Quick Facts about Pakistan’s Textile Industry.

• Pakistan is the 8th largest exporter of textile products in Asia.

• Pakistan is the 4th largest producer and 3rd largest consumer of cotton.

• Pakistan ranked 3rd in the world in terms of the yarn production.

• Pakistan Textile industry contributes $8.5% to the GDP.

• The textile Industry comprises 46% of the total manufacturing sector and provides employment to 40% of the total labor force.

• 5% of the total textile companies are listed on the stock exchange. There are 423 textile industries working in the country.

• Pakistan has supply base for almost all man-made and natural yarns and fabrics, including cotton, rayon and others. This abundance of raw material is a big advantage for Pakistan due to its beneficial impact on cost and operational lead time.