Sweater manufacturer in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is one of the world’s largest sweater exporters. We work with flat-knitting units running both computerised Stoll and Shima Seiki machines and hand-flat lines for chunky gauges, so we can place everything from fine-gauge basics to heavy cable knits.

Rolls of jersey, fleece and denim fabric with swatch cards and a yarn cone
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Styles we make

  • Crew, V-neck and turtlenecks
  • Cardigans
  • Knit polos and vests
  • Cable and fisherman knits
  • Jacquard and Fair Isle
  • Knit dresses and co-ords
  • Beanies and scarves
  • Kids and baby knitwear

Fabrics and weights

  • Cotton and organic cotton yarn
  • Acrylic and acrylic blends
  • Merino and lambswool blends
  • Viscose and nylon blends
  • Recycled cotton and polyester yarns
  • Fine gauge 12–14GG, mid 7–10GG, chunky 3–5GG

Decoration and finishing

  • Fully fashioned shaping and linking
  • Jacquard, intarsia and pointelle
  • Embroidery and knitted-in logos
  • Garment wash and softener finishes
  • Anti-pilling treatment

Standards for sweaters and knitwear.

The standards buyers most often ask about in this category. We share the certificates and test reports that apply to the factory and fabric used for your order.

StandardWhat it provesType
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100Every component of a product — fabric, thread, labels, buttons, prints — is tested for harmful substances.Voluntary standard
RWS, RDS and RAF animal fibre standardsResponsible Wool, Responsible Down and Responsible Animal Fiber (mohair, alpaca) standards cover animal welfare and land management, with chain of custody to the finished product.Voluntary standard
GRS — Global Recycled StandardVerifies recycled content (at least 20% to be certified, 50% for an on-product label) and adds social, environmental and chemical requirements for every processing site..Voluntary standard
amfori BSCIAudits working conditions against the amfori Code of Conduct: fair pay, working hours, freedom of association, no child or bonded labour, health and safety, and the management systems behind them.Voluntary standard
WRAPCertifies a facility against 12 principles for lawful, humane and ethical production, including legal compliance, forced and child labour, harassment, pay and benefits, hours, health and safety, environment, customs compliance and security..Voluntary standard

Quality checks on every order.

Fabric is tested before cutting, the line is checked from the first bundles, and a final AQL inspection happens before packing is sealed. You get the report with photos before you approve shipment.

See every inspection stage

Sweaters and knitwear: common questions.

What does gauge mean in sweater knitting?

Gauge describes how many needles a knitting machine has per inch, and it decides how fine or chunky the knit looks. Low gauges, such as 3 to 5, produce thick, textured knits with visible stitches, ideal for cable and fisherman sweaters and cold-weather styles. Mid gauges around 7 to 10 give a versatile, medium-weight knit used for many everyday sweaters and cardigans. Fine gauges of 12 to 14 create smooth, lightweight knitwear that sits close to the body, often used for merino basics, knitted polos and layering pieces. Gauge works together with yarn thickness, because a fine gauge needs a finer yarn. It also affects cost and speed: chunky knits use more yarn, while fine knits take longer to knit. Share a reference sweater or photos, and we will recommend the gauge and yarn that match the look.

Can you produce jacquard, intarsia and cable knit designs?

Yes. Computerised flat-knitting machines create a wide range of patterns directly in the knit. Jacquard knits two or more colours into a repeating pattern across the garment, often used for Fair Isle and graphic designs, with the unused yarn on the reverse either secured or knitted in. Intarsia places blocks of colour, such as a logo or motif, in specific areas without loose yarn behind them, which gives a cleaner result but takes longer to knit. Cable knits twist groups of stitches to create raised rope patterns and suit lower gauges. Pointelle, rib variations and knitted-in logos are also possible. Each technique affects yarn use, knitting time and price, so we recommend discussing your artwork early. We program the pattern and knit a swatch or sample for approval before bulk production starts.

Planning a sweaters and knitwear order?

Send a tech pack, a sketch or a photo of a garment you like. We reply within one working day with questions or a first costing.

  • One merchandiser responsible for your order
  • Certificates and audit reports shared before production
  • AQL final inspection report before you approve shipment
  • NDA signed on request before you share designs