A. Fiúza & Irmão is a sock manufacturer based in Barcelos, Portugal, making socks since 1983. We are the factory, not a reseller or agent: we produce private-label, custom and OEM socks for brands, clubs and retailers across Europe, under ISO 9001 (held since 2004) and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I certification.
If you searched for a “sock manufacturer Portugal”, “portugal sock manufacturers” or “custom socks Europe”, this is where your production can be made — inside the EU, with full traceability.
Why manufacture your socks in Portugal
- In-house European production. Made in Portugal, inside the EU — intra-community logistics, no import from Asia, and direct contact with the people who make your product.
- 40+ years of hosiery (since 1983). Socks are the only thing we make.
- Certifications B2B buyers ask for: ISO 9001 (quality management) and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I (textiles safe even for babies).
- A dedicated compression laboratory with 15+ years of experience — relevant if your range includes graduated compression or medical socks.
- Five product families, all customisable: compression, sport, outdoor, comfort, and diabetic / medical.
What we manufacture
- Compression socks — sport recovery, travel, medical/graduated compression.
- Sport socks — cycling, running, football, basketball, grip.
- Outdoor socks — hiking, trekking, technical outdoor.
- Comfort socks — everyday, seamless, sensitive feet.
- Diabetic / medical socks — diabetic foot, non-binding, non-slip.
Minimum order quantity, materials, sizes and lead times depend on the model and finish — so we confirm them for your exact project instead of publishing generic numbers. Request a quote or ask for a call with our team: we’ll go through MOQ, materials and production lead times for your range in one conversation.
How working with us works
- Brief — tell us the range, your design/logo and estimated quantities.
- Sample / prototype — we validate design and quality before production. Ask us about sampling for your model when you get in touch — we’ll walk you through the process and timeline.
- Production — manufactured in Portugal under ISO 9001 controls.
- Delivery — your branded socks, ready to sell across Europe.
“Sock manufacturer near me” — serving all of Europe from Portugal
Buyers often search for a “sock manufacturer near me”. From Portugal we ship intra-EU to brands in Spain (fabricante de calcetines), France (fabricant de chaussettes), Germany (Sockenhersteller), Italy and beyond — European lead times and certification, one manufacturing partner.
Searching for a sock manufacturer in the UK or USA?
Many of the brands that reach us started by searching for a “sock manufacturer UK” or a “sock manufacturer USA” — and then compared what a Portuguese factory offers. The honest comparison:
- For UK brands — we manufacture in Portugal and supply UK labels from here: 40+ years of hosiery specialisation, ISO 9001 and OEKO-TEX® certification, and European proximity — a short hop compared with sourcing from Asia, with a factory you can actually visit.
- For US and Canadian brands — “Made in Portugal” is a European-manufacturing story your customers understand, from a supplier whose working day overlaps with US East Coast mornings. Tell us your market and volumes and we’ll walk you through how supply from Portugal works for your case.
- In both cases — you deal directly with the factory, not an agent or trading company, and the certifications on this page are ours, not a supplier’s promise.
If you’re weighing local versus European sourcing, request a quote with your product and quantities — comparing a real number beats comparing directories.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Are you a sock manufacturer or a reseller?
We are the manufacturer. We produce in our own factory in Barcelos, Portugal, and have done so since 1983, certified to ISO 9001 and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I.
Do you make custom / private-label socks in Portugal?
Yes. We produce private-label, custom and OEM socks — your brand, your design, your logo — across five product families.
Can you make socks made in Portugal for my brand in another EU country?
Yes. We supply brands across Europe with intra-community logistics; production stays inside the EU.
What types of socks can you manufacture?
Compression, sport, outdoor, comfort, and diabetic/medical socks — all customisable.
Do you have certifications?
Yes — ISO 9001 (since 2004) and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I. We also run our own compression laboratory (15+ years).
How do I request a quote or a sample?
Use the request-a-quote form, email info@afisocks.com or call +351 253 839 530 with your range, design and estimated quantity — we’ll reply with a quote or set up a call to discuss your project.
Request a quote or sample
Looking for a European sock manufacturer? Tell us about your range and we’ll come back with a quote — or schedule a call with our team to go over MOQ, sampling and lead times for your project.
Request a quote / sample → · info@afisocks.com · +351 253 839 530
