Cotton Rib Knit Fabric for T-Shirts, Cuffs and Casual Apparel
Cotton rib knit fabric is widely used for T-shirts, casual wear, children’s clothing, underwear, lightweight sportswear, neckbands, cuffs and waistbands. Its soft hand feel, stretch and recovery make it suitable for both body fabrics and garment trims.
| Fabric Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | 100% Cotton | Fabric Structure | 1×1 Rib / 2×2 Rib Knit |
| Weight (GSM) | 150–470 gsm | Yarn Count | 21S–40S Cotton Yarn |
| Width | 170–190 cm | Knitting Gauge | 24G–26G |
| Elasticity | Natural Crosswise Stretch | Knitting Method | Circular Knitting |
| Fabric Finish | Dyed, Compact, Soft Finish | Color Options | Custom Dyed Colors Available |
| Typical Use | T-Shirts, Cuffs, Neckbands, Underwear | MOQ | 300–1000 kg per Color |
Product Overview & Key Features
Cotton rib knit fabric is a knitted fabric made with alternating knit and purl stitches to create a ribbed surface with excellent stretch and recovery. Common constructions include 1×1 and 2×2 rib, making the fabric suitable for both garment body panels and trim applications such as cuffs, collars and waistbands. Produced from 100% cotton yarn, the fabric offers a soft hand feel, natural breathability and comfortable skin contact.
Compared with plain jersey, rib knit provides greater elasticity and a more structured appearance while maintaining good comfort for daily wear. Different yarn counts and fabric weights can be selected to suit lightweight T-shirts, children’s garments, underwear or heavier sweatshirt trims.
- Soft and breathable 100% cotton construction
- Good stretch and recovery for ribbed trims
- Available in 1×1 and 2×2 rib structures
- Suitable for both lightweight and heavy-weight garments
- Smooth surface with comfortable skin feel
- Compatible with dyeing, printing and garment washing processes
Customization Options
- Fabric weight customization from lightweight to heavy rib constructions
- Yarn count selection such as 21S, 26S, 32S or 40S cotton yarn
- Rib structure customization including 1×1, 2×2 and wider rib patterns
- Fabric width adjustment according to garment production requirements
- Custom color dyeing with reactive or pigment dyeing methods
- Printing compatibility for screen printing, digital printing and garment dyeing
- Softening, compacting and enzyme wash finishing
- Anti-pilling and shape-retention treatment
- Custom shrinkage control and pre-shrunk finishing
- Development of cuff, collar and waistband rib fabrics to match main garment fabrics