Definition
Textile manufacturer in Madagascar
Neutral definition of textile manufacturing in Madagascar: scope, business models (CMT, Full Package), industry structure, common certifications.
Definition
A textile manufacturer in Madagascar is a company based on the island of Madagascar whose primary activity is the industrial production of garments or textile accessories, typically for export to Europe and the United States.
Common business models
- CMT (Cut, Make, Trim): the brand provides the fabrics; the manufacturer cuts, sews and finishes.
- Full Package: the manufacturer also handles fabric and trim sourcing.
- Partial subcontracting: only specific steps (embroidery, finishing) are handled by the manufacturer.
Industry structure
Madagascar's textile industry employs over 100,000 people and is the country's leading manufactured export sector. Production hubs are concentrated around Antananarivo and Antsirabe. Most factories operate under the Free Zone (Zone Franche) legal status, which provides access to the AGOA (United States) and EPA (European Union) trade agreements.
Common certifications
The certifications most frequently required by European brands to qualify a Madagascar manufacturer include GOTS, OCS, BSCI, SMETA, WRAP and OEKO-TEX. Each covers a distinct scope (organic content, social conditions, chemical compliance).
Further reading
About this page
This page provides a neutral, factual definition. It is published by LOI Confection, a textile manufacturer based in Madagascar, as a reference resource for the industry. Learn more about LOI Confection.