How to Import Circular Knitting Machines from China to Bangladesh: Factory Sourcing & L/C Guide

Essential Procurement Guide for Importing Textile Machinery from China

Circular knitting machinery constitutes the backbone of Bangladesh's export knitwear and composite textile industry. Selecting and importing the right equipment directly from Chinese manufacturers demands strict technical diligence, banking compliance, and international shipping coordination.

1. Defining Factory Technical Specifications

Before contacting suppliers in China, determine your exact fabric requirements:

Machine Class: Decide between Single Jersey Circular Knitting Machines, double jersey interlock, rib, auto-striper, or jacquard units.

Diameter & Gauge Selection: For Bangladesh knit composite mills, 30" to 34" cylinder diameters and 24G, 28G, or 32G gauges are the primary standard.

Inverter Drives & Feeders: Verify high-grade Japanese or Taiwanese servos, computerized lubrication units, and genuine storage feeders.

2. Sourcing from Manufacturing Hubs

Shaoxing and Quanzhou represent China's leading textile machinery manufacturing clusters. Verifying actual manufacturing capability versus intermediary trading houses ensures build quality and direct after-sales warranty. Having an on-the-ground presence in Shaoxing provides real-time trial-run verification before packaging.

3. Commercial Contract & Irrevocable 100% L/C

Capital machinery imports into Bangladesh operate strictly through banking channels under authorized dealer guidelines:

Proforma Invoice (PI): Specify the exact HS Code (Heading 8447.11), technical motor ratings, needle specifications, and spare parts inclusions.

Incoterms: Contract under CFR Chattogram (Cost and Freight) where sea freight to Chattogram port is borne by the exporter.

Payment Structure: Open an irrevocable 100% Letter of Credit (L/C) with your nominated commercial bank.

4. Third-Party Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)

Mandating an independent inspection via SGS or Intertek ensures machine condition, cylinder runout tolerances, and seaworthy rust-proof barrier packing before container sealing.

5. Customs Clearance & Showroom Demonstration

Once your cargo arrives at Chattogram Port, endorsed documents (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, and PSI report) are processed by your licensed C&F agent.

For factory owners seeking to avoid import complexity, Tasneem Knitting Industry operates a direct China sourcing office in Shaoxing and an operational showroom at Narayanganj BSCIC Industrial Park, offering ready running demonstrations and full CFR/LC facilitation.