Gauge knit · 300 MOQ · US, UK & Australian brands
Sweater Manufacturer for Fashion Brands
SDF Clothing is a sweater manufacturer knitting pullovers and cardigans from 300 pieces per style for US, UK and Australian brands.
From chunky cable knits to lightweight pullovers, cardigans, and fully fashioned styles in 7GG to 12GG gauge. Custom knitting ensures perfect gauge, quality construction, and premium handfeel, with full customization from 300 pieces per style.
Sweater Categories We Manufacture
Pullover Sweaters
Classic pullover sweaters for casual wear. Various necklines, sleeve lengths, and fits. Ideal for everyday collections and casual brands.
Cardigans
Versatile cardigans for layering. Button-front or zip options, various lengths and styles. Perfect for transitional seasons and layering collections.
Cable Knits
Classic cable knits for textured styling. Various cable patterns, chunky gauges, premium handfeel. Essential for winter and heritage collections.
Fully Fashioned Sweaters
Premium fully fashioned sweaters for luxury positioning. Shaped construction, seamless panels, superior fit. Ideal for premium and luxury brands.
Knit Patterns
Custom knit patterns including cable, rib, plain, jacquard, and intarsia. Pattern development available for unique brand identity.
Gauge Options
- ✓ 7GG (medium weight, versatile - most popular)
- ✓ 9GG (mid-fine, smooth drape)
- ✓ 12GG (fine, lightweight, premium finish)
Chunkier (3-5GG) or ultra-fine (14GG+) gauges may be available depending on machine allocation - confirm availability and lead time at quote stage.
Knit Patterns
- ✓ Cable knits (classic textures)
- ✓ Rib knits (stretch, structure)
- ✓ Plain knits (smooth, basic)
- ✓ Jacquard knits (patterns, designs)
- ✓ Intarsia knits (colorwork)
Yarn and Fiber Options
- ✓ 100% cotton - breathable, easy-care, best for lightweight pullovers
- ✓ Wool and wool-blend - warmth and structure for chunkier, cold-weather knits
- ✓ Acrylic - colorfast, budget-friendly alternative to wool
- ✓ Cotton-acrylic blend - balances handfeel, durability, and cost
- ✓ Cashmere-blend - premium handfeel for luxury positioning
Exact yarn sourcing, blend ratio, and GOTS/OEKO-TEX certification depend on the composition you choose - confirm at quote stage.
MOQ and Pricing
MOQ: 300 pieces per style minimum. Applies per design, colorway, and size range.
Sweater manufacturing costs vary by gauge and complexity:
- ✓ Basic pullover: $12-20 per piece
- ✓ Cable knit: $15-25 per piece
- ✓ Fully fashioned: $18-30 per piece
Pricing includes yarn, knitting, finishing, basic branding, and standard packaging. Custom patterns, fully fashioned construction, and premium packaging are additional.
Sweater Production Timeline
Standard sweater production timeline from order confirmation to shipment:
- ✓ Yarn sourcing: 7-14 days
- ✓ Sampling: 10-14 days
- ✓ Bulk production: 30-40 days (basic styles)
- ✓ Quality inspection: 2-3 days
- ✓ Packing and shipping: 3-5 days
Total timeline: 55-75 days from order to delivery. Complex cable knits add 10-15 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for sweater manufacturing?
300 pieces per style minimum. This applies per design, colorway, and size range. Lower quantities possible at higher per-piece cost for sampling or prototype runs.
What sweater styles do you manufacture?
We manufacture pullover sweaters for casual wear, cardigans for layering, cable knits for classic styling, fully fashioned sweaters for premium quality, and various knit patterns. All styles available with customization options. Note that sweaters are gauge-knit on knitting machines, a different construction from cut-and-sew fleece — for hoodies and sweatshirts, see our hoodie manufacturer page.
What gauge options do you offer?
Our standard knitting range is 7GG to 12GG: 7GG for medium-weight, versatile knits and 12GG for finer, lightweight sweaters. Gauge selection affects fabric weight and handfeel. Chunkier (3-5GG) or ultra-fine (14GG+) gauges may be available depending on machine allocation - confirm at quote stage.
What knit patterns do you offer?
We offer cable knits (classic textures), rib knits (stretch, structure), plain knits (smooth, basic), jacquard knits (patterns, designs), and intarsia knits (colorwork). Custom pattern development available.
Do you manufacture sweatshirts or fleece hoodies?
No. Sweatshirts and fleece hoodies are cut-and-sew garments made from fleece or French terry fabric, a different process from gauge-knit sweaters. For those styles, see our hoodie manufacturer page.
How much does sweater manufacturing cost?
Sweater manufacturing costs vary by gauge and complexity. Basic pullover: $12-20 per piece. Cable knit: $15-25 per piece. Fully fashioned: $18-30 per piece. FOB Bangladesh pricing from 300 pieces minimum.
How long does sweater production take?
Standard sweater production timeline: 30-40 days from yarn receipt for basic styles. 40-50 days for complex cable knits. 10-14 days for sampling before bulk. Yarn sourcing adds 7-14 days.
Need custom sweater manufacturing for your knitwear brand? Contact SDF Clothing here with your sweater styles, gauge preferences, and quantity. We will quote pricing, lead time, and development timeline within 48 hours. From 300 pieces minimum.
For complete production strategy, read our complete clothing manufacturers guide.
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Why brands order sweaters from this factory
Sweater knitting happens on our own machines, with gauge — typically 7GG to 12GG depending on the weight you want — set and held consistently across a production run rather than varying batch to batch the way subcontracted knitting sometimes does. GOTS, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, BSCI, WRAP, and ISO 9001 certification cover the facility.
We handle both intarsia knitting for large blocks of color and jacquard knitting for smaller repeating patterns, plus the linking, blocking, and finishing steps that join panels cleanly at the shoulder and set a knit sweater's final shape and drape. Minimum order is 300 pieces per style, with yarn sourcing, knitting, finishing, and export documentation included.
Knitwear categories like sweaters benefit from Bangladesh's roughly 54% knitwear export share and the trade terms that come with it: continued EU duty-free access under Everything But Arms through November 2029 despite LDC graduation in November 2026, and a 20% US tariff cap from late 2025 that keeps exposure below Chinese-made knitwear facing Section 301 duties.
Ready to start a sweater order?
Free quote within 48 hours. Obligation-free consultation. MOQ 300 pieces.
Styles We Produce
Shipping to the US, UK and Australia
| United States | United Kingdom | Australia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duty | MFN + any extra tariff — we confirm current HTS rate | Often 0% under DCTS | Often 0%/low under LDC |
| Quote | USD FOB | GBP FOB | AUD FOB |
| Transit (sea) | 28–40 days | 25–35 days | 20–30 days |
| Labels | Care + RN; CPSIA if kids | GPSR + fibre content | ACL care label |
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