Item No.
KX22003
- Composition
- 80% cotton / 20% polyester
- Weight
- 230 GSM
- Width
- 68.9″ (175 cm)
Knit Fabric Manufacturer Since 2009 · China
ACID WASH KNIT · FABRIC SOURCING
Acid Wash Knit Fabric Manufacturer
Runtang Textile manufactures acid-wash-effect knit fabrics for vintage-style T-shirts, oversized streetwear, sweatshirts, joggers and T-shirt dresses. Choose 100% cotton or cotton/polyester with a faded, mottled colour built into the fabric. 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
Acid Wash 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 Acid Wash Knit Fabrics
Explore our online acid wash knit range, backed by a library of 15 options.
Item No.
KX22002
- Composition
- 38% viscose / 29.1% acrylic / 27.4% cotton / 5.5% spandex
- Weight
- 260 GSM
- Width
- 66.9″ (170 cm)
Item No.
KX22001
- Composition
- 84% cotton / 16% polyester
- Weight
- 320 GSM
- Width
- 70.9″ (180 cm)
| Item | Composition | Weight | Width | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KX22003 | 80% cotton / 20% polyester | 230 GSM | 68.9″ (175 cm) | View specifications |
| KX22004 | 100% cotton | 235 GSM | 70.9″ (180 cm) | View specifications |
| KX22002 | 38% viscose / 29.1% acrylic / 27.4% cotton / 5.5% spandex | 260 GSM | 66.9″ (170 cm) | View specifications |
| 2209#T | 100% cotton | 300 GSM | 70.9″ (180 cm) | View specifications |
| KX22001 | 84% cotton / 16% polyester | 320 GSM | 70.9″ (180 cm) | View specifications |
Looking for More Acid Wash Knit Options?
Our fabric library includes 15 acid wash knit options. Contact us for more compositions, weights and colours for your collection.
What Is Acid Wash Knit Fabric?
Acid wash knit fabric, also known as mineral wash, has a faded, mottled colour that imitates the look of a garment washed with stones or minerals. In our range the effect is created in fabric dyeing and finishing, so the washed look arrives on the roll and finished garments do not need a separate wash to get it. It is a colour effect, not a knit structure: most of our 15 qualities are single jersey, with a few rib, double knit and loopback bases. They weigh 190–320 GSM, mostly 230–275 GSM, and 100% cotton is the main fibre. The mottling is deliberately uneven, so expect variation within a roll and between lots, and approve against a bulk reference before cutting.
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Acid Wash Knit Fabrics by Composition
Pure cotton single jersey is the core of our acid wash range; cotton/polyester adds body for sweatwear.
| Fabric type | Fabric examples | Apparel applications |
|---|---|---|
| 100% cotton acid wash jersey | 230–300 GSM, such as KX22004 at 235 GSM | Vintage-style tees, streetwear tees and shorts |
| Cotton/polyester acid wash | 190–320 GSM, such as KX22001 (84% cotton / 16% polyester) at 320 GSM | Sweatshirts, joggers and knit jackets |
| Viscose-blend acid wash | Around 260 GSM, such as KX22002 (38% viscose / 29.1% acrylic / 27.4% cotton / 5.5% spandex) | Fitted tops, camisoles and dresses |
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Acid Wash Knit Weights for Your Collection
Choose 230–240 GSM acid wash jersey for classic vintage tees, 230–295 GSM for oversized streetwear tees, 225–275 GSM for T-shirt dresses, and 265–320 GSM cotton/polyester for sweatshirts and joggers.
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Acid Wash Knit vs Slub Knit and Single Jersey
All three are used for casual tees; the difference is where the character comes from: colour, yarn or neither.
| Feature | Acid Wash Knit | Slub Knit | Single Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Source of the look | Faded colour effect from dyeing and finishing | Uneven yarn thickness | Even yarn and solid colour |
| Surface | Mottled, worn-in colour | Irregular, textured lines | Smooth and uniform |
| Lot-to-lot look | Varies by design | Slight texture variation | Most consistent |
| Typical weights in our library | 230–275 GSM | 150–230 GSM | 165–230 GSM |
| Typical garments | Vintage tees and streetwear | Summer tees and casual tops | Everyday tees, tops and loungewear |
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Acid Wash Knit Fabric Recommendations
Xiwen Zhang, our co-founder and CEO, recommends these acid wash weights and blends for the vintage-inspired pieces where a worn-in colour does the styling, drawing on our knit fabric experience since 2009.
WORN-IN FROM THE FIRST WEAR
Vintage-Wash T-Shirts
- Weight
- 230–240 GSM
- Composition
- 100% cotton
- Hand feel
- Soft, dry and lived-in
Read moreRead less — Vintage-Wash T-Shirts
Choose 230–240 GSM cotton acid wash jersey for vintage-style T-shirts. T-shirts are the most common use in our acid wash library, and the faded colour gives a new tee the look of a favourite old one.
WASHED COLOUR, HEAVIER BODY
Oversized Streetwear Tees
- Weight
- 230–295 GSM
- Composition
- 100% cotton
- Hand feel
- Full, with a dry hand
Read moreRead less — Oversized Streetwear Tees
230–295 GSM acid wash cotton works well for oversized and boxy streetwear tees. The heavier end keeps a dropped-shoulder shape, and the mottled colour pairs well with cracked or distressed prints.
A MATCHING WASHED SET
Washed Sweatshirts & Joggers
- Weight
- 265–320 GSM
- Composition
- Cotton/polyester
- Hand feel
- Soft and substantial
Read moreRead less — Washed Sweatshirts & Joggers
For sweatshirts and joggers, start with 265–320 GSM cotton/polyester acid wash. Cutting both pieces from the same quality keeps the washed colour consistent across a set.
EASY, RELAXED AND FADED
Washed T-Shirt Dresses
- Weight
- 225–275 GSM
- Composition
- 100% cotton or cotton/polyester
- Hand feel
- Soft, with an easy drape
Read moreRead less — Washed T-Shirt Dresses
Choose 225–275 GSM acid wash for relaxed T-shirt dresses. The faded colour gives a simple shape a casual, lived-in feel that suits summer and festival collections.
PAIR WITH A WASHED TEE
Casual Knit Shorts
- Weight
- 240–300 GSM
- Composition
- 100% cotton
- Hand feel
- Soft and relaxed
Read moreRead less — Casual Knit Shorts
For casual shorts, start with 240–300 GSM cotton acid wash, ideally from the same quality as a matching tee. The mottled colour hides everyday wear and keeps a two-piece set looking coordinated.
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Acid Wash Knit Fabric FAQs
Does acid wash describe the knit structure?
No. Acid wash describes the faded colour effect. Most of our acid wash qualities are single jersey, with a few rib, double knit and loopback bases, so check the structure as well as the colour.
Will every roll of acid wash fabric look identical?
No. The mottled effect is meant to be uneven, so some variation within a roll and between lots is part of the look. Approve a bulk reference and cut panels for one garment from the same roll where you can.
Which weight should I choose for oversized acid wash tees?
Choose 230–295 GSM cotton acid wash jersey. Around 230–240 GSM suits a classic vintage tee; move toward 280–295 GSM for a heavy, boxy streetwear shape.
How should colour fastness be set for acid wash fabric?
Acid wash is designed to lose colour on the surface, so the fastness values used for solid shades do not fit it. Set the values with the wash effect in mind and agree them on the approved sample. Shrinkage still matters: 100% cotton acid wash at 230–300 GSM is checked in length and width after the agreed wash.
What is the minimum order quantity for acid wash 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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