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Custom t-shirt manufacturer in Turkey

We manufacture custom t-shirts from our production base in Izmir, Turkey. Full-package service from fabric to finished, packed garments: cotton jersey from 140 to 240 GSM, screen printing, embroidery, DTG, minimum 50 pieces per colour.

Production specifications

Fabric weight140 to 240 GSM
Compositions100% cotton, cotton-polyester blends, organic cotton (GOTS on request), tri-blend
Fabric typesSingle jersey, compact combed, ring-spun, slub, pique
MOQ50 pcs per colour, per style
Sample lead time10 to 14 business days
Bulk lead time20 to 30 business days after sample approval
Delivery to EU4 days by truck (Izmir to Milano)
EU duty0% on eligible garments under Customs Union (A.TR)

Styles we produce

Crew neck t-shirt

Classic round neck. Regular, relaxed or oversized fit. 160–220 GSM.

V-neck t-shirt

Clean V-neck cut. Fitted or relaxed. Popular for basics lines.

Oversized t-shirt

Drop shoulder, boxy cut. 200–240 GSM heavyweight for streetwear.

Long-sleeve t-shirt

Crew or mock neck. Standard or oversized fit. Layering essential.

Crop top

Women's cropped length with raw hem or banded options.

Polo shirt

Pique or jersey knit. Button placket, ribbed collar. 180–240 GSM.

Printing and decoration

  • Screen printing (up to 8 colours)
  • DTG (direct-to-garment) printing
  • DTF (direct-to-film) transfer
  • Heat transfer and vinyl
  • Discharge printing for vintage effect
  • Embroidery (flat, 3D puff, chain stitch)
  • Woven labels and custom neck labels
  • Custom hang tags and packaging

Why produce t-shirts in Turkey

01

Turkey is one of the largest cotton producers in the world. Yarn spinning, knitting, dyeing and finishing all happen within the Izmir and Denizli regions.

02

Eligible garments enter the EU at 0% duty under the Turkey-EU Customs Union. Road freight reaches Milano in 4 days.

03

Lower minimums than East Asia: we produce custom t-shirts from 50 pcs per colour, making Turkey ideal for emerging brands and small-batch production.

04

Turkey is a leading organic cotton sourcing region, with growing capacity in GOTS-certified and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 fabrics.

05

Full vertical supply chain in one region means faster turnaround, easier quality control and no long-distance shipping between production stages.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum order for custom t-shirts?

50 pieces per colour, per style. For a first collaboration, we can discuss trial quantities starting from 35 pcs through our Start Your Brand programme.

What fabric weights are available for t-shirts?

We produce t-shirts from 140 GSM (lightweight) to 240 GSM (heavyweight). Standard weights are 160-180 GSM for basics and 200-240 GSM for premium streetwear.

What printing techniques do you offer?

Screen printing (up to 8 colours), DTG (direct-to-garment), DTF, heat transfer, sublimation and discharge printing. We advise the best technique based on your design and fabric.

Can you produce organic cotton t-shirts?

Yes. We source GOTS-certified organic cotton on request. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified fabrics are available as standard. Turkey is one of the leading organic cotton producing regions.

How long does t-shirt production take?

Sampling takes 10-14 business days. Bulk production takes 20-30 business days after sample approval, depending on quantity and decoration complexity.

Do you ship t-shirts to Europe duty-free?

Yes. Eligible garments enter the EU at 0% duty under the Turkey-EU Customs Union with A.TR documentation. Truck freight from Izmir reaches most EU destinations within a week.

Ready to produce your t-shirts in Turkey?

Send us your design, artwork or reference images. We will come back with fabric options, pricing and a production timeline.

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