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How to Read GSM, Width & Construction Specs
A field-by-field reading of the Key attributes table: Material, Weight (gsm), Width, Technics, Pattern, Supply Type, MOQ and Price.
The table on every product page
Each product carries a Key attributes table with Model, Material, Weight (gsm), Width, Technics, Pattern, Key Features, Recommended Use, MOQ, Price, Category, Supply Type and Style, where the source listing supplies them. It is synchronised from the Alibaba Seller Center record, so it is the same data our sales team quotes against.
What each field means
- GSM defined and why it is not a quality score
- Usable width vs loom width, and why selvedge matters
- Composition notation and common blend abbreviations
- Technics: woven, knitted, warp-knitted, embroidered
- Pattern and finish fields: plain dyed, printed, foil, flocked
- Key Features vocabulary (breathable, anti-pill, tear-resistant …)
- Recommended Use as a starting point, not a guarantee
- MOQ, Price and Supply Type fields in the same table
- Converting yard and meter pricing for comparison
- A spec-capture template for your tech pack
GSM is not a quality score
A 25 gsm glitter tulle and a 370 gsm denim are both correct products — for completely different uses. Compare GSM only between fabrics intended for the same end use.
Capture it in your tech pack
Copy the fields verbatim into your tech pack and add the approved sample reference. That single step removes most specification disputes later.
Real styles to start from
Six live listings from the catalogue, each with its own Key attributes table, FOB range and MOQ.
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Related questions from buyers
Do you accept OEM / ODM orders?
Yes — custom colour, print, embroidery and packaging can be discussed. OEM/ODM work normally carries a higher MOQ than in-stock items because the material is produced to order.
What payment terms do you offer?
Payment terms are agreed per order and confirmed in the proforma invoice. For first orders we will walk you through the available options before any deposit is requested.
What is the lead time for made-to-order fabric?
Production is made-to-order for 1,286 of our 2,147 listings, with 381 marked as in-stock items, so the making time depends on the construction, dye lot and quantity. Confirm the current schedule with our sales team before you book your cutting date. Once ready, our published shipping details give a 1–3 day handling window and a 7–25 day international transit window.