Sweatshirt Manufacturer | Since 1998 | Crewneck Specialists

Sweatshirt Manufacturer | Custom Crewneck Sweatshirts and Sweat Sets from 300 Pieces

SDF Clothing is a custom sweatshirt manufacturer in Bangladesh specializing in crewneck sweatshirts without hoods. We produce crewneck, half-zip, quarter-zip, and raglan sweatshirts from 300 pieces minimum. All fabric weights from 240-380 GSM, private label ready, with full customization options for screen printing and embroidery. Explore our clothing manufacturers and Bangladesh clothing manufacturer.

300 Pieces Minimum
240-380 GSM Range
27+ years Years Experience
30-40 Days Production
? GOTS Organic Certified
? OEKO-TEX Standard 100
? ISO 9001 Quality
? BSCI Social Compliance

Sweatshirt vs Hoodie | The Crewneck Advantage

Sweatshirts differ from hoodies in their fundamental construction: sweatshirts feature crewneck neckbands without attached hoods, while hoodies include hoods with drawstrings. This distinction makes sweatshirts simpler in construction and more suitable for certain applications. The absence of a hood reduces production complexity and cost, while the clean crewneck area provides excellent space for screen printing, embroidery, and branding without hood interference.

Sweatshirts offer a clean neckline ideal for layering under jackets, coats, and blazers. The crewneck design works seamlessly with outerwear, avoiding the bulk that hoods create when layered. This makes sweatshirts preferred for transitional weather wear, office-casual environments, and fashion-forward layering combinations. The ribbed neckband provides structure and maintains shape through wear, ensuring the neckline stays clean and professional.

From a manufacturing perspective, sweatshirts allow for faster production times and lower minimums compared to hoodies. The simplified construction reduces sewing operations, quality checkpoints, and potential defect points. This efficiency translates to competitive pricing for brands while maintaining the same fabric quality and construction standards as our hoodie production. Sweatshirts are particularly well-suited for brands focusing on screen printing, as the flat chest area provides optimal surface area for large format prints without hood drawstring interference.

Sweatshirt Styles We Manufacture

We manufacture four primary sweatshirt styles, each serving different market segments and design aesthetics. Crewneck sweatshirts form the foundation of our production, offering the classic clean neckline that defines the category. Half-zip and quarter-zip variations add functionality with chest zippers and collar necklines, while raglan sweatshirts provide contrast sleeve panel options for visual interest. All styles maintain the same quality standards and are available from 300 pieces minimum.

Style Neckline Key Features Best For Price Tier
Crewneck Ribbed crewneck band Clean neckline, no hood, ribbed cuffs and hem Screen printing, layering, basic wear $
Half-Zip Standing collar with chest zipper Ventilation, adjustable neck, sport aesthetic Athleisure, golf, outdoor brands $$
Quarter-Zip Mock collar with partial zipper Subtle zipper, collar structure, modern look Fashion brands, casual wear $$
Raglan Crewneck with raglan sleeves Contrast sleeve panels, athletic silhouette Sports teams, vintage aesthetics $$
All styles available from 300 pieces minimum. Custom combinations possible with higher minimums.

Sweatshirt Fabric Weight Guide | Choosing the Right GSM

Fabric weight determines sweatshirt warmth, drape, and positioning in the market. GSM (grams per square meter) is the standard measurement for fabric weight, with higher numbers indicating heavier, warmer fabrics. We offer sweatshirts across four weight categories to serve different seasons, price points, and brand positioning requirements.

Weight GSM Season Characteristics Best For
Lightweight 240 GSM Spring/Summer Breathable, light drape, quick drying Lightweight basics, layering pieces
Midweight 280 GSM Year-round Balanced warmth and weight, standard feel Everyday wear, retail standard
Heavyweight 320 GSM Winter/Fall Warm, substantial, premium feel Premium positioning, winter wear
Extra-Heavyweight 380 GSM Extreme Cold Maximum warmth, substantial weight Premium streetwear, heavy duty
Weight tolerance guaranteed within ?5%. Pre-shrunk fabrics minimize garment shrinkage.

Sweatshirt Customization Options by MOQ Tier

Customization options vary by order quantity, with higher volumes enabling more complex customization. Our tiered approach ensures brands at all stages can access customization appropriate to their scale. Standard customization is available from 300 pieces, while advanced options require higher minimums due to setup costs and production efficiency requirements.

MOQ Tier Quantity Screen Printing Embroidery Custom Details
Standard 300+ pieces Up to 4 colors, standard placement Basic logo embroidery Standard neckband, ribbed cuffs
Intermediate 500+ pieces Up to 8 colors, all-over print 3D puff, multi-location Contrast neckband, custom labels
Advanced 1000+ pieces Unlimited colors, specialty inks Complex designs, large scale Custom neckband, special finishes
Premium 2000+ pieces Custom development, proprietary Full custom development Fully custom construction
MOQ applies per style and colorway. Customization costs additional to base garment price.

Sweatshirt Size Chart | Measurements for Fit Consistency

Our size chart provides measurements for consistent fit across production runs. All measurements are taken from finished garments after washing and drying. We recommend ordering samples to verify fit before bulk production, as fit preferences vary by brand and target market.

Size Chest (in) Length (in) Sleeve Length (in) Shoulder Width (in)
XS 34-36 26-27 32-33 16-17
S 36-38 27-28 33-34 17-18
M 38-40 28-29 34-35 18-19
L 40-42 29-30 35-36 19-20
XL 42-44 30-31 36-37 20-21
2XL 44-46 31-32 37-38 21-22
3XL 46-48 32-33 38-39 22-23
4XL 48-50 33-34 39-40 23-24
Measurements are approximate. Custom sizing available with tech pack development. Tolerance ?0.5 inches.

Sweatshirt Price Range by Style and MOQ

Pricing varies by style complexity, fabric weight, and order quantity. FOB Bangladesh pricing for standard production runs. Customization, premium fabrics, and special finishes are additional. Volume discounts available for orders exceeding 1,000 pieces.

Style 300-500 pcs 500-1000 pcs 1000-2000 pcs 2000+ pcs
Crewneck (280 GSM) $8-12 $7-10 $6-9 $5-8
Half-Zip (280 GSM) $10-15 $9-13 $8-11 $7-10
Quarter-Zip (280 GSM) $10-15 $9-13 $8-11 $7-10
Raglan (280 GSM) $10-15 $9-13 $8-11 $7-10
Heavyweight Crewneck (320 GSM) $12-18 $11-16 $10-14 $9-12
Organic Cotton Crewneck (GOTS) $14-22 $13-20 $12-18 $11-16
FOB Bangladesh pricing. Includes fabric, cut, sew, basic branding. Customization additional.

Matching Sweat Sets | Crewneck Sweatshirts and Sweatpants

Sweat sets featuring matching crewneck sweatshirts and sweatpants are increasingly popular for loungewear, athleisure, and brand collections. The coordinated look provides visual consistency and brand recognition. We produce sweat sets in the same fabric weight and color, ensuring perfect matching between tops and bottoms.

Sweat set production requires coordinated manufacturing to ensure color consistency across both garment types. Our integrated production capability ensures that sweatshirts and sweatpants from the same order match perfectly in fabric, color, and construction details. This coordination eliminates the risk of mismatched sets that can occur when sourcing tops and bottoms from different suppliers.

Minimum order for sweat sets is 300 pieces per set style, with the quantity representing the combined total of tops and bottoms. For example, a 300-piece sweat set order could be 150 sweatshirts and 150 sweatpants, or any other combination totaling 300 pieces. This flexibility allows brands to balance their inventory based on expected sales ratios while meeting the production minimum.

Sweatshirt Manufacturer FAQ

What is the difference between sweatshirt and hoodie?

Sweatshirts have crewneck neckbands without hoods. Hoodies have attached hoods with drawstrings. Sweatshirts are simpler in construction, making them ideal for screen printing and embroidery. They offer a clean neckline suitable for layering under jackets.

What sweatshirt styles do you manufacture?

We manufacture crewneck sweatshirts (standard, oversized, fitted), half-zip sweatshirts with chest zippers, quarter-zip sweatshirts with collar necklines, and raglan sweatshirts with contrast sleeve panels. All styles available from 300 pieces minimum.

What fabric weights do you offer for sweatshirts?

We offer 240 GSM lightweight sweatshirts for spring/summer, 280 GSM midweight for standard year-round wear, 320 GSM heavyweight for winter and premium positioning, and 380 GSM extra-heavyweight for maximum warmth and premium streetwear.

What is your minimum order for sweatshirts?

Our sweatshirt minimum is 300 pieces per style. This applies to crewneck, half-zip, quarter-zip, and raglan styles. Minimum can be split across sizes within a single colorway. Lower quantities available at higher per-piece cost for sampling.

Can you produce sweat sets with matching sweatpants?

Yes. We produce matching sweat sets with crewneck sweatshirts and sweatpants in the same fabric and color. Sweat sets are popular for loungewear, athleisure, and brand collections. Minimum 300 pieces per set style (tops and bottoms combined).

What customization options do you offer for sweatshirts?

Customization includes screen printing, DTG printing, embroidery, custom neckband colors, ribbed cuffs in contrast colors, custom labels and hang tags, and packaging. The clean crewneck area provides excellent space for chest branding.

What fabrics do you use for sweatshirt production?

We use cotton fleece, French terry, poly-cotton blends for durability and shrinkage resistance, organic cotton fleece for sustainable options, and recycled polyester blends. All fabrics pre-shrunk to minimize garment shrinkage.

How long does sweatshirt production take?

Standard production timeline: 30-40 days from fabric receipt for basic sweatshirts. 35-50 days for custom fabric development or heavyweight options. 7-14 days for sampling before bulk. Rush production available at 20-30% premium.

Ready to Order Custom Sweatshirts?

Contact SDF Clothing for custom sweatshirt manufacturing. We provide detailed quotes, production timelines, and sample development. Crewneck, half-zip, quarter-zip, and raglan styles available from 300 pieces minimum. Private label ready with full customization.

Why Work with a Bangladesh Clothing Manufacturer?

Sweatshirts live or die on fabric weight and hand-feel, and that's a category Bangladesh's fleece and terry mills have run at scale for years — French terry, brushed-back fleece, and loopback cotton are all produced domestically, feeding directly into the country's position as the world's second-largest garment exporter.

Because the fabric is made close to where it's cut and sewn, small and mid-size sweatshirt orders don't get priced out the way they would if fleece had to be imported. SDF Clothing works to a 300-piece minimum per style, holds GOTS and OEKO-TEX certification, and ships EU orders duty-free under GSP.

Sweatshirt-specific know-how here covers brushing and napping finishes, rib cuff and waistband construction, and heavyweight fleece handling that keeps seams from puckering under a heavy plush interior. Bulk production typically runs 30 to 45 days, and the Dhaka-Chittagong export corridor is set up for the bulkier cartons fleece garments ship in.

US-bound sweatshirt orders from Bangladesh skip the Section 301 tariffs applied to Chinese fleece imports, and EU orders clear duty-free under GSP on qualifying codes. Given how much fabric weight goes into a sweatshirt compared to a lighter garment, that tariff difference has an outsized effect on landed cost.

Sweatshirt Manufacturing Through SDF Clothing

We manufacture sweatshirts as a direct-access factory — you deal with our production floor, not a buying house. That means transparent pricing, direct sign-off on fabric weight and brushing standard, and full visibility into your own supply chain. Certifications on file include GOTS, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, BSCI, WRAP, and ISO 9001.

We've built sweatshirt runs for brands placing their first 300-piece order and for established labels running full seasonal drops. Fabric sourcing, tech pack development, sampling, bulk production, quality inspection, and export paperwork are all handled in-house, with a single point of contact from brief to shipment.