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]

Core Points - The China Down Industry Association has officially launched a quality grading project for down products aimed at promoting high-quality and reasonably priced down products [1] - The project is part of a broader initiative by the State Administration for Market Regulation to enhance quality and boost consumption in line with high-quality development strategies [1] - The national standard GB/T 45266—2025 for quality grading of down products will be implemented on February 28, 2025, covering various down products such as quilts, mattresses, sleeping bags, and pillows [1] Industry Developments - The quality grading project will utilize third-party testing institutions recognized by the China Down Industry Association to ensure scientific and impartial quality assessments [2] - A total of 4 committee unit laboratories and 33 third-party laboratories have been certified to support the technical framework for the quality grading standards [2] - The association will create a dedicated section on its website and WeChat account to update consumers on the brands and products that meet the quality grading standards [2] Consumer Engagement - The China Down Industry Association will introduce specialized quality grading tags and care labels as part of its consumer recommendation strategy, providing third-party endorsement for quality graded products [2] - The quality grading tags will facilitate brand promotion and market outreach for products that meet the established quality standards [2]