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Underwear

Everyday men's and women's underwear from Turkish jersey and seamless factories — boxers, briefs, undershirts and seamless basics in combed cotton and modal.

Why source underwear from Turkey

Turkish jersey and seamless factories around Istanbul supply Europe's largest retailers with everyday underwear because combed-cotton and modal are milled locally and fit blocks are export-tuned. Seamless (bonded) lines and classic cut-and-sew run under one roof, so private-label men's and women's programs get consistent fit, OEKO-TEX safety and short EU lead times.

Production process

Share your fit block or a reference sample plus fabric and waistband spec. Factories quote in 24-72 hours, produce a fit sample, then grade sizes and run bonded or flatlock finishing. Budget two fit rounds for waistband and leg-opening tuning; cotton programs are stock-yarn, while seamless and modal may add a week for knitting or yarn.

Sub-categories & styles

Fabrics & materials

Combed cottonModalMicro-modalBamboo viscoseSeamless nylon-elastaneRibbed cotton-lycra

Who buys underwear from Turkey

  • European supermarket & discounter private label
  • US DTC underwear brands
  • GCC & Gulf retailers
  • Hotel & hospitality basics
  • Workwear distributors
  • Marketplace sellers

Frequently asked questions

What is the MOQ for wholesale underwear from Turkey?
Most factories accept 300-1,000 pieces per style and colour; seamless and modal programs typically sit at the higher end and basic cotton at the lower.
Do Turkish factories offer private-label or OEM underwear?
Yes — men's and women's boxer briefs, briefs, undershirts and seamless basics with your fit block, waistband branding and packaging, usually across two fit rounds.
What is the difference between the underwear and lingerie categories?
Underwear covers everyday functional pieces (boxers, briefs, undershirts, thermal, seamless). Lingerie covers women's fashion intimates — bras, lace sets and shapewear.
Which fabrics are used for wholesale underwear?
Combed cotton, modal and micro-modal, bamboo viscose, ribbed cotton-lycra and seamless nylon-elastane, with OEKO-TEX Standard 100 as standard.
What is the FOB price range for underwear made in Turkey?
Roughly USD 0.80-4.50 per piece depending on fabric, seamless vs cut-and-sew, and branding.

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