Knitting Service · Since 1998 · GOTS & OEKO-TEX Certified
Knitting Service for Fashion Brands and Fabric Mills
Knitting is how soft, stretchy fabric is made from yarn. T-shirts, hoodies, joggers, polos, and activewear are all knit fabrics. SDF Clothing's knitting service produces a complete range of knit fabrics from your yarn or our sourced yarn — delivered directly to your garment factory or ready for our own production line.
What Is Knitting in Garment Manufacturing?
Knitting is the process of forming fabric by interlocking loops of yarn. This is different from weaving, which interlaces yarns at right angles. Knit fabrics stretch in multiple directions, drape softly, and are comfortable against skin — perfect for casualwear and activewear.
There are two main types of knitting in industrial production: circular knitting and flat knitting. Each produces different fabric types suited to different garments.
Knit Fabric Types We Produce
Circular Knit Fabrics
Most casual wear and activewear fabrics are circular knit:
- ✓ Single jersey 140-220 GSM for t-shirts and basics
- ✓ French terry 240-380 GSM for hoodies and sweatshirts
- ✓ Fleece 300-400 GSM for warm winter garments
- ✓ Pique 180-240 GSM for polo shirts
- ✓ Interlock 180-220 GSM for premium tees
- ✓ Mesh and eyelet 100-160 GSM for activewear
- ✓ Pointelle and openwork patterns for fashion tops
Flat Knit Fabrics
Used for sweaters, cardigans, and structured knit garments:
- ✓ Plain knit (single jersey flat) for basic sweaters
- ✓ Rib knit 1x1, 2x2, 2x1 for cuffs, collars, and ribbed sweaters
- ✓ Cable knit for traditional sweater patterns
- ✓ Fully fashioned panels with shaped edges
Specialty Knit Fabrics
- ✓ Performance knits with spandex (4-12% blend)
- ✓ Brushed back fleece for soft inside handle
- ✓ Loop terry for towelling and beach wear
- ✓ Compression fabrics for athletic wear
- ✓ Anti-bacterial knits for activewear
- ✓ UV-protective knits for outdoor apparel
Knit Fabric Specifications We Handle
GSM (Grams per Square Meter)
GSM measures fabric weight. Lighter GSM means thinner, more drapey fabric. Higher GSM means heavier, warmer fabric.
- • 100-140 GSM: very lightweight, summer tees
- • 140-180 GSM: standard tee weight
- • 180-220 GSM: premium tee weight
- • 220-280 GSM: lightweight sweatshirts
- • 280-380 GSM: standard hoodies and joggers
- • 380-450 GSM: heavy hoodies and winter sweaters
Yarn Count and Composition
We knit fabric from any yarn count and composition. Most common combinations:
- • 30s combed cotton single jersey for premium tees
- • 24s carded cotton for budget tees
- • 30s cotton with 5% spandex for stretch tees
- • 30s cotton french terry for hoodies
- • Polyester or recycled polyester blends for activewear
Fabric Width
- • Open width: typically 60-72 inches (152-183 cm)
- • Tubular width: typically 30-40 inches (76-102 cm) doubled when laid flat
Our Knitting Process
Step 1
Specifications
You tell us GSM, yarn count, composition, fabric type, color, and quantity. We confirm specifications and quote pricing.
Step 2
Yarn input
You can supply your own yarn (CMT-style knitting) or we source yarn for you through our yarn sourcing service. Either way, yarn is first checked for quality and color match before knitting.
Step 3
Knitting production
Yarn is loaded onto circular or flat knitting machines. Single jersey takes 4-6 hours per batch on circular machines. Heavier fabrics like french terry or fleece take longer.
Step 4
Greige fabric inspection
Before dyeing, we inspect the greige (undyed) fabric for knitting defects, GSM accuracy, and width consistency.
Step 5
Dyeing and finishing
After approval, fabric goes to our dyeing service for color application and finishing. Or you can take greige fabric to your own dyeing facility.
Step 6
Final inspection and delivery
Finished fabric is inspected for color match, GSM, shrinkage, and visual defects before delivery to your garment factory.
Knitting MOQ — Minimum Order Quantities
Our knitting service has flexible minimums.
Stock fabric construction with standard yarn: 100 kg minimum per construction.
Custom GSM or yarn count: 200-500 kg minimum.
Custom-developed fabric construction: 500-1,000 kg minimum. Includes development time of 10-15 days.
For very small orders below 100 kg, we can sometimes consolidate with other production runs of the same construction. Contact us with your specific needs.
Knitting Pricing in Bangladesh
Knitting service is priced per kilogram of yarn processed. Pricing depends on fabric construction, GSM, and finishing requirements.
Typical FOB Bangladesh knitting service prices per kilogram (yarn supplied by buyer):
- • Single jersey simple constructions: $0.40-0.70 per kg knitting cost
- • French terry and fleece: $0.70-1.20 per kg knitting cost
- • Pique and interlock: $0.60-1.00 per kg knitting cost
- • Rib and complex flat knit: $1.00-1.80 per kg knitting cost
If yarn is sourced through us, total cost is yarn price + knitting cost + dyeing if needed. Full-service knit fabric production typically runs $4-8 per kilogram including yarn, knitting, and dyeing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I supply my own yarn for knitting?
Yes. CMT-style knitting where you supply the yarn and we provide knitting service is common. You ship yarn to our facility, we knit and finish, and we deliver fabric to your next production stage.
What is your minimum knit fabric order?
100 kg per construction for stock constructions. 200-500 kg for custom GSM or yarn. 500+ kg for custom-developed constructions.
How long does knitting production take?
Stock construction with available yarn: 5-10 days. Custom GSM or yarn count: 12-20 days. Custom-developed construction: 25-35 days including development.
Do you handle dyeing as part of knitting?
We can include dyeing as a complete service or deliver greige fabric for you to dye elsewhere. Most buyers prefer the complete service for time savings and consistency.
Are your knit fabrics GOTS or OEKO-TEX certified?
Yes. We can produce GOTS-certified knit fabrics (when using GOTS yarn) and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified knit fabrics. Transaction Certificates are issued for every certified order.
Can you match an existing knit fabric I have used before?
Yes. Send us a fabric swatch or specification. We will match GSM, yarn count, composition, and construction through our network of knitting machines.
Need quality knit fabric for your fashion brand? Contact SDF Clothing here with your fabric specifications. We will send pricing, lead time, and certification details within 48 hours. Free consultation. From 100 kg minimum.
For complete production strategy, read our complete clothing manufacturers guide.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| MOQ | 300 pieces per style minimum |
| Production Time | 30-40 days standard |
| Pricing | FOB Bangladesh from 300 pieces |
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Getting Started with SDF Clothing — What to Expect
Starting a new manufacturing relationship requires trust, clear communication, and a structured process. SDF Clothing has worked with hundreds of brands across the USA, UK, Australia, and Europe, and we've refined our onboarding process to make it as simple and transparent as possible for new clients.
The first step is always a design brief or tech pack submission. You don't need a finished tech pack to get started — even a rough sketch, a reference garment, or a detailed description is enough for us to provide a ballpark quote and confirm whether your project is a good fit for our factory. From there, we move to formal costing, which includes fabric sourcing, trim selection, and lead time confirmation.
Sampling is the most important phase of any manufacturing project. We produce a pre-production sample for your approval before any bulk fabric is cut. This sample lets you verify fit, construction, fabric quality, and color accuracy before committing to full production. Most clients approve samples within two rounds of revisions. We never proceed to bulk without your written approval.
Bulk production follows a structured quality control process. Our QC team conducts in-line checks during production and a final AQL inspection before packing. You receive a pre-shipment inspection report with photographs and measurements before we release your order for shipping. If anything falls outside the agreed specifications, we address it before the goods leave our factory.
Shipping from Bangladesh to the USA, UK, or Australia takes between 22 and 35 days by sea freight. We prepare all export documentation including commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and bill of lading. For EU shipments, we include the necessary documentation to support duty-free entry under the GSP scheme. Air freight is available for urgent orders and samples.
What Brands Say About Working with SDF Clothing
Our clients value three things above everything else: reliability, communication, and quality consistency. We respond to all enquiries within one business day. We provide weekly production updates during bulk manufacturing. And we back every shipment with our quality guarantee — if a garment doesn't meet the agreed specifications, we make it right.
Whether you're launching your first clothing brand with 300 pieces or scaling an established label with thousands of units per season, SDF Clothing provides the same level of attention and professionalism. Our minimum order quantity of 300 pieces reflects our commitment to supporting brands at every stage of growth, not just large buyers with the leverage to demand low prices.
Ready to start? Submit your design brief through our contact page or request a sample directly. We'll respond with a quote within 48 hours and guide you through every step of the manufacturing process from there.
Why Partner with SDF Clothing?
SDF Clothing is a direct-access garment factory in Bangladesh — not a trading company or buying house. When you work with us, you communicate directly with our production team, receive transparent pricing without agent markup, and maintain full control over your supply chain. Our factory holds GOTS, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, BSCI, WRAP, and ISO 9001 certifications.
Bangladesh is the world's second-largest garment exporter, shipping over $47 billion in apparel annually to USA, UK, EU and Australian markets. Our minimum order of 300 pieces reflects our commitment to supporting brands at every stage of growth — from first collections to established seasonal production runs. We offer full package production covering tech pack development, fabric sourcing, sampling, bulk manufacturing, quality inspection, and export documentation under one roof.
For US brands, sourcing from Bangladesh avoids the Section 301 tariffs that add 25% or more to Chinese imports. For EU brands, Bangladesh's GSP duty-free access delivers lower landed costs compared to most other sourcing destinations. These trade advantages combine with competitive FOB pricing to deliver strong margins for our clients.
Ready to start? Request a sample or contact our team for a detailed FOB quote within 48 hours.