At a glance
- Incoterms
- FOB, FCA, CIF, DAP, DDP
India's knitted t-shirts, polos & basics export trade
India exported US$15,989 mn of ready-made garments in FY2024-25 according to static.pib.gov.in. That statistical line covers more than knitted t-shirts, polos & basics; a product-level figure is not published.
Largest destinations by value share: unavailable
Export markets we serve
| Market | What matters there | Sea transit from India |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 21-27 via Suez; 31-38 via Cape days |
| Netherlands | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 18-24 via Suez; 28-35 via Cape days |
| France | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 20–25 d to Le Havre; 15–20 d to Marseille-Fos (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Italy | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 15–20 d to Genoa/La Spezia via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| Spain | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 15–20 d to Valencia/Barcelona/Algeciras via Suez (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2: typical liner schedules) |
| United Kingdom | General import clearance | 20-26 via Suez; 30-37 via Cape days |
| United States | Labelling (FTC / CPSC / CBP) | 24-30 via Suez; 32-40 via Cape days |
| Canada | General import clearance | 26-34 via Suez; 34-42 via Cape days |
| Australia | General import clearance | 20-28 days |
| Belgium | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 19-25 via Suez; 29-36 via Cape days |
| Poland | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 28–35 d to Gdańsk (direct Asia–Baltic loops or via Hamburg/Rotterdam feeder) (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Sweden | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 28–35 d to Gothenburg via Hamburg/Rotterdam feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| Denmark | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 28–35 d to Aarhus/Copenhagen via Hamburg feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
| New Zealand | General import clearance | 26-36 days |
| Ireland | REACH (ECHA); Fibre labelling & restricted substances (DG GROW / ECHA) | 25–32 d to Dublin via Rotterdam/Antwerp/UK feeder (ASSUMPTION — this file's analyst estimate, not in 06 §F.2) |
Transit times are typical port-to-port estimates; regulatory items are the main product-specific requirements, not an exhaustive list.
Where knitted t-shirts, polos & basics is sourced in India
Tamil Nadu — Tiruppur, Coimbatore.
Punjab — Ludhiana. Knitwear, hosiery, winterwear
Uttar Pradesh — Gautam Buddh Nagar. Noida garment cluster
- Ankleshwar-Dahej-Vapi 'Golden Corridor' (largest chemical belt); Tarapur MIDC (Gujarat; Maharashtra) · ships via Hazira · season: Year-round
- Coimbatore-Tiruppur spinning belt / Ludhiana (Tamil Nadu; Punjab; Gujarat; Maharashtra) · ships via Tuticorin (VOC) · season: Cotton season Oct-Sep; new-crop yarn Dec-Mar (ASSUMPTION)
- Tiruppur knitwear cluster (~55% of India knitwear, ~90% of cotton knitwear exports - TEA claim) (Tamil Nadu) · ships via Tuticorin (VOC) · season: Year-round; buying seasons SS/AW; US tariff shock 2025
Typical export specification
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 100% cotton single jersey 140-220 GSM; pique 180-240 GSM for polos; CVC 60/40 (typical) |
| Yarn | Combed or compact 24s-40s (typical) |
| Shrinkage | ≤ 5% length and width (typical) |
| Spirality | ≤ 5% (typical) |
| Sizes | XS-3XL; kids 2-14 years (typical) |
| Decoration | Screen print, DTG, embroidery, heat transfer (typical) |
Agreed per contract and confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Export documentation
Documents we prepare or arrange for each shipment:
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading / airway bill
- Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies)
- Inspection certificate
- Lab test reports
- GOTS transaction certificate where applicable
- Preferential origin proof (CETA/ECTA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for knitted t-shirts, polos & basics exported from India?
Knitted T-Shirts, Polos & Basics is usually classified under HS 610910 (T-shirts, singlets and other vests, knitted or crocheted, of cotton). Polo shirts are usually 6105.10 (men's shirts, knitted, cotton); sweatshirts/hoodies 6110.20; man-made fibre T-shirts 6109.90.
Where is knitted t-shirts, polos & basics produced in India?
Main clusters: Ankleshwar-Dahej-Vapi 'Golden Corridor' (largest chemical belt); Tarapur MIDC, Gujarat; Maharashtra; Coimbatore-Tiruppur spinning belt / Ludhiana, Tamil Nadu; Punjab; Gujarat; Maharashtra; Tiruppur knitwear cluster (~55% of India knitwear, ~90% of cotton knitwear exports - TEA claim), Tamil Nadu.
Which documents are needed to export knitted t-shirts, polos & basics?
Commercial invoice, Packing list, Bill of lading / airway bill, Certificate of origin (preferential where an FTA applies), Inspection certificate, Lab test reports, GOTS transaction certificate where applicable. Destination-specific registrations are listed on each market page.
What GSM should I choose?
140-160 GSM for promotional and lightweight tees, 180-200 GSM for retail basics, 220+ GSM for heavyweight streetwear.
Can you supply blanks for printing?
Yes. Stock or made-to-order blanks in standard colours, with a lower MOQ for stock items.
Do you offer organic cotton?
Yes, GOTS-certified, with transaction certificates per shipment.
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