Core Points - The International Down and Feather Bureau (IDFB) has released a revised version of its testing rules for 2025, aimed at preventing the misuse of the term "down" in marketing non-down products [1][2] - The new rules were established following discussions at the IDFB annual meeting in Yokohama, Japan, in June, highlighting the increasing market share of down alternatives [1] Summary by Sections Purpose of the Revision - The primary goal of the IDFB's rule revision is to protect the term "down" and ensure consumers can clearly identify genuine down products [1] - The revision addresses the growing competition from down alternatives, which are eroding the market share of traditional down products [1] Key Changes in Labeling - Products containing more than 15% down or feather content, or a total down and feather content exceeding 25%, must label their products as "Crushed Waterfowl Feathers" [1] - The labeling must specify the composition, such as "60% Crushed Waterfowl Feathers, 40% Waterfowl Feathers" [1] IDFB Labeling Standards - The term "down" is restricted to products that contain real down with a minimum content of 10% [2] - Non-down alternatives, including Green Down, Down-Like, Synthetic Down, and Eco-Down, as well as products with less than 10% down, are prohibited from using the term "down" [2] - IDFB aims to clarify product classifications and maintain a healthy competitive environment in the down market through these new regulations [2]

Core Insights - The export of the down industry in China has shown a continuous recovery from January to April this year, with companies actively exploring new emerging export markets and seizing opportunities from the Belt and Road Initiative [1][2] - The recent adjustment of tariffs between China and the US has created a 90-day buffer period, during which companies are ramping up their export activities [1][3] Export Data Summary - The total export value of China's down industry reached approximately $160 million by April 2025, marking a 26.0% increase compared to the same period last year, with a month-on-month growth rate decrease of 1.1 percentage points [1] - From January to April, the total export value was about $570 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 25.4%, with significant increases in the export value of raw down and bedding products [1] - The export volume of raw down increased by 14.9% year-on-year, with export value surging by 40.5%, while clothing exports rebounded with a volume increase of approximately 17% [1] Regional Highlights - In Baoding, Hebei, the company Snowrisha has transformed from a "down factory" to a "global marketplace," with expectations to exceed $6 million in exports by 2025 [2] - In Liu'an, Anhui Province, known as a major down distribution center, exports to Belt and Road countries reached 154 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 99.3% [2] Tariff Impact - The recent tariff adjustments between China and the US, effective from May 14, have led to the cancellation of 91% of tariffs on Chinese goods, with a 90-day suspension of 24% of the previously imposed tariffs, prompting many manufacturers to operate at full capacity [3]