What belongs in a fleece hoodie manufacturer RFQ?
Start with GSM range, Cotton/poly blend, Brushed back, Surface smoothness. Add the quantity by color and size, destination country and required date.

For a brushed fleece hoodie, specify the interior finish separately from cotton content and GSM. Compare the face for decoration, the back for softness, and the complete sample for pilling, dimensional change and hood balance; no blend name proves performance by itself.
Source and test fleece by GSM, composition, brushing, shrinkage, surface smoothness and decoration compatibility.

Brushed fleece
Drop shoulder, sleeve volume, cropped or long-body proportion.Fit sample
420-500 GSM fleece
Oversized shoulders, double hood, rib tension and shrinkage checks.Sample first
Fleece or French terry
Zipper, drawcord, labels, embroidery and packing details.Quote by trim
Print and embroidery
Puff print, applique, screen print and wash durability review.Artwork neededThese are the details a factory needs before discussing MOQ, sampling, lead time and production scope.
Start with GSM range, Cotton/poly blend, Brushed back, Surface smoothness. Add the quantity by color and size, destination country and required date.
The sample should resolve Cotton fleece, CVC fleece, Brushed fleece and record the approved measurements, materials, trims and finish before bulk.
MOQ is 100 pcs. Samples take 7 days. Bulk production lead time depends on order quantity.
GSM check, Shrinkage test, Pilling review, Color consistency should be compared with the approved sample and packing requirements before release.
Fleece has a brushed inner surface that traps warmth and feels soft. The brushing level, fabric weight and fiber composition all affect hand feel and how the hoodie wears over time. Describe the feel you want, or send a reference garment.
Brushed fabrics can pill. Ask about fabric options and discuss expectations if a long-wearing, clean surface is important to you.
Decide these:
Fleece is warmer with a soft brushed inside; French terry is lighter with a looped back and suits layering or warmer climates. If you are unsure, read the French terry vs fleece guide in resources. The MOQ is 100 pcs and samples typically take 7 days.
Is heavier always better? Not necessarily. Heavier fleece feels substantial but can be too warm or stiff for some markets. Choose the weight for your customers' climate and how the hoodie will be worn, and confirm the feel on a sample.
Ask for fabric swatches before sampling so you can compare hand feel.
Check pilling after a test wash.
GSM means grams per square meter of fabric. It describes mass per area, not the weight of a finished hoodie. Garment size, pattern area, hood layers, pockets, rib and hardware all contribute to the final weight, so a GSM number alone cannot predict how substantial or comfortable a hoodie will feel.
Read the guide Fabric comparisonFrench terry has an unbrushed looped back. Sweatshirt fleece typically has a brushed interior. That is the useful starting point, but GSM, fiber blend and finishing also shape how a hoodie feels and wears.
Read the guideInclude references, quantity, fabric target, color count, logo files, packaging notes and the delivery window.