BJJ gi manufacturer guide: fabric, MOQ, cost and lead time
What a private-label BJJ gi is made of, the decisions to make before you ask for a quote, how sampling and bulk production work, and what it costs from a factory.
In short
Blackthorn World makes custom BJJ gis to order: pearl-weave jackets with ripstop pants in white, blue, black and custom colours, with embroidered and woven patches, printed or sublimated lining and your own labels, in adult and kids sizes. The minimum order is 50 pieces per design and the indicative price is $22–$38 per gi FOB. Development samples take 10–12 working days and bulk production takes 2–3 weeks after sample approval.
- Jacket
- Pearl-weave cotton; weight confirmed with your quote
- Pants
- Ripstop cotton with drawstring or rope waist
- MOQ
- 50 pieces per design
- Price band
- Indicative $22–$38 per gi FOB
- Lead time
- Sample 10–12 working days; bulk 2–3 weeks after approval
- Range
- All BJJ gis — adult and kids
What a private-label gi is made of
| Part | What we use |
|---|---|
| Jacket | Pearl-weave cotton (weight confirmed with your quote) |
| Pants | Ripstop cotton with a drawstring or rope waist |
| Colours | White, blue, black and custom colours |
| Branding | Embroidered and woven patches, embroidered lapel text, printed or sublimated lining |
| Sizes | Adult and kids |
The kids range uses the same approach: classic white, royal blue and midnight navy, plus single-weave and lightweight academy styles.
Decisions to make before you request a quote
- Colour — white, blue and black are the standard set. Earth tones, a navy base with a pinstripe, or coloured trim panels help a brand stand out on the mats. Our current range includes olive, navy-copper, burgundy, teal and purple trim designs.
- Patch plan — embroidered or woven patches, where each one sits, and whether the lapel carries embroidered text.
- Lining — the inside of the jacket can carry a printed or sublimated pattern, which gives a gi its identity without changing the outside.
- Sizes and split — kids and adults are separate designs. The 50-piece minimum applies per design, so plan the size run before you order.
- Event rules — if your athletes compete, check the gi rules of the federations and events they enter (colours, patch placement, fit) before you approve a design.
How ordering works
- Send the design brief, size run and target quantity on WhatsApp or to sales@blackthorn-textile.com.
- We make a development sample in 10–12 working days. Samples are charged per style plus courier and credited against your first bulk order.
- You approve the sample.
- Bulk production takes 2–3 weeks after approval, plus shipping.
What it costs
The indicative price is $22–$38 per gi, FOB. Where you land in that band depends on the fabric specification, the number of patches, the lining print and the quantity. The final price is confirmed in your quote.
Quality and where we ship
Production runs under ISO 9001:2015, WRAP and an SGS-verified supplier assessment, and Blackthorn World has a USA sales office in Ellicott City, Maryland. We ship to the USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Europe, the Nordics, Australia and New Zealand.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for a private-label BJJ gi?
50 pieces per design.
How long does a custom BJJ gi take?
Development samples take 10–12 working days. Bulk production takes 2–3 weeks after sample approval, plus shipping.
Can I put my own labels and patches on the gi?
Yes. We supply embroidered and woven patches, embroidered lapel text and your own labels.
Do you make kids BJJ gis?
Yes, in adult and kids sizes. Kids styles include classic white, royal blue and midnight navy.
Can the lining carry a print?
Yes. The lining can be printed or sublimated with your pattern.
Are samples free?
Development samples are charged per style plus courier, and the charge is credited against your first bulk order.
How much does a custom BJJ gi cost?
The indicative price is $22–$38 per gi FOB, depending on fabric, patches, lining print and quantity. The final price is confirmed in your quote.