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Uzbekistan’s Textile Products Aimed at Export
In recent years, Uzbekistan’s textile and knitwear industry has become one of the fastest-growing and most export-oriented sectors. Responding to the demands of the global market, manufacturers are increasing output, introducing new technologies, and expanding their product ranges — from raw materials to finished garments and medical textiles.
Today, Uzbekistan is not just a supplier of raw cotton. The country confidently positions itself as a manufacturing hub of high value-added textile products, offering the world competitive goods in terms of quality, design, and sustainability.
The exhibition covered various sectors: yarn and fabrics, knitted fabrics, silk, hosiery products, home textiles, raw materials for light industry, accessories, footwear, dyes and chemicals, as well as printing and packaging. This year, new sections were added to the expo: cotton and fiber, clothing and underwear, garments made from recycled materials, and medical textiles. The stands presented the entire production chain — from yarns, fabrics, and accessories to ready-made garments, workwear, underwear, and packaging.
Traditionally, local producers actively participate in the exhibition — including both large enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses. Foreign participants showcased not only textiles but also products made from materials not typical for Uzbekistan, such as linen, leather, and more, along with accessories and textile fittings.
Chinese companies had a particularly strong presence at the exhibition, displaying fabrics, finished garments, accessories, bags, and home textiles.
We spoke with several exhibitors representing local Uzbek companies:
Amir SULEYMANOV, Commercial Director:
“Our company specializes in dyed yarn production for knitwear. We've been in the market for about 7 years. Most of our yarn is used by hosiery manufacturers. We produce around 3,000 tons of dyed yarn annually. Our products are certified by international certification bodies. Our main market is the European Union, and about 10% is exported to CIS countries. We work with major enterprises such as Nike, Adidas, and Puma.
At this exhibition, we have already signed several contracts with large companies from Russia and Belarus. We also participate in international exhibitions in Russia and Europe. These events are not just a chance to showcase our products but also to meet potential buyers and partners, close deals, and see what our industry peers are exhibiting.”
Elina SOLDATOVA, Sales Manager:
“Our sewing factory produces jacquard knitted fabric. We have our own sewing production and clothing brand. We are considered a mid-sized player on the market but produce in large volumes. Other factories buy our fabrics for export. We work for both the export market and local e-commerce platforms. We cooperate with Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. Under our own brand, we manufacture school uniforms, which are in demand locally. We also plan to launch a women's clothing line.”
Umid ERGASHEV:
“Our company specializes in the production of knitwear and knitted fabric. We have 20 years of experience in the textile industry. We export to 15 countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Italy. We're glad to see the local textile market developing well lately. Our fabrics are used to make polo shirts, T-shirts, hoodies, trousers, sportswear, workwear, children's clothing, caps, hats, and much more based on customer preferences.”
Dilfuza BARATOVA, Design Technologist:
“We mainly produce homewear from knit fabrics: T-shirts, robes, nightgowns, sets of shirts with shorts or trousers. We only work for export — to Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan.
Currently, tank tops with adjustable straps or oversized sleeves with cuffs are trending, along with light-colored shirts in milky or white tones. The customer chooses fabric patterns and density. For Moscow, we offer medium-density fabric, and for southern cities — lower-density. Before sewing, it is important to check fabric shrinkage to prevent cotton garments from shrinking after washing. Washing instructions must be followed as labeled.”
Karim KARIMOV, Client Relations Manager:
“We’ve been in the market since 2008 and specialize in knitwear and garments like T-shirts, polos, and tracksuits. We mainly export to Russia and European markets. Our monthly production volume is 500,000 items. We focus on complex models — that’s our strength — and maintain strict quality control.
Consumers can’t always assess fabric quality by touch alone without knowing the yarn type, production method, or dyes used. A quality garment shouldn’t stretch or fade after washing. The production process is crucial — if all dyeing and drying requirements are met, even thin fabrics will keep their shape.
We’ve been attending exhibitions for over five years. It helps us grow our client base and connect with peers. In recent years, customer numbers have decreased due to the economic slowdown. Chinese producers are entering the Russian market and are difficult to compete with on price. They used to focus on synthetic fibers, but now they also offer cotton products.”
Alina EVCHEVA:
“We manufacture a wide range of denim products — jeans, jackets, skirts, shorts, trench coats, sundresses, and more. We can make any custom model. We import denim fabric and our factory is located in Fergana. We operate a full production cycle with quality control at every stage. We export to Russia, Kazakhstan, and Germany. We’ve been on the market since 2021. Our monthly output is between 15,000 and 30,000 items depending on model complexity, dyeing, fittings, and design details like prints or embroidery. As far as I know, there are only four major denim garment manufacturers in Uzbekistan.”
Bahodir KARIMOV, Sales Manager:
“Our knitwear factory is in Fergana. We’ve been working exclusively for export for more than 7 years, mainly supplying to Russian cities like Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Krasnodar. Quality is key for export. We have a four-stage quality control process, inspecting products after each operation. Some clients visit us and check each batch themselves, while long-term partners trust us fully. We’re booked with orders through September.
We produce garments of any complexity — men’s, women’s, and children’s lines. For teens, we have hoodies, sweatshirts, shorts, T-shirts, and long sleeves. We have five production lines — one line produces more than 1,000 T-shirts per day. For more complex models, one line handles 700–800 items. The most complex item is a hoodie with a hood and pockets.”
Textile Expo Uzbekistan is an effective business platform for establishing partnerships between manufacturers and potential clients and for expanding sales markets.
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