Polyester Elastane Chitosan Finish Cooling Ice-Feel Power Mesh Knit is a high modulus warp knit mesh developed for Base Layers where next-to-skin comfort with continuous moisture movement decides whether a style succeeds. The base is polyester elastane with a bio-based chitosan finish, which gives a bio-derived antibacterial route for restricted substance sensitive programmes. The result is a fabric that delivers Cooling Ice-Feel in daily use rather than only in a laboratory.
Polyester Elastane Chitosan Finish 160 GSM Power Mesh Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Polyester Elastane Chitosan Finish Cooling Ice-Feel Power Mesh Knit |
| Composition | polyester elastane with a bio-based chitosan finish |
| Construction | Power Mesh Knit (a high modulus warp knit mesh) |
| Weight | 160 GSM |
| Width | 155 cm |
| Function | Cooling Ice-Feel — gives an instant cool touch and spreads heat away from the body |
| Performance target | Q-max above 0.20 W/cm2 |
| Test method | contact cool feeling measurement (Q-max) |
| Additional value | thermal conductivity improved by yarn selection rather than by a finish |
| 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 high modulus warp knit mesh is used, the fabric behaves consistently across the roll: controlled support at very low weight with maximum air exchange. That consistency is what lets a factory cut confidently and lets a brand repeat an order a season later with the same result.
Power Mesh Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Cooling Ice-Feel: gives an instant cool touch and spreads heat away from the body, measured by contact cool feeling measurement (Q-max).
- Hand and comfort: a bio-derived antibacterial route for restricted substance sensitive programmes.
- Construction benefit: controlled support at very low weight with maximum air exchange.
- 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 Base Layers and for the accessories around them. next-to-skin comfort with continuous moisture movement is the reason it is chosen, and the fabric bonds, prints and sews on standard machinery without special settings.
Cooling Ice-Feel fabric prepared for Base Layers 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
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.
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.
