USA Importers · Sea & Air Freight from Istanbul

Wholesale Jersey Fabric for USA Importers

Combed cotton and cotton-lycra jersey, 150-220 gsm, factory-direct from Istanbul — shipped to the USA by sea or air freight, with export documentation ready for US customs entry. MOQ 50 kg.

Jersey Specifications at a Glance

In short: our combed cotton jersey ranges from 150-220 gsm across single jersey, standard jersey and lycra jersey constructions, with cotton-lycra blends up to 240 gsm. MOQ is 50 kg per color, and every export shipment includes a commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin for US customs clearance.

SpecificationValue
GSM range150-220 gsm (single/standard); 180-240 gsm (lycra)
Composition100% combed cotton; or 92/8 cotton-lycra
Width100 cm tubular (cotton); 180-185 cm (lycra)
VariantsSingle jersey, standard jersey, lycra jersey, heavy jersey
MOQ50 kg per color
CertificationsGOTS · BCI · OEKO-TEX Standard 100

Shipping, Customs & Compliance for the USA

What US importers need to know before placing a first order.

Turkey does not hold a free trade agreement with the USA, so jersey fabric shipments are subject to standard US import duty under the applicable HTS textile code — confirm the exact rate with your customs broker before ordering. Sea freight from Istanbul typically takes 3-4 weeks to major US ports; air freight arrives in 3-5 days for samples or urgent small batches. For finished t-shirts, babywear or activewear made from our jersey, note CPSC compliance for children's products, California Prop 65 restricted-substance rules, and FTC fiber-content labeling.

FactorUSA
Trade agreementNone — standard US import duty applies under HTS textile classification
Sea freight lead time3-4 weeks to major US ports
Air freight lead time3-5 days
Compliance for finished goodsCPSC (children's products), California Prop 65, FTC labeling rules
Export documentationCommercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin
Payment termsUSD invoicing, wire transfer (T/T)

Why US Importers Source Jersey from Istanbul

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Factory-direct pricing
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3-5 day air freight for samples
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OEKO-TEX/GOTS documentation
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Low 50 kg MOQ for new SKU testing

Wholesale Jersey for USA — FAQ

Does Turkey have a free trade agreement with the USA for textiles?
No. Jersey fabric shipments to the USA are subject to standard import duty under the applicable HTS textile code. Confirm the exact rate with your customs broker, as it varies by fiber blend and construction.
How long does jersey fabric take to reach the USA from Istanbul?
Sea freight typically takes 3-4 weeks to major US ports. Air freight is available for sample shipments or urgent small batches, arriving in 3-5 days.
What compliance documentation do US buyers need for jersey-based products?
Depending on the end product, US brands typically need to address CPSC compliance for children's products, California Prop 65 restricted-substance disclosure, and FTC fiber-content and country-of-origin labeling on the finished garment.
What is the minimum order quantity for US buyers?
50 kg per color, our global standard. In-stock colors ship within 2-5 business days of order confirmation; custom-dyed colors add 5-10 business days before shipment departs.
Can we pay in USD?
Yes. USD invoicing is standard for US buyers, settled by wire transfer (T/T).

Request a Jersey Fabric Sample for the USA

50 kg minimum order, factory-direct pricing, sea or air freight to any US port. Tell us your GSM and color requirements — we'll send a quote within one business day.