For UK Brands
Portuguese Manufacturing for UK Fashion Brands
Zero tariffs under EU-UK TCA. 2–3 day delivery. English-speaking team. MOQ from 50 units.
What We Offer
White Cotton manufactures garments for UK-based fashion brands from our factory in Barcelos, Portugal. Despite Brexit, Portugal remains the best nearshore manufacturing option for British brands — the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement means zero tariffs on clothing manufactured in the EU with EU-origin materials. Delivery to the UK takes 2–3 business days, we operate in a compatible timezone (GMT+0/+1), and our team communicates entirely in English.
Why Choose Us
Why White Cotton for UK Brands
Zero Tariffs Under EU-UK TCA
Garments manufactured in the EU with EU-origin materials qualify for zero import duty into the UK under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement. We provide all documentation — EUR.1 certificates and rules of origin proof.
2–3 Day Delivery to the UK
Road freight from Barcelos to London takes 2–3 business days. No 30-day container voyages, no port congestion. Reorders can be in your warehouse within a week of production completion.
Same Timezone, Same Language
Portugal operates on GMT+0 (GMT+1 in summer) — the same timezone as the UK. Every email, call, and factory visit happens in English. No 12-hour communication gaps.
Low MOQ for Emerging UK Brands
Start with 50 units per style. UK brands launching on Shopify or selling through pop-ups don't need to commit to 500-unit minimums. Scale up as your brand grows.
Product Catalog
Popular Products
Washed Designer Jacket
680GSM — 100% Organic Brushed Cotton
Seam-Washed Zip-Up Jacket
500GSM — 100% Organic Cotton — Special Sewing
Masked Sherpa Jacket
400GSM — 100% Cotton Sherpa
Plush Fleece Jacket
280GSM — 100% Cotton Plush Fleece
Double-Layered Hoodie
1100GSM — 100% Organic Brushed Cotton
Washed Run-Stitch Hoodie
520GSM — 100% Organic Cotton w/ Run-Stitch Embroidery
Fabric Selection
Recommended Fabrics
Brushed Fleece
Heavyweight hoodies and sweatshirts dominate UK streetwear — brushed fleece at 400–580 GSM delivers the premium feel British consumers expect.
Organic Cotton Jersey
UK retailers increasingly require GOTS or organic certification. Our organic jersey meets all major UK retailer sustainability standards.
French Terry
Year-round versatility for the UK climate. French terry hoodies and sweatshirts work across British seasons.
Decoration & Finishing
Recommended Techniques
Embroidery
The UK streetwear and premium casual market favours embroidered branding. Clean, durable, and premium.
Screen Printing
Cost-effective for graphic tees and promotional runs. Water-based inks for sustainability-conscious UK brands.
DTG Printing
Ideal for UK brands doing small drops or limited editions — no screen setup costs, full-colour prints from 1 unit.
Real Example
How We Delivered
Scenario
A London-based streetwear label needed heavyweight hoodies (480 GSM) with puff embroidery for a winter drop. Previous manufacturer in Turkey had 300-unit MOQ.
Solution
We produced 80 units across 2 colourways with 3D puff embroidery. Delivered to East London warehouse in 5 weeks from sample approval.
Result
Brand sold out the drop in 3 days. Reordered 200 units the following month with 2-week turnaround using approved production patterns.
Process
How It Works
Send Your Idea
Share your designs, sketches, reference images, or mood board. No tech pack required — we develop the specs with you.
Get a Quote in 48h
Receive a detailed, transparent quotation covering fabric, trims, manufacturing, and finishing. Factory-direct pricing, no middlemen.
Approve Your Sample
We produce a pre-production sample for your review. Iterate until every detail — fit, fabric, colour, construction — matches your vision.
Production & Delivery
Full production with quality control at every stage. Packed to your specs and shipped directly to your warehouse or fulfillment centre.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
Are there import duties on clothing from Portugal to the UK?
No — garments manufactured in the EU with EU-origin materials qualify for zero tariffs under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA). White Cotton provides EUR.1 movement certificates and rules of origin documentation with every shipment.
How long does shipping take from Portugal to the UK?
Road freight from our Barcelos factory to London takes 2–3 business days. Express courier delivery is available for samples and urgent orders (1–2 days). Sea freight is not necessary for Portugal-UK routes.
Do I need to deal with customs paperwork?
We handle all export documentation from the Portuguese side — commercial invoice, packing list, EUR.1 certificate, and customs declaration. You or your freight forwarder handles UK import clearance, which is straightforward with the TCA preferential origin proof we provide.
What is the MOQ for UK brands?
50 units per style per colour — the same as for all our clients. We work with UK brands at every stage, from first-time founders ordering 50 hoodies to established labels ordering 2,000+ units per drop.
Can you put UK care labels and compliance markings on garments?
Yes. We produce garments with UK-compliant care labels, fibre composition labels, country of origin marking, and any brand-specific labelling you require. All labels are printed or woven in-house.
Do you work with UK retailers and wholesale accounts?
Yes. We produce private label and white label garments for UK brands selling through their own e-commerce, wholesale to UK retailers, and marketplace channels. We can accommodate retailer-specific packaging and labelling requirements.
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