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French Terry Fabric Wholesale: Specifications & Minimum Orders

July 2026 Zeytinburnu, Istanbul
French Terry Fabric Wholesale: Specifications & Minimum Orders

French terry fabric wholesale from Turkey is available in 240–300 GSM, with a smooth outer face and looped inner surface. It is the standard construction for sweatshirts, hoodies, and athleisure lines. Turkish suppliers offer combed cotton and cotton-lycra variants from a 50 kg minimum order, with 2–5 business day lead times from Istanbul.

What are French terry’s technical specifications?

  • Construction: looped back (terry loops on inside), smooth face outside
  • GSM: 240–300 GSM standard; heavy versions up to 340 GSM
  • Fiber: 100% combed cotton; or 95% cotton / 5% lycra for added stretch
  • Width: 160–180 cm
  • Applications: sweatshirts, hoodies, joggers, casual jackets, athleisure

What is the difference between French terry and fleece?

PropertyFrench TerryFleece (Polar)
Inner surfaceTerry loopsBrushed pile
Weight range240–340 GSM200–400 GSM
BreathabilityHigherLower
Moisture absorptionGood (cotton base)Low (polyester base)
Typical useSweatshirts, casualOuterwear, warmth layers

How does the ordering process work?

  1. Specify GSM and fiber composition (cotton or cotton-lycra)
  2. Provide color code (Pantone or RAL) or physical swatch
  3. MOQ: 50 kg per color — approximately 80–110 meters depending on GSM
  4. Sample cut available on request before bulk order
  5. Delivery within 2–5 business days (Turkey); export shipments by agreement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between french terry and fleece?
French terry has looped inner loops and a cotton base with higher breathability, while fleece (polar) has a brushed pile and a polyester base better suited to warmth and outerwear.

Can I get french terry with lycra for extra stretch?
Yes — a 95% cotton / 5% lycra french terry blend is available for garments that need added stretch and shape recovery, such as fitted sweatshirts and joggers.

How many meters is 50 kg of french terry fabric?
Roughly 80–110 meters, depending on the exact GSM and fabric width (typically 160–180 cm) — heavier GSM yields fewer meters per kg.

Wholesale fabric from Altunkaya Tekstil — min. 50 kg, 2–5 day delivery, GOTS/BCI/OEKO-TEX certified. WhatsApp: +90 536 304 67 29

Sales & Export Manager · Altunkaya Tekstil

Responsible for sales and export at Altunkaya Tekstil. He handles wholesale supply of fleece, sherpa/plush, welsoft, jersey and three-thread fabrics from the store in Zeytinburnu, Istanbul. The weights, widths and care figures in this article are measured values from fabrics produced to our own specifications.

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