Chlorine-Resistant Swimwear Knit
Chlorine-resistant nylon spandex and PBT knits that keep their stretch and colour through pool water.
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Built for garments washed after every session. A fine-gauge single jersey with a permanent wicking finish, engineered so sweat moves to the surface instead of sitting against the skin.
Thirteen knit qualities, posted in 3–5 days. Tell us the garment and the colour.
Specification
Reference values from the partner mill. Final specification is confirmed on the approved sample — the numbers below are what we test against, not marketing copy.
| Composition | 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex |
|---|---|
| Weight | 160 gsm (150–175 gsm range) |
| Usable width | 165 cm (65 in) |
| Stretch | 4-way stretch, elongation 140% × 100% |
| Finish options | Semi-matte face standard; brushed-back and mesh-back versions available for winter and summer lines. |
| Minimum order | 300 kg per colour, dyed to order (stock shades in smaller lengths) |
| Sampling | Swatch free · lab dip on approval · sample yardage available |
| Lead time | 25–35 days after lab dip approval, depending on colour and quantity |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 available · GRS with transaction certificate where applicable |
| Origin | Partner mills in Guangdong and Fujian, China |
Buyer questions
Ask for the wicking test result after a wash cycle, not just on the greige fabric. We test vertical wicking to the standard your market requires and keep the report with the approved sample.
Polyester moves moisture and dries fast; cotton absorbs and holds it. For training, polyester-rich is the functional choice. Cotton blends belong in lifestyle and warm-up pieces.
Yes — the polyester content is high enough for sharp sublimation. Artwork repeat and colour count set the minimum run, so send the design before you assume a price.
300 kg per colour dyed-to-order; stock shades and sample lengths available for trials.
Also in the range
Chlorine-resistant nylon spandex and PBT knits that keep their stretch and colour through pool water.
Ventilation panels that hold their shape — mesh and eyelet knits for backs, underarms and side inserts.
Warm-up and lifestyle weights — French terry and brushed fleece for hoodies, joggers and sets.
We post physical swatches in 3–5 days, and can run a lab dip against your Pantone reference in parallel so colour and hand-feel are approved at the same time.
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