Hosiery Fabric Specifications: What Every Innerwear Manufacturer Needs to Know
Sourcing the right hosiery fabric is critical for innerwear quality. This technical guide covers all key specifications that differentiate premium from standard hosiery fabrics.
The Hosiery Fabric Market
The global hosiery and innerwear market exceeds $60 billion annually, with premium quality fabric being the primary differentiator between budget and premium products. Manufacturers supplying to European and North American markets face increasingly stringent quality requirements.
Key Technical Specifications
Knit Structure
Single jersey is the most common structure for hosiery fabrics, providing the right balance of stretch and recovery. The needle count (typically 24-36 gauge for hosiery) determines fabric fineness and surface smoothness.
Fiber Composition
Premium hosiery fabrics from Tahir Collection are available in 100% combed cotton (preferred for premium products), 95/5 cotton-lycra (for comfort-fit applications), and CVC blends for value-driven mass market products.
GSM Requirements
Hosiery single jersey typically ranges from 140-180 GSM for standard applications and 180-220 GSM for heavier innerwear products. Rib fabrics for hosiery waistbands typically range from 160-280 GSM.