The Impact of the Second-hand Clothing Trade on Developing Countries

Authors: Baden, Sally; Barber, Catherine
Product Type: Essays and Concept Papers
Source: Oxfam
Publication Year: 2005

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The global trade in second-hand clothing is worth more than $1 billion each year. Supporters of the SHC industry point out that the trade creates employment in the receiving countries and provides low-cost clothing for people living in poverty. At the same time, however, there are concerns that the trade may be undermining local textile and garment industries, and livelihoods in some developing countries.

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