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Flat (Zero Twist) Yarn

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Short Description

Flat yarn, also called zero twist yarn, is a filament yarn produced with little to no twist inserted during winding, so the individual filaments stay parallel rather than spiraling around each other. This construction keeps the yarn surface flat and even, which is why the flat or zero-twist label is used across the yarn trade.

Introduction

Because the filaments run parallel instead of twisting together, flat yarn reflects light more evenly along its length, giving fabrics a brighter, more uniform luster than twisted yarns of the same denier. The absence of twist also removes the torque that twisted yarn stores internally, so fabric knitted or woven from flat yarn is less prone to spirality and skewing after washing. This makes flat yarn a common base material for warp knitting, high-speed circular knitting, and embroidery threads where a smooth, low-torque feed matters for both machine performance and finished fabric appearance.

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  • Wide Variety

    Wide Variety

    Design & Manufacturing. In stock or customizable.

  • Sample and Catalog

    Sample & Catalog

    OEM/ODM available.

  • Production and Delivery

    Production & Delivery

    Flexible production and delivery policies

  • Business Experience

    Business

    Over 19 years of experience in eco-friendly textile products

Specification

ItemTypical Range
Denier50D - 300D
Twist Level0 - 30 TPM (near zero twist)
Filament TypePolyester (PET) or Nylon multifilament
LusterBright, semi-dull, or dull
Cross SectionRound or trilobal
PackagingDyeing tube or paper cone, customizable

Exact specifications are adjusted per order, since denier, filament count, and packaging are set according to the downstream knitting or weaving process the yarn will feed into.

Applications

  • Warp knitting: feeds evenly with minimal torque, reducing bowing and skew in tricot and raschel fabrics.
  • High-speed circular knitting: low twist keeps tension stable at high machine speeds.
  • Embroidery and decorative threads: flat filament structure gives a brighter sheen for logo and lettering work.
  • Lining and lightweight apparel fabrics: smooth hand feel with less fabric distortion after washing.
  • Ribbon and narrow fabric weaving: consistent luster along the full length of the ribbon.

Advantages

  • Reduced fabric spirality: with little stored torque, knitted tubes and panels stay squarer after relaxation and washing.
  • Even luster: parallel filaments reflect light more consistently than twisted yarn, giving a brighter, more uniform fabric surface.
  • Smooth, soft hand feel: absence of twist reduces surface friction against skin.
  • Stable high-speed running: even tension profile suits modern high-speed knitting equipment.

Payment & Shipping

Payment is typically arranged by T/T (bank transfer) or L/C, with a deposit paid before production and the balance settled before shipment. Sample orders can normally be paid in full up front.

Standard lead time is around 15-30 days after order confirmation, depending on order quantity and dyeing requirements. Goods are usually shipped from a Chinese seaport by sea freight for bulk orders, with air freight or courier available for samples and urgent small orders. Export packing uses moisture-proof cartons or pallets suited to long-distance shipping.

  • Q: What does zero twist actually mean for a yarn?
  • A: It means little to no twist is inserted while winding the filament bundle, so the individual filaments run parallel instead of spiraling around each other.
  • Q: Will flat yarn fabric still curl at the edges?
  • A: Edge curl in knitted fabric mainly comes from stitch structure rather than yarn twist, but using a zero twist yarn reduces the torque-related spirality that often makes curling worse.
  • Q: Can this yarn be dyed to custom colors?
  • A: Yes, it can be supplied as raw white for downstream dyeing or dyed to a specific color match before shipment, depending on order quantity.
  • Q: What is the minimum order quantity?
  • A: This depends on denier and color; please contact our sales team with your target specification for a precise minimum order quantity and lead time.
About
GC FIBER
GC FIBER has been a special textile factory in China since 2006 years. We are devoted to researching, developing, producing, and selling special and functional eco-friendly textile products.
Our products include Biodegradable Yarn, Low Melting Yarn, ECDP Yarn, Anti Static Yarn, HDPE Yarn, Bio-component Yarn, and Polyester Filament Yarn.
We are always interested in cooperating with our guests to develop new material.

WHY WE ARE SO TRUSTED

We have got a high reputation in both domestic and overseas markets.

Professional

We will communicate with customers professionally, listen to their opinions and give useful suggestions, and spend time and energy to solve every problem, no matter all the problems you encounter.

Quality

We have strict quality control requirements and the advanced testing equipment in the industry. Every process has professionals to conduct inspections to ensure product quality.

Cost

We have a number of production lines, a number of production machines, comprehensively improve product quality and production efficiency.

Design and R&D

We devote to research, development, production and sales of special and functional eco-friendly textile product.

Diversity

Our product includes PBS biodegradable product, recycled easy dyeing cationic yarn, PLA yarn, Low melting yarn, Anti-Static yarn ,PBS fiber, PLA fiber, FR nylon fiber etc.

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The company has sufficient production capacity and high control over raw material prices, quality and stable supply, which can meet the needs of customers with different procurement volumes.

Service

We insist on timely and fast service, the implementation of all-weather tracking service, adequate spare parts inventory, so that our customers have no worries.

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We are near Ningbo Port and Shanghai Port, and are very convenient and quick to transport cargo to other national capitals.

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GC FIBER has unique sales, research and development, design, production departments and expertise to provide customers and stakeholders in various industries with specialty, functional and environmentally friendly textiles.

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