A fully-fashioned luxury cashmere knitwear ecosystem in Kathmandu, Nepal — designed for boutique brands, lifestyle labels, and established houses seeking a reliable production partner.
Kanchan Cashmere is a specialist luxury cashmere manufacturer in Nepal, combining modern computerized knitting with refined hand skills inside our Kathmandu factory. Our capabilities cover the full knitwear spectrum — from fine 16GG women’s essentials and men’s elevated basics to 3GG sculpted outerwear and textured statement pieces in 100% cashmere and responsible blends. Every program is engineered to feel luxurious to the customer while remaining practical and repeatable for your buying and planning teams.
We support private label and white label cashmere programs for boutique brands, emerging designers and established houses across the USA, Canada, UK, Europe and Japan. Fully-fashioned construction, controlled washing and a disciplined approvals flow — from swatch to shipment sample — make our Kathmandu workshop a reliable long-term base for global cashmere sweaters from Nepal and complete knitwear collections.
For buyers searching for a trusted cashmere factory in Nepal, our role is clear: translate your creative direction into scalable, repeatable programs with realistic lead times, transparent communication and measurable quality at every step. Each project is backed by internal production sheets, our Buyer Studio overview and clearly assigned contacts, so you always know how your cashmere production in Nepal is progressing.
To see the breadth of structures and stitches that sit behind these capabilities, you can explore our Swatch Library, which showcases the knit language we use across many of our luxury cashmere from Nepal programs.
Our factory is set up deliberately around cashmere and fine woollen yarns, not as an afterthought to a generic knitwear line. From 3GG fisherman ribs and bold outerwear to 16GG light layering pieces, we calibrate each gauge with the right yarn count, stitch density and wash recipe so that drape, recovery and longevity stay in balance. This cashmere-first focus is what makes our cashmere factory in Kathmandu attractive for brands that want serious, long-term knitwear programs.
This approach lets us support both focused capsules and deeper, multi-style programs without fragmenting quality. As styles prove themselves at retail, we repeat and carefully extend them — new colours, structures or gauges — while protecting the original fit, surface and hand-feel. Over time, your cashmere from Nepal line develops a clear, recognisable signature rooted in stable production.
3GG · 5GG · 7GG · 8GG · 10GG · 12GG · 14GG · 16GG
From structured winter outerwear to featherweight cashmere layering pieces, each gauge is calibrated with the right yarn count, stitch density and tension. We match gauge to silhouette, market and target retail, so your cashmere knitwear from Nepal feels aligned with the rest of your brand universe — not too heavy, not too light, and always on-brief.
Cables, ribs, Milano, full needle, pointelle, jacquard, intarsia, hand-knit.
We can mirror existing brand signatures or engineer new stitch stories that are exclusive to your label. Our cashmere knit structure library in Nepal supports quiet minimal basics and also highly graphic, fashion-forward pieces for editorial campaigns and hero looks. Many of these structures originate from our in-house development and can be adapted for different yarns and gauges.
100% Cashmere (2/26, 2/28, 2/48, 2/60 NM)
Cashmere/silk · Baby cashmere · Recycled cashmere
We source via certified partners such as Cariaggi, Consinee, Top Line, Zhongding and UPW — always with clear technical data, colour continuity and traceable documents. Responsible, premium yarn sourcing is central to our luxury cashmere manufacturing in Nepal, and we can align with nominated mills or help you choose the most suitable yarn family for each market.
Swatch → Proto → Fit → SMS → PP → Bulk → Shipment Sample
Each step is documented in our internal production sheets and Buyer Studio, giving your team full visibility on status, timing and approvals. This structured flow makes onboarding a new cashmere supplier in Nepal smoother for merchandising, design and technical teams, and reduces the risk of surprises close to launch.
Hand linking · recipe wash · steam & press · AQL 2.5 · final inspection
Measurements, surface and hand-feel are checked against sealed standards before cartons are closed and dispatched from Kathmandu. AQL 2.5 is applied to all shipments, supporting low-return, high-consistency cashmere programs for retail and e-commerce. Finishing is tuned per yarn and gauge to protect both softness and long-term performance.
3GG–16GG fully-fashioned · in-house sampling · 5,000+ pcs/month
Capacity is planned with clear booking windows so that knitwear lead times and ex-factory dates remain realistic and reliable for each season. Our cashmere factory in Nepal is structured to handle both small capsules and multi-style, multi-delivery programs without compromising control.
For an editorial overview of our set-up, you can also visit our Manufacturing and About pages, which explain how these technical capabilities sit inside our broader factory and brand story in Nepal.
Our yarn library brings together Italian and Chinese spinners who specialise in luxury cashmere and responsible blends. For every style, we evaluate hand-feel, pilling resistance, recovery and colour depth before locking the final recipe, ensuring your cashmere sweaters and accessories from Nepal perform well in real wardrobes — not just in the showroom. Lab dips, cone IDs and documentation are tracked so that programs remain traceable and repeatable across seasons.
For brands working across multiple regions, we can align on nominated mills such as Cariaggi or Consinee, shared colour standards and long-term continuity shades — ensuring that reorders and future seasons still align with your original benchmarks. When requested, we can also work with recycled and certified yarns, following our internal material framework for compliant sustainability claims and responsible cashmere sourcing in Nepal.
Our in-house team supports yarn substitutions and weight optimisation to help you reach your desired retail prices while maintaining the luxury cashmere hand-feel your customer expects. This practical approach to yarn helps balance design ambition, sustainability targets and commercial reality, making our Sourcing approach a key part of the overall capabilities story.
Over the years we have refined a clear, traceable development system for cashmere knitwear. Each checkpoint has a defined output, timeline and approval structure so your merchandisers, designers and technical teams always know what to expect next when working with our cashmere factory in Kathmandu. This allows you to build cashmere into your assortment with confidence instead of treating it as a risky add-on.
This structured path keeps the creative process intact while turning it into a workable, repeatable cashmere production in Nepal workflow that can scale from one season to many.
| Gauge | Capabilities | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|
| 12–16GG | Fine stitches, minimal seams, subtle structures, smooth surfaces | Premium womenswear essentials, men’s elevated basics and lightweight cashmere layering pieces that sit close to the body or under tailoring. |
| 7–10GG | Cables, ribs, modern textures, engineered panels, compact jerseys | Luxury mid-gauge cashmere sweaters, cardigans and all-season knits that balance warmth, structure and versatility. |
| 5GG | Structured knits, heavier ribs, mixed structures, bold surfaces | Outerwear, statement FW cashmere pieces, heavier crews and hoodies that act as hero items in your cashmere from Nepal line. |
| 3GG | Chunky textures, dramatic silhouettes, expressive patterns | Fashion-forward cashmere knits, runway styles and editorial pieces where volume and texture are part of the brand story. |
Gauge selection is always confirmed alongside yarn, fit and retail positioning, so that surface, weight and price architecture work together for your market. Our team can advise which gauges are most suitable for your climate, channels and customer profile.
Exact timelines depend on yarn availability and program scale, but our planning always starts from realistic production windows. Below is a typical guide under normal conditions for fully-fashioned cashmere knitwear, aligned with our commercial terms and internal production planning in Nepal. For tight calendars or multi-drop collections, we build a shared plan with your team so that cashmere manufacturing in Nepal integrates smoothly into your wider sourcing mix.
| Stage | Typical Timing | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swatch | 5–10 working days | Based on yarn in hand or approved lab dips. All work is subject to yarn readiness and seasonal workload, especially during peak cashmere seasons. |
| Proto / Fit | 10–14 working days | Includes pattern, knitting, linking, washing and pressing for first approval, plus comment round from your technical and design teams. |
| SMS | 12–18 working days | Multiple colours/styles are planned together where possible to optimise development cost and calendar, particularly for wholesale seasons. |
| Bulk Production | 6–10 weeks | Depends on quantity, gauge, finishing complexity and yarn readiness; planned alongside your seasonal buying calendar and delivery windows. |
Minimums are discussed per program, but we are structured to support both focused capsules and deeper seasonal runs, with MOQ per style and colour aligned to realistic knitting and linking efficiencies inside our Kathmandu cashmere factory.
Nepal has quietly become a destination for authentic, small-batch cashmere production. From Kathmandu, Kanchan Cashmere offers a balance that many brands look for but rarely find: luxury-level craftsmanship, flexible batch sizes and transparent communication, all anchored in one integrated factory. This makes luxury cashmere from Nepal a strategic choice for brands that value both quality and partnership.
Working with a cashmere factory in Kathmandu gives brands access to experienced knit technicians, strong hand-finishing skills and a culture of detail that suits high-end collections. Our team understands both boutique buying cycles and larger retail calendars, which allows us to plan cashmere capsules, replenishment styles and seasonal drops with precision and realism.
For brands looking to diversify sourcing beyond traditional hubs, Nepal offers a distinct advantage: focused quality, direct owner-level oversight and the ability to develop long-term, relationship-driven programs. Our Why Nepal page explains this location advantage in more depth within the context of global cashmere manufacturing.
Luxury today is measured not only by hand-feel and design, but by the responsibility behind each piece. Kanchan Cashmere follows a clear framework for responsible cashmere knitwear production in Nepal, anchored by recognised global standards and practical everyday discipline in our factory. Responsibility is built into how we plan sampling, manage yarn and control quality.
We work with yarns and partners that support standards such as SFA, GRS, RCS, GOTS, RWS and OEKO-TEX®, and we maintain accurate documentation for each program where certified yarns are requested. Our internal eco-packaging and care-guide guidelines help brands communicate washing, storage and longevity to their end customers — extending the life of each cashmere garment and supporting lower-impact wardrobes.
Beyond formal certifications, we focus on pragmatic sustainability: optimised lay plans for reduced waste, realistic sampling volumes, careful yarn planning to minimise leftover stock and structured QC to reduce rework. The result is a cashmere supplier in Nepal that takes both quality and cost seriously, without compromising integrity. For a broader sustainability view, you can also refer to our About and Sourcing pages.
We primarily support three types of programs: capsule launches, seasonal collections and ongoing core ranges. Each has a slightly different rhythm, but the same underlying discipline: clear specifications, transparent timelines and honest communication when something changes. This is how we keep cashmere production in Nepal predictable for your teams.
Typical MOQ per style and colour is discussed during onboarding, based on gauge, complexity and yarn selection. We aim to keep minimums friendly enough for boutique brands while still respecting factory-level efficiency for knitting and linking. Where needed, we agree pilot runs before scaling to higher volumes.
For brands building long-term cashmere production partnerships, we also support rolling programs, replenishment models and continuity shades that stay available across multiple seasons. This allows your best-selling cashmere sweaters from Nepal to remain in line with other core categories in your range.
Whether you are a boutique label exploring your first cashmere capsule or an established brand adding a new cashmere manufacturing partner in Nepal, the way we work remains clear and structured. The aim is to make cashmere feel like a stable, low-drama category that supports your brand rather than creating last-minute challenges.
This journey connects directly with the other pillars in our Knowledge Hub — About, Why Nepal, Manufacturing and Sourcing — giving your team a complete picture of how we support serious cashmere programs from Nepal.
As a specialist cashmere manufacturer in Nepal, we partner with boutique labels, emerging designers and established international brands looking for a dependable, long-term knitwear production base. The common factor is a long-term view: building cashmere collections and programs that can grow season after season while maintaining a recognisable brand signature.
Focused assortments, smaller batches and high storytelling value — supported by tight control on fit, yarn selection and hand-feel. Ideal for brands building their first cashmere knitwear capsule from Nepal, or shifting from generic knit suppliers to a dedicated cashmere partner.
Scaling from first knitwear capsules to full cashmere programs, with repeatable structures and core fits that can be carried forward. We help you build a clear architecture of essentials, signature pieces and seasonal highlights, all grounded in stable cashmere production in Nepal.
Larger runs, tighter calendars and dedicated swatch libraries aligned with existing brand standards and regional buying calendars. For established houses, we act as a quiet, reliable cashmere production partner in Nepal, integrating seamlessly into your global sourcing mix and supporting long-term category growth.
A concise overview of how we usually collaborate with brands, from first contact to bulk delivery. For specific questions about your program, our team in Kathmandu is available to talk through details and build a tailored cashmere from Nepal roadmap.
Yes. We support focused capsules and test programs, with realistic MOQs per style and colour depending on gauge and complexity. This makes it easier for new brands to start with a cashmere factory in Nepal without overcommitting. As programs grow, we can scale quantities while keeping core fits, yarns and structures consistent over multiple seasons.
We regularly ship to the USA, Canada, the UK, Europe and Japan, and we are familiar with the documentation, packing and labelling details required by premium retailers and wholesalers. For new regions, we review local requirements together before the first shipment so that your cashmere from Nepal arrives fully compliant.
In most cases, yes. We work from your tech packs, size sets, wash standards and trim guidelines, and we can build a dedicated swatch library that mirrors your core structures, tension and hand-feel. Where needed, we also suggest improvements that support fit stability, cost control or better long-term performance for your cashmere sweaters from Nepal.
You can begin with a concise brief outlining your target markets, price range, preferred yarns and approximate launch date. From there we suggest a starting capsule, propose gauges and structures, share timelines and agree a swatch and proto plan. Once the first pieces are approved, we can build a multi-season luxury cashmere from Nepal roadmap together, supported by the wider content in our Knowledge Hub.
For Design & Technical Teams
Share your style references, yarn preferences, and intended fit direction. Our team will prepare a clear, structured development plan for proto → SMS → PP.
