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OEM / ODM Merino Knitwear Factory

Merino Wool Sweater Manufacturer

EverKnit is a direct merino knitwear factory in Jiaxing, China, producing custom merino wool sweaters and merino blends for wholesalers and brands worldwide. Low MOQ from 100 pieces, your colors and labels, samples in 5–7 days.

MOQ from 100 pcs
Samples in 5–7 days
Direct factory, full OEM/ODM
Merino wool knit cardigan manufactured by EverKnit

A direct factory

As a merino wool sweater manufacturer, EverKnit has run its own knitting operation in Jiaxing, China since 2000 — 200+ machines and 60,000+ pcs a month. You deal with the people who make your order, not a middleman.

Built for flexible orders

Low MOQ from 100 pcs per style/color, samples in 5–7 days and bulk in 3–4 weeks. Test new merino wool sweaters without overcommitting inventory.

Full OEM/ODM

Your design or ours: custom yarn, any color, full size range (XS–XXL), woven labels, hangtags and packaging — all made to your spec.

Why merino

Why merino wool sells across seasons

Merino is one of the most versatile fibers in knitwear — comfortable, hard-working and easy to merchandise from autumn through spring.

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Breathable & temperature-regulating

Merino's fine fibers help wearers stay warm in the cold and cooler when active, which makes it a strong choice for everyday and travel-friendly knitwear.

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Soft next to skin

Fine-gauge merino has a smooth, low-prickle hand-feel, so it can be worn directly against the skin in lighter-weight crew necks and base layers.

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Durable & resilient

Merino takes a knit well and recovers its shape, giving garments that hold up to regular wear when knitted and finished correctly.

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Naturally odor-resistant

Wool fibers naturally resist odor between washes, a practical selling point for active, outdoor and travel-oriented ranges.

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Easy to merchandise

Mid-weight merino works across a long selling window, so it is easy to keep in a core range rather than a single cold-weather drop.

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Washable options

Machine-washable and superwash merino yarns are available on request. We confirm the exact yarn and care performance on the sample before bulk.

What we produce in merino

Pullovers, cardigans and a full range of necklines, knitted fine to mid gauge. The photos below show our construction and styling — each style is made to order in merino or merino blends, in your own colors and full size range.

EverKnit knit pullover style, available in merino or merino blends to order

Crew-neck pullover

EverKnit knitwear style, available in merino or merino blends to order

Fine-gauge knit

EverKnit button cardigan style, available in merino or merino blends to order

Knit cardigan

EverKnit crew-neck knit style, available in merino or merino blends to order

Crew-neck sweater

EverKnit knitwear style, available in merino or merino blends to order

Mid-gauge knit

EverKnit collared knit style, available in merino or merino blends to order

Collared sweater

We make crew-neck, V-neck and turtleneck pullovers, button cardigans and zip styles across fine to mid gauge. Want a style you don't see here? Send a reference or tech pack and we will develop it in merino — or browse all products for more of our range.

Specification

Merino manufacturing at a glance

Yarn options100% merino wool or merino blends (e.g. merino/cashmere, merino/cotton, merino/nylon). Machine-washable and superwash merino available on request.
GaugeFine to mid gauge — roughly 12gg down to 7gg — chosen to suit hand-feel, warmth and your price point.
MOQFrom 100 pieces per style and color, splittable across the full size range.
SamplingDevelopment samples in 5–7 days; bulk in about 3–4 weeks after sample approval.
SizingFull size range XS–XXL in EU, US or UK grading, or built to your own size spec.
FinishingWashable, anti-pill and softener finishing options on request, confirmed on the sample.
Labels & packagingCustom woven labels, care and size labels, hangtags, polybags and carton marking — fully private label.
Why EverKnit

Why brands choose EverKnit

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Low MOQ

Order from just 100 pieces per style and color — ideal for launches, capsule drops and tested reorders.

Quick turnaround

Samples in 5–7 days and bulk in roughly 3–4 weeks after approval, so your merino program lands on schedule.

Reliable quality

In-house QC on every order, with a confirmation sample before bulk. Lab testing and market compliance available on request.

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Direct factory

You deal with the makers, not a trading desk — better prices, clearer communication and full control of your spec.

Direct factory, not a trading company Confirmation sample before bulk In-house QC on every order Superwash merino on request
2000
Established
60,000+
Pieces / month
200+
Knitting machines
200+
Skilled staff
Care & compliance

Care labeling and compliance

We help your merino reach the shelf retail-ready and within the rules of your market.

Every garment carries accurate fiber-content and care labeling matched to the actual yarn and finishing used — important for merino, where wash care varies between standard and superwash constructions. We run in-house QC on each order and send a confirmation sample before bulk. For brands selling into regulated markets, compliance support such as EU GPSR and US requirements, plus third-party lab testing, is available on request. If you are new to sourcing knitwear, our B2B buying guide walks through specs, sampling and quality control step by step.

FAQ

Merino wool manufacturing FAQ

Do you make 100% merino sweaters or merino blends?

Both. We knit in 100% merino wool as well as merino blends — for example merino with cashmere, cotton, nylon or acrylic — to balance hand-feel, durability and target cost. Tell us your price point and we will recommend a yarn build, then knit a sample for your approval before bulk.

Can you make machine-washable or superwash merino?

Yes, machine-washable and superwash merino yarns are available on request, along with anti-pill finishing. We confirm the exact yarn and finishing on the sample and add the correct care labeling. We do not over-promise wash performance until it is verified on your specific yarn and construction.

What is your MOQ for custom merino wool sweaters?

Our minimum order quantity starts from 100 pieces per style per color. You can split that quantity across the full size range, and if you launch several colorways the MOQ applies to each color individually. See our guide to MOQ for how to plan an assortment.

How long does merino sampling take?

Development samples are typically ready in 5–7 days after the design, yarn and measurements are confirmed. Once you approve the sample, bulk production runs in roughly 3–4 weeks depending on order size and finishing.

Can I customize colors and sizes for my brand?

Yes. We offer Pantone color matching with lab dips for approval, a full XS–XXL size range in EU, US or UK grading or to your own size spec, plus custom woven labels, hangtags and packaging for genuine private label merino knitwear.

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