China produces over 40% of the world's textiles. Guangzhou's Zhongda Fabric Market is the world's largest fabric wholesale hub. Whether you need fast-fashion garments, technical sportswear, or custom-woven fabrics, China's textile industry has unmatched capacity and range.
Manufacturing Hubs in China
- Guangzhou (Zhongda fabric market, Shisanhang garments)
- Zhejiang/Keqiao (world's largest fabric trading hub)
- Jiangsu (silk, technical fabrics, knitwear)
- Fujian (sportswear, outdoor fabrics)
Products We Source
- T-shirts, hoodies & knitwear
- Sportswear & activewear
- Uniforms & workwear
- Fabric by the meter (woven, knit, non-woven)
- Denim & jeans
- Home textiles (bedding, towels)
- Winter jackets & outerwear
- Swimwear & lingerie
Required Certifications
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (harmful substances free)
- GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
- BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative)
- Bluesign (sustainable textile production)
- ISO 9001
ChinaBajar verifies certifications and arranges third-party lab testing before shipment.
Our Sourcing Process
Specification
Define product specs, quality standards, and certifications needed.
Supplier Search
Search 1688.com and our network for verified manufacturers.
Verification
Background check, license verification, factory audit.
Sampling
Order samples from 3–5 shortlisted suppliers.
Negotiation
Mandarin negotiation for best price, MOQ, and terms.
QC & Shipping
Pre-shipment inspection + FCL/LCL/DDP delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
MOQ for ready-made garments: 100–300 pieces per style/color. Custom OEM clothing: 300–500 pieces minimum. Fabric by the meter from Zhongda market: often available in small quantities (10–50 meters). For custom-woven fabric: typically 500–1,000 meters minimum per design. MOQs are negotiable for established relationships and repeat orders.
Key quality checkpoints: fabric weight and composition testing (GSM test), color fastness testing (ISO 105), stitching inspection (stitch density, seam strength), size measurement against your size chart, and pre-shipment inspection. Always order samples from 3+ suppliers before committing to a large order. Specify fabric composition in your tech pack — '100% cotton' claims should be verified with fiber content testing.
OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certifies textiles are free from harmful substances — important for EU and US markets. GOTS is needed for organic cotton claims. California Prop 65 compliance for chemical substances is required for California, USA. EU clothing labeling laws require fiber content and care instructions in all EU languages for the market country. For children's clothing, additional safety standards apply (EN 14682 for drawstrings, flammability EN 1102).
Keqiao, Zhejiang (China Textile City) is the world's largest fabric market — 30,000+ fabric vendors. Guangzhou's Zhongda Fabric Market is best for fashion fabrics and smaller quantities. Suzhou is known for silk. Hangzhou (Brocade) produces premium jacquard fabrics. For sportswear fabrics, Fujian's Quanzhou and Jinjiang are specialized. ChinaBajar can arrange buying trips to all these markets.
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