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Polyester Grey Fabric – Durable, Colorfast, Bulk Supply

100% Polyester Grey Fabric: Insider Notes, Real Specs, and What Buyers Should Watch

If you’re evaluating polyester grey fabric this season, here’s the short version: poplin constructions around 100 gsm are quietly winning in uniforms, pocketing, and linings because they’re consistent, affordable, and (frankly) less fussy in production. In fact, many buyers tell me they switched from poly-cotton simply to avoid shrinkage and unexpected color variance down the line.

From Hebei’s weaving corridor—specifically Zhaoyuan road, Zhao county, Shijiazhuang City—comes a workhorse: 100% Polyester Grey Fabric, 45s, 110×76, 63" width, ~100 gsm. On paper it’s simple; in real-world lines it’s dependable. I guess that combination is why mills keep running it around the clock.

Product snapshot (technical but practical)

Item	100% Polyester Grey Fabric (Poplin)
Composition	100% Polyester (spun 45s)
Construction	110 × 76, plain weave poplin
Width	63" (can slit to ≈57/58")
Weight	100 gsm ±5%
Finish (state)	Grey/greige, for downstream dyeing/printing
Typical Uses	Pocketing, lining, shirting, uniforms

Where it shines: if you need stable yardage for large-batch cutting and predictable shrinkage control, polyester grey fabric is a low-risk bet. However, if breathability is the top priority in hot climates, consider blends or mechanical finishes to improve hand-feel and air permeability.

From chips to cloth: process flow (how it’s really made)

Materials: 100% PET fiber spun to 45s yarn (ring-spun or high-quality OE, depending on lot).
Weaving: plain weave poplin at 110×76 picks; loom widths sized for 63".
Pre-treatment: light singeing (optional), desizing/scour if required by downstream dyers; some mills heat-set for dimensional stability.
QA testing: weight, width, ends/picks count, tensile/tear, and pilling benchmarks before shipment.

Testing standards and real-world data

Factory QA average, representative only (real-world use may vary):

Tensile strength (ASTM D5034): warp ≈ 420 N, weft ≈ 280 N
Tear strength (ASTM D1424): warp ≈ 12 N, weft ≈ 10 N
Pilling resistance (ISO 12945-2, 7,200 rubs): Grade 4–5
Dimensional change after wash (AATCC 135): within ±1.5%
Colorfastness to washing after dyeing (ISO 105-C06): typically Grade 4

Service life: uniforms 18–36 months; pocketing/lining 2–4 years under normal rotation. To be honest, high-temperature drying shortens life more than people think.

Customization, compliance, and add-on finishes

Available tweaks: width (57/58" to 63"), weight 90–120 gsm, anti-static, easy-care, W/R, and FR finishes (e.g., EN ISO 14116 Index 1 on request). Certifications typically offered on batch basis: Oeko‑Tex Standard 100, ISO 9001, and REACH conformity—ask for the current certificate date and lot linkage. It seems that responsive vendors will share full CoAs without drama.

Vendor landscape (quick comparison)

Vendor	MOQ	Lead time	Certs (typ.)	Notes
Jiexiang Textile (Hebei)	≈3,000–5,000 m	12–18 days after deposit	Oeko‑Tex, ISO 9001, REACH	Stable weight control; competitive on poplin.
Shaoxing Trading House	≈5,000 m	15–25 days	Oeko‑Tex	Broad sourcing; check lot-to-lot consistency.
South Asia Mill (OEM)	≥10,000 m	20–30 days	ISO 9001	Good price on large lots; limited small-batch flexibility.

Where it’s used (and what buyers say)

School and corporate uniforms: crisp drape, low shrinkage, budget-friendly.
Pocketing and bagging cloth: consistent hand and easy cutting.
Shirting bases for piece dye: even surface for solid color lines.

Customer feedback, paraphrased: “Fewer surprises in dye house,” “pocket fabric holds up in industrial laundry,” and, surprisingly, “less needle breakage than our previous blend.” Not every lot is identical—who’d expect that—but with polyester grey fabric the variance tends to be manageable.

Bottom line

For high-volume, cost-sensitive programs, polyester grey fabric in 100 gsm poplin hits the sweet spot: stable, scalable, and easy to finish. Just lock in your spec (weight, width, tests) and ask for batch-linked certifications and pre-shipment inspection data—every time.

Authoritative references

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