Compression Shirt Manufacturer in Bangladesh
A compression shirt only works when the fit is exact. Too loose and it is just another training top; too tight in the wrong places and nobody wears it twice. We manufacture compression shirts in Bangladesh for gym brands, sports teams and training programs that need a close, even fit across the whole order.
Our buyers supply base layers for football, rugby, basketball and martial arts programs, gym retail ranges, and long-sleeve layers for outdoor training. Orders go to the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia and the Middle East, and many buyers pair this style with our raglan t-shirt as the looser layer in the same kit.
Close Fit That Stays Comfortable All Session
The stretch comes from elastane knitted into polyester or nylon yarns, and the recovery matters as much as the stretch itself. A good compression knit extends across the shoulders and chest, then returns to shape instead of bagging. We sew every seam flatlock, so nothing raised sits against the skin, and the panels are shaped to follow the body without twisting.
Why Base Layers Sell as Repeat Programs
Teams do not buy compression shirts once. A club issues them with the kit each season, replaces them as players join and leave, and returns for the same specification. That makes the style a standing reorder program, and consistency between batches matters more than any single delivery.
Gym and fitness brands see the same pattern at retail: a customer who finds a base layer that fits well buys a second colour, then the short-sleeve version for summer. Because the shirt sits inside a wider kit deal next to shorts, leggings and training tees, buyers who settle on a reliable supplier often consolidate more of the kit with them.
Fabric and Construction Options for International Buyers
Both compression knits are four-way stretch; the choice comes down to hand feel, print method and price point:
- Polyester/elastane knit, 180 to 240 GSM, the standard choice for team and gym programs, with a smooth face for sublimation and print
- Nylon/elastane knit, 200 to 240 GSM, for a softer, cooler hand feel and premium retail finish
- Four-way stretch with strong recovery, holding the close fit through a season of washing
- Flatlock seams throughout, lying flat against the skin to reduce rubbing during movement
- Long-sleeve and short-sleeve versions on one block, covering winter and summer
- Crew neck or mock neck options, with a collar that keeps its line
- Optional mesh ventilation panels under the arms or across the back, plus a white sublimation-ready base
Weight changes the shirt more than buyers expect. Lighter knits around 180 GSM feel fast and breathable indoors, while 220 to 240 GSM gives a firmer hold and fuller opacity. We sample in your chosen weight before bulk, so the fit is approved on a real garment.
Customization and Private Label Production
Compression shirts decorate well when the method matches the stretch. We offer all-over sublimation on polyester bases, chest and sleeve prints with stretch-friendly inks, and heat transfers for names, numbers and sponsor marks. Private label work covers neck labels, hang tags and retail polybags. Send your artwork through our quote page and we will cost the finished garment, not just the blank.
Sampling, MOQ and Production Planning
The minimum order is 1,200 pieces per style, covering up to two colours, with your size ratio inside that quantity. Development starts with lab dips, then a size set checked against your measurements or on a fit form, because compression grading cannot be judged from a spec sheet alone. A pre-production sample in the final fabric confirms stretch, fit and print placement.
Quality Control and Compliance Documentation
Compression garments fail quietly: a seam that gives at the shoulder, or fabric that loses recovery after a few washes. Our inspections include stretch and recovery checks on fabric from the bulk roll, seam strength testing, and measurement checks on every size. Prints are checked for cracking when the fabric is stretched. We support the documentation your market requires and keep records for reorders.
Export Packaging for USA, UK, Europe and Other Markets
Standard packing is individual polybags in export cartons, sizes and colours sorted to your ratio for fast warehouse picking. Retail programs can add hang tags, branded bags and barcode stickers. Shipments leave through Chittagong port or Dhaka air freight. If you are building a full training kit, browse our full product line for the styles that sit alongside this shirt.
Build Your Compression Range With Siatex Bangladesh
Tell us your fabric, sleeve length and size range, and we will reply with a sample plan, itemized pricing and a timeline. Whether it is a first base layer for a new brand or a season reorder for an established team program, we work to repeat the fit your wearers approved.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tight should a compression shirt fit?
Close and even, the fabric held lightly against the body with no loose folds. Wearers between sizes, or casual gym users, should order one size up from their usual t-shirt size.
Should I choose the long-sleeve or short-sleeve version?
Long sleeves suit outdoor training, colder climates and contact sports where players want arm coverage under a jersey. Short sleeves move better indoors and in warm markets. Many programs run both and split the order.
Can compression shirts be sublimation printed?
Yes. On a white polyester/elastane base we sublimate all-over designs, team colours, names and numbers that stretch with the fabric without cracking. Nylon bases suit chest prints better.
Which fabric weight should I choose?
Around 180 to 200 GSM feels lighter and faster for indoor training and warm climates. Between 220 and 240 GSM gives a firmer hold, better opacity and a more substantial hand feel.
Do you produce a women’s compression shirt?
Yes. Alongside the men’s and unisex block we grade a women’s version with adjusted shaping through the waist and a choice of sleeve lengths, so mixed teams run one consistent program.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum is 1,200 pieces per style, covering up to two colours, with your size range and ratio inside that quantity. Mixed sleeve lengths on the same block can be discussed for larger programs.
