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Category: Denim FabricHS Code: 520942Origin: India

Stretch Denim Fabric

Wholesale Stretch Denim Fabric Supplier Network: Direct Indian Mill Sourcing

Procure premium 8oz to 12oz cotton-spandex stretch denim fabric (HS Code 520942) directly from verified export-oriented Indian composite mills with guaranteed quality compliance and competitive FOB/CIF rates.

India stands as a global powerhouse in denim production, offering buyers access to vertically integrated mills producing advanced elastane-blended denim weaves. Under HS Code 520942 (cotton denim containing added elastomeric yarn, weighing more than 200 g/m2), our verified network supplies competitive, high-recovery stretch fabrics aligned with global retail standards. Sourcing partners support flexible international trade arrangements including FOB, CIF, and CFR terms to major ports worldwide.

Harmonized
HS 520942
Compliance
OEKO-TEX / GOTS
Typical MOQ
1x 20ft FCL
Lab Samples
Cones / Swatches
Direct Factory Sourcing Protocol

Submit your required specifications on the right to receive tailored commercial quotations and Uster test certificates directly from vetted Indian textile mills.

Live Mill Sourcing Desk
Direct Factory Match

Request Pricing & Specifications

Direct quotes from verified Indian spinning & weaving mills for Denim Fabric - Stretch Denim Fabric.

Verified Indian Mills Uster / Lab Test COA Zero Middleman Markup
Analytical Parameters

Technical Specifications & Quality Benchmarks

Analytical ParameterStandard Commercial Specification / Range
HS Code
520942 (Denim containing >= 85% cotton by weight, woven with spandex/elastane, > 200 g/m2)
Fabric Weight
8.0 oz/sq yd to 12.0 oz/sq yd (approx. 270 GSM to 405 GSM)
Fiber Composition
98% Cotton / 2% Spandex (Elastane), 97% Cotton / 3% Spandex, or Cotton-Poly-Spandex Blends
Weave Construction
3/1 Right Hand Twill (RHT), 3/1 Left Hand Twill (LHT), Satin Weave, Dobby Stretch
Yarn Count (Warp x Weft)
Warp: 10s to 16s (Ring Spun / Open End) x Weft: 10s to 16s + 40D/70D Spandex core-spun
Stretch & Recovery Parameters
Stretchability: 20% to 35% | Growth/Residual Elongation: < 4% (ASTM D3107)
Cuttable Width
54 inches to 62 inches (137 cm to 157 cm)
Dyeing Method & Shade
Rope Dyeing / Slasher Dyeing (Pure Indigo, Indigo-Black, Sulfur Black, Tinted)
Color Fastness & Shrinkage
Washing Fastness: Grade 4-5 | Warp Shrinkage: < 3%, Weft Shrinkage: < 5% (Post-Sanforization)
* Values represent export standards. Mill-specific Uster test reports available upon request.Custom parameters accommodated upon technical RFQ
Industry Applications

Commercial End Uses for Stretch Denim Fabric

01

Commercial Apparel Manufacturing: Slim-fit jeans, comfort-fit trousers, and high-recovery skinny jeans for men, women, and children.

02

Fashion Outerwear & Tops: Stretch denim jackets, structured overshirts, utility vests, and tailored stretch skirts.

03

Workwear & Uniforms: Durable, flexible utility pants and industrial work garments requiring comfort and structural longevity.

04

Wholesale Fabric Distribution: Mill-run roll stock for regional textile distributors, garment convertors, and apparel buying houses.

Seaworthy Export Logistics

Export Packaging, Payload & Minimum Order Quantities

Export-grade double poly-wrapped rolls (inner HDPE, outer poly woven tube) on strong cardboard tubes, protected with edge guards; batch labeling with barcode, lot number, roll length, and shade sorting; containerized in 20ft (approx. 25,000-30,000 meters) or 40ft HQ FCL (approx. 55,000-65,000 meters).

Standard Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ):3,000 meters per shade/construction for standard running specs; 5,000 meters for custom yarn-dyed or specialty cast developments.

Certifications Supported For Stretch Denim Fabric

OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (Product Class I/II)
Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) for organic cotton blends
Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) tracing
Global Recycled Standard (GRS) for recycled cotton/poly-spandex blends
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) compliance
Procurement Workflow

Sourcing Process for Stretch Denim Fabric

Step 01

Submit Detailed RFQ

Specify your required weight (8-12oz), composition, stretch percentage, target width, finish, and volume requirements via our sourcing platform.

Step 02

Supplier Matching & Commercial Quotations

Receive itemized FOB/CIF quotations and technical datasheets from vetted, export-certified Indian denim mills matched to your parameters.

Step 03

Lab Dip & Sampling Approval

Evaluate courier-dispatched sample yardage, hand feel swatches, wash blankets, and third-party stretch-and-recovery test reports.

Step 04

Production, QA Inspection & Export Dispatch

Lock commercial contracts with structured payment terms (L/C, T/T), monitor production checkpoints, arrange pre-shipment inspection (SGS/Intertek), and dispatch via Indian ports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Commercial Sourcing FAQs: Stretch Denim Fabric

Stretch denim fabric with a cotton content of 85% or more blended with elastane weighing over 200 g/m2 (8oz+) is classified under HS Code 520942. Accurate HS Code classification ensures exact customs duty assessment, preferential tariff verification under bilateral trade agreements, and seamless import clearance.

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