Sweater Manufacturer · Since 1998 · Knitwear
Custom Sweater Manufacturer for Knitwear Brands
Sweaters are cozy essentials—from chunky cable knits to lightweight pullovers. Custom knitting ensures perfect gauge, quality construction, and premium handfeel. SDF Clothing manufactures sweaters in Bangladesh from pullovers to cardigans, cable to fully fashioned. From 300 pieces per style with full customization.
Sweater Categories We Manufacture
Pullover Sweaters
Classic pullover sweaters for casual wear. Various necklines, sleeve lengths, and fits. Ideal for everyday collections and casual brands.
Cardigans
Versatile cardigans for layering. Button-front or zip options, various lengths and styles. Perfect for transitional seasons and layering collections.
Cable Knits
Classic cable knits for textured styling. Various cable patterns, chunky gauges, premium handfeel. Essential for winter and heritage collections.
Fully Fashioned Sweaters
Premium fully fashioned sweaters for luxury positioning. Shaped construction, seamless panels, superior fit. Ideal for premium and luxury brands.
Knit Patterns
Custom knit patterns including cable, rib, plain, jacquard, and intarsia. Pattern development available for unique brand identity.
Gauge Options
- • 3GG (chunky, winter weight)
- • 5GG (medium, versatile)
- • 7GG (fine, lightweight)
- • 12GG (ultra-fine, luxury)
- • 14GG (ultra-fine, premium)
Knit Patterns
- • Cable knits (classic textures)
- • Rib knits (stretch, structure)
- • Plain knits (smooth, basic)
- • Jacquard knits (patterns, designs)
- • Intarsia knits (colorwork)
MOQ and Pricing
MOQ: 300 pieces per style minimum. Applies per design, colorway, and size range.
Sweater manufacturing costs vary by gauge and complexity:
- • Basic pullover: $12-20 per piece
- • Cable knit: $15-25 per piece
- • Fully fashioned: $18-30 per piece
Pricing includes yarn, knitting, finishing, basic branding, and standard packaging. Custom patterns, fully fashioned construction, and premium packaging are additional.
Sweater Production Timeline
Standard sweater production timeline from order confirmation to shipment:
- • Yarn sourcing: 7-14 days
- • Sampling: 10-14 days
- • Bulk production: 30-40 days (basic styles)
- • Quality inspection: 2-3 days
- • Packing and shipping: 3-5 days
Total timeline: 55-75 days from order to delivery. Complex cable knits add 10-15 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for sweater manufacturing?
300 pieces per style minimum. This applies per design, colorway, and size range. Lower quantities possible at higher per-piece cost for sampling or prototype runs.
What sweater styles do you manufacture?
We manufacture pullover sweaters for casual wear, cardigans for layering, cable knits for classic styling, fully fashioned sweaters for premium quality, and various knit patterns. All styles available with customization options.
What gauge options do you offer?
We offer 3GG (chunky, winter), 5GG (medium, versatile), 7GG (fine, lightweight), 12GG (ultra-fine, luxury), and 14GG (ultra-fine, premium). Gauge selection affects fabric weight and handfeel.
What knit patterns do you offer?
We offer cable knits (classic textures), rib knits (stretch, structure), plain knits (smooth, basic), jacquard knits (patterns, designs), and intarsia knits (colorwork). Custom pattern development available.
How much does sweater manufacturing cost?
Sweater manufacturing costs vary by gauge and complexity. Basic pullover: $12-20 per piece. Cable knit: $15-25 per piece. Fully fashioned: $18-30 per piece. FOB Bangladesh pricing from 300 pieces minimum.
How long does sweater production take?
Standard sweater production timeline: 30-40 days from yarn receipt for basic styles. 40-50 days for complex cable knits. 10-14 days for sampling before bulk. Yarn sourcing adds 7-14 days.
Need custom sweater manufacturing for your knitwear brand? Contact SDF Clothing here with your sweater styles, gauge preferences, and quantity. We will quote pricing, lead time, and development timeline within 48 hours. From 300 pieces 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.