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Design #106 · Circular Knit

Drop Needle

Circular-knitted double jersey technology creates a full-dull fabric with a textured surface from textured micro yarns. Two-way stretch adds everyday flexibility for round neck t-shirts. Fabric properties include a light weight build with a breathable, textured surface.

Textured SurfaceLight WeightBreathable
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Technical specification

Fabric details

Composition100% Polyester
Weight125 GSM
Width72"
TechnologyCircular Knitted – Double Jersey
StretchTwo-Way Stretch · ~35% indicative
YarnTextured Micro
Yarn lustreFull-Dull
Yield4.1 m/kg
Knitting MOQ1,000 kg
Processing MOQ180 kg
SamplingAvailable
Bulk availabilityKnit to order
Typical lead time15–45 days
Typical industrySportswear / Activewear
Recommended applications

Where this fabric fits

Round Neck T-Shirts
Typical processing route
FinishingDyeing

Commercial starting point

Knitting MOQ: 1,000 kg. Processing MOQ: 180 kg. Samples are available across the active range; bulk is knit to order. Typical lead time is 15–45 days and depends on order volume, shade and processing route.

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Indicative Development Target

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For sourcing and development discussion only. Not a laboratory result for this production lot. Confirm required test method and acceptance threshold before bulk.

Third-party testing/reports can be arranged or provided where applicable against the agreed test method and production specification. Suitable laboratories may include SGS, NITRA, Wool Research Institute and other recognised textile laboratories, as applicable.

Moisture management4.4/5 target
Quick dry26 min target
UPF40+ target
Stretch recovery90% target
PillingGrade 4–5
Wash fastnessGrade 5
Dry rubbingGrade 5
Wet rubbingGrade 4
Dimensional stability≤3.0%
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