New Delhi, April 24 -- Apparel sold by fast fashion retailers such as Zara, H&M, etc. may soon get costly as the war in West Asia is squeezing polyester suppliers and garment makers across India and Bangladesh, Reuters reported.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to supply disruption of refined petroleum products. Polyester, which is made from oil derivatives, dominates the textile industry as it accounts for 59% of global fibre production. It is used in everything from dresses to athleisure wear.

With the West Asia supply disrupted, Chinese suppliers have raised prices. As a result, Indian polyester yarn producers are paying nearly 30% more on petroleum derivatives used in the production of polyester. The disruption has hit th...