Cashmere Hoodie Wholesale Guide: Knit Gauge, Yarn Count & Construction Specs for B2B Buyers

Cashmere hoodies occupy a specific corner of the cashmere market — too casual for a traditional V-neck cardigan buyer, too refined for an athleisure program. The B2B buyers who do well with cashmere hoodies are usually building one of three product lines: premium athleisure (¥800–2,500 retail), boutique layering pieces ($180–450 retail), or corporate-casual uniform programs (where the hood replaces a formal collar). Each program has different specs, different MOQ requirements, and different risk profiles.

This guide walks through the engineering and sourcing decisions that determine whether a cashmere hoodie program succeeds at your retail tier. It is written from the perspective of an Ordos facility that produces both jacquard cable-knit hoodies and simpler flat-knit hoodies for private-label buyers.

Cashmere Hoodie vs Cashmere Crewneck Pullover: When to Add the Hood

A hoodie adds roughly $4–8 to the wholesale unit cost versus a comparable crewneck pullover. The hood (with or without drawcord) requires:

• An additional knitted piece (the hood itself) — typically 60–90g for a cashmere hood
• A drawcord channel — usually a contrasting cashmere cord with metal or fabric tips
• Front pocket integration if specified (kangaroo or side-seam welt pockets add $1.50–3.00)
• Button-front or zip-front closure as an alternative to the pullover — adds $2.50–5.50

If your retail program is already selling cashmere crewnecks at $180+ retail, the marginal cost of adding a hooded version is small relative to the consumer-perceived novelty. If you are below $120 retail, the hood cost premium is harder to absorb.

Construction: Pullover vs Zip-Front vs Button-Front

Three hoodie constructions are common in cashmere:

Pullover hoodie (no front closure): the simplest and most common. Wholesale $32–42 per piece, MOQ 100. Best for boutique layering programs.

Button-front hoodie (full button placket, 5–7 buttons): more structured look, blends hoodie aesthetics with cardigan styling. Wholesale $36–48 per piece, MOQ 100. Best for transitional-season retail and corporate-casual uniform programs.

Zip-front hoodie: requires metal or plastic zipper integration, more complex construction. Wholesale $38–52 per piece, MOQ 200. Best for premium athleisure where the zip is a brand feature.

Knit Gauge and Yarn Count

Gauge 5gg – 7gg (chunky): 380–480g hoodie weight. Visible cable-knit or jacquard texture, drapes heavily, premium gift-set aesthetic. The most common gauge for cable-knit cashmere hoodies.

Gauge 9gg – 12gg (mid): 280–360g hoodie weight. Smooth or lightly patterned surface, balanced structure. Standard for commercial cashmere hoodie production.

Gauge 14gg (fine): 220–280g hoodie weight. Smooth surface, refined drape, dressier aesthetic. Common for athleisure-tier cashmere hoodies sold at premium retail.

Yarn count: 2/26 Nm woolen-spun for chunky knits (most common); 2/48 Nm worsted-spun for fine-gauge pieces (premium tier). Worsted-spun yarn adds 30–40% to the yarn cost.

Fiber and Origin

All cashmere hoodie programs at our Ordos facility use Grade A Mongolian cashmere at 14.5–15.5μm. Cashmere finer than 14.5μm (Grade A+) is available for premium athleisure programs at +25% fiber cost.

Sustainability: Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) chain-of-custody certification is available for buyers requiring herder-welfare documentation. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification is included by default for all garments.

Standard Specification: Cable-Knit Cashmere Hoodie

The most-requested cashmere hoodie spec at our facility is a jacquard cable-knit pullover with drawcord hood, kangaroo pocket, and ribbed cuffs and hem. Standard specs:

Specification	Standard Cable-Knit Hoodie
Fiber	Grade A Mongolian 14.5–15.5μm cashmere
Yarn	2/26 Nm woolen-spun
Gauge	7gg
Weight	420–480g
Hood	Drawcord with cashmere cord + metal tips
Pocket	Kangaroo pocket
Cuff/Hem	2×2 rib, 6–8cm
Buttons	None (pullover)
Sizes	XS / S / M / L / XL / XXL
Colors	Stock 8 Pantone shades + custom
MOQ	100 pieces per design
Lead time	30–40 days bulk + 20–35 days sea freight
Wholesale FOB Tianjin	USD 36–46 per piece
Retail markup (typical)	5–7x
Retail price range	USD 200–340

Customization Options for Private Label

• Woven label at center-back neck, MOQ 100 pieces
• Custom Pantone from 5 kg per color, 7–10 day lab dip
• Drawcord color and tip material — brushed metal, fabric-wrapped, leather (premium), MOQ 100 pieces
• Kangaroo pocket or side-seam welt pockets — design choice
• Custom button material for button-front versions — horn, corozo, mother-of-pearl (premium), plastic (economy)
• Branded care label and hangtag, MOQ 100 pieces
• Custom packaging — branded polybag, tissue, rigid box, MOQ 100 pieces

MOQ and Lead Time

Order size	Production lead time
100–500 pcs	30–35 days
500–2,000 pcs	35–45 days
2,000+ pcs	45–60 days
Custom Pantone (5+ kg per color)	+7–10 days lab dip
Branded packaging	+5–7 days
Sample timeline	7–10 days, USD 35–80 per piece, refundable against bulk order

Common Mistakes B2B Buyers Make

Mistake 1: Specifying a fine-gauge 14gg hoodie for a gift-set program. The yarn becomes too thin to express cable-knit or jacquard patterns. Use 5gg – 9gg for pattern programs; reserve 14gg for plain-knit athleisure.

Mistake 2: Forgetting to specify hood lining. A single-layer cashmere hood against bare skin can feel scratchy on sensitive users. A double-layer hood or jersey lining adds $1.50–2.50 per piece and dramatically improves wearer comfort.

Mistake 3: Underestimating the drawcord cost. Premium metal or leather-tipped drawcords add $1.20–2.80 per piece. For 1,000-piece orders this becomes a meaningful line item.

Mistake 4: Skipping sample fitting on size S and XXL. Cashmere hoodie sizing is more forgiving than woven garments, but the hood-to-shoulder drop still varies. Always request size-run samples before bulk production.

Sustainability and Origin

All cashmere for our hoodie program is sourced from the Alashan and Ordos goat herds, dehairing April–June each year. SFA certification is available for buyers who require herder-welfare documentation.

For brands with regenerative-wool positioning, a 70% cashmere / 30% merino blend is available at -8% fiber cost. The blend improves durability for athleisure-tier wear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical MOQ for a cashmere hoodie?

MOQ is 100 pieces per design in stock colors. Custom Pantone from 5 kg per color (about 100 hoodies). Custom drawcord colors and tip materials from 100 pieces.

Can I get a sample hoodie before placing the bulk order?

Yes. Sample lead time is 7–10 days. Sample cost USD 35–80 per piece, refundable against the first bulk order over 300 pieces. Size-run samples (S / M / L) recommended.

What gauge is best for a cable-knit cashmere hoodie?

5gg – 7gg chunky knit. The yarn weight expresses the cable pattern definition. 9gg is acceptable for fine cables; 14gg is too smooth for textured patterns.

Can I add a zip-front version to the same program?

Yes. Zip-front cashmere hoodies use the same yarn and gauge specs but require a different pattern piece set. MOQ 200 pieces for zip-front versions.

What is the lead time for a 500-piece custom Pantone order?

Approximately 50–65 days total: 7–10 days lab dip, 35–40 days bulk production, 3–5 days QC, plus 20–35 days sea freight.

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Browse our Wholesale Cable Knit Cashmere Hoodie collection for current FW 2026 designs, or compare against our Cashmere Cardigan programs for matching layering pieces.