Shorts manufacturing in Bangladesh
Chino, cargo, sweat and denim shorts from 500 pieces per colour — sampled, inspected at AQL 2.5 and shipped FOB, CIF or DDP.
- 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
- 100–320
- GSM · twill, fleece, denim, microfibre
The minimum order for shorts 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
Chino short
220–260 GSMCargo short
260–300 GSMDenim short
10 ozSweat short
280–320 GSMWoven pull-on short
100–140 GSMLounge short
180–220 GSM
Illustrated studies, not product photos. Real sample photography is added as programmes ship.
Fabrics & specifications
| FABRIC | GSM / SPEC | COMPOSITIONS | FINISHES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twill | 220–260 | Cotton, stretch | Peach, enzyme |
| Fleece / terry | 280–320 | Cotton, cotton/poly | Anti-pill |
| Denim | 10 oz | Cotton, cotton/elastane | Rinse, enzyme |
| Microfibre | 100–140 | Polyester, recycled polyester (GRS) | DWR, wicking |
Decoration and details: Embroidery · Screen print · Woven and printed labels · Drawcords and eyelets · Garment dye
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-woven | 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
- Composition and stretch
- Pocket construction
- Wash or finish
- Trims and closures
- 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
- BCI cottonBetter Cotton sourcingAVAILABLE
- GRSRecycled content with chain of custodyAVAILABLE
- WRAPSocial compliance, factory levelAVAILABLE
- amfori BSCISocial 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.
Shorts — FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity for shorts?
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 pair of shorts cost to make in Bangladesh?
We publish an indicative FOB band for shorts 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, composition and stretch and pocket construction), and your costing estimate is built line by line from factory quotes.
Can shorts share fabric with matching tops or trousers?
Yes. Pooling the same fabric and colour across several styles helps reach the fabric minimum, and it often lowers the cost per piece.
Do you make swim or board shorts?
Standard woven and stretch shorts are our focus. Swimwear needs specific fabrics and finishing, so ask us and we confirm whether a partner factory can make your spec.
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 shorts
- GUIDE · MOQLow MOQ clothing manufacturer in Bangladesh: what “small” really means
- 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 the United Kingdom
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