Ranked by data · 2026

Best cardigan manufacturers (2026)

By SupplySpark data desk · Updated 11 Sept 2026 · 536 suppliers considered

Cardigans are produced across established knitwear hubs worldwide, with notable clusters in Istanbul, Tirupur, Dhaka and China’s Jiaxing and Hangzhou. This list profiles 15 verified cardigan manufacturers from SupplySpark’s directory (536 suppliers; 79% with independent evidence). Use the entries to shortlist by location, MOQ and certifications (common: amfori BSCI, Sedex, ISO 9001, GOTS, GRS, OEKO-TEX). Typical buyer considerations include lead time, minimum order quantities (many suppliers publish MOQs under 300 units) and whether the factory supports OEM/ODM and sampling.

How we ranked. Entries are ordered by SupplySpark’s internal score, combining profile completeness, independent evidence (business registry, customs records, reviewed documents) and observable trade activity. Placement cannot be bought. Confirm MOQs, lead times and certifications directly with each factory before contracting.

1
Hangzhou Xiaoran Import And Export Co., Ltd.
Hangzhou, ChinaMOQ 300Lead 56–75 dEst. 200074 corporate / 260 apparel production employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
Hangzhou Xiaoran is a Hangzhou/Xiaoshan manufacturer and trader founded in 2000 making casualwear, outerwear and knitwear including woolen vests. It reports 74 corporate and 260 apparel-production staff, publishes a 300-unit MOQ, 56–75 day lead time and BSCI, Sedex, WRAP and OEKO-TEX certifications (business registry, customs records, third‑party audited).
amfori BSCISedex (SMETA)WRAPOEKO-TEX
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2
Zhejiang Trimax International Group
Huzhou, ChinaMOQ 50Est. 20041–500 employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
Zhejiang Trimax, founded 2004 in Huzhou, supplies women’s knitwear, sweaters and related fabrics. It lists a 50-unit MOQ, offers OEM/ODM/private-label services and certifications including Masters of Flax Fibre, Bureau Veritas, WRAP and Lenzing EcoVero, with business registry, customs and third‑party evidence.
Masters of FLAX FIBREBureau VeritasWRAPLenzing EcoVero
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3
Guangzhou Junma Apparel Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou, ChinaMOQ 1Lead 15–45 dEst. 2004200+ employees Verified · Customs records · third-party-audited
Guangzhou Junma (JM Sweater) is a direct knitwear manufacturer founded in 2004 producing fine‑gauge sweaters and cardigans. The 3,000 m² facility and STOLL knitting capacity support private‑label and OEM services; it publishes a 1‑unit MOQ, 15–45 day lead time and GRS, BSCI, ISO 9001 and OEKO‑TEX certifications (customs records, third‑party audited).
GRSamfori BSCIWRAPISO 9001OEKO-TEXSedex (SMETA)
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4
Yarns & Colors Co., Ltd.
Suzhou, ChinaMOQ 5Lead 15–40 dEst. 1990501–1000 employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
Yarns & Colors, established 1990 in Suzhou, is a vertically integrated yarn and knitwear maker offering WHOLEGARMENT and fine‑gauge cardigans. It lists a 5‑unit MOQ, 15–40 day lead time, ISO 9001, GRS, GOTS and OCS certifications and maintains business registry, customs and third‑party evidence.
ISO 9001SGSGRSOCSGOTSRWS
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5
GOKILAA GAARMENTS
Tirupur, IndiaMOQ 350Lead 2–2 dEst. 1997201–500 employees Verified · Customs records · Manual review
Gokilaa Gaarments is a Tirupur‑based manufacturer founded in 1997 producing knitted apparel including cardigans and jumpers. The firm reports 201–500 employees, a 350‑unit MOQ, unusually short 2‑day lead time for sampling/turns, ISO 9001, OEKO‑TEX, Sedex and SA8000 certifications, with customs records and manual review evidence.
ISO 9001Bureau VeritasOEKO-TEX Standard 100Sedex (SMETA)SA8000amfori BSCI
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6
Jiaxing Qijia Imp&Exp Co., Ltd.
Jiaxing, ChinaMOQ 200Lead 14–90 dEst. 2010200+ employees Verified · Customs records · third-party-audited
Jiaxing Qijia (est. 2010) operates a Jiaxing trading office and a 21,000 m² Anhui factory producing sweaters and cardigans. It lists a 200‑unit MOQ, 14–90 day lead time, BSCI, OEKO‑TEX and Sedex audits, and is supported by customs records and third‑party evidence.
amfori BSCIOEKO-TEX Standard 100WRAPSedexOEKO-TEXSGS
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7
The Brinell Clothing Inc
New Delhi, IndiaMOQ 1,000Est. 198311-50 employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
The Brinell Clothing Inc is a New Delhi manufacturer and trader with roots in Vancouver, founded 1983, offering men’s apparel production. It lists a 1,000‑unit MOQ, WRAP, Sedex, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and is supported by business registry, customs records and third‑party auditing evidence.
WRAPSEDEXISO 9001ISO 14001OHSAS 18001
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8
PT Asia Garment Internasional
Denpasar, IndonesiaMOQ 60Lead 14–90 dEst. 2000 Verified · Customs records · third-party-audited
PT Asia Garment Internasional, Bali‑based since 2000, produces resortwear including women’s casual cardigans and custom garments. It lists a 60‑unit MOQ, 14–90 day lead time, ISO 90001 certification and has customs records and third‑party audited evidence.
ISO 90001
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9
Shanghai Jiaxin Silk Import and Export Co., Ltd.
Shanghai, ChinaMOQ 200Lead 45–90 dEst. 199311–50 office; 4000+ production network employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
Shanghai Jiaxin Silk (est. 1993) is a Shanghai trading office for Zhejiang Jiaxin’s silk and apparel network, offering middle‑ and high‑end fashion and knit items. It reports a 200‑unit MOQ, 45–90 day lead time and multiple audits including BSCI, Sedex and WRAP (business registry, customs records, third‑party audited).
amfori BSCISedex (SMETA)WRAPBetter WorkWCASLCP
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10
Nantong D&J Fashion Co., Ltd.
Nantong, ChinaMOQ 100Lead 14–28 dEst. 20131,000+ employees Verified · Customs records · third-party-audited
Nantong D&J Fashion (founded 2013) is a Nantong women’s fashion manufacturer and trader making cardigans and knitwear. It lists a 100‑unit MOQ, 14–28 day lead time, ISO 9001, BSCI, GRS and Sedex certifications and is documented by customs records and third‑party audits.
ISO 9001amfori BSCIGRSSedex (SMETA)TÜV Rheinland
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Zhejiang NewWay Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd.
Jiaxing, ChinaMOQ 100Lead 30–30 dEst. 1994120+ employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
Zhejiang NewWay, founded 1994 in Jiaxing, provides OEM/ODM full‑package production for sweaters and cardigans. It lists a 100‑unit MOQ, 30‑day lead time and certifications including BSCI, TÜV Rheinland and GRS, with business registry and customs evidence and third‑party auditing.
amfori BSCITÜV RheinlandGRSIntertek
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12
WFS Cashmere Industry Co., Ltd.
Jinan, ChinaMOQ 1Lead 10–90 dEst. 201419–200+ employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
WFS Cashmere Industry is a Jinan‑based cashmere and natural‑fiber knitwear manufacturer (est. 2014) producing cashmere cardigans and accessories. It lists a 1‑unit MOQ, 10–90 day lead time and certifications including GOTS, OEKO‑TEX, BSCI and Sedex, with business registry and customs records as evidence.
amfori BSCISedex (SMETA)WRAPOEKO-TEX Standard 100GOTSISO 9001
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13
Zhejiang Brloote Garments Stock Co., Ltd.
Shaoxing, ChinaMOQ 2Lead 5–45 dEst. 2012160+ employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · on-site
Zhejiang Brloote, founded 2012 in Shaoxing and listed on China’s NEEQ, produces knit and woven apparel including women’s knit dresses and related garments. It lists a 2‑unit MOQ, 5–45 day lead time, ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications and is supported by business registry, customs records and on‑site evidence.
ISO 9001ISO 14001ISO 45001
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Hangzhou Shine Industry Co., Ltd.
Hangzhou, ChinaMOQ 10Lead 30–365 dEst. 200851–200 employees Verified · Business registry · Customs records · third-party-audited
Hangzhou Shine Industry (est. 2008) makes fast‑fashion knitwear and cardigans alongside bags and accessories. It lists a 10‑unit MOQ, 30–365 day lead time range, BSCI and Sedex audits, and is documented by business registry, customs records and third‑party auditing.
amfori BSCISedex
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D&J Garment (Ganzhou) Co., Ltd.
Ganzhou, ChinaMOQ 100Lead 14–28 dEst. 202390+ employees Verified · Customs records · third-party-audited
D&J Garment (Ganzhou), founded 2023, is a Jiangxi subsidiary producing women’s fashion and cardigans with a reported 13,000+ sqm leased factory. It lists a 100‑unit MOQ, 14–28 day lead time, BSCI, GRS, Sedex and ISO 9001 certifications and is supported by customs records and third‑party evidence.
amfori BSCIGRSSedex (SMETA)ISO 9001
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Frequently asked questions

What typical MOQs should I expect when sourcing cardigans worldwide?

MOQs vary widely. Among suppliers that publish MOQs, many list 50 units or fewer (141 suppliers), while others publish 51–200 (55), 201–500 (45), 501–1,000 (16) and over 1,000 (10). Confirm with each factory directly.

Which certifications are common among cardigan manufacturers?

Common certifications across the directory include amfori BSCI (127 suppliers), Sedex/SMETA (120), ISO 9001 (118), GOTS (113), GRS (92) and OEKO‑TEX Standard 100 (68). Use certifications to screen for social and material standards, then verify certificates with the factory.

What lead times are typical for cardigans?

Lead times reported by manufacturers in this list range from very short (2 days for specific turns) to several months; many factories publish lead times between 14–90 days. Lead time depends on order size, materials and whether production is custom or in existing stock.

Method: entries are the top-scoring published profiles for this category and country in SupplySpark's database when the list was last updated; ranking cannot be bought. Facts come from each supplier's public profile and evidence on file; confirm MOQs, lead times and certifications directly with the factory before ordering.