Hemp fabric is an ancient material that has recently become increasingly popular due to its durability, antimicrobial features, and (compared to cotton) lower water consumption.
In this guide, we list some of China’s leading hemp fabric manufacturers – and present their respective certificates, MOQ, and order terms.
Supplier List
- Shijiazhuang Changshan Beiming Technology
- China Liahren
- Qingdao Fab Mill
- Hemp Fortex
- Taian Lianchuang Textile
- Jiangsu Mingdong International Trading
Disclaimer
We are not affiliated with any of the companies listed in this guide. We have selected these companies based on their claimed product scope, history, certification, and capabilities.
What is hemp textile?
Hemp fabric is made from the stalks of the Cannabis sativa plant. The tradition of using hemp to produce fabrics and textiles dates back thousands of years in China, Western Europe, and some areas of the Arabia Peninsula.
Hemp was also a common material in the textile industry in the United States back to the 1800s and the beginning of the 1900s when hemp was encouraged to harvest to suffice the army’s demands for cloth, sails, and ropes.
In the past century, the use of hemp has been largely challenged by cotton and other types of artificial fiber such as nylon and polyester. In addition, the restriction of marijuana (a variety of cannabis Sativa, which is often confused with hemp), has worsened the commercialization of hemp in the textile industry.
The key difference between hemp and marijuana is their concentration of THC, which is the main psychoactive component of marijuana. The THC level of hemp is lower than 0.3% by dry weight, which is not enough to cause hallucination or euphoric mood to the users.
Advantages of hemp fabric
Hemp was rediscovered in the textile industries of Europe and the US recently. The advantages of hemp textiles include:
a. High durability: more than 80% of the hemp fiber is constituted of cellulose and hemicellulose, which makes hemp stronger and more durable
b. Abrasion resistance: according to the result showed by some tensile tests, hemp has eight times the tensile strength and four times the durability of other natural fibers such as cotton, silk, and wool.
c. Naturally antimicrobial: Cannabinoid, the phenolic compounds of lignin contained by hemp, contributes to its antibacterial properties
d. Naturally anti-ultraviolet radiation: the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of pure hemp knitted fabric is more than 50, due to natural pigments and lignin in hemp fibers which act as UV absorbers. Fabric with a UPF factor of 50 is able to block 98% of the sun’s rays, which reduce the risk of skin cancer
e. Water absorbent and good affinity to dye: This is due to the porous nature of the hemp fiber
f. Consume less water than cotton to plant: a study conducted by the Stockholm Environment Institute estimated that the average water consumption to produce 1 kg of cotton is 10,000 liters, compared to 300-500 liters of water needed to produce 1 kg of dry hemp matter, of which 30% is suitable for fiber’s production.
Which products can be made of hemp fabric?
Hemp fabric can be used to manufacture a broad range of textile products, including garments, home, and bedding textiles. Below we list some of the most common categories of products that might be produced using hemp fabric.
Clothing
As we have mentioned in the section above, the various advantages of hemp fabric make it ideal to be applied in the clothing industry. Almost every type of garment can be produced using hemp as the base material, such as:
- T-shirts
- Dresses
- Pants
- Sun-protective clothing
- Bibs
- Aprons
Brand Examples
Here are some brands that sell hemp clothing:
Underwear
The light weight, softness, hypersensitivity, and good air permeability of hemp fabric make it suitable as the raw material to produce underwear and swimwear. Examples of products that can be produced using hemp fiber include:
- Boxers
- Trunks
- Hipsters
- Bras
- Tank tops
Brand Examples
These are brands that sell underwear made of hemp fabric:
- Wama Underwear
- Natasha Tonic
- Hemp Huggers
- Nomads Hemp Wear
Shoes
Hemp fabric can also be used to make shoes and accessories like:
- Sneakers
- Sandals
- Flip-flops
- Slip-in shoes
- Laces
Brand Examples
Here are some brands that sell shoes made of hemp fabric:
- Bohempia
- Sanuk
- 8000 Kicks
- Astral
Bedding products
Hemp textiles can also be used to produce bedding products, such as:
- Bed sheets and cases
- Pillows
- Blankets
- Cushions
Brand Examples
Here are some brands that sell bedding products made of hemp fabric:
- Delilah Home
- Brentwood Home
- Mandala Dream Co
- West Elm
List of Hemp Textiles Manufacturers in China
In this section, we introduce six hemp textile manufacturers based in China.
Shijiazhuang Changshan Beiming Technology
Shijiazhuang Changshan Beiming Technology was established in 1998 and specialises in the production of knit yarn, weave yarn and fabrics.
The company accepts ODM and OEM orders for various types of garments and textiles, such as lining fabrics, curtain fabrics, and bedding fabrics. Shijiazhuang Changshan Beiming Technology also produces yarns and fabrics made of recyclable and natural materials, including hemp, bamboo, and organic cotton.
Main Products
- Hemp fabric
- 100% recycled polyester yarns
- Organic cotton yarns
- Polypropylene yarns
- 50% Cotton 50% Bamboo fabrics
Summary
- Certification: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OSHAS 18001, OEKO-TEX Standard 100
- Compliance: Not mentioned
- MOQ: Not mentioned
- Samples offered: Yes
Location: No. 161 Heping East Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei
China Liahren
Headquartered in Beijing, China Liahren is a manufacturer of organic yarns with a factory in Shanxi Province. The product range of China Liahren includes yarns, knitted and woven fabrics. They mainly use natural materials such as hemp, linen, soybean, and bamboo.
In addition, China Liahren also produces yarns and fabrics made with artificial materials such as Tencel, lycal, rayon, and recycled polyester. The thread of the fabric ranges between NE7-NE40 and 2Nm-100Nm.
China Liahren welcomes ODM and OEM orders and the customization of fabric composition, structures, colors, and threads. Customers can blend the materials according to their needs.
Main Products
- 100% Hemp fabrics
- 55% Hemp 45% Organic cotton fabrics
- 30% Hemp 70% Organic cotton fabrics
- 20% Hemp 80% Organic cotton fabrics
- 23% Hemp 35% Organic cotton 38% Polyester 4% Spandex fabrics
- 35% Hemp 61% Organic cotton 4% Spandex fabrics
Summary
- Certification: ISO 9001, GOTS
- Compliance: Not mentioned
- MOQ: Not mentioned
- Samples offered: Yes
Location: No. 1-2-1105, Leijie Times Plaza, Yanjiao Economic Development Area, Beijing
Qingdao Fab Mill
Qingdao Fab Mill was founded in 2004 in Qingdao, Shandong Province. The company mainly produces fabrics made of natural materials, such as hemp, organic cotton, bamboo, and other eco-friendly fibers. In addition, the Fab Mill also accepts custom orders for various types of garments, including T-shirts, pullovers, hats, bags, and socks.
Main Products
- Hemp canvas fabrics
- Hemp organic cotton knitted fleece
- Hemp silk satin fabrics
- Hemp silk crinkle crepe fabrics
Summary
- Certification: Not mentioned
- Compliance: Not mentioned
- MOQ: Not mentioned
- Samples offered: Yes
Location: Room 302 Building 1, No.43 Qutangxia Road, Qingdao, Shandong
Hemp Fortex
Hemp Fortex is a hemp textile fabric manufacturer founded in 1999 in Qingdao, Shandong Province. Currently, Hemp Fortex has branch offices and design studios in Shanghai and Seattle. The company specializes in creating fabrics and custom-design garments for private labelers.
According to Hemp Fortex’s website, its minimum order quantity (MOQ) requirement for hemp fabric is 3,000 yds per order and 1,000 yds per color. Also, their MOQ requirement for garments is 800 pcs per style and 200cpcs per color.
The lead time for custom hemp fabric and garment is around 6-8 weeks and 13~14 weeks, respectively.
Main Products
- Hemp fabrics
Summary
- Certification: Not mentioned
- Compliance: Not mentioned
- MOQ: 200 pcs
- Samples offered: Yes
Location: Eastern City Industries Zone, Rusan, Weihai, Shandong
Taian Lianchuang Textile
Taian Lianchuang Textile is a professional organic natural fiber textile manufacturer based in Tai’an, Shandong Province. The company offers design, sampling, weaving, dyeing, and textile production services.
The main materials of Tai’an Lianchuang’s products are natural hemp, organic cotton, soy, and wool. They also offer artificial materials such as modal, polyester, and spandex.
Main Products
- Hemp yarn
- Hemp woven fabrics
- Hemp knit fabrics
- Hemp t-shirt
- Hemp clothing
- Hemp bedding/mats
- Hemp accessories
Summary
- Certification: Not mentioned
- Compliance: Not mentioned
- MOQ: 200 pcs
- Samples offered: Yes
Location: Southend Tianzhufeng Road, Taishan District, Tai’an, Shandong
Jiangsu Mingdong International Trading
Jiangsu Mingdong International Trading manufactures a variety of woven fabrics including hemp fabric, cotton fabric, interwoven of Cotton/Poly, and cotton/Nylon.
Mingdong mainly supplies its hemp fabric to the clothing, home textile, and child care industries. Currently, the annual fabric production capacity of Mingdong is about 2.5 million meters.
Main Products
- Hemp fabrics
Summary
Location: 7/F, Yingtong Business Building, No.517 Middle Jinling Road, Tianning District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu
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I’m looking for trustworthy and professional producers of quality products such as Bedding Duvet cover, flat sheet 2 Oxford size pillow cases with a presentation bag. Which will double as a laundry bag & also Dressing gowns kimono style night dresses and bed sets etc…
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Thanks! You could contact some of the companies listed in this guide.
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