Clothing Manufacturer for Seattle Brands
Nevear makes custom clothing and merch for Seattle 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 Seattle.
This page covers what matters for a Seattle label: outerwear for a wet climate, getting merch ready for Emerald City Comic Con, Washington's sales tax and reseller permit, and duty on imports.
- Minimum order
- Typically 50 pieces per item
- Lead time
- Samples 2–3 weeks; bulk 3–4 weeks from order
- Sales tax in Seattle
- 10.55% (6.5% state plus local)
- Emerald City Comic Con 2027
- 4 to 7 March, Seattle Convention Center
Why Seattle brands work with Nevear
- Small first runs. Our minimum is typically 50 pieces per item, so a drop or a convention can have its own design. Read what MOQ means.
- US-made or imported. Our US partner factories avoid import duty, while the UK, Pakistan and China can lower the price per piece.
- 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 jackets, hoodies, t-shirts, joggers, pants and caps for Seattle labels.
Outerwear for a wet climate
- Water-repellent shells in nylon or polyester with a durable water-repellent (DWR) finish handle light rain.
- Waterproof jackets need a waterproof membrane or coating and taped seams; a water-repellent finish alone is not waterproof.
- Fleece and insulated layers go under the shell, or are bonded to it.
- Hoods, storm flaps and adjustable cuffs keep the rain out at the openings.
If you plan to call a jacket waterproof, have the sample tested and keep the result before you print it on a hangtag. Our jackets page covers shells, linings and trims.
Merch for Emerald City Comic Con
Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC) fills the Seattle Convention Center each spring; the 2027 show runs from 4 to 7 March. Artists, creators and brands sell merch all weekend, so stock has to be in Seattle before the doors open.
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
One sample round and the bulk order take about five to seven weeks, so send your artwork by mid-January. See screen printing vs DTG for which print method suits your quantity, and print characters or logos you do not own only with the rights holder's permission.
Washington sales tax and the reseller permit
Washington's state sales tax is 6.5%, and local taxes are added on top: in Seattle the combined rate is 10.55% for the fourth quarter of 2026. Rates can change each quarter, so check the current one with the Department of Revenue.
Retailers and wholesalers can buy stock for resale without paying sales tax by using a reseller permit from the Department of Revenue. You need the right Washington business licenses to get one, permits are generally valid for four years, and they cannot be used for items you use yourself, give away or use in the business.
Made in the USA or imported: what you pay at the border
| 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nevear based in Seattle?
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 Seattle.
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.
What is the sales tax on clothing in Seattle?
10.55% in the fourth quarter of 2026: Washington's 6.5% state rate plus local taxes. Rates can change each quarter.
Can you make waterproof jackets?
Yes. A waterproof jacket needs a waterproof fabric and taped seams; we confirm both at sampling, and recommend testing the sample before you call it waterproof.
Sources
- Washington Department of Revenue: Local sales and use tax rates, Q4 2026 (PDF)
- Washington Department of Revenue: Reseller permits
- Emerald City Comic Con: Official site
- 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 Seattle?
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.