Premium Ultra-Sheer Wool Knit Top | Advanced PVA Tech OEM
Product Description
Product Overview
Achieving a truly "sheer" look using natural wool fibers is the ultimate test of a knitwear factory. This ultra-lightweight long-sleeve top provides a sophisticated, translucent aesthetic. It is perfect for wearing over luxury bralettes in the summer, or acting as an invisible, thermo-regulating base layer under tailored garments in the autumn.
Technical Specifications
Final Garment Material: 100% Super Fine Merino Wool (or Wool/Silk blend)
Manufacturing Process: Knitted using a 50% Wool / 50% PVA (Polyvinyl Alcohol) yarn. The PVA is completely dissolved during the finishing wash, resulting in the ultra-light final garment.
Knitting Configuration: 16 Gauge (16GG)
Fabric Profile: Diaphanous (Semi-sheer), weightless, highly breathable
Style: Long Sleeve Pullover (Crew neck, Mock neck, or Turtleneck available)
Edges: Seamless tubular hems to maintain the weightless aesthetic
Season: Spring / Summer / Early Autumn
Manufacturing Excellence: The Science of Water-Soluble Knitting
Why do we use PVA technology?
Overcoming the Limits of Wool: To create a fabric this thin, the wool yarn must be incredibly fine. However, ultra-fine wool is fragile and snaps easily under the tension of a 16-gauge machine. By twisting the wool with PVA fiber, we give the yarn temporary super-strength to survive the knitting process.
The "Magic" Wash: Once the garment is fully knitted, it undergoes a highly controlled heated washing process. The PVA fiber dissolves completely into the water, leaving zero chemical residue behind.
The Result: What remains is a 100% natural wool garment that is vastly lighter, more open, and more delicate than could ever be achieved through standard knitting methods.
Advanced OEM Customization
Custom Opacity: We can adjust the thickness of the initial wool yarn to control exactly how "sheer" or transparent the final garment becomes after the wash.
Delicate Dyeing: Because the fabric is so thin, it absorbs reactive dyes beautifully, creating incredibly vibrant, luminous colors that will not fade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for this PVA technology?
A: Our standard MOQ is 100 pieces per style/color.
Q2: Since the PVA dissolves, what is the actual fiber content on the care label?
A: The care label will state 100% Wool (or whichever natural fiber we blended the PVA with). The PVA is strictly a manufacturing aid and does not remain in the final product delivered to your customer.
Q3: Is this ultra-sheer wool garment fragile?
A: While it is visually delicate and extremely lightweight, the interlocked 16-gauge stitch structure provides excellent natural elasticity. However, we highly recommend labeling this item for "Cold Hand Wash Only" or "Dry Clean" to prevent snagging.
Q4: How long does sample production take?
A: Due to the specialized PVA spinning and the required dissolution washing process, custom sampling typically takes 10-14 days.
Push the boundaries of luxury knitwear with our advanced sheer-knit technology.
Send us your tech packs, opacity requirements, or request our ultra-fine yarn color card today. Our expert team guarantees quick communication and an accurate quotation.