Cotton Knitwear – Breathable, Versatile, and Sustainable for Every Collection
Cotton is the world’s most widely used natural fiber, offering comfort, breathability, and adaptability for sweaters, hoodies, cardigans, tops, jumpers, and dresses.
What is Cotton?
Cotton is a natural fiber grown worldwide, especially in China, India, and the US. Known for its soft touch, breathability, and hypoallergenic qualities, it keeps wearers comfortable in any season. Unlike wool or synthetics, cotton is lightweight, skin-friendly, and perfectly suited for year-round knitwear.
Origin: Cultivated worldwide, with major production in China, India, and the US.
Fiber properties: Soft hand-feel, breathable, hypoallergenic, absorbent.
Distinction: Unlike wool or synthetics, cotton is lightweight, skin-friendly, and ideal for year-round knitwear.
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Cotton in Knitwear Styles
Cotton Sweaters
Lightweight and breathable, perfect for spring/summer collections.
Often combined with wool for transitional weather.
Cotton Hoodies
Casual and durable.
Soft terry or fleece-lined for sportswear and lifestyle brands.
Cotton Cardigans
Fine-gauge cardigans for office wear.
Chunky knits for relaxed, breathable layering.
Cotton Tops
Ribbed tanks, tees, polos, and lightweight pullovers.
Core items for fashion and basics collections.
Cotton Jumpers
Seasonal essentials, suitable for layering.
Durable yet breathable for all climates.
Cotton Dresses
Knit dresses with natural drape and softness.
Ideal for sustainable, all-day wear collections.
Cotton Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Detail Example |
|---|---|
| Fiber Diameter | 15–20 microns (depending on variety) |
| Yarn Count (Nm) | 20s – 60s cotton yarn |
| Gauge Options | 5GG, 7GG, 12GG, 16GG |
| Ply Options | 1–3 ply |
| Blends | 100% Cotton, Cotton + Polyester, Cotton + Wool, Cotton + Spandex |
| Performance | Breathable, hypoallergenic, moisture absorbent |
| Certifications | GOTS (Organic Cotton), OEKO-TEX, BCI (Better Cotton Initiative) |
Cotton Case Studies
Cotton FAQs
Our standard MOQ is 100 pieces per design and color. For brands testing new styles or capsule collections, we can discuss flexible options to help reduce inventory risk.
Yes, we offer GOTS-certified organic cotton as well as BCI (Better Cotton Initiative) yarns. These certifications help your brand meet sustainability goals and provide transparency for eco-conscious customers.
Pure cotton is breathable and comfortable but may show wear faster under heavy use. Blending with polyester, nylon, or spandex improves durability, stretch recovery, and shape retention while keeping the soft feel of cotton.
Cotton naturally has some shrinkage, but we use pre-shrunk yarns and conduct wash tests during production. This ensures your finished garments maintain consistent sizing and meet international retail standards.
Sampling typically takes 2–5 days, while bulk production averages 3–4 weeks depending on order size and complexity. Organic and certified cotton orders may require slightly longer timelines due to yarn sourcing.
Yes, we produce cotton blends with spandex for stretch, polyester for durability, and technical fibers for moisture control. These blends make cotton suitable for activewear, athleisure, and year-round lifestyle collections.
Cotton Blends
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