Developed for Swimwear, this Single Jersey Knit answers the most common brief we receive: chlorine and sunscreen resistance with shape retention. The yarn package is polyester spandex with charcoal loaded filament, chosen because it provides permanent odour adsorption built into the yarn rather than the finish, and the finished cloth is set and tested so that Moisture-Wicking.
Polyester Spandex Bamboo Charcoal 190 GSM Single Jersey Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Polyester Spandex Bamboo Charcoal Moisture-Wicking Single Jersey Knit |
| Composition | polyester spandex with charcoal loaded filament |
| Construction | Single Jersey Knit (a plain single-bed knit) |
| Weight | 190 GSM |
| Width | 170 cm |
| Function | Moisture-Wicking — moves sweat from the skin to the outer face so the wearer stays dry |
| Performance target | moisture management class 4 or above |
| Test method | AATCC 195 moisture management |
| Additional value | one-way transport index above 300 |
| Stretch | Four-way, recovery above 92% |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100, REACH compliant inputs |
| MOQ | 300 m per colour |
| Lead time | 20–25 days after approval |
Why this construction works
Because a plain single-bed knit is used, the fabric behaves consistently across the roll: the lightest way to get coverage, with good stretch and a clean surface for printing. That consistency is what lets a factory cut confidently and lets a brand repeat an order a season later with the same result.
Single Jersey Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Moisture-Wicking: moves sweat from the skin to the outer face so the wearer stays dry, measured by AATCC 195 moisture management.
- Hand and comfort: permanent odour adsorption built into the yarn rather than the finish.
- Construction benefit: the lightest way to get coverage, with good stretch and a clean surface for printing.
- Consistency: GSM and width tolerance are locked per lot and recorded on the inspection sheet.
- Durability: performance is verified after repeated washing, not only as delivered.
Recommended applications
Used for Swimwear and for the accessories around them. chlorine and sunscreen resistance with shape retention is the reason it is chosen, and the fabric bonds, prints and sews on standard machinery without special settings.
Moisture-Wicking fabric prepared for Swimwear production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
The fabric can be supplied greige, piece dyed or printed. Add-on finishes are selected after a wash durability trial, because a finish that disappears after five washes is worse than no claim at all.
Care instructions
- Machine wash at 30 degrees with mild detergent, no fabric softener.
- Dry away from direct heat and do not tumble dry hot.
- Cool iron on the reverse if needed, and avoid bleach.
Ordering, sampling and quality control
Minimum trial order is 300 metres per colour and bulk production takes 20-25 days once the approval sample is signed. Documentation includes test reports per lot, OEKO-TEX conformity and full construction sheets.
Roll inspection and packing before shipment
Frequently asked questions
Can the weight and width be changed? Yes. Most programmes run between 140 and 340 GSM, and width can be set between 150 and 180 cm to match your marker. Changing weight changes cover and stretch, so we re-test before confirming.
What is the minimum for a first order? Development starts at 300 metres per colour, which is enough for a proper wear trial and a small capsule. Bulk pricing improves at 1,000 metres and above per colour.
