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HDPE yarn for textiles

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Introduction

HDPE yarn for textiles is the way many fabric makers now add real cooling comfort to summer products. GC FIBER makes it from high-density polyethylene, a linear polymer with strong chemical resistance and a very light weight, then processes it into low-shrinkage filament yarn with stable physical properties.

We supply two forms. PE Flat FDY has a flat cross-section and gives a smooth, cool hand. PE Texture DTY is a textured bi-component yarn (PE/PP or PE/Nylon) with a profiled cross-section, which adds a little more bulk and surface character while keeping the cool touch.

The yarn suits knitting and weaving mills, apparel and home textile brands, and sourcing teams looking for a functional filament without a chemical finish. We run custom denier, filament count, cross-section and color work, and we are open to joint development of new materials.

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Services

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.

  • 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

ItemPE Flat FDY YarnPE Texture DTY Yarn
MaterialHDPE filamentBi-component textured filament (PE/PP or PE/Nylon)
ProcessFully drawn yarn (FDY)Draw textured yarn (DTY)
Denier50D, 75D, 100D, 200D, 300D, 400D30D, 40D, 50D, 75D
Cross-sectionFlat filamentSpecial profiled cross-section
TouchNatural cool touchNatural cool touch
Key propertiesGood tenacity and elongation, low shrinkageGood tenacity and elongation, low shrinkage
ColorCustom, agreed before productionCustom, agreed before production
CustomizationDenier, filament count, color, packageDenier, filament count, cross-section, polymer pairing
Origin and portHaian, Nantong, China; Shanghai seaportHaian, Nantong, China; Shanghai seaport

Application

Textile buyers pick this yarn because it solves a comfort problem that is hard to fix with finishing alone. Common uses are:

  • Summer apparel: shirts, dresses, linings and base layers where cool contact is the goal.

  • Sportswear and activewear: knit fabrics that stay stable in shape during movement, thanks to balanced tenacity and elongation.

  • Bedding and home textiles: sheets, pillow covers, quilts and cooling blankets.

  • Blended knit and woven fabrics: mixed with cotton, polyester, nylon or spandex to add coolness to the blend.

  • Gloves: knitted work and protective gloves, where the low-shrinkage, chemical-resistant yarn is a good fit.

Low shrinkage helps finished goods keep their size after repeated washing, and the light weight allows thinner, airier fabrics.

Advantages

  • Cool-to-skin feel: comes from the structure of the polymer and filament, not from an additive that fades with washing.

  • Low shrinkage: dimensional stability that helps garments and bedding hold their shape.

  • Lightweight and durable: a high strength-to-weight ratio supports light fabrics that still wear well.

  • Two yarn forms: FDY for smooth cloth, DTY for bulk and texture, so one supplier covers both knit and woven needs.

  • Made to your specification: custom denier, filament count, cross-section and polymer pairing, from small trial lots to larger volumes.

Choosing between FDY and DTY

QuestionPE Flat FDYPE Texture DTY
SurfaceSmooth, flat handTextured, more bulk
Typical denier50D to 400D30D to 75D
Best fitWoven cloth, smooth knits, home textilesApparel knits, sportswear, soft-hand fabrics
StructureSingle polymer HDPEBi-component PE/PP or PE/Nylon

Payment and Shipping

Payment terms

  • T/T (bank transfer) is our standard method; L/C at sight is accepted for qualified orders.

  • Deposit and balance terms are written into the quotation, so there are no surprises at shipment.

  • Sample orders can be settled by bank transfer or other methods we agree on with you.

Shipping and lead time

  • Goods ship from our factory base in Haian, Nantong, Jiangsu, with Shanghai seaport as the usual port of loading.

  • Sea freight for production quantities, express (DHL, FedEx, UPS) or air freight for samples and urgent lots.

  • Trade terms such as EXW, FOB Shanghai and CIF can be quoted according to your forwarder setup.

  • Mixed-denier orders and combined FDY and DTY shipments can be arranged in one container to reduce freight cost.

  • Export packing is done in cartons on pallets, with labels showing denier, lot number and net weight.

We export to the United States, Germany, Japan, Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Australia, Canada and many other countries. Inquiries are answered within 12 working hours.

  • Q: Why does HDPE yarn feel cool?

  • A: Polyethylene conducts heat away from the skin quickly, and the filament shape increases contact area. The effect is built into the fibre, so it does not rely on a finishing chemical.

  • Q: Can HDPE textile yarn be dyed?

  • A: Polyethylene is much harder to dye than polyester or nylon. Color is normally added at the spinning stage, and we agree the shade with you before production. Tell us your Pantone or sample and we will confirm feasibility.

  • Q: What is the difference between PE FDY and PE DTY?

  • A: FDY is a smooth, fully drawn flat filament. DTY is textured, which gives more bulk and surface character. FDY is common for woven and smooth knits; DTY is common for soft-hand knit apparel.

  • Q: Is the yarn suitable for knitting?

  • A: Yes. The DTY range from 30D to 75D is typically used for knit apparel, and FDY can be used in knit structures where a smooth hand is wanted. Share your machine gauge and we will suggest a denier.

  • Q: Will fabrics shrink after washing?

  • A: The yarn is made for low shrinkage. Final shrinkage still depends on fabric construction and finishing, so we recommend testing it in your own process.

  • Q: Can you develop a custom yarn for my product?

  • A: Yes. We offer OEM and custom yarn: denier, filament count, cross-section, polymer pairing and functional properties, made by order from your technical requirements.

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.

Capacity

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.

Shipment

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

Diversified Professional Team

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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