Elastic & Stretch Yarn
Elastic Yarn Series
A complete range of stretch and elastic yarns — Mechanical Stretch, PBT, T400, T800, SPH and more. Engineered for sportswear, activewear and performance fabric. FOB Xiamen.
20D – 300D
FDY / DTY / POY
FOB Xiamen
MOQ 1,000 kg
Full Range
Elastic Yarn Types
Seven distinct elastic yarn technologies — each engineered for specific stretch, recovery and fabric performance requirements.
Mechanical Stretch
FDY / DTY · 20D–300D
Standard mechanical stretch yarn produced by twisting or interlacing. Cost-effective, widely used in woven and knit stretch fabric. Available in raw white, dope dyed, SD and FD.
FDY/DTY
20D–300D
SD / FD
Dope Dyed
PBT Elastic Yarn
DTY · 30D–150D
Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) single-component elastic yarn. Excellent stretch recovery, chemical resistance and shape retention. Widely used in swimwear, sportswear and hosiery without spandex.
DTY 30D–150D
SD / FD
NIM / SIM / HIM
No Spandex
T400 (PET+PTT/Sorona)
FDY / DTY · 50D–150D
Bicomponent yarn made from PET and DuPont™ Sorona® (PTT). Superior soft stretch with excellent recovery, cotton-like hand feel and moisture management. The premium choice for performance sportswear.
FDY/DTY
50D–150D
PET+PTT
Soft Stretch
T800 (PBT+PET)
DTY · 30D–300D
Bicomponent yarn combining PBT and PET. Higher elastic recovery than T400, excellent durability and wash fastness. Used in mid-to-high performance sportswear and elastic woven fabric.
DTY 30D–300D
PBT+PET
High Recovery
SPH (Self-Crimp)
DTY · 30D–300D
Self-crimping bicomponent yarn that develops elasticity through heat treatment — no spandex required. Simpler processing, lower cost, and good stretch for casual and athleisure fabric.
DTY 30D–300D
Self-Crimp
No Spandex
Heat Activated
Cationic Composite Elastic
DTY · 55D–300D
Composite elastic yarn combining cationic dyeable component with standard polyester. Creates two-tone colour effects with stretch. Ideal for fashion sportswear and colour-effect fabric.
DTY 55D–300D
Cationic+PET
Two-Tone Effect
Polyurethane Covered Yarn
50D–300D + Spandex 20D/40D
Polyester filament covered over spandex core. Maximum stretch and recovery. Used in swimwear, leggings and tight-fit sportswear requiring high stretch ratio.
50D–300D
+Spandex 20D/40D
Max Stretch
Specifications
Full Specification Range
| Yarn Type | Form | Denier Range | Luster | Color | MOQ | Key Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Stretch | FDY / DTY | 20D – 300D | SD / FD / Bright | Raw White / Dope Dyed | 1,000 kg | Woven stretch, general sportswear |
| Dope Dyed Mechanical Stretch | DTY | 20D – 300D | SD / FD | Black / Navy / Custom | 1,000 kg | Coloured stretch fabric |
| PBT Elastic | DTY | 30D – 150D | SD / FD | Raw White | 1,000 kg | Swimwear, sportswear, hosiery |
| PTT / Sorona | FDY / DTY | 50D / 75D | SD | Raw White | 1,000 kg | Premium sportswear, soft stretch |
| T400 (PET+PTT/Sorona) | FDY / DTY | 50D – 150D | SD / FD | Raw White | 1,000 kg | High-end sportswear, performance fabric |
| T800 (PBT+PET) | DTY | 30D – 300D | SD / FD | Raw White | 1,000 kg | Mid-high performance sportswear |
| SPH Self-Crimp | DTY | 30D – 300D | SD | Raw White | 1,000 kg | Athleisure, casual stretch fabric |
| Cationic Composite Elastic | DTY | 55D – 300D | CD+SD | Two-Tone Effect | 1,000 kg | Fashion sportswear, colour-effect |
| Polyurethane Covered | DTY | 50D–300D + Spandex | SD | Raw White / Dyed | 1,000 kg | Swimwear, leggings, tight-fit |
All prices FOB Xiamen. Custom specifications available on request. Contact us for current pricing and lead times.
End Uses
Where Our Elastic Yarns Perform
From competitive sportswear to everyday athleisure — elastic yarn is the foundation of stretch fabric performance.
Swimwear
PBT and T400 for chlorine resistance, shape retention and UV protection in competitive swimwear.
Sportswear & Activewear
T400, T800 and Mechanical Stretch for compression leggings, running shorts and training tops.
Yoga & Athleisure
SPH and Cationic Composite for soft, comfortable stretch fabric with fashion colour effects.
Intimate Apparel
Covered spandex yarn and PBT for seamless bra fabric, underwear and shapewear.
Outdoor & Technical
T800 and mechanical stretch for outdoor jackets, hiking trousers and technical performance fabric.
Woven Stretch Fabric
Mechanical stretch FDY as weft or warp for stretch suiting, workwear and 4-way stretch fabric.
Hosiery & Socks
PBT DTY for compression socks, support hosiery and knitted seamless leg fabric.
Compression Garments
Covered spandex yarn for medical-grade compression stockings and sports compression sleeves.
Why Yaakan
Why Source Elastic Yarn from Us
01
Complete Elastic Range
From basic mechanical stretch to advanced bicomponent T400 and T800 — we supply the full spectrum of elastic yarn types from a single source, simplifying your procurement.
02
Certified Mill Partners
We work with certified polyester mills with dedicated bicomponent spinning lines. Quality certificates provided for every shipment. SGS inspection available on request.
03
FOB Xiamen — Fast Transit
All elastic yarn ships FOB Xiamen. Transit to South Asia 10–14 days, Southeast Asia 4–7 days, Middle East 12–18 days. Samples available via DHL within 5 working days.
04
Custom Specifications
Non-standard deniers, special lustre combinations, dope dyed colors and composite structures available on custom order. Share your requirement and we'll advise on feasibility.
05
18 Years Export Experience
Serving buyers in 50+ countries since 2008. Experienced export team, professional documentation, and reliable delivery track record across all major textile markets.
06
24-Hour Response
Send us your specification and quantity — we respond with pricing, stock confirmation and lead time within 24 hours on business days. WhatsApp for faster response.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) is a single-component elastic yarn with reliable stretch recovery and chemical resistance. T400 is a bicomponent yarn made from PET and DuPont™ Sorona® (PTT), offering softer stretch, better elastic recovery and a more cotton-like hand feel. T400 is the premium option for high-end sportswear; PBT is more cost-effective for standard applications.
SPH (Self-Crimping Yarn) is a bicomponent polyester yarn that develops stretch through heat treatment during fabric finishing — no spandex core is used. Compared to spandex-covered yarn, SPH is easier to process (no special covering machines needed), more stable at high temperatures, and generally more economical. Stretch ratio is lower than spandex-covered yarn but sufficient for most athleisure and casual applications.
PBT DTY is the most widely used elastic yarn for swimwear due to its excellent chlorine resistance, UV resistance and shape retention after repeated stretching and washing in pool water. For premium swimwear brands, T400 is increasingly specified for its softer feel and superior recovery. Polyurethane-covered spandex yarn is used where maximum stretch is required.
Yes. Dope dyed (solution dyed) mechanical stretch yarn is available in black, navy, grey and custom colours. Dope dyed yarn offers superior colour fastness — ideal for outdoor and sportswear fabric that requires wash fastness and UV resistance. Minimum order quantities may be higher for non-standard colours. Contact us with your colour requirement for availability and pricing.
MOQ is 1,000 kg per specification for all elastic yarn types. Lead time is typically 20–30 days after deposit. Samples are available in 1–3 kg quantities — shipped via DHL within 3–5 working days, you pay courier cost only. All orders ship FOB Xiamen with a mill quality certificate.
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