MOQ per style
300 pcs
Flexible size & colour split
Certified Garment Manufacturing · Since 1998 · FOB Export
Garments Manufacturers —
Certified Readymade & Custom
Production Since 1998
SDF is a direct garments manufacturer — not a trading company or buying agent. We produce OEM, private label, and CMT garments from 300 pieces per style, ship FOB to buyers in 60+ countries, and hold 13 active international certifications. All production is in-house.
BGMEA member factory. Audit-ready at all times. Every certificate number publicly verifiable.
Exact production parameters for trade buyers and sourcing managers
Max capacity
50,000 pcs
Per style per 45-day window
Knitwear bulk
40 days
From approved sample
Woven bulk
45–55 days
Depending on construction
Proto sample
7–14 days
From tech pack or reference
Inspection
AQL 2.5
In-house, every order
Pricing basis
FOB Chittagong
All costs to vessel loading
Payment
30% / 70%
T/T, L/C, or bank transfer
Fabric Weight Reference
Understanding GSM in garment manufacturing
GSM — grams per square metre — is the standard measure of fabric weight used across the garment trade. It affects the drape, warmth, durability, and FOB cost of the finished garment. Specifying the correct GSM in your order brief or tech pack is one of the most important steps in getting an accurate price.
If you are unsure of the GSM you need, share a reference garment or describe the end use. Our team will recommend the appropriate weight and fabric construction based on your target market and price point.
SDF sources fabric from GOTS and GRS certified mills for sustainable orders, and from audited conventional mills for standard orders. We do not source from unaudited mills and every fabric order includes origin documentation.
GSM Reference — Common Garment Types
Lightweight T-shirt
140–160 GSM
Single jersey
Standard T-shirt
170–200 GSM
Single jersey
Heavyweight T-shirt
220–260 GSM
Compact single jersey
Lightweight hoodie
250–280 GSM
Cotton-poly fleece
Standard hoodie
300–340 GSM
French terry or fleece
Heavyweight hoodie
380–420 GSM
Brushed fleece
Polo shirt
180–220 GSM
Piqué knit
Performance activewear
140–180 GSM
4-way stretch interlock
Woven shirt
100–140 GSM
Poplin or twill
Chino / trouser
200–280 GSM
Twill weave
Workwear jacket
380–450 GSM
Canvas or ripstop
GOTS organic cotton tee
160–200 GSM
GOTS certified single jersey
Import Duty Advantages by Market
How trade agreements reduce your landed cost on garments
GSP status and preferential trade schemes can reduce import duty by 8–15% compared to sourcing from countries without preferential access. Combined with production costs 20–30% lower than equivalent certified factories in China or Turkey, the total cost advantage for EU, UK, and Australian buyers is significant.
European Union
EU GSP — Everything But Arms
Bangladesh garments qualify for 0–12% reduced import duty depending on HS code. Woven and knitwear garments under HS chapters 61 and 62 qualify for significantly reduced rates. Applies automatically to certified origin goods — SDF provides full origin documentation.
→ 0–12% duty reduction
United Kingdom
UK DCTS — Enhanced Preferences
Under the UK Developing Countries Trading Scheme post-Brexit, Bangladesh garments access the UK market on comparable preferential rates to the former EU GSP. UK importers get the same competitive duty advantage as EU buyers. UK-specific origin certificates provided on request.
→ 0–12% duty reduction
United States
C-TPAT Certification
Bangladesh does not have full GSP status for garments with the US. However, SDF's C-TPAT certification means US importers experience reduced customs screening and faster port clearance, lowering demurrage and improving supply chain predictability.
→ Faster clearance
Australia
DFQF Scheme
Australia's Duty-Free Quota-Free scheme provides 0% import duty on garments from Bangladesh for Australian importers. SDF provides all required documentation for DFQF claims at no additional charge.
→ 0% duty
Certification Verification
Do not accept certificate images without verifying them
Certificate images can be manipulated or out of date. Every major certification body publishes a real-time database where buyers can verify a certificate is current, held by the correct entity, and covers the scope claimed. If a garments manufacturer cannot provide a verifiable certificate number, the claim is unconfirmed.
SDF publishes all 13 certificate numbers on our certifications page alongside direct links to each body's verification tool. Every certificate is active and within its validity period.
We accept unannounced factory visits from buyer-appointed audit firms at any time. Previous BSCI and SEDEX SMETA audit reports are available to serious buyers under NDA before placing an order.
Where to Verify Each Certificate
GOTS
gots.org → Certificate Search → enter number
OEKO-TEX Std 100
oeko-tex.com → Certificate Check
BSCI
amfori platform — shared with registered buyers
SEDEX SMETA
Sedex platform — shared with registered buyers
ISO 9001 & 14001
Via the accreditation body named on certificate
C-TPAT
CBP CTPAT Portal — US importers verify directly
GRS
textileexchange.org → Certificate Database
WRAP
wrapcompliance.org → Certificate Verification
SA8000
sa-intl.org → Certified Facilities Database
EU Regulatory Requirements 2026
What EU brands need from their garments manufacturer from 2026
Three EU regulations are changing what garments manufacturers need to document and what brands need to demonstrate. Most manufacturers are not ready for all three.
EU Digital Product Passport
Requires a digital record per product covering materials, production location, certifications, and end-of-life data. SDF provides full material traceability with every order — covering the majority of DPP data requirements for GOTS, GRS, and OEKO-TEX certified garments.
Check your EU readiness →EU CSDDD
Requires EU companies to document human rights and environmental due diligence across their supply chain. Non-compliance: fines up to 5% of global net turnover. SDF holds BSCI, SEDEX SMETA, SA8000, WRAP, and ISO 14001 — the core certifications that satisfy CSDDD supplier requirements.
View all certifications →EU Green Claims Directive
From 2026, sustainability claims on products require recognised third-party certification. "Organic", "recycled", "sustainable" without a certificate are illegal under this directive in EU markets. GOTS, GRS, OEKO-TEX, and OCS — all held by SDF — are specifically recognised under this directive.
Our sustainability page →Free Tools for Apparel Buyers
Plan your order before you contact a garments manufacturer
Four free tools used by clothing brands to calculate landed costs, plan production timelines, check EU compliance, and write factory inquiry emails that get replies. No signup required.
Cost Calculator
Garment Cost Calculator
Enter garment type, fabric, quantity, and destination — get FOB price, import duty, sea or air freight, and total landed cost per unit instantly. Includes gross margin calculator and Bangladesh vs China vs Vietnam comparison.
Calculate my costs →Timeline Planner
Production Timeline Calculator
Enter your target launch date and get every production deadline reverse-engineered — tech pack submission, sample approval, bulk cut date, and shipment. Urgency alerts built in. OEM, ODM, CMT, and private label supported.
Plan my timeline →EU Compliance
EU Readiness Checker
Answer 18 questions and get a personalised EU compliance score covering GPSR 2024, REACH chemical restrictions, EU textile labelling regulation 1007/2011, ESPR and Digital Product Passport readiness, and factory certification requirements.
Check my EU readiness →Email Generator
Manufacturer Email Generator
Most factory inquiry emails are ignored because they are vague. Fill in your order details and get a structured, spec-ready email that garments manufacturers respond to — in 30 seconds. Copy and send instantly.
Generate my email →Questions
Garment manufacturing — what trade buyers ask
What duty advantages do I get sourcing from here?
EU buyers: 0–12% reduced duty under EU GSP. UK buyers: 0–12% under UK DCTS Enhanced Preferences. Australian buyers: 0% under DFQF. US buyers: no GSP on garments, but C-TPAT certification means faster port clearance. SDF provides all origin documentation for duty claims. Use our free Garment Cost Calculator to see your exact landed cost including duty savings.
How do I verify your certifications?
Every certificate is publicly verifiable. Certificate numbers for all 13 are on our certifications page with direct links to each body's database. GOTS at gots.org. OEKO-TEX at oeko-tex.com. GRS at textileexchange.org. Do not accept a certificate image without checking the number is current.
What is GSM and how do I specify it?
GSM is grams per square metre — the weight of the fabric. It affects hand-feel, warmth, durability, and price. A standard T-shirt is 170–200 GSM. A standard hoodie is 300–340 GSM. Include the target GSM in your brief or tech pack. If unsure, share a reference garment and we will match it.
What compliance documentation do you provide for EU buyers?
GOTS or OEKO-TEX certificates, BSCI or SEDEX audit reports, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 certificates, and full material traceability documentation. All required for EU CSDDD due diligence and Digital Product Passport compliance. Use our free EU Readiness Checker to see exactly what your brand needs before contacting us.
What is the lead time?
Knitwear bulk: 40 days from approved sample. Woven: 45–55 days. Proto sample: 7–14 days. First order total: 45–60 days knitwear, 55–70 days wovens. Repeat orders with approved samples: 35–45 days. Use our free Production Timeline Calculator to reverse-engineer every deadline from your target launch date.
What is the MOQ?
300 pieces per style with flexible size and colour split. For orders above 1,000 pieces per style, per-unit pricing improves significantly. We do not accept consumer orders or retail purchases.
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