Our 86 Polyester 14 Spandex fabric is a premium knit textile engineered for four-way stretch, recovery and comfort. The 86% polyester 14% spandex blend balances durability with a soft, smooth hand feel, making it ideal for leggings, activewear, swimwear, shapewear and fashion apparel. Available in custom weights, widths and prints, and produced in our integrated Dongguan facility under OEKO-TEX, GRS, ISO, HIGG and ZDHC standards. Supplied in bulk or small cut quantities with free consultation and sampling.
Understanding 86 Polyester 14 Spandex: Performance, Applications and Sourcing
86 Polyester 14 Spandex describes a knit fabric composed of 86% polyester and 14% spandex, a ratio chosen to maximize stretch and recovery while retaining the strength and colorfastness of polyester. The spandex content provides elasticity, allowing the fabric to expand with movement and return to shape; the polyester content adds durability, abrasion resistance and dyeability. This combination makes 86 Polyester 14 Spandex a preferred material for compression garments, leggings, yoga wear, swimwear and shapewear, where fit consistency matters. From a manufacturing perspective, the 86 Polyester 14 Spandex blend responds well to digital printing and sublimation, enabling vivid, long-lasting prints. Its moisture-wicking tendency and smooth surface also support comfort in athletic applications. Sourcing 86 Polyester 14 Spandex responsibly means verifying certifications, stretch tolerances and batch consistency. Jiadatai controls these variables through in-house knitting, dyeing and finishing, giving global customers dependable 86 Polyester 14 Spandex for both trend-driven and core programs.