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Apparel cost calculator.
Get an indicative ex-factory unit cost, FOB range, lead time, MOQ tier and shipment estimate for your garment, then send the summary straight to the DRESSOURCE team.
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Factory-accurate Bangladesh pricing
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CBM + freight guidance
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01 — Product Type
02 — Quantity
200 pcs
50 pcs
2,000 pcs
💡 Optimal MOQ range — best price-efficiency tier
⚠ Quantity below standard MOQ for this product. Surcharge may apply.
02a — Size & Fit
03 — Fabric Type
Cotton Jersey
Standard
Organic Cotton
+18%
Poly Jersey
−12%
Blend
+5%
04 — Print / Decoration
None / Basic — 1-colour print or embroidery
Standard — multi-colour / AOP print
Premium — embroidery + garment wash + extra detailing
05 — Packaging
Basic
+$0.20/pc
Standard
+$0.50/pc
Premium
+$1.00/pc
06 — Shipping Method
Shipping cost varies based on weight, CBM, destination, and final packing. Contact DRESSOURCE for exact logistics rate.
07 — Destination Region
Landed cost depends on destination, duties, taxes, and logistics. Contact DRESSOURCE for full landed cost.
08 — Preferred Payment Method
Available payment methods may vary depending on order type and country.
01 — Product Type
02 — Quantity
200 pcs
50 pcs
2,000 pcs
03 — Size & Fit
Fit
Standard fabric consumption · No adjustment
Size Range
Standard sizing · No adjustment to fabric usage or garment weight
04 — Fabric & Construction
Fabric Category
GSM Range
Wash Type
Print Type
Trim Level
Packaging
05 — Shipping Method
Shipping cost varies based on weight, CBM, destination, and final packing. Contact DRESSOURCE for exact logistics rate.
06 — Destination Region
Landed cost depends on destination, duties, taxes, and logistics. Contact DRESSOURCE for full landed cost.
07 — Preferred Payment Method
Available payment methods may vary depending on order type and country.
Estimated Unit cost (ex-factory Bangladesh)
$4.03
—
$5.52
per piece
FOB Total Cost (Est. Range)
$1,060
—
$1,240
Ex-factory · 200 pcs
Upper = standard BD FOB incl. local charges
Upper = standard BD FOB incl. local charges
Market Comparison · Bangladesh vs.
🇨🇳 China
~18% higher
🇻🇳 Vietnam
~12% higher
🇮🇳 India
~7% higher
Bangladesh offers the most competitive ex-factory cost for this category.
Fabric & Materials$1.81 / 45%
Production & Labour$1.21 / 30%
Print / Embroidery$0.60 / 15%
Washing & Finishing$0.12 / 3%
Packing & Trims$0.20 / 5%
Tech Pack Development+$25 flat
Delivery (est.)$400 total
Production Lead Time
Fabric Sourcing
→
Cutting
→
Sewing
→
QC
→
Packing
| Qty Range | Category | Lead Time |
|---|
Lead times reflect production timeline only. QC & Compliance is handled in parallel before shipment. Shipping depends on selected mode and final booking. Lead time may vary depending on fabric, trims, and order complexity.
Enable Fast Track
Reduces lead time ~20% · Adds +12–18% to production cost
+12–18%
Standard
Production22–28 days
QC & ComplianceIncluded
Shipping5–7 days
Production Total22–28 days
Fast Track
Production—
QC & ComplianceIncluded
Shipping—
Production Total—
Fast Track reduces production timeline by ~20% and adds +12–18% upcharge. Contact DRESSOURCE to confirm slot availability.
Current Quantity Tier
50–99 pcs
Low
100–299 pcs
Balanced
300–499 pcs
Recommended
500+ pcs
Bulk
Recommended tier — Best price-efficiency balance. Unlocks priority production scheduling and optimised freight consolidation.
Unit Savings vs 50 pcs
—
Next Tier Unlocks At
500 pcs
Smart Insights
You're in optimal MOQ range — best price-efficiency tier
Switching to Polyester reduces cost by ~12% if product allows
Sea freight is most economical — saves significantly on delivery
Shipment Estimator — Range-Based Logistics
Calculated using standard Bangladesh export packing & DHL 20kg carton reference. Carton count rounded UP to next full carton.
Product Weight Range
— g/pc
Pcs per 20kg Carton
— pcs / carton
Estimated Cartons
— cartons
Estimated Total CBM
— CBM
Total Shipment Weight
— kg
Shipping Intelligence
🚢 Sea Freight
SpeedSlower
CostLower
Best for: bulk shipments
✈ Air Freight
SpeedMedium
CostMedium
Best for: urgent moderate shipments
🚀 Courier (DHL / FedEx)
SpeedFast
CostHigher
Best for: samples / small parcels
Recommended for this volume: Sea freight
Important: Estimated carton and CBM are calculated based on standard Bangladesh export packing and DHL 20kg carton reference. Final carton size, pcs per carton, gross weight, volumetric weight, and CBM may vary after final folding, packing method, fabric GSM, trims, print/embroidery, and buyer packing requirements.
Sampling** Sampling charge may apply on below 500 pcsA sampling charge may apply on any kind of order below 500 pcs. This covers pattern development, pre-production samples, and material sourcing for small runs.
Tech PackImproves accuracyIf no tech pack is available, development support may add cost depending on complexity.
PackagingCustom branding setupApprox. $100–$150 setup for orders below 500 pcs. Materials may be reusable.
Fast Track+12–18% upchargeReduces lead time ~20%. Available only between 500–1,000 pcs.
ColorPantone & dark colorsPantone matching adds dev time. Dark dye-lots may incur small surcharges.
SizingExtended sizing (2XL–6XL)May increase fabric usage, garment weight, and final cost vs. XS–XL.
All prices are estimated based on Bangladesh ex-factory costing
Final quotation confirmed within 24 hours of receiving tech pack or brief
Shipping rates confirmed after order — contact DRESSOURCE for exact freight
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Final quotation reviewed within 24 business hours. Final pricing, MOQ, timeline and production feasibility are confirmed only after reviewing product details, fabric, trims, artwork, quantity, packing, compliance requirements and logistics route.
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Send your tech pack, reference image, product idea, target quantity or fabric preference through any channel. Final pricing, MOQ, timeline and production feasibility are confirmed after the team reviews your details.