500D500D72T RPET With PU Coated – Recycled Fabric Balanced for Daily-Use Bags

Fabric selection rarely offers a clean answer. Heavier fabrics survive longer but add weight and cost. Lighter fabrics reduce both but wear faster. The 500D500D72T RPET With PU Coated takes a middle position: 500D construction at 165gsm with 100% recycled polyester content and PU waterproofing, aimed at products that need durability without the weight of 600D or heavier.

Hangzhou Gaoshi Luggage Textile Co., Ltd. has manufactured oxford fabrics since 2002, supplying bag, backpack, tent, and outdoor furniture cover markets.

Where 500D Sits in the Denier Range

Denier determines both strength and weight. Understanding where 500D falls clarifies which products it suits:

• 300D – light bags, linings, low-abrasion use

• 420D – mid-weight bags, general carry

• 500D – daily-use backpacks, promotional bags, travel accessories

• 600D – heavy-duty luggage, school bags, tactical gear

At 165gsm, this 500D fabric sits below typical 600D weights while offering more abrasion resistance than 300D or 420D alternatives. For brands wanting durability without unnecessary bulk, it avoids the compromises at either end of the range.

Key Specifications

Where Solution Dyeing Changes the Specification

This fabric uses standard dyeing, which suits indoor and moderate-exposure applications. For products facing continuous sun, buyers should understand the alternatives.

solution dyed polyester fabric embeds pigment in the polymer before fibre extrusion, providing superior UV fade resistance. 100 solution dyed polyester refers to fabric made entirely from solution-dyed yarn, while 600d solution dyed polyester applies the same process to the heavier denier used in luggage and school bags.

dope dyeing of polyester is the technical term for the same process: pigment added to the melt before extrusion. For polyester outdoor applications facing extended sun exposure, solution dyeing extends service life significantly compared with surface dyeing.

For bags used daily but stored indoors, standard dyeing combined with PU coating is adequate and cost-effective.

Applications

Fabric Comparison

FAQ

Q1: What does 100% RPET mean for this fabric?
A: The polyester base is made entirely from recycled material, typically post-consumer plastic bottles, rather than virgin petroleum-based fibre.

Q2: Is this fabric waterproof?
A: Yes. The PU coating makes this waterproof rpet oxford fabric water-resistant, suitable for backpacks and daily-use bags.

Q3: How does 500D compare to 600D?
A: 500D is lighter at 165gsm, while 600d solution dyed polyester and standard 600D constructions sit at 200-250gsm with greater abrasion resistance for heavy-duty use.

Q4: Can this fabric be specified with solution-dyed yarn?
A: solution dyed polyester fabric options are available where greater UV colour stability is required.

Q5: What is the difference between dope dyeing and standard dyeing?
A: dope dyeing of polyester embeds pigment in the fibre before extrusion, offering superior UV stability compared with surface dyeing.

Q6: What is the advantage of 72T density?
A: The 72T density provides a tight weave that resists punctures and holds shape under load.

Q7: What is the MOQ and lead time?
A: MOQ is 1000m, with monthly capacity of 2,000,000m and typical delivery within 20 days.

Q8: Is this fabric safe for children's products?
A: Yes. The fabric can meet REACH, ROHS, and EN71-3 standards.

Get a Quote

Ready to source recycled 500D fabric for your bag production? Contact Hangzhou Gaoshi Luggage Textile Co., Ltd. today.

Tel: +86-571-22917799
Email: [email protected]
Address: No.88 Yinxin Rd., Yaqian Town, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang, China

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