OEM / ODM · Trims
Trims aren’t the small print. They’re where quotes and complaints differ.
A plain T-shirt has 9–12 trim points. Leave one vague and the sample gets remade. If you already know what you want, click and choose. If not, skip it: every point defaults to “factory to propose”, and you can send a quote request with nothing chosen.
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1×1 rib, 95/5 cotton-spandex
2×2 rib, 95/5 cotton-spandex
Rib dyed in the same lot as the body, so collar and body match in every carton.Same-lot dyed with body
01Neck rib
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Wavy, stretched neck; colour off the body
Where it sits
Self-fabric binding 1.2–1.5 cm
Cotton herringbone tape
Printed brand tape
02Back-neck binding
If it’s not specified：Exposed seam scratches the neck
Where it sits
Clear TPU tape 3–5 mm
Woven tape
03Shoulder stay tape
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Shoulder seam stretches after washing
Where it sits
Woven, centre-fold
Tagless heat transfer
Printed satin
Woven + flag label
∅Not includedNo brand label
04Main label
If it’s not specified：Scratchy labels cause returns
Where it sits
Printed satin
Printed cotton tape
Heat transfer
05Care & content label
If it’s not specified：Non-compliant, checked at customs
Where it sits
Woven size tab
Satin size tab
Combined with care label
06Size label
If it’s not specified：Sizes mixed up
Where it sits
Spun polyester needle thread for strength; textured polyester in the looper so seams stretch.Spun poly + textured poly looper
Heavy 20/2 topstitch
Colour-matched per colourway
07Sewing thread
If it’s not specified：Seams crack or pucker
Where it sits
300–350 g card + plastic pin
Kraft card + cotton string
One set tag for both pieces
∅Not includedNo hangtag
08Hangtag & tag pin
If it’s not specified：Looks cheap when unboxed
- Packing item · not on the garment
Where it sits
OPP self-seal + warning print
Large PE zip bag
Recycled PE bag
Same bag made from recycled PE; recycled content printed on the bag where required.
∅Not includedNo polybag
09Polybag
If it’s not specified：Non-compliant for export
- Packing item · not on the garment
Where it sits
EAN-13 on polybag
UPC on polybag
Size sticker only
∅Not includedNone
10Barcode / size sticker
If it’s not specified：Mis-picks in the warehouse
Where it sits
Cotton round cord
Cotton flat cord
Polyester flat cord
∅Not includedNo drawcord (kidswear)
No cord at all, the safest choice for children’s hoods.
01Drawcord
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Children’s wear: drawstring rules break the order
Where it sits
Metal aglets
Resin / dipped ends
Knotted
Plastic stopper
02Cord ends / stoppers
If it’s not specified：Ends come off, a choking risk in kidswear
Where it sits
Nickel-free brass 8 mm
Embroidered eyelet
Internal opening, no eyelet
03Eyelets
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Pull out without backing
Where it sits
2×2 rib, 380–450 GSM
Looks the same as heavier rib; 380–450 GSM suits mid-weight hoodies.
Same 2×2 look, heavier: 450–550 GSM holds its shape on heavy fleece cuffs.2×2 rib, 450–550 GSM
Contrast colour rib
04Cuff & hem rib
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Flared cuffs from poor recovery
Where it sits
#5 metal, open-end
#5 resin
Nylon coil
Invisible pocket zip
∅Not includedNo zip
05Zip
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Wavy zip after washing if not pre-shrunk
Where it sits
Standard metal slider
Custom branded pull
Cord pull
06Zip puller
If it’s not specified：Cheap feel, no brand detail
Where it sits
Woven, centre-fold
Tagless heat transfer
Printed satin
Woven + flag label
∅Not includedNo brand label
07Main label
If it’s not specified：Scratchy labels cause returns
Where it sits
Printed satin
Printed cotton tape
Heat transfer
08Care & content label
If it’s not specified：Non-compliant, checked at customs
Where it sits
Self-fabric binding 1.2–1.5 cm
Cotton herringbone tape
Printed brand tape
09Back-neck binding
If it’s not specified：Exposed seam scratches the neck
- Packing item · not on the garment
Where it sits
OPP self-seal + warning print
Large PE zip bag
Recycled PE bag
Same bag made from recycled PE; recycled content printed on the bag where required.
∅Not includedNo polybag
10Polybag
If it’s not specified：Non-compliant for export
Where it sits
Plain, self colour
Tipped, 1–2 stripes
Jacquard
01Flat-knit collar & cuffs
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Collar curls or collapses; the garment is a reject
Where it sits
Flat-knit, matching collar
Rib cuff
Hemmed sleeve, no cuff
02Rib cuffs
If it’s not specified：Cuffs flare or don’t match the collar
Where it sits
2 × resin 18L
3 × resin 18L
Shell
Urea
Urea: matte, stone-like and heat-resistant. Looks like resin in photos; compare on a button card.
03Buttons
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Wrong look, loose buttons
Where it sits
Knitted fusible
Knitted fusible flexes with piqué: a softer placket.
Non-woven fusible
Non-woven fusible: a crisper, flatter placket, slightly stiffer.
04Placket interlining
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Placket bubbles after washing
Where it sits
Self-fabric reinforcement
Herringbone tape
∅Not includedNo side vents
05Side-vent tape
If it’s not specified：Side vents split, a common complaint
Where it sits
Woven, centre-fold
Tagless heat transfer
Printed satin
Woven + flag label
∅Not includedNo brand label
06Main label
If it’s not specified：Scratchy labels cause returns
Where it sits
Printed satin
Printed cotton tape
Heat transfer
07Care & content label
If it’s not specified：Non-compliant, checked at customs
Where it sits
Butterfly plastic stay
Paper collar strip
08Collar stay
If it’s not specified：Collars crushed in the carton
Where it sits
Torn away after stitching; a little stays behind the design.Tear-away
Water-soluble
Dissolves in the first wash: the cleanest back, for light or open designs.
∅Not includedNo embroidery
09Embroidery backing
If it’s not specified：Puckering around the logo
Where it sits
300–350 g card + plastic pin
Kraft card + cotton string
One set tag for both pieces
∅Not includedNo hangtag
10Hangtag & tag pin
If it’s not specified：Looks cheap when unboxed
Where it sits
3.5 cm dense knitted
4 cm dense knitted
5 cm dense knitted
01Waistband elastic
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Waistband rolls and twists, the No. 1 complaint
Where it sits
Cotton round cord
Cotton flat cord
Polyester flat cord
∅Not includedNo drawcord (kidswear)
No cord at all, the safest choice for children’s hoods.
02Drawcord
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Children’s wear: drawstring rules break the order
Where it sits
Nickel-free brass 8 mm
Embroidered eyelet
Internal opening, no eyelet
03Eyelets
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Pull out without backing
Where it sits
Cotton jersey 120–150 GSM
Poly-cotton mesh
∅Not includedNo pockets
04Pocket bag
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Bulky pockets if body fabric is used
Where it sits
#5 metal, open-end
#5 resin
Nylon coil
Invisible pocket zip
∅Not includedNo zip
05Zip
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Wavy zip after washing if not pre-shrunk
Where it sits
Contrast side stripe
Contrast piping
Self-colour binding
∅Not includedNone
06Piping, binding & side stripe
If it’s not specified：Set looks unmatched
Where it sits
2×2 rib, 380–450 GSM
Looks the same as heavier rib; 380–450 GSM suits mid-weight hoodies.
Same 2×2 look, heavier: 450–550 GSM holds its shape on heavy fleece cuffs.2×2 rib, 450–550 GSM
Contrast colour rib
07Cuff & hem rib
★ StructuralIf it’s not specified：Flared cuffs from poor recovery
Where it sits
Woven, centre-fold
Tagless heat transfer
Printed satin
Woven + flag label
∅Not includedNo brand label
08Main label
If it’s not specified：Scratchy labels cause returns
Where it sits
Printed satin
Printed cotton tape
Heat transfer
09Care & content label
If it’s not specified：Non-compliant, checked at customs
Where it sits
300–350 g card + plastic pin
Kraft card + cotton string
One set tag for both pieces
∅Not includedNo hangtag
10Hangtag & tag pin
If it’s not specified：Looks cheap when unboxed
Your trims list ·
Continue in the tech pack builder →Four garments, one rule
About 60% of trims are shared across our four lines. The differences sit in the structural trims: the parts that decide how the garment wears after ten washes.
- T-shirtNeck rib
- Decides whether the neckline turns wavy after ten washes.
- HoodieDrawcord, eyelets, rib
- Drawcords also bring children’s-wear safety rules (EN 14682 and others).
- PoloCollar, placket, buttons
- A crisp collar comes from placket interlining and a collar stay.
- SetElastic, drawcord, pocket bag
- A rolling waistband is the No. 1 complaint on sets.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What are garment trims?
Trims are every material on a garment other than the main fabric: rib, tapes, thread, labels, buttons, zips, cords, eyelets, interlining, hangtags and packing. A plain T-shirt has 9–12 trim points; a hoodie or a two-piece set has more.
Why do trims change the price so much?
Two quotes for “the same T-shirt” can differ because one assumes a woven centre-fold label, a TPU shoulder tape and a printed polybag, and the other assumes none of them. Listing every trim point makes quotes comparable.
What if I don’t know which trims to choose?
Leave any point on “Factory to propose”. Our designer, with 30 years in knitwear, recommends trims for the use, market and budget, and you approve them on the sample.
Are drawcords allowed on children’s hoodies?
Rules differ by market and age group. Drawstrings in the hood and neck area are restricted for young children under EN 14682 and US rules. Check your market with our drawstring safety checker before approving.
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