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Practical guides on sourcing from India, CMT pricing, MOQs, tech packs, and how production actually works — written by people who've been inside the factory.
Featured guides
What Is Greige Fabric? The Raw Material Behind Every Garment
Greige fabric is unfinished textile straight off the loom or knitting machine. Here is what it is, why it matters for your production, and how it connects to your final garment cost.
What Is CMT Pricing? A Complete Guide for Fashion Brands
CMT stands for Cut, Make, and Trim — the cost of turning raw fabric into a finished garment. Here's exactly what it includes, what drives the price, and what typical rates look like in India.
What Is FOB Price in Clothing? A Guide for Fashion Brands (2026)
FOB price is what you pay to the factory's export port. India FOB benchmarks by garment type, what's included, and when to ask for DDP instead.
First Email to a Clothing Factory: 3 Copy-Paste Templates (2026)
Three copy-paste templates for your first email to an Indian clothing factory: cold intro, RFQ, and follow-up — with notes on what works.
India Clothing Production Timeline: Week-by-Week Breakdown
India clothing production: 5–7 weeks bulk, 13–17 weeks first order to US door. Stage-by-stage timeline, delay causes, and factory calendar.
Vetting Clothing Manufacturers in India: The 12-Point Checklist
Run this 12-point checklist before wiring any deposit. Covers GST verification, CMT pricing, certifications, sampling terms, and factory red flags.
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