Item No.
KF3226
- Composition
- 74% nylon / 26% spandex
- Weight
- 165 GSM
- Width
- 64/66″ (163/168 cm)
Knit Fabric Manufacturer Since 2009 · China
TRICOT KNIT · FABRIC SOURCING
Tricot Knit Fabric Manufacturer
Runtang Textile manufactures tricot and warp knit fabrics for sports and quick-dry tees, yoga wear, sports bras, dancewear and garment linings. Choose polyester/spandex or nylon/spandex warp knits with a smooth, run-resistant surface. 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
Tricot 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 Tricot Knit Fabrics
Explore our online tricot and warp knit range, backed by a library of 159 options.
Item No.
KF3235
- Composition
- 72% nylon / 28% spandex
- Weight
- 160 GSM
- Width
- 51/53″ (130/135 cm)
Item No.
KF3238
- Composition
- 83% nylon / 17% spandex
- Weight
- 200 GSM
- Width
- 57/59″ (145/150 cm)
Item No.
KF3233
- Composition
- 73% nylon / 27% spandex
- Weight
- 300 GSM
- Width
- 55/57″ (140/145 cm)
Item No.
KF3237
- Composition
- 73% nylon / 27% spandex
- Weight
- 170 GSM
- Width
- 62/64″ (157/163 cm)
Item No.
KF3210
- Composition
- 80% nylon / 20% spandex
- Weight
- 220 GSM
- Width
- 64/66″ (163/168 cm)
Item No.
ZB11008
- Composition
- 95% polyester / 5% spandex
- Weight
- 130 GSM
- Width
- 59.1″ (150 cm)
Item No.
ZB11022
- Composition
- 75% polyester / 25% spandex
- Weight
- 160 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
ZB11017
- Composition
- 80% polyester / 20% spandex
- Weight
- 160 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
| Item | Composition | Weight | Width | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KF3226 | 74% nylon / 26% spandex | 165 GSM | 64/66″ (163/168 cm) | View specifications |
| KF3235 | 72% nylon / 28% spandex | 160 GSM | 51/53″ (130/135 cm) | View specifications |
| KF3238 | 83% nylon / 17% spandex | 200 GSM | 57/59″ (145/150 cm) | View specifications |
| KF3233 | 73% nylon / 27% spandex | 300 GSM | 55/57″ (140/145 cm) | View specifications |
| KF3245 | 87% nylon / 13% spandex | 170 GSM | 63/65 | View specifications |
| KF3219 | 75% nylon / 25% spandex | 250 GSM | 61/63 | View specifications |
| KF3225 | 75.9% nylon / 24.1% spandex | 160 GSM | 60/62 | View specifications |
| KF3228 | 89% nylon / 11% spandex | 170 GSM | 62/64 | View specifications |
| KF3242 | 83% nylon / 17% spandex | 155 GSM | 63/65 | View specifications |
| KF3216 | 84% nylon / 16% spandex | 240 GSM | 62/64 | View specifications |
| KF3243 | 81% nylon / 19% spandex | 155 GSM | 66/68 | View specifications |
| KF3223 | 96.3% nylon / 3.7% spandex | 180 GSM | 64/66 | View specifications |
| KF3237 | 73% nylon / 27% spandex | 170 GSM | 62/64″ (157/163 cm) | View specifications |
| KF3210 | 80% nylon / 20% spandex | 220 GSM | 64/66″ (163/168 cm) | View specifications |
| KF3212 | 80% nylon / 20% spandex | 170 GSM | 64/66 | View specifications |
| KF3209 | 85% nylon / 15% spandex | 165 GSM | 64/66 | View specifications |
| KF3211 | 89% nylon / 11% spandex | 170 GSM | 66/68 | View specifications |
| ZB11008 | 95% polyester / 5% spandex | 130 GSM | 59.1″ (150 cm) | View specifications |
| ZB11022 | 75% polyester / 25% spandex | 160 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| ZB11017 | 80% polyester / 20% spandex | 160 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
Looking for More Tricot Knit Options?
Our fabric library includes 159 tricot and warp knit options. Contact us for more compositions, weights and colours for your collection.
What Is Tricot Knit Fabric?
Tricot is the most common warp knit. Instead of one yarn running across the fabric, as in jersey, each needle is fed by its own yarn, and the yarns zigzag along the length of the fabric, linking with their neighbours. The face shows fine lengthwise lines and the back shows crosswise ones. Because the loops are locked in two directions, tricot is smooth, stable and resists laddering at cut edges. Our library holds 159 warp knit qualities, including tricot and some warp-knit mesh. Most weigh 145–180 GSM; polyester/spandex makes up about half and nylon/spandex about a third. Tricot has a slick, synthetic hand rather than a cotton feel, and a dense tricot breathes less than an open mesh.
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Tricot and Warp Knit Fabrics by Composition
Polyester/spandex and nylon/spandex make up most of our warp knit range; 100% polyester covers light linings.
| Fabric type | Fabric examples | Apparel applications |
|---|---|---|
| Polyester/spandex tricot | 145–180 GSM, such as ZB11064 (84% polyester / 16% spandex) at 180 GSM | Sports tees, streetwear tops, dancewear and trims |
| Nylon/spandex tricot | 160–210 GSM, such as JL12202 (79% nylon / 21% spandex) at 170 GSM | Yoga wear, sports bras and quick-dry tees |
| 100% polyester tricot | 90–140 GSM, such as SZ45015 at 100 GSM | Linings, skirts and dancewear layers |
| Warp-knit mesh | 120–175 GSM, such as ZB11017 (80% polyester / 20% spandex) at 160 GSM | Sports panels, yoga tops and sports bras |
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Tricot Knit Weights for Your Collection
Choose 155–180 GSM tricot for sports and quick-dry tees, 180–230 GSM nylon/spandex for yoga wear, 170–215 GSM for sports bras, 145–215 GSM for dancewear, and 100–165 GSM for linings and trims.
Below 200 GSM
25 qualities
200–299 GSM
14 qualities
300 GSM and above
1 qualities
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Tricot Knit vs Single Jersey and Nylon Stretch Knit
Tricot is usually compared with weft knits that do a similar job: jersey for everyday tops and nylon stretch knits for activewear.
| Feature | Tricot Knit | Single Jersey | Nylon Stretch Knit |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it is knitted | Warp knit: yarns run lengthwise | Weft knit: one yarn runs across | Weft knit with nylon and spandex |
| Cut edges | Resist laddering | Can ladder and curl | Can curl; depends on structure |
| Surface | Fine lengthwise lines, slick hand | V-stitch face, looped reverse | Smooth, cool and compressive |
| Typical weights in our library | 145–180 GSM | 165–230 GSM | 160–220 GSM |
| Typical garments | Sports tees, dancewear and linings | T-shirts, tops and loungewear | Leggings, yoga sets and swimwear |
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Tricot Knit Fabric Recommendations
Xiwen Zhang, our co-founder and CEO, recommends these warp knit weights and blends for the sports, dance and lining uses where a smooth, stable knit works hardest, drawing on our knit fabric experience since 2009.
LIGHT, SMOOTH AND STABLE
Sports & Quick-Dry Tees
- Weight
- 155–180 GSM
- Composition
- Nylon/spandex or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Smooth, light and cool
Read moreRead less — Sports & Quick-Dry Tees
Choose 155–180 GSM tricot for training and quick-dry tees. T-shirts and sports tops are the two biggest uses for warp knit in our library, and the smooth face takes sublimation and heat-transfer prints cleanly.
SMOOTH STRETCH FOR MOVEMENT
Yoga Tops & Leggings
- Weight
- 180–230 GSM
- Composition
- Nylon/spandex
- Hand feel
- Smooth, soft and stretchy
Read moreRead less — Yoga Tops & Leggings
180–230 GSM nylon/spandex tricot works well for yoga tops, leggings and matching sets. The warp-knit structure keeps the surface smooth under stretch. Check opacity and recovery on a sample in a deep squat.
SUPPORT WITHOUT BULK
Sports Bras
- Weight
- 170–215 GSM
- Composition
- Nylon/spandex or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Firm, smooth and stretchy
Read moreRead less — Sports Bras
For sports bras, start with 170–215 GSM tricot. The stable structure helps a bra hold its shape through repeated stretching, and it can be paired with warp-knit mesh panels for ventilation.
SMOOTH LINE ON STAGE
Dancewear & Leotards
- Weight
- 145–215 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/spandex or cotton/nylon
- Hand feel
- Smooth and close-fitting
Read moreRead less — Dancewear & Leotards
Choose 145–215 GSM polyester/spandex tricot for leotards, dance tops and practice wear. Dancewear is one of the main uses for warp knit in our library, and the smooth surface gives a clean line under stage lights.
A SLIP-SMOOTH LAYER
Camisoles & Tank Tops
- Weight
- 145–180 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/spandex or nylon/spandex
- Hand feel
- Light, slick and smooth
Read moreRead less — Camisoles & Tank Tops
For camisoles, tanks and layering tops, start with 145–180 GSM tricot. It slides easily under knitwear and jackets, and cut edges stay neat, which suits raw-edge and laser-cut finishes.
THE CLASSIC WARP-KNIT JOB
Garment Linings & Trims
- Weight
- 100–165 GSM
- Composition
- 100% polyester or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Light, smooth and slippery
Read moreRead less — Garment Linings & Trims
100–165 GSM tricot works well as a lining for knit jackets, skirts and activewear, and for trims such as binding and pocket bags. Garment trims are among the most common uses for warp knit in our library, because the fabric is light and does not ladder.
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Tricot Knit Fabric FAQs
Is tricot a warp knit fabric?
Yes. Tricot is the most common warp knit: each needle has its own yarn, and the yarns run lengthwise. That is why tricot resists laddering and keeps a smooth, stable surface.
Does your warp knit range include mesh?
Yes. Alongside tricot, our 159 warp knit qualities include warp-knit mesh, mostly 120–175 GSM in polyester/spandex. Mesh is often combined with tricot in sports bras and training tops for ventilation.
Can tricot be used for linings?
Yes. Light 100% polyester or polyester/spandex tricot, around 100–165 GSM, is used for linings, binding and pocket bags. Its smooth surface helps a garment slide on and off.
Which tests matter for tricot sportswear and linings?
Polyester/spandex and nylon/spandex tricot for sports tees and sports bras needs perspiration and light fastness, plus dimensional change after heat-setting. For 100% polyester tricot linings at 90–140 GSM, the risk to check is staining onto the outer fabric in washing. Custom colours match best from Pantone TSX for polyester or TN for nylon.
What is the minimum order quantity for tricot 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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