Manufacturing for Europe
Apparel Manufacturer for European & Swiss Brands
European brands can develop compliant streetwear, uniforms, and private-label apparel from 50 pieces per knitwear style or 300 woven pieces. Production is typically 12–15 days after approval, with EU DPP readiness, BSCI 2.0 documentation, GRS-certified mill sourcing, and AQL 2.5 inspection available by programme.
European procurement teams across Germany, Switzerland, the Nordics (Sweden, Denmark), France, the Netherlands, and Central Europe partner with us for low minimums and direct factory control: retail-grade custom apparel manufacturing starting at 50 pieces per style for knitwear and 300 pieces for wovens, engineered for repeatable production rather than commodity blanks.
For 2026 compliance workflows, we prepare the product and material data buyers need for EU Digital Product Passport (DPP) readiness, including fibre composition, care, and origin records. BSCI 2.0-aligned social-compliance documentation, AQL 2.5 final inspection reporting, and GRS-certified fabric sourcing through qualified mills are available when the programme requires them; we do not claim certifications we do not hold.
We grade patterns to European standard sizing (EN 13402), provide multilingual fibre and care-label support (DE, FR, IT, ES, EN), and manage sea and air consolidations into major European logistics corridors. Switzerland is handled through a dedicated non-EU customs lane with pre-arranged declarations for Basel, Zurich, and Geneva.
Itemised quote usually within 24 business hours • Sample fees credited back in full on bulk orders • No commitment required
Currently manufacturing for Europe buyers
Oqho
Private-label apparel — Mirzet Ibrahimović, Founder
Sourcing window · Northern hemisphere
Europe: currently making Autumn/Winter 2026/27
This market runs the northern-hemisphere calendar — fleece through the winter holidays, lightweight knits from spring.
The season on the line right now is Autumn/Winter 2026/27, which means fleece and layering — hoodies, sweatshirts, joggers and knitwear. Stock has to be landed for holiday and peak-winter selling on , and production plus transit is what sets the order-by dates below.
| Route | Order by | Order to landed | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea freightlowest unit cost | ~75 daysincl. 40 days transit | Closed | |
| Air freightwhen the vessel has sailed | ~44 daysincl. 9 days transit | Open | |
| Express couriertop-ups and samples | ~40 daysincl. 5 days transit | Open |
Sea freight has closed for this landing date — the last order that would have made it was 18 Aug 2026. Air freight still lands in time if the order is confirmed by 18 Sep 2026, and the Spring/Summer 2027 window below is open on every route.
Next up: Spring/Summer 2027
The range launch falls on , which shifts the mix to lightweight knits — oversized tees, shorts, polos and caps. Sea freight for it needs the order confirmed by 16 Dec 2026. Development and sampling sit in front of production, so most buyers open that conversation a month before the date.
See the full sourcing calendar — both hemispheres, every season
Order-by dates assume the slow end of every published range: 35 days from order to shipment, plus the longest transit we quote on that lane. Washed and garment-dyed programmes add 3–5 days, and custom knit adds 7–10 days — order ahead of the date if yours includes either.
In season for Europe
- Hoodies & SweatshirtsHeavyweight fleece hoodies and crewnecks — the cool-season bestseller
- Custom T-ShirtsLong-sleeve and heavyweight tees as the layer under the fleece
- Joggers & ShortsMatching fleece joggers, sold as a two-piece set with the hoodie
- Woven GarmentsOvershirts and outer layers in woven fabrics
What do Europe buyers manufacture with us?
Hoodies & Sweatshirts
Brushed fleece and French terry hoodies (380–450 GSM) for Northern European climates
Custom T-Shirts
Heavyweight combed cotton t-shirts (240–320 GSM) graded to European specifications
Joggers & Shorts
Matched heavyweight fleece track pants and sweat shorts for streetwear capsules
School Uniforms
Bespoke uniform and sports kits for international schools across Europe
How do we ship apparel to Europe?
| Method | Transit | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Express courier | 3–5 days door-to-door | Development samples, counter-samples, small drop releases |
| Air freight | 5–9 days | Time-sensitive product launches and fast restocks |
| Sea freight | ~28–35 days to main EU ports | Container load and LCL bulk production runs (lowest per-unit freight) |
| Sea + inland (CH) | ~30–40 days via Genoa or Rotterdam, then rail/road | Dedicated Swiss bulk shipments with inland rail/road delivery to Zurich/Basel |
Ports & customs handling for Europe
| Route | Ports / gateways | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sea (Northern EU) | Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, Bremerhaven | Weekly container departures from Chattogram (28–35 days ocean transit) serving Germany, Benelux & Central Europe |
| Sea (Southern EU) | Genoa, Barcelona, Valencia, Le Havre | Direct Mediterranean & Atlantic consolidations (30–35 days) |
| Air | Amsterdam Schiphol, Frankfurt, Paris CDG, Zurich | Direct air cargo routing for time-critical replenishment and VIP drops |
| Customs handling | Commercial invoice, packing list, standard certificate of origin + EORI clearance pack | Everything your clearing agent requires for smooth EU import clearance at standard tariff rates |
| Switzerland Lane | Rotterdam/Genoa transit to Basel/Zurich; direct air into Zurich (ZRH) or Geneva (GVA) | Pre-arranged T1 transit and Swiss customs declaration with Swiss VAT (8.1%) settled upon clearance |
Duties & import costs
We believe in 100% transparent landed cost calculations: EU preferential tariffs under Everything But Arms (EBA) require a Registered Exporter (REX) statement on origin that our facility is not currently registered to issue. Importers should budget for standard EU Most-Favoured-Nation apparel duty (typically ~12%) plus your destination country's import VAT (recoverable for VAT-registered entities). Switzerland operates an independent tariff schedule where duty on unproven origin is assessed on gross garment weight rather than CIF value; Swiss import VAT (8.1%) applies at clearance. Our door-to-door unit quotes include international ocean/air freight to your door, while import duties and VAT remain payable to local customs at clearance.
Model your landed cost to Europe — freight, duty, and clearance on one screen, or request a Europe manufacturing quote and we’ll price it exactly.
Importing apparel to the EU — customs, origin and import VAT
What does a Europe sourcing programme cost?
Quotations provided in USD by default, with fixed EUR or CHF pricing available upon request. Indicative CIF unit costs (freight included, duties excluded): regular-sleeve combed tees from $10.75/pc, heavyweight oversized tees from $11.25/pc, premium fleece hoodies from $14.50/pc. Indicative Swiss rates at current exchange: basic tees ~CHF 2.00–3.50/pc, heavyweight streetwear tees ~CHF 3.20–5.50/pc, luxury hoodies ~CHF 6.30–11.90/pc (FOB basis).
Currency examples are approximate conversions at recent exchange rates — quotes fix the exact figure.
What is included in Europe programmes?
- European standard sizing (EN 13402) and custom brand grade rules
- Regulation (EU) 1007/2011 textile fibre composition and multilingual care labelling (DE, FR, IT, ES, EN)
- Plastic-reduced packaging options including recycled polybags and FSC-certified hangtags
- Export documentation package prepared for your customs broker (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin)
- Dedicated Swiss import routing avoiding EU transit customs holdups
- Sample fee credit: $60 blank / $85 branded sample credited 100% back against your bulk order
What do Europe procurement teams ask?
Can you support GRS-certified materials and EU compliance files?
Yes, when the programme is specified correctly. We can source GRS-certified inputs through qualified textile mills and request the applicable transaction-certificate chain; our own facility is not represented as GRS-certified. We prepare fibre, care, origin, and production records for EU Digital Product Passport readiness, and can provide BSCI 2.0-aligned documentation and AQL 2.5 inspection reporting for buyer review.
How do you support AQL 2.5 inspection for European orders?
AQL 2.5 is set as the final inspection standard in the purchase specification, with measurements, workmanship, appearance, and packing checked before release. We share the inspection record and resolve any agreed non-conformity before dispatch rather than leaving acceptance to the destination.
Which EU ports do you ship to?
Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp, and Bremerhaven weekly; Mediterranean ports (Barcelona, Genoa, Valencia) on regular consolidations. We deliver door-to-door with freight included in the unit price; customs clearance, duty, and VAT are handled by you or your broker.
Do you handle EU import VAT?
No — import VAT and duty are settled by you or your broker at clearance, in your member state. Our unit price includes freight to your door but excludes both. We do not offer DDP terms.
Does shipping to Switzerland work the same way as shipping to the EU?
No — and this is the mistake to avoid. Switzerland is not in the EU customs union, so a shipment cleared into Rotterdam or Hamburg has not been cleared into Switzerland; it needs a second, separate Swiss entry with its own documentation. We handle Swiss orders as their own lane from the start, which is why our Swiss shipments do not stall at the border. Switzerland also has no seaport, so bulk moves by sea to Genoa or Rotterdam and then by rail or road to Basel or Zurich — roughly 30–40 days door-to-door.
Is import from Bangladesh to Switzerland really duty-free?
Qualifying is not the same as claiming, and this is where suppliers get vague. Bangladeshi garments do sit at zero duty under Switzerland's preferential tariff for least-developed economies — but the rate is only claimable against a preferential proof of origin, and we are not registered to issue one. Plan on the standard rate with us, and note that where no preference applies Swiss duty is charged on gross weight rather than value, which hits heavy knitwear hardest. We supply the commercial invoice, packing list, and standard certificate of origin your broker needs. Swiss import VAT (currently 8.1%) applies either way.
How can you start a Europe apparel programme?
Tell us what you’re making and where it’s going — your quote includes shipping options and landed-cost guidance for Europe.
What manufacturing specifications can Europe buyers lock?
| Specification | What we commit to |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | From 50 pieces per style for knitwear, rising to 100 in peak season — woven from 300 pieces per style, 25 pieces per colour for garment dyeing |
| Lead time | 25–35 days from order to shipment — 12–15 days on the line for orders up to 2,000 pcs |
| Sampling | USD 60 blank / USD 85 branded, + USD 45 shipping — credited against bulk |
| Payment terms | 50% before production, 50% before shipment |
| Decoration | Screen printing in-house; embroidery via partner factory |
| Certification | BSCI certified facility |
| Shipping | Door-to-door delivery, freight included in unit price |
Ready to talk it through?
Send a tech pack, a sketch, or just a reference photo and we'll come back with itemised pricing within 24 hours. Minimum order is from 50 pieces per style.
Ready to Start Your Production?
Get an itemized, factory-direct quote within 24 hours — fabric options, decoration costs, timelines, and shipping, all priced out.
Itemised quote usually within 24 business hours • Sample fees credited back in full on bulk orders • No commitment required
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