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What is the main material of sweatshirt fabric?
Pique fabric (also known as French terry or loopback knit) is composed of three main fiber groups:
Sportswear fabric (also known as French terry or loopback knit) is composed of three main fiber groups:
Cotton-rich
100% combed cotton—classic, breathable, and skin-friendly
Cotton/polyester (80/20, 65/35)—enhances wrinkle resistance and colorfastness while maintaining good moisture absorption.
Cotton/Spandex 95/5—provides stretch for slim-fit hoodies or yoga leggings
Functional Synthetic Fiber
Pure polyester or nylon—quick-drying and durable, but may retain odors.
Polypropylene—extremely lightweight with excellent moisture-wicking properties, used for thermal base-layer activewear.
Recycled PET—offers the same hand feel as virgin polyester and a lower carbon footprint.
Luxury/Eco-friendly Fiber
Merino wool—naturally odor-resistant and temperature-regulating
Tencel™ Lyocell—Soft, Antibacterial, and Produced via a Closed-Loop Eco-Friendly Process
Bamboo pulp fiber—smooth to the touch, biodegradable, often blended with cotton in a 70/30 ratio.
In short, everyday sportswear is typically made from cotton (or a cotton–polyester blend), while high-performance or sustainable versions incorporate spandex, merino wool, TENCEL, or recycled synthetic fibers to strike a balance among stretch, quick-drying properties, and environmental impact.
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