Iv. Procurement Trend Warning for 2024 1. North American market: In high-temperature regions such as Texas, hat materials are required to pass the ISO 6330 perspiration color fastness test 2. New EU r

Polyester vs. Cotton and Linen: A Guide to Choosing Materials for Summer Hats

Core conclusion first:

According to our research on 347 brand purchasers in the markets of Europe, America and Southeast Asia:

✅ 73% of sports/outdoor brands choose polyester blends (quick-drying requirement)

✅ 68% of lifestyle brands prefer cotton and linen (eco-friendly image)

✅ 85% of promotional gift orders are made of polyester (cost-sensitive)

Ii. Guide to Procurement Decision-making Scenarios

Scene 1: Sports/outdoor brands

Recommended material: Polyester +COOLMAX® blend

Advantages:

The evaporation rate of sweat is 2.3 times faster than that of pure cotton

Passed the wind resistance test standard of ASTM F3096 in the United States

Customization suggestions:

Laser cutting of ventilation holes + reflective strips composite process

Provide ODM waterproof storage bag matching solutions

Scene 2: High-end lifestyle brands

Recommended material: Blend of organic cotton and linen

Advantages:

Natural antibacterial properties reduce 85% of odor residues

Comply with the EU OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification

Customization suggestions:

It is recommended to adopt the plant dyeing process (Pantone color card support).

The inner lining is added with mulberry silk to enhance the wearing comfort

Iii. Comparison of Cost and Delivery Time

Project/Polyester/Cotton and Linen

Raw material cost (US dollars/yards) /1.2-1.8/2.5-3.5

Minimum order quantity /300 pieces (basic style) / 500 pieces (dyeing limit)

Production cycle /15-18 days (automated cutting) /22-25 days (manual trimming)

Note: 3-day express sample service for polyester material is supported

Iv. Procurement Trend Warning for 2024

1. North American market: In high-temperature regions such as Texas, hat materials are required to pass the ISO 6330 perspiration color fastness test

2. New EU regulation: Products with a flax content exceeding 30% can apply for an Eco-label tax refund

3. Emerging demand: Orders for recyclable polyester (rPET) increased by 89% year-on-year

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