Sportswear Manufacturing FAQ
Everything you need to know about our OEM sportswear manufacturing, private label solutions, custom teamwear production, and international shipping. Can't find your answer? WhatsApp us.
Orders, Pricing & MOQ
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What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for custom sportswear at Dhalay International?
Our minimum order quantity starts at 30 pieces per style per color — one of the lowest MOQs among sportswear manufacturers in Pakistan. This low MOQ supports startups, small brands, crowdfunding campaigns, and sports clubs who need professional-quality custom sportswear without committing to large inventory investments. For more complex products like padded jackets, MOQ may vary slightly — our team provides specific guidance during the quotation process.
How do I get a quotation for custom sportswear manufacturing?
Submit an inquiry through our website form, email sales@dhalayinternational.com, or message us on WhatsApp. Share your requirements: product type, quantity, design ideas, fabric preferences, and timeline. Our sportswear sales team responds within 24 hours with a detailed, itemized quotation covering fabric, printing, labels, packaging, and shipping costs — no hidden fees.
What payment methods do you accept for international sportswear orders?
We accept bank wire transfers (TT) to our official business account (most common for international manufacturing). For smaller orders: PayPal, Western Union, and MoneyGram. For established repeat clients: letter of credit (LC) terms. Standard terms: 50% advance with order confirmation, 50% before shipment. All pricing is in USD with transparent, itemized breakdowns.
Can I order samples before placing a bulk sportswear order?
Yes, we encourage all new clients to order pre-production samples before bulk manufacturing. Samples cover fabric, printing, labor, and courier costs — this fee is fully adjustable against your bulk order, effectively making samples free when you proceed. We ship via DHL or FedEx with tracking within 3-5 business days. We also provide free digital design mockups to help visualize products before committing to physical samples.
Do you offer wholesale pricing for bulk sportswear orders?
Yes, we offer competitive factory-direct wholesale pricing with per-unit cost savings as order volume increases. Our OEM pricing structure eliminates middleman markups, giving your brand significant retail margin advantage. We provide tiered pricing in our quotations so you can see exactly how costs decrease at 100, 500, 1000+ piece quantities. No hidden costs — every charge is itemized upfront.
How do I start a custom sportswear manufacturing project?
Simply submit an inquiry, email us, or WhatsApp us. Share your requirements: product type, quantity, design reference images or tech packs, fabric preferences, and timeline. Our team responds within 24 hours with a quotation and free digital mockups. The process then moves to sampling (7-10 days), sample approval, bulk production (15-25 days), and international shipping. We guide you through every step.
Products, Customization & Sublimation
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What types of sportswear does Dhalay International manufacture?
We manufacture a comprehensive range of custom sportswear: MMA fight shorts, rash guards, compression spats; custom team uniforms for football, basketball, cricket, rugby, ice hockey, and volleyball; compression wear (shirts, tights, sleeves); gym wear (tank tops, joggers, hoodies); track suits, performance t-shirts, polo shirts, sports socks, gym bags, and backpacks. See our product catalog for the full range.
What is sublimation printing and why is it better for custom sportswear?
Sublimation printing transfers designs directly into fabric using heat-activated inks. Unlike screen printing, it allows unlimited colors, gradients, photographic detail, and all-over designs at no additional per-color cost. Sublimated designs become part of the fabric — they never crack, peel, or fade even after hundreds of washes. This makes it ideal for custom team uniforms where each player can have unique names and numbers at no extra charge per unit.
Do you offer private label sportswear manufacturing services?
Yes! Our private label program includes custom logos, woven labels, hang tags, branded poly bags, and retail-ready packaging. We cover fabric selection, pattern creation, size grading across US, UK, EU, and AU standards, and international shipping — everything needed to build your sportswear brand identity. We also offer white label options with proven styles for faster market entry.
Can you manufacture MMA fight shorts and combat sports apparel?
MMA apparel manufacturing is one of our specialties. We produce fight shorts with reinforced split seams, stress points, internal drawstrings, and silicone waistband grips; rash guards with flatlock stitching in short-sleeve and long-sleeve configurations; compression spats; MMA gloves; and walkout t-shirts — all with fully sublimated custom designs for professional fighters, training gyms, and combat sports brands.
What is the difference between OEM and private label sportswear manufacturing?
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) means we manufacture sportswear to your exact specifications and designs. Private label goes further — we handle the complete brand package: custom logos, woven labels, hang tags, branded packaging, and retail-ready presentation. Both include full customization; private label simply adds complete brand identity elements to make products shelf-ready for retail distribution.
Quality Control, Fabrics & Sizing
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How do you ensure quality control in sportswear manufacturing?
Our 4-stage quality control system: (1) Incoming fabric inspection for defects and color matching; (2) Inline production monitoring during cutting, stitching, and printing; (3) Post-production garment inspection measuring dimensions, seam strength, and print alignment; (4) Final AQL random audit before packing per international standards. Approved pre-production samples serve as the permanent reference standard throughout the entire production run.
What fabrics do you use for custom sportswear manufacturing?
We source premium fabrics from certified Pakistani textile mills: moisture-wicking polyester meshes, four-way stretch spandex blends for compression wear, breathable interlock knits, anti-odor treated fabrics, UV protection finishes, and recycled polyester options for sustainable brands. Every fabric batch is tested for weight, stretch recovery, colorfastness, shrinkage, and pilling resistance before entering production.
Do you offer custom sizing for bulk sportswear orders?
Yes! We manufacture according to US, UK, EU, and Australian size standards and can create custom size specs from your tech pack or reference garments. We produce size-set samples (one garment in each size) before bulk production so you can verify fit across your entire range. We also offer plus sizes, tall sizes, and youth sizes for complete size range coverage.
Are your sportswear manufacturing practices ethical and sustainable?
Yes. We operate a child-labor-free environment with fair wages and safe working conditions compliant with international labor standards. We offer recycled polyester fabric options for sustainable brands and minimize waste in production. We hold ISO 9001 quality management certification, are registered with TDAP for export compliance, and are members of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Production, Shipping & Delivery
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How long does sportswear production take from order to delivery?
Sampling: 7-10 business days after design confirmation. Bulk production: 15-25 business days after sample approval. Express air freight (DHL/FedEx): 5-7 business days. Sea freight: 25-35 business days. We provide detailed production schedules with every order and send regular photo/video updates during manufacturing so you can track progress.
What countries do you ship custom sportswear to?
We ship to 40+ countries including: United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Germany, France, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Spain, Italy, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, South Africa, New Zealand, and Japan. We handle complete export documentation including certificates of origin, commercial invoices, and packing lists for smooth customs clearance.
Do you handle shipping and customs documentation for international orders?
Yes, we manage the entire shipping process from our Sialkot factory to your delivery address. We arrange both air freight (DHL, FedEx, UPS) and sea freight through established partners. We prepare all necessary export documentation: commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, HS codes, and any special certifications required by your country's import regulations. We can also ship on your own courier account.
What is your monthly sportswear production capacity?
Our facility has a monthly capacity of 40,000+ sportswear garments across 6 production lines with 200+ skilled workers. We handle both small custom orders (MOQ 30 pieces) and large-scale bulk production runs while maintaining consistent quality through our 4-stage inspection system. As your brand grows, we scale seamlessly.
About Dhalay International
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Where is your sportswear manufacturing factory located?
Our factory is in Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan — the globally recognized capital of sports goods manufacturing with over 100 years of industrial heritage. Sialkot produces approximately 70% of the world's footballs and hosts thousands of sportswear factories. Our facility has direct access to Sialkot International Airport for expedited air cargo shipments worldwide.
What makes Dhalay International different from other sportswear manufacturers?
Key differentiators: industry-low MOQ of 30 pieces per style, complete private label solutions with custom branding, advanced sublimation printing with unlimited colors at no extra cost, transparent factory-direct pricing with no hidden costs, 4-stage quality control system, 12+ years of experience since 2012, and dedicated support with regular production updates throughout your order.
Can I visit your sportswear manufacturing factory?
Yes, factory tours are available by appointment. We welcome international buyers, brand representatives, and potential partners to visit our Sialkot facility to see production lines, quality control processes, and meet our team. Contact us via WhatsApp at +92-324-9673478 or email to schedule. We can arrange airport pickup and local accommodation recommendations.
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