Activewear manufacturing in Bangladesh
Leggings, sports bras and training tops in stretch and recycled fabrics from 500 pieces per colour — sampled, inspected and shipped.
- MOQ
- 500
- pcs / style / colour
- SAMPLE
- 10–14d
- proto on stock fabric
- BULK
- 45–60d
- after PP approval
- PRICE BAND
- Publishing
- goes live with 3+ factory quotes
- FABRICS
- 100–280
- GSM · poly-elastane, interlock, mesh
The minimum order for activewear in Bangladesh is typically 500 pieces per style and colour on stock fabric, and 1,000 or more for custom-dyed or custom-made fabric. Allow 10–14 days for a proto sample and 45–60 days of production after pre-production approval; sea freight is extra. These are indicative ranges, confirmed in your costing.
Styles we make
Leggings
220–280 GSMSports bra
200–240 GSMTraining tee
120–160 GSMTraining shorts
120–180 GSMTrack jacket
160–220 GSMTank / vest
120–160 GSM
Illustrated studies, not product photos. Real sample photography is added as programmes ship.
Fabrics & specifications
| FABRIC | GSM / SPEC | COMPOSITIONS | FINISHES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poly/elastane jersey | 180–280 | Polyester with 10–20% elastane, recycled polyester (GRS) | Brushed, sueded, moisture-wicking |
| Interlock | 200–260 | Cotton-rich and poly blends | Enzyme, anti-pill |
| Mesh / airtex | 100–160 | Polyester | Wicking finish |
Decoration and details: Heat transfer · Silicone print · Reflective print · Embroidery · Woven and printed labels
MOQ & lead time
| Order size | Sample | Bulk |
|---|---|---|
| 500 pcs · stock fabric | 10–14d | 35–45d |
| 1,000 pcs · custom-dyed | 14–18d | 45–60d |
| 3,000+ pcs · custom-knit | 18–21d | 55–70d |
Indicative ranges in calendar days, confirmed in your costing. Bulk time runs from pre-production sample approval.
Work out your latest order date →Price guide
Price bands publishing January 2027
We only publish a band once three written factory quotes back it. Until then: the method, the price drivers and one T-shirt costed line by line.
What moves the price
- Fabric type and weight
- Elastane content
- Seam construction (flatlock, bonded)
- Print method
- Elastics and trims
- Size range
- Order size
Customisation
- Woven & printed labels
- Screen print · DTF
- Embroidery
- Garment dye & washes
- Hangtags & stickers
- Polybags & cartons
Compliance
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100Tested for harmful substancesAVAILABLE
- GRSRecycled content with chain of custodyAVAILABLE
- WRAPSocial compliance, factory levelAVAILABLE
- amfori BSCISocial audit, factory levelAVAILABLE
- Sedex SMETASocial and ethical audit, factory levelAVAILABLE
Certificates belong to factories and mills, not to Giga Sourcing. Which scheme applies depends on the factory selected for your programme; live certificates are shared per programme after factory selection.
Process & timeline
- Brief & costing — Week 1
- Sampling — Weeks 2–4
- Fabric & trims — Weeks 5–7
- Production + QC — Weeks 7–12
- Shipping — Weeks 13–17
Typical first order. Fabric and trims booking overlaps the start of production; shipping time depends on the destination.
Activewear — FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity for activewear?
500 pieces per style per colour on stock fabric; 1,000+ for custom-dyed or custom-made fabric. Mills dye in lots of roughly 1,000 metres, which is why custom colours need higher quantities.
How much does a activewear piece cost to make in Bangladesh?
We publish an indicative FOB band for activewear only once at least three written factory quotes support it. Until then the price guide shows the method and the main price drivers (fabric type and weight, elastane content and seam construction (flatlock, bonded)), and your costing estimate is built line by line from factory quotes.
Can you make seamless or bonded activewear?
Cut-and-sew with flatlock seams is the mainstream build. Seamless knitting and bonded seams need specific machines, so we confirm capability with partner factories before costing.
Do you work with recycled polyester?
Yes. GRS-certified recycled polyester is available through certified partner mills; the certificate is shared per programme.
Do you handle labels and packaging?
Yes. Woven labels, hangtags, polybags and cartons are sourced and attached in the factory.
How do you check quality?
Inline checks during sewing and a third-party final inspection at AQL 2.5 before you pay the balance.
How long does sampling take?
Typically 10–14 days for a proto on stock fabric, plus courier time. Fit and PP samples follow in 1–2 week cycles.
Can I visit the factory?
Yes, in person or by video walk-through, arranged once your programme is confirmed.
- PRICING GUIDEPrice bands, method and worked example for activewear
- GUIDE · PRODUCT & FABRICProduct & fabric: choosing weights, compositions and finishes
- GUIDE · COST & DUTYWhat does it cost to make T-shirts in Bangladesh in 2026?
- TOOLLanded-cost calculator — FOB, freight and duty to your door
- MARKETSourcing apparel from Bangladesh to Australia
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