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Polyester

  • Foldable
  • Compact
  • Practical

Material

Polyester is a synthetic textile that has become one of the most widely used materials in the world.

It is often blended with other fibres to combine strengths, but is also a strong performer on its own. Polyester for bags can be made from virgin raw material or recycled sources such as PET bottles, giving it both flexibility and sustainability potential.

Production and Processing

The process begins by melting polyester flakes into a liquid mass. This is then extruded through fine nozzles to create continuous fibres. Once dried, the fibres are spun into threads and woven into fabric. The result can be engineered in different thicknesses and finishes, making polyester suitable for a wide range of bag designs – from lightweight pocket bags to sturdier everyday carriers.

Performance in Practice

Polyester is durable, elastic and resistant to wrinkling. The thin, flexible fabric folds easily, which makes it especially popular for what are known as pocket bags that take up minimal space.

The material is also strong when it comes to printability, with the ability to feature detailed designs and logos clearly. Depending on weight and weave, polyester can be adapted to balance softness, strength and visual impact.

The Business Perspective

From a business standpoint, polyester offers high versatility and branding opportunities.

It is cost-efficient in larger volumes, easy to transport due to its foldability, and available in both virgin and recycled qualities. With recycled polyester, companies can communicate a clear sustainability commitment while maintaining strength and performance.

Polyester

Polyester summary

Unit Price
Low Moderate High
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)
Low Medium High
Printing Options
Basic Enhanced Advanced
Durability
Good Strong Very strong
Carbon Foot Print
Low Moderate High
Quantity Per Container
Low Moderate High

Your choice

MOQ – MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY:

MOQ varies depending on the printing method. We guide you through the options to find the most suitable solution for your order.

Popular size:

Pocket bag 45 x 62 x 16 cm - 190 T.

Quantity for full container:

Calculation example for 45 x 62 x 16 cm bag: 20 ft. container ≈ 154,000 pcs. Please consult us for quantities for other sizes.

Quality:

Polyester is measured in ‘T’. T stands for the density of the fabric’s weave, calculated as the total number of warp (vertical) and weft (horizontal) threads in one square inch. A fabric labelled 210T has 210 threads in total per square inch.

Print:

The most common options are heat transfer, digital printing and sometimes silkscreen. Digital printing produces high quality but is costly, while heat transfer is better for larger volumes. To ensure good results, designs should be kept simple – with a maximum of six colours and without overly detailed elements such as photographic images. Choosing the right method depends on the design, quantity and overall purpose of the bag.

Add-ons:

Hangtags, Custom care/washing label, Woven brand label or printed label. Elastic strap for closure, Inside pocket.

Production time:

Lead times vary depending on quantity, materials, printing, add-ons and season. Production begins once the pre-production sample has been approved, usually taking 2–3 weeks to prepare. Since each project is unique, timelines are always confirmed case by case.

Other Materials

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Cotton
Non woven
PP woven
R-pet woven
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