The UK MMA equipment market has grown rapidly over the past decade. With thousands of gyms, fight clubs, and online sports retailers competing for customers, sourcing quality MMA gloves at the right price point is more important than ever. This guide covers everything UK buyers need to know about sourcing MMA gloves wholesale — directly from manufacturers in Sialkot, Pakistan.
Why Source MMA Gloves Direct From Pakistan?
Sialkot, Pakistan produces the majority of the world’s MMA gloves. By sourcing direct from a Sialkot manufacturer like Oxfit Sports, UK buyers eliminate importer and distributor margins, typically saving 30-50% compared to buying from UK-based wholesalers. The goods are the same — often made in the same factories — but the price is dramatically lower when you cut out the middlemen.
Under the UK-Pakistan Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), MMA equipment imported from Pakistan attracts 0% import duty. This makes Pakistan-sourced goods even more competitive versus goods sourced from China or Europe.
Types of MMA Gloves: What to Order
Open-Finger Grappling Gloves (4oz-7oz)
The most common MMA glove type for training and competition. Open fingers allow for grappling and submissions while the padded knuckles protect during striking. Available in synthetic leather, genuine leather, and full-grain leather. For UK gym supply, mid-range synthetic leather gloves (5-6oz) in a range of colours sell best.
MMA Sparring Gloves (7oz-10oz)
Heavier gloves designed for sparring sessions where additional padding protects both fighters. Less common than open-finger gloves but essential stock for serious MMA gyms and fight camps.
Hybrid Boxing/MMA Gloves
Cross-training gloves suitable for both pad work and MMA-style sparring. Growing in popularity among fitness boxing and mixed combat sports classes.
Quality Grades and Price Points
When ordering wholesale MMA gloves from Pakistan, specify the quality grade clearly:
- Entry level (A1-A2): PU synthetic leather, single-layer foam, basic stitching. Retail price: £20-£35. Best for beginner classes and high-volume gym supply.
- Mid range (A3-A4): Premium PU or split leather, multi-layer foam, reinforced stitching. Retail price: £35-£60. Best for intermediate training gyms.
- Professional (A5-A6): Full-grain leather, memory foam or gel-foam padding, hand-stitched seams. Retail price: £60-£120+. Best for fight camps and competition-level supply.
Minimum Order Quantities for UK Buyers
- Stock colours, no logo: from 12 pairs per style
- Custom colour, standard logo: from 50 pairs per style
- Full private label (custom colour, logo, packaging): from 100 pairs per style
Shipping to the UK from Pakistan
Two main shipping options from Sialkot to the UK:
- Air freight: 5-7 days transit. Best for small orders (under 100kg). Cost: approximately £4-£6 per kg.
- Sea freight: 25-35 days transit. Best for larger orders (over 300kg). Cost: approximately £800-£1,200 per 20ft container.
Most UK distributors consolidate orders and ship by sea freight to maximise cost efficiency. Orders under 50kg are often shipped via courier (DHL Express, FedEx) at competitive rates.
How to Order from Oxfit Sports
Oxfit Sports is a direct manufacturer in Sialkot supplying wholesale MMA gloves to UK gyms, distributors, and fight equipment brands. Our process:
- Browse our MMA gloves range and request a wholesale price list
- Order samples for quality evaluation (sample cost credited on bulk order)
- Approve samples and confirm your specification (colour, logo, size breakdown)
- Pay 40% deposit — production begins
- Balance paid before shipment — goods dispatched
Contact us today for a wholesale price list and to request samples of our MMA gloves range.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer private label MMA gloves for UK brands?
Yes. We produce private label MMA gloves with your brand logo, custom colour, and retail packaging from as low as 50 pairs per style. Popular with UK fight equipment brands and gym chains looking to sell own-brand gear.
What is the lead time for wholesale MMA gloves?
Standard stock gloves: 2-3 weeks. Custom private label: 4-6 weeks from order confirmation and deposit.
Can I visit the factory?
Yes. We welcome buyer visits to our factory in Sialkot. Contact us to arrange a factory visit.