The influx of ultra-cheap used garments is devastating Indonesia’s textile sector.
Some estimates suggest smuggled clothing has eroded the market share of domestic players by up to 15 per cent.
Beyond the economic fallout, the thrift boom is also accelerating a mounting waste crisis with sellers.
Authorities are now cracking down on smuggling and urging a shift towards locally made textile products.The influx of ultra-cheap used garments is devastating Indonesia’s textile sector.
Some estimates suggest smuggled clothing has eroded the market share of domestic players by up to 15 per cent.
Beyond the economic fallout, the thrift boom is also accelerating a mounting waste crisis with sellers.
Authorities are now cracking down on smuggling and urging a shift towards locally made textile products.
