Fabric & GSM
Fiber, yarn, knit, weight, finish and availability affect material cost.
Commercial clarity
MOQ & Pricing: How T-Shirt Manufacturing Cost Works
Unit price is a result of fabric, GSM, fit, decoration, labels, packaging, quantity and delivery terms—not quantity alone.
100 pcsCore MOQ
USDQuote currency
30 daysQuote validity
Indicative price ranges
Planning guidance before a specification-based quotation
| Quantity | Indicative range | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 100 pcs | USD 12–25 / piece | Development order or first private label style |
| 300 pcs | USD 12–20 / piece | Small brand launch with better production efficiency |
| 500 pcs | USD 10–15 / piece | Growing program with stable specification |
| 1,000 pcs | USD 10–15 / piece | Repeat or bulk program; final scope still applies |
These are non-binding planning ranges supplied by the manufacturer. Final price depends on the approved specification and may exclude labels, packaging, shipping and other add-ons. Formal quotes are in USD and normally valid for 30 days.
What drives cost
The specification explains the price
Fit & construction
Custom pattern work, collar specification, seams and size range affect labor and development.
Decoration
Colors, artwork area, print method, embroidery stitch count and wash process change cost.
Branding & packing
Labels, hangtags, custom packaging, SKU handling and carton instructions are itemized.
What is included
Separate base manufacturing from optional items
Base quote
Normally included
- Fabric
- Cutting
- Sewing
- Basic pattern/development allocation
- Standard production QC
Project add-ons
May be additional
- Neck labels and hangtags
- Care labels
- Custom packaging
- Special print or embroidery setup
- Shipping and duties
Get an accurate quote
Send six details
1. Product
Reference image or tech pack and target fit.
2. Fabric
Composition, GSM, color and finish.
3. Quantity
Pieces per style, color and size ratio.
4. Decoration
Artwork, size, placement and method.
5. Branding
Labels, hangtags and packaging.
6. Delivery
Country, required date and preferred Incoterm.
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