95% Organic Sugarcane 5% Spandex Knitted Fabric

1. What is 95% sugarcane 5% spandex knitted fabric in simple terms?
It is a mid‑weight 200–220 GSM stretch knit made from 95% sugarcane‑based cellulosic fibre and 5% spandex, supplied in natural white with an RFD (Ready for Dye) finish for garments. From a sourcing point of view, you can treat it like a plant‑based version of a classic 95/5 cotton‑spandex jersey.​

2. How does this sugarcane stretch knit actually feel to wear?
On the body it feels soft, smooth, and breathable, with a comfortable, supportive stretch from the spandex. Most teams compare the hand feel to a good quality cotton‑spandex knit, but with a cleaner, sugarcane‑origin material story that works well in sustainable apparel fabrics ranges.​

3. Is 200–220 GSM the right weight for leggings and fitted tops in real production?
Yes. In most commercial programs, 200–220 GSM is a proven GSM band for leggings, fitted T‑shirts, yoga wear, and active basics, offering reliable coverage and support without being too heavy or stiff.​

4. How much stretch and recovery do you get with 5% spandex?
With around 5% spandex, you get comfortable 2‑way stretch and good recovery, so garments hug the body but bounce back better after wear and washing when patterns and grading are handled well.​

5. What type of garments is this sugarcane–spandex knit best for?
From a buyer’s perspective, this quality works well for:

• Leggings and yoga pants
• Fitted T‑shirts and long sleeves
• Studio and athleisure tops
• Kids’ and teen stretch garments
• Body‑skimming dresses and lounge sets​

6. Is this fabric a good option for yoga wear and studio activewear?
Yes. For low‑ to medium‑intensity activities like yoga, pilates, barre, and studio workouts, it combines breathable, plant‑based fibre with reliable stretch and recovery, which is what most active lifestyle brands look for.​

7. Can I use this knit for kids’ and teen leggings or school basics?
It is well suited to kids’ leggings, fitted tops, and teen leisurewear thanks to the soft hand, mid‑weight GSM and 5% spandex, provided you pair it with skin‑friendly dyes and trims.​

8. Is it comfortable enough for all‑day loungewear and travel outfits?
The mix of sugarcane fibre, stretch, and 200–220 GSM weight makes it a strong choice for travel sets and loungewear that need to move with the body but still look neat after a long day.

9. How breathable is this sugarcane stretch knit versus fully synthetic fabrics?
Sugarcane‑derived cellulosic fibres have favourable moisture and air‑flow behaviour, so the fabric generally feels cooler and less clammy than many fully synthetic stretch knits of similar weight. In real production, this often shows up as better day‑long comfort in warm conditions.​

10. Does the 5% spandex really help with shape retention?
Yes. The sugarcane fibre provides body and comfort, while the spandex delivers elasticity and recovery, helping leggings and fitted tops stay closer to their original shape instead of bagging out quickly.​

11. Is this knit comfortable to wear in warm or humid climates?
For warm and humid markets, a mid‑weight knit built on breathable, plant‑origin fibre can work very well, especially when patterns allow for airflow and garments aren’t over‑engineered.​

12. What does “RFD – Ready for Dye” mean for my dyeing process?
RFD means the fabric has already been scoured and prepared at the mill, so your dye house can move directly into dyeing or printing without extra heavy pre‑treatment steps. From a production planning angle, this simplifies timelines and reduces variables.​

13. Can this 95% sugarcane 5% spandex knit be dyed with natural dyes?
Natural dye systems can be used on the sugarcane‑rich base, but temperature, time, and pH should be controlled carefully to protect the spandex component in real production.​

14. Is the fabric compatible with azo‑free reactive dyes?
Yes. It can be dyed with azo‑free reactive dyes to achieve bright, repeatable colours while aligning better with restricted‑substance expectations when elastane‑safe recipes and auxiliaries are chosen.​

15. How do colours and prints look on this knit once dyed?
The smooth knit structure and RFD finish help colours sit evenly and appear saturated, making this base suitable for solid leggings, branded T‑shirts, and simple prints in sustainable activewear and casualwear lines.​

16. What care instructions make sense for customers?
A practical label might say: “Machine wash gentle or normal, cool to mild water, mild detergent, no chlorine bleach; avoid high‑heat drying; line‑dry or low tumble; cool iron if needed, avoiding direct high heat on stretch areas.” This is realistic for most households and supports garment life.​

17. Will this 200–220 GSM stretch knit shrink or twist?
Like other stretch knits, a small amount of shrinkage and movement is normal, so pre‑washing or compacting rolls before cutting is recommended for bulk orders. Once stabilised, well‑cut garments generally keep their fit across most commercial programs.​

18. How does this fabric perform for pilling and abrasion in everyday use?
When yarn quality, knitting, and finishing are chosen for leggings and T‑shirts, a 95/5 knit can provide acceptable pilling and abrasion resistance for daily wear, especially if patterns avoid high‑friction zones and end‑use is matched correctly.​

19. Why are brands turning to sugarcane‑based stretch knits?
Sugarcane bagasse is an agricultural by‑product that can be turned into cellulosic fibre instead of being burned or discarded, increasing the share of bio‑based content in stretch garments and reducing reliance on fossil‑based fibres. For many sourcing teams, this is a practical way to upgrade their fabric mix without losing performance.​

20. Is 95% sugarcane 5% spandex fabric fully biodegradable?
The sugarcane component is cellulosic and can be biodegradable under suitable conditions, but the 5% spandex is synthetic, so the fabric will not behave like a fully natural textile at end of life. This nuance is important to keep sustainability communication honest and Google‑safe.​

21. What is the MOQ for 95% sugarcane 5% spandex knitted fabric?
The minimum order quantity is 5 Kg, which makes it easy to develop samples, fit sets, or small launch capsules before scaling up.

22. Do you supply this sugarcane stretch knit to international buyers?
Yes. This 200–220 GSM sugarcane‑spandex knit can be supplied from India to export‑oriented activewear and leisurewear bran. along with technical sheets and lab reports for internal compliance checks.​

23. How can my team trial this fabric before locking in bulk?
You can contact Ayurkruti with your planned end use (leggings, yoga sets, fitted T‑shirts), target colours, and approximate volumes, and request swatches or trial yardage. In real production, this lets your pattern, sampling, and QA teams test hand feel, stretch, fit, sewing, and dye behaviour before you commit this sugarcane‑spandex knit into wider seasonal programs.