--- title: "Graduated Compression Sock Knit | Fabric Guide" description: "A knit with zoned tension: firmest at the ankle and easing towards the top of the leg, built with a high share of elastic yarn. Used for sport and travel…" url: https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/graduated-compression-sock-knit/ language: en-US updated: 2026-10-12T15:19:53+00:00 alternates: fr: https://mrbalaclava.com/fr/materials/fabric/maille-compression-degressive-chaussettes.md de: https://mrbalaclava.com/de/materials/fabric/strick-abgestufte-kompression-socken.md es: https://mrbalaclava.com/es/materials/fabric/punto-compresion-gradual-calcetines.md publisher: Mr Balaclava (https://mrbalaclava.com/) --- Knit structure · Polyester · Elastane (spandex) · Polyamide (nylon) # Graduated Compression Sock Knit A knit with zoned tension: firmest at the ankle and easing towards the top of the leg, built with a high share of elastic yarn. Used for sport and travel compression socks and calf sleeves. These are sport and lifestyle products, not medical devices. Partly verified specification [Get a quote in this fabric](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) [All sock yarns & constructions](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/sock-yarns/) Updated 12 October 2026 ![Graduated Compression Sock Knit: close-up of dense black compression sock knit](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/graduated-compression-sock-knit-black-close-up-1024x683.webp) *Similar fabric texture. The real fabric can look slightly different; the overall look and feel are the same.* - [![Graduated Compression Sock Knit: black knee-high compression sock lying flat](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/graduated-compression-sock-knit-black-swatch-300x200.webp) Compression sock: dense, firm knit with a ribbed top.](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/graduated-compression-sock-knit-black-swatch-1024x683.webp) - **50 pcs** Minimum order - **14 days** Standard lead time - **OEKO-TEX®** Fabrics from certified mills - **ISO 9001** Certified (Eco Jersey Limited) - **Sedex** Member (Eco Jersey Limited) Specification ## What is typical, and what we confirm for your order ### Typical for this fabric type **Construction** Rib knit **Knit** Zoned-tension weft knit **Usual composition** Nylon or polyester with a high share of elastane. **Weight class** Midweight **Feel** Firm and supportive **Season** All year **Warmth** Moderate **Breathability** High **Stretch** Very high **Moisture management** High **Quick drying** High **Softness** Moderate **Durability** High General textile guidance, not a lab measurement of our fabric. ### Mr Balaclava specification **Availability** Available as sport compression socks and calf sleeves; pressure values are agreed per order in the tech pack Anything not listed here is confirmed with your quote. - Recycled version: ask with your quote **Decoration suitability** - Embroidery Test first - Screen printing Test first - Sublimation printing Test first - Heat transfer Test first - Woven label Suitable - Printed label Suitable - Knitted-in jacquard Suitable - Custom knitting (yarn-based) Suitable Sock designs are knitted in by jacquard, so logos and patterns are part of the fabric rather than printed on. Industry guidance for this fabric type. We confirm the method on a sample before production. [Get a quote in this fabric](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) Where it is used ## Products made in this knit Can also be made with this knit The photos show these products in another material. We make them with this knit to order. Browse the collection - [Ski Accessories](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/ski-wear/ski-accessories/) Product guides - [Custom socks](https://mrbalaclava.com/socks-manufacturer-and-supplier/) Compare ## Similar fabrics - ![Elastic Covering Yarn (Nylon/Spandex): two unlabelled cones of white elastic covering yarn](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/elastic-covering-yarn-white-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Elastic Covering Yarn (Nylon/Spandex)](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/elastic-covering-yarn/) Spandex (elastane) core wrapped in nylon or polyester. 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