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Garment Sourcing from India for Canadian Brands and Retailers
Canadian retailers, outdoor and lifestyle brands and uniform suppliers source garments from India.
Canada requires bilingual labelling and has its own textile and product-safety rules.
Last reviewed: 28 October 2026
Garment buyers we support in Canada
Labels need English and French. Many buyers also sell into the US, so we plan labels and tests for both markets.
Garment import rules to check for Canada
| Rule | What it means | Status | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tariff treatment | India is not a beneficiary of Canada's General Preferential Tariff, so garments pay MFN rates. | Checked | cbsa-asfc.gc.ca |
| Textile Labelling Act | Garments need fibre content and dealer identity, in English and French. | Checked | laws-lois.justice.gc.ca |
| Textile Labelling and Advertising Regulations | Detail fibre names, label placement and the CA identification number. | Checked | laws-lois.justice.gc.ca |
| Textile Flammability Regulations | Flammability limits for textiles, with stricter rules for children's sleepwear. | Checked | laws-lois.justice.gc.ca |
| Canada Consumer Product Safety Act | General safety duties and incident reporting apply to consumer garments. | Checked | laws-lois.justice.gc.ca |
General information checked on the date shown. It is not legal, customs or tax advice. Confirm your tariff code and product requirements with your customs broker or the official source before you order.
Labels, testing and documents
- Labels
- Bilingual fibre content and CA number or dealer name.
- Kidswear
- Sleepwear flammability and drawstring safety.
- Care
- Care symbols are voluntary but expected by retailers.
Shipment and order planning
Shipments go to Vancouver, Montreal or Halifax, or via US ports. Combine North American label and test plans to avoid duplicate costs.
Garment sourcing guides
Canada garment buyer questions
What duty do Indian garments pay in Canada?
MFN rates, because India is not a GPT beneficiary (checked 28 Oct 2026).
Do labels need to be bilingual?
Yes. Fibre content and required information must be in English and French.
Can one order serve both the US and Canada?
Often yes, if labels and tests are planned for both markets from the start.
Other destination markets
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