Knit Fabric Manufacturer Since 2009 · China
POLYESTER KNIT · FABRIC SOURCING
Polyester Knit Fabric Manufacturer
Runtang Textile manufactures polyester knit fabrics for sweatshirts, T-shirts, dresses, sportswear, knit jackets and trousers. Choose 100% polyester, cotton/polyester, polyester/spandex or polyester/viscose/spandex in double knit, jacquard, jersey, rib, scuba and pique. Stock orders start at 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour; custom colours start at 200 kg per colour.
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Collection & Ordering at a Glance
Polyester Knit Fabric for apparel brands, garment manufacturers and fabric sourcing teams.
- Stock MOQ
- From 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour
- Custom MOQ
- From 200 kg per colour
- Lab dip
- 3–5 working daysHow lab dips work
- Bulk production
- 15–25 days
- Payment
- T/T · L/C
- Trade terms
- FOB · CIF · DDP
- Inspection
- 4-point system (ASTM D5430), every roll
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Explore Our Polyester Knit Fabrics
Explore our online polyester and polyester-blend knit range, backed by a library of 3,148 options.
Item No.
XN24001
- Composition
- 99% polyester / 1% spandex
- Weight
- 400 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
TH38016
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 150 GSM
- Width
- 74.8″ (190 cm)
Item No.
LW2235
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 160 GSM
- Width
- 63″ (160 cm)
Item No.
TH2234
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 270 GSM
- Width
- 53.1″ (135 cm)
Item No.
TJ35001
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 270 GSM
- Width
- 55.1″ (140 cm)
Item No.
MH2233
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 300 GSM
- Width
- 63″ (160 cm)
Item No.
TH2158
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 320 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
TH2159
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 320 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
TH2160
- Composition
- 98% polyester / 2% spandex
- Weight
- 320 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
TH2148
- Composition
- 97.7% polyester / 2.3% spandex
- Weight
- 190 GSM
- Width
- 55.1″ (140 cm)
Item No.
KF1092
- Composition
- 97% polyester / 3% spandex
- Weight
- 150 GSM
- Width
- 66/68″ (168/173 cm)
Item No.
DS42002
- Composition
- 97% polyester / 3% spandex
- Weight
- 170 GSM
- Width
- 63″ (160 cm)
Item No.
ZJ2177
- Composition
- 97% polyester / 3% spandex
- Weight
- 195 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
SM2238
- Composition
- 97% polyester / 3% spandex
- Weight
- 230 GSM
- Width
- 63″ (160 cm)
| Item | Composition | Weight | Width | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KF739 | 100% polyester | 300 GSM | 70.9″ (180 cm) | View specifications |
| SM21015 | 100% polyester | 310 GSM | 70.9″ (180 cm) | View specifications |
| TH38005 | 100% polyester | 320 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| YL40001 | 100% polyester | 320 GSM | 63″ (160 cm) | View specifications |
| SM2173 | 100% polyester | 340 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| MQ2201 | 100% polyester | 500 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| XN24001 | 99% polyester / 1% spandex | 400 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| TH38016 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 150 GSM | 74.8″ (190 cm) | View specifications |
| LW2235 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 160 GSM | 63″ (160 cm) | View specifications |
| TH2234 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 270 GSM | 53.1″ (135 cm) | View specifications |
| TJ35001 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 270 GSM | 55.1″ (140 cm) | View specifications |
| MH2233 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 300 GSM | 63″ (160 cm) | View specifications |
| TH2158 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 320 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| TH2159 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 320 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| TH2160 | 98% polyester / 2% spandex | 320 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| TH2148 | 97.7% polyester / 2.3% spandex | 190 GSM | 55.1″ (140 cm) | View specifications |
| KF1092 | 97% polyester / 3% spandex | 150 GSM | 66/68″ (168/173 cm) | View specifications |
| DS42002 | 97% polyester / 3% spandex | 170 GSM | 63″ (160 cm) | View specifications |
| ZJ2177 | 97% polyester / 3% spandex | 195 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| SM2238 | 97% polyester / 3% spandex | 230 GSM | 63″ (160 cm) | View specifications |
Looking for More Polyester Knit Options?
Our fabric library includes 3,148 polyester and polyester-blend knit options. Contact us for more compositions, weights and colours for your collection.
What Is Polyester Knit Fabric?
Polyester knit fabric is any knit fabric made wholly or partly from polyester, a synthetic fibre known for strength, shape retention and quick drying. On its own, polyester gives smooth, colourfast and easy-care fabrics that suit sportswear and sublimation printing. Blended with cotton, it adds durability and reduces shrinkage; with spandex, it adds stretch; with viscose or modal, it softens the hand and improves drape. In our library, polyester appears in more than half of all qualities, most often in double knit, jacquard and single jersey, and most weigh 200–315 GSM. Cotton/polyester is the largest blend, followed by polyester/spandex. Polyester absorbs little moisture, so pure polyester can feel less breathable than cotton in everyday wear, and it can pill if the yarn and finish are not chosen for the end use.
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Polyester Knit Fabrics by Composition
Cotton/polyester blends lead our polyester library, while polyester/spandex and 100% polyester cover dresses and sportswear.
| Fabric type | Fabric examples | Apparel applications |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton/polyester and polyester/cotton | 210–320 GSM, cotton-led or polyester-led | Sweatshirts, T-shirts, polo shirts and casual trousers |
| Polyester/spandex | 180–260 GSM | Dresses, sports tops, base layers and skirts |
| 100% polyester | 150–270 GSM, such as 33070# at 170 GSM and KF739 at 300 GSM | Sportswear, sublimation T-shirts, fleece and trims |
| Polyester/viscose/spandex | 240–300 GSM | Draped dresses, base layers and trousers |
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Polyester Knit Weights for Your Collection
Choose 150–210 GSM 100% polyester or polyester/spandex for sports tops, 170–240 GSM blends for T-shirts, 190–280 GSM polyester/spandex for dresses, and 260–360 GSM cotton/polyester for sweatshirts, trousers and knit jackets.
Below 200 GSM
86 qualities
200–299 GSM
194 qualities
300 GSM and above
135 qualities
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Polyester Knit vs Nylon Knit and Cotton Knit
Polyester, nylon and cotton are the three main fibre choices for knit apparel. Compare hand, moisture and printing before choosing the main fibre.
| Feature | Polyester Knit | Nylon Knit | Cotton Knit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fibre type | Synthetic | Synthetic (polyamide) | Natural cellulose |
| Hand feel | Smooth; varies with yarn and finish | Soft, cool and smooth | Soft, dry and natural |
| Moisture | Absorbs little, dries quickly | Absorbs little, dries quickly | Absorbs well, dries slowly |
| Printing | Suits sublimation printing | Needs acid or digital printing | Suits reactive and pigment printing |
| Typical weights in our library | 200–315 GSM | 165–280 GSM | 200–320 GSM |
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Polyester Knit Fabric Recommendations
Xiwen Zhang, our co-founder and CEO, recommends these polyester weights and blends for the garments where easy care, colour and shape matter most, drawing on our knit fabric experience since 2009.
EASY-CARE SWEATWEAR
Sweatshirts & Sweatpants
- Weight
- 260–350 GSM
- Composition
- Cotton/polyester or polyester/cotton/spandex
- Hand feel
- Soft, with a steady shape
Read moreRead less — Sweatshirts & Sweatpants
260–350 GSM cotton/polyester works well for sweatshirts and sweatpants. Sweatwear is the largest use for polyester blends in our library. The polyester share helps the garment keep its shape and colour through repeated washing, while the cotton keeps the inside soft.
QUICK-DRY FOR TRAINING
Sports & Quick-Dry Tops
- Weight
- 160–210 GSM
- Composition
- 100% polyester or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Light, smooth and dry
Read moreRead less — Sports & Quick-Dry Tops
For training tops and quick-dry tees, start with 160–210 GSM 100% polyester or polyester/spandex. Polyester absorbs little moisture and dries quickly, and it takes bright sublimation prints for team and event wear.
COLOUR THAT STAYS BRIGHT
Printed & Everyday T-Shirts
- Weight
- 170–240 GSM
- Composition
- Cotton/polyester or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Smooth and easy-care
Read moreRead less — Printed & Everyday T-Shirts
Choose 170–240 GSM cotton/polyester or polyester/spandex for everyday and printed T-shirts. Polyester-rich tees hold colour well and suit all-over sublimation prints; cotton-rich blends feel softer for daily wear.
STRETCH WITH A FLUID LINE
Knit Dresses
- Weight
- 190–280 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/spandex or polyester/viscose/spandex
- Hand feel
- Smooth, with soft drape
Read moreRead less — Knit Dresses
190–280 GSM polyester/spandex or polyester/viscose/spandex works well for knit dresses. Polyester/spandex is the most common dress blend in our polyester library; adding viscose gives a softer, more fluid drape.
SHAPE FOR THE OUTER LAYER
Knit Jackets
- Weight
- 275–360 GSM
- Composition
- Cotton/polyester or polyester/cotton/spandex
- Hand feel
- Firm and full
Read moreRead less — Knit Jackets
For zip jackets, bombers and baseball jackets, start with 275–360 GSM cotton/polyester. The heavier weight supports zips and collars, and the polyester share keeps the jacket looking crisp after washing.
EASY CARE FOR THE LEG
Casual Trousers
- Weight
- 250–340 GSM
- Composition
- Cotton/polyester or cotton/polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Smooth, with structure
Read moreRead less — Casual Trousers
For knit trousers and joggers, choose 250–340 GSM cotton/polyester, adding spandex for slimmer fits. The blend resists bagging better than pure cotton and keeps colour even across repeat orders.
NEAT COLLARS, STEADY COLOUR
Polo Shirts
- Weight
- 190–260 GSM
- Composition
- Cotton/polyester or polyester/cotton
- Hand feel
- Crisp and easy-care
Read moreRead less — Polo Shirts
190–260 GSM cotton/polyester pique or jersey works well for uniform and team polo shirts. It keeps collars and colours neat through frequent washing, which matters for workwear and club programmes.
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Polyester Knit Fabric FAQs
Is every polyester knit a performance fabric?
No. Polyester dries quickly, but moisture-wicking, cooling or anti-odour performance depends on the yarn, construction and finish of the selected fabric. Many polyester blends in our library are fashion fabrics for dresses, sweatwear and T-shirts.
Can polyester knit fabric be sublimation printed?
Yes, on white or light grounds with a high polyester content. Sublimation dye bonds with polyester, so cotton-rich blends give paler results and suit reactive, pigment or DTF printing instead. Test the print on a sample before bulk.
Should I choose cotton/polyester or 100% cotton for sweatshirts?
Choose cotton/polyester for steadier shape, lower shrinkage and lower cost; it is the most common sweatshirt blend in our library. Choose 100% cotton for a drier, natural hand and garment-dyed looks.
Which tests matter for polyester knit sportswear and prints?
Polyester usually holds its colour well in washing, so the questions lie elsewhere: perspiration and light fastness for sportswear, rubbing on dark sublimation prints, and pilling, because strong polyester fibres keep pills on the surface. Cotton/polyester sweatshirts add shrinkage. For custom colours, send a Pantone TSX reference dyed on polyester rather than a paper guide.
What is the minimum order quantity for polyester knit fabric?
Stock fabric orders start at 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour. Custom-colour orders start at 200 kg per colour.
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