Clothing Manufacturer for Houston Brands
Nevear makes custom clothing for Houston brands, from a first run of 50 pieces per item to around 50,000 pieces in a single shipment. We produce through partner factories in the US, the UK, Pakistan and China, and deliver to Houston.
This page covers what matters for a Houston label: the Texas sales tax permit, the state's August tax-free weekend for clothing, imports through Port Houston, and how an order works.
- Minimum order
- Typically 50 pieces per item
- Lead time
- Samples 2–3 weeks; bulk 3–4 weeks from order
- Sales tax in Texas
- 6.25% state, up to 8.25% with local taxes
- Sales tax permit
- Free from the Texas Comptroller
Why Houston brands work with Nevear
- Small first runs. Our minimum is typically 50 pieces per item, so you can test a style before committing to hundreds of units. Read what MOQ means.
- US-made or imported. Produce with our US partner factories to avoid import duty, or in the UK, Pakistan or China when the price per piece matters more.
- Room to grow. Repeat orders can reach around 50,000 pieces in a single shipment, from the same approved sample.
- A predictable timeline. Samples take 2–3 weeks, and bulk orders usually arrive 3–4 weeks from the order date, shipping included.
We make sportswear, t-shirts, tank tops, shorts, hoodies and caps for Houston labels.
Selling in Texas: permit, sales tax and the tax-free weekend
To sell clothing in Texas you need a sales and use tax permit from the Texas Comptroller. There is no fee for the permit, although the Comptroller can ask for a security bond.
The state rate is 6.25%. Cities, counties, transit authorities and special-purpose districts can add up to 2% between them, for a maximum combined rate of 8.25%. Check the exact rate for an address with the Comptroller's rate locator.
Each August, Texas holds a sales tax holiday when most clothing and footwear priced under $100 is tax-free, in stores and online. In 2026 it ran from 7 to 9 August. If you sell back-to-school or basics ranges, that weekend is worth planning stock and pricing around.
Imports through Port Houston
Port Houston is the largest container port on the US Gulf Coast, handling about three-quarters of the Gulf Coast's container traffic, and it ranks fifth among US container ports. It handled a record 4.3 million TEU (twenty-foot container units) in 2025. Imported clothing pays US duty whichever port it comes through:
| Where the clothing is made | Duty into the US |
|---|---|
| USA | None |
| UK | 16.5% + 10% |
| Pakistan | 16.5% + 10% |
| China | 16.5% + 12.5%, plus 7.5% on many lines |
Our US guide explains each rate, the tariff changes of 2026 and the FTC rules for labeling clothing sold in the US.
How an order works
From sample to delivered order
Sample
2–3 weeks
Bulk order and delivery
3–4 weeks from your order, shipping included
Weeks from the start of sampling
- Send your designs or a tech pack, with quantities per size and color.
- We confirm the minimum, price, production country and timeline in your quote.
- We make a sample in 2–3 weeks so you can check fit, fabric and finish.
- Once you approve it, the bulk order usually arrives in Houston 3–4 weeks from the order date, shipping included.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nevear based in Houston?
No. Nevear Apparel LLC is a US company based in Wyoming. We produce through partner factories in the US, the UK, Pakistan and China, and deliver to brands in Houston.
What is the minimum order?
Typically 50 pieces per item. The exact minimum depends on the product, fabric and production process, and is confirmed in your quote.
Is clothing taxed in Texas?
Yes, at the state rate of 6.25% plus local taxes of up to 2%. The exception is the August sales tax holiday, when most clothing and footwear under $100 is tax-free.
Do I need a permit to sell clothing in Texas?
Yes, a Texas sales and use tax permit from the Comptroller. There is no fee, although a security bond may be required.
Sources
- Texas Comptroller: Sales and use tax permit FAQ
- Texas Comptroller: Local sales and use tax FAQ
- Texas Comptroller: 2026 sales tax holiday, 7–9 August
- Port Houston: Port statistics
- US International Trade Commission: Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Facts checked on . Rules change, so confirm with the source before you rely on them.
Making clothing for Houston?
Tell us what you want to make and how many pieces. We will confirm the minimum, the best production country and a timeline in your quote.