Polyester gabardine fabric for making workwear

Product Overview

This polyester gabardine fabric for making workwear is a 100% polyester material available in custom colors and multiple finishing routes. The principal applications are uniforms, coveralls, and other workwear, while the source also lists bags, luggage, linings, garments, bedding, home textiles, and sofa applications.

The fabric is offered at 140–165 gsm and 57–60 inches wide. Buyers may select plain-dyed fabric or discuss silver, PA, PU, or PVC coated versions. Because each coating can change the fabric’s hand, drape, breathability, sewability, and functional performance, the final construction and finish should be confirmed before sampling and quotation.

Product Specifications

Specification	Available Information
Product name	Polyester gabardine fabric for making workwear
Fabric type	Polyester gabardine
Composition	100% polyester
Yarn specification	150D × 300D. The original source labels this value as “density”; buyers should confirm whether it represents yarn denier and request the separate weave-density specification if required.
Construction	Gabardine; exact weave and construction parameters should be confirmed with FabricsTrades
Weight	140–165 gsm
Width	57–60 inches
Dyeing and finish options	Plain dyed; silver, PA, PU, or PVC coated
Color options	According to customer requirements
Source-described hand and care	Soft, comfortable, machine washable, and low maintenance
Source-listed functional claims	Waterproof, flame retardant, anti-static, tear-resistant, and shrink-resistant. Confirm which properties apply to the selected construction or finish and request the applicable test method or report.
Primary applications	Workwear, uniforms, and coveralls
Additional source-listed applications	Bags, bedding, linings, garments, home textiles, sofas, and luggage
MOQ	2,000 meters per color
Lab-dip time	Normally 3–5 days
Plain-color approval sample	Normally 7–10 days
Mass-production lead time	3–20 days
Stated production capacity	Daily output up to 150,000 meters; monthly capacity of more than 3 million meters
OEM support	Available depending on the buyer’s requirements; logo customization is offered
Standard roll packing	50, 100, or 200 meters per roll
Custom packing	Packing details can be adjusted according to customer requirements
Usual container reference	20GP: 100,000 meters; 40GP: 200,000 meters
Shipping methods	Express and sea freight
Yard conversion	1 yard = 0.9144 meter

Material, Construction, Appearance, and Hand Feel

Gabardine fabrics are generally selected when a buyer wants a relatively firm, structured textile surface. For this product, the final appearance and handling will depend on the selected weight, color, and finishing route.

The existing product description characterizes the fabric as soft and comfortable while also emphasizing durable construction, frequent-use suitability, and easy care. These are useful characteristics for uniforms and workwear, but the required comfort and durability level should still be evaluated using the approved color and finish.

The plain-dyed version will provide a different hand and garment behavior from silver-, PA-, PU-, or PVC-coated versions. A coating may add structure or support a functional requirement, but it can also change drape, air permeability, surface feel, wash behavior, and sewing performance. Buyers should approve the actual finished sample instead of relying only on the base-fabric specification.

At 140–165 gsm, this fabric should not automatically be treated as interchangeable with heavier industrial gabardines. Programs involving severe abrasion, high tear loads, welding exposure, electrical hazards, weather protection, or regulated protective clothing require application-specific testing and construction review.

Key Product Features

• 100% polyester construction: Suitable for buyers seeking a consistent synthetic-fiber base for uniforms, workwear, bags, linings, and related products.
• Custom color development: Colors can be produced according to customer requirements, supported by lab dips and plain-color approval samples.
• Multiple finishing routes: Choose plain-dyed fabric or evaluate silver, PA, PU, and PVC coated alternatives.
• Workwear-oriented positioning: The source describes the fabric as durable, comfortable, easy to care for, and designed for repeated use and washing.
• Functional development potential: Waterproof, flame-retardant, anti-static, tear-resistant, and shrink-resistant properties are listed on the source page. Buyers should confirm the exact finish, performance target, test standard, and report availability for the selected version.
• Flexible bulk packing: Standard roll lengths include 50, 100, and 200 meters, with custom packing available by agreement.

Detailed Applications and Use Cases

Workwear, Uniforms, and Coveralls

Workwear is the primary intended use. The fabric can be evaluated for construction-crew clothing, security uniforms, service uniforms, coveralls, and other coordinated work garments.

Its custom-color availability supports company colors and uniform programs, while the stated easy-care and durability characteristics may be useful where garments are worn and washed frequently. Before approval, buyers should confirm the required GSM, colorfastness, dimensional stability, abrasion resistance, tear strength, seam strength, and wash performance.

For jobs requiring certified flame resistance, electrostatic control, chemical protection, high visibility, or weather protection, the source-listed feature name alone is not sufficient. Communicate the end-use standard before quotation and request an appropriate fabric construction, test report, certificate, or third-party testing plan.

Coats, Jackets, and Outdoor or Industrial Garments

The current page also associates the product with coats, jackets, industrial wear, military clothing, and outdoor applications. These should be treated as conditional development uses.

Plain-dyed fabric may suit lightweight structured garments, while coated versions may be considered when the project requires a different surface or moisture-management function. Buyers should sample the selected finish to evaluate garment comfort, drape, coating durability, seam performance, and the effect of needle holes on water resistance.

For protective, military, or industrial programs, confirm all applicable performance specifications and procurement requirements before production. No protective grade or certification is established by the current product information.

Bags, Luggage, Purses, and Totes

Bags and luggage are explicitly listed in the product’s use scope, and the page metadata also includes purses and totes. The polyester base and optional coatings may be useful for bag linings, organizer panels, covers, or selected body components.

Load-bearing panels and high-abrasion luggage components should be evaluated carefully because the source does not provide tensile, tear, abrasion, coating-adhesion, or hydrostatic-pressure results. Confirm whether the 140–165 gsm construction is sufficient or whether reinforcement, backing, lining, or a heavier alternative is needed.

Garment Linings, General Garments, and Suits

The source lists linings and garments and also associates the product with suits. The stated soft, comfortable hand may suit selected garment components, but coated and uncoated versions will behave differently.

Approve a garment sample to evaluate drape, opacity, skin comfort, static behavior, seam appearance, and compatibility with the outer material. If the fabric will be used directly against the skin, buyers should also confirm the required chemical and comfort standards for the destination market.

Bedding, Home Textiles, Sofas, and Home Décor

Bedding, home textiles, and sofas are included in the stated application scope, while home décor appears in the page metadata. Possible uses should be evaluated according to the exact component—for example, liners, covers, decorative panels, or other non-structural applications.

Upholstery and bedding programs may require their own abrasion, pilling, flammability, colorfastness, wash-care, and restricted-substance requirements. Confirm these standards before sampling because the current page does not establish upholstery-grade or bedding-specific performance.

Other Conditional Development Uses

The current page metadata also associates this product with shoes, tents, toys, umbrellas, wedding and bridal items, and other outdoor products. These are development possibilities rather than confirmed performance approvals. FabricsTrades should review the intended component, finish, construction method, safety standard, and required test results before recommending the final specification.

Design and Manufacturing Considerations

Select the Finish Before Final Approval

Plain-dyed, silver-coated, PA-coated, PU-coated, and PVC-coated fabrics can differ substantially in appearance and processing behavior. Identify the intended use and performance target before requesting the approval sample.

If waterproof performance is required, specify the test method, target value, number of washes, and whether seam sealing is part of the finished-product design. “Waterproof” should not be treated as a quantified guarantee without an agreed specification and test result.

Confirm Functional Requirements in Writing

Flame-retardant, anti-static, tear-resistant, and shrink-resistant properties are listed on the source page, but no performance grade or test method is provided. Buyers should communicate the applicable standard, destination market, garment category, and required result before quotation.

Where these functions are safety-critical, request a representative sample and available test documentation or arrange third-party testing before bulk approval.

Conduct Sewing and Garment Trials

The exact weave density, coating add-on, stretch, shrinkage, and seam-performance data are not stated. A sewing trial should therefore be used to select the appropriate needle, thread, stitch density, seam type, and edge finish.

For coated versions, excessive needle perforation may affect surface integrity or water resistance. Confirm whether seam sealing, binding, reinforcement, or a lining is required for the intended product.

Approve Color and Bulk Quality

Normal lead times are 3–5 days for a lab dip and 7–10 days for a plain-color approval sample. Buyers should approve the lab dip and physical sample before bulk production.

The bulk approval standard may include color, GSM, width, hand, surface appearance, coating quality, shade continuity, dimensional stability, and any application-specific performance tests. Testing requirements should be agreed before the purchase order.

Customization, Sampling, and Bulk Ordering

Customization

• Custom colors are available according to buyer requirements.
• Finish options include plain dyed, silver coated, PA coated, PU coated, and PVC coated.
• OEM service is available depending on project requirements.
• Logo customization is offered.
• Packaging can be adjusted according to customer requirements.
• Other construction or functional-development requests should be evaluated for feasibility before sampling.

Order Quantity and Lead Time

• MOQ: 2,000 meters per color
• Lab dip: Normally 3–5 days
• Plain-color approval sample: Normally 7–10 days
• Mass production: 3–20 days
• Capacity stated on the page: Up to 150,000 meters per day and more than 3 million meters per month

Production allocation and delivery timing should be reconfirmed for the selected color, finish, quantity, and testing program.

Packaging and Container Loading

Standard packing is 50, 100, or 200 meters per roll. Custom roll lengths and packing details may be discussed.

The source provides the following usual loading references:

• 20GP: 100,000 meters
• 40GP: 200,000 meters

Actual loading depends on roll dimensions, packing method, fabric weight, and shipping requirements.

Pricing

Pricing is determined according to quantity and quality requirements. The existing page describes the online price as being divided into three quantity brackets, with more favorable pricing for larger quantities. Request a project-specific quotation for the selected weight, width, color, finish, packing, testing, and order quantity.

Payment Terms

The source contains two payment descriptions:

• The detailed product description states 30% T/T as advance payment and 70% upon receipt of a copy of the bill of lading.
• A separate order note states that first-time clients normally pay 30% down and 70% before shipping by T/T. Repeat clients may be considered for L/C, and other terms may be negotiated.

Because these schedules differ, confirm the final payment arrangement in the quotation or pro forma invoice before payment. Payment methods for samples should also be confirmed when arranging the sample order.

Shipping and Factory Visits

Express and sea freight are listed as available shipping methods. FabricsTrades welcomes factory visits and states that airport or station pickup can be arranged.

FabricsTrades Sourcing and Development Support

FabricsTrades is located in Wujiang District, Suzhou, within a concentrated textile manufacturing region. The company operates its own 4-way stretch fabric factory and also works as a fabric sourcing and product-development partner.

For this polyester gabardine, buyers should confirm the exact production route. FabricsTrades can coordinate with nearby weaving, dyeing, coating, finishing, testing, and garment-support resources to evaluate alternative colors, constructions, coatings, packaging, or project-specific developments when a standard version does not meet the requirement.

The existing product page states more than 10 years of experience across polyester fabric lines, including taffeta, satin, and Oxford fabrics, and reports customers in the Middle East, South America, and Europe. Available capacity, finish feasibility, testing, and documentation should be confirmed for the selected gabardine specification.

2024–2026 Fabric Regulations & Compliance Update

This product may be supplied as plain-dyed or coated polyester fabric and may be used for workwear or other consumer textile products. Compliance requirements depend on the selected coating or treatment, finished-product category, destination market, use, and date of sale.

EU REACH PFHxA Restrictions

EU-bound programs involving coated, water-resistant, stain-resistant, consumer-clothing, footwear, or other textile applications may need to review the EU REACH PFHxA Restriction.

The current product information does not establish that any version is PFAS-free or REACH compliant. If restricted-substance or PFAS requirements apply, communicate them before sampling and request the relevant finish declaration, chemical information, test method, lot-specific test report, or third-party testing support.

ESPR and Digital Product Passport

Buyers placing textile products on the EU market may also need to monitor the ESPR and Digital Product Passport framework. Depending on the finished product and applicable implementation rules, sourcing teams may need reliable product identification, fiber-composition data, process traceability, substances-of-concern information, and supporting conformity documents.

Requirements vary by market, product category, finish, production batch, and retailer program. Buyers should confirm their current legal and customer requirements before bulk production. Available test reports, certificates, declarations, technical data, and traceability records may depend on the final specification and testing request.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to finish a lab dip?

Normally, a lab dip takes 3–5 days. A plain-color approval sample normally takes 7–10 days.

Can you provide OEM service?

Yes. OEM availability depends on the buyer’s requirements, and logos can be customized on the products.

What is your production capacity?

The stated monthly production capacity is more than 3 million meters. The product page also lists daily output of up to 150,000 meters. Confirm available capacity for the selected specification and delivery period.

What is the delivery time?

Mass production normally takes 3–20 days. The final schedule depends on the order quantity, color, finish, sample approval, testing, and production allocation.

May I visit your factory?

Yes. Factory visits are welcome, and airport or station pickup can be arranged.

How is the product price determined?

The price is determined according to the quantity and quality requirements. The online unit price is divided into three quantity brackets, and larger quantities receive more favorable pricing.

How long is one yard of fabric?

One yard equals 0.9144 meter.

Are waterproof, flame-retardant, and anti-static properties standard on every version?

They should not be assumed to be standard on every version. These features are listed on the source page, but the fabric is also offered in several plain-dyed and coated configurations. Confirm the required function, treatment, test standard, and available report for the exact fabric before ordering.

Request a Quote or Sample

For an accurate quotation or sample recommendation, provide:

• Intended garment or end use
• Required composition and construction
• Target weight and width
• Color or lab-dip reference
• Plain-dyed or coated finish
• Required functional performance
• Order quantity and destination market
• Packing and shipping requirements
• Applicable test standard
• Required certificate, declaration, or technical documentation
• Target approval and bulk-delivery dates

Contact FabricsTrades to request a quotation, lab dip, approval sample, available test report, certificate, declaration, technical information, or evaluation of a custom polyester gabardine specification.