280 gsm · 185 cm
French Terry 280
80% cotton, 20% recycled polyester
US$2.30–3.00 / mMOQ 300 m
Shown as a representative surface. Shade to be confirmed by lab dip.
Knitted FabricsLT-KN-160
Single Jersey 160
A 160 gsm combed cotton single jersey with a compacted finish and under 5% spirality, the standard base for T-shirts and loungewear from 300 m.
- Weight
- 160 gsm
- Width
- 180 cm
- MOQ
- 300 m
- Lead time
- 15–25d
US$1.45–1.95 / mFOB Shanghai · 3,000 m
- Stock available: 200 m per colour, ships in 5–10 days
- 36 shades on the stock card · Pantone TCX matching from 300 m
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100, GOTS on request documentation issued with each shipment
Technical specification
| Article code | LT-KN-160 |
|---|---|
| Composition | 100% combed cotton |
| Weight | 160 gsm |
| Usable width | 180 cm |
| Weave / knit | Single jersey knit |
| Finish | Compacted, soft or dry hand |
| Shrinkage | ≤4% length, ≤5% width |
| Colour range | 36 shades |
| Certifications | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 · GOTS on request |
| Origin | Woven and finished in Shaoxing, China |
What it is good for
- T-shirts
- Loungewear
- Babywear
- Undershirts
- Dresses
Programme features
- Combed 30s ring-spun cotton
- Spirality under 5%
- Tubular or open width
- Semi-bleached base for printing
Ordering terms
- Custom minimum
- 300 m per colour
- Stock minimum
- 200 m
- Payment
- 30% deposit, 70% against B/L copy. L/C at sight accepted above 20,000 m.
- Incoterms
- FOB Shanghai / Ningbo · EXW · CIF · DDP Europe & US
Construction notes
How this fabric behaves
Written by our technical team from production data, not marketing copy.
Knitted on 34-inch circular machines from 30s combed cotton, this jersey is compacted after dyeing so it arrives close to final dimensions. Spirality is held under 5%, which matters for side-seam tees and all-over prints.
It is available in tubular or open width, with a soft or dry hand finish. For print programmes we recommend the semi-bleached base, which gives better ink yield and cleaner whites.
Ordering notes
- Lab dips are prepared in 7–10 days including courier; one re-dip is free.
- Bulk production starts after dip approval and runs 15–25 days.
- Roll lengths are 50–120 m; short rolls are declared on the packing list.
- Shrinkage is measured to ≤4% length, ≤5% width on the finished fabric. Cutting allowances should still be confirmed on your own wash standard.
Questions
Single Jersey 160 FAQ
Specification and ordering questions specific to this fabric.
What is the best gsm for a T-shirt?
160–180 gsm single jersey is the standard for retail T-shirts: opaque enough not to show through, light enough to drape. Heavyweight 220–240 gsm jersey is used for boxy, structured fits.
Do you supply tubular knit fabric?
Yes, both tubular and open width are available. Tubular is common for T-shirt programmes that cut on the tube and avoid side seams.
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Next step
Request pricing for Single Jersey 160
Send your shade reference and quantity — we will confirm the LT-KN-160 price, stock meters and the next production slot within one business day.