Shown: Black
Independent Trading Co.Style EXP80PTZ · Hoodies
Unisex Poly-Tech Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
A blank hooded sweatshirt from the Independent Trading Co. line, offered in Black and sizes XS–3XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for embroidery
- 80/20 polyester/cotton water-resistant fleece body at 10 oz/yd²
- Tear-away label for rebranding
- ⚠ DTG printing: not recommended — Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.
- ⚠ Sublimation: conditional — test first.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 1— Black
Black
Available sizes
Availability — Black
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | Limited | — | |
| S | Limited | Available | |
| M | In Stock | Available | |
| L | In Stock | Available | |
| XL | In Stock | Available | |
| 2XL | In Stock | Available | |
| 3XL | Limited | — |
Last inventory sync: July 12, 2026 · local pickup stock held near Lockport, IL. Distributor network totals — not live stock; availability is reconfirmed on every quote before production.
Key specifications
- Fabric composition
- 80/20 polyester/cotton water-resistant fleece body
- Fabric weight
- 10 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- piqué
- Yarn
- Not stated
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Tear-away label
- Cut for
- Unisex
- Fit
- Classic
- Sizes
- XS–3XL
- Colors
- 1
- Country of origin
- China
- Sustainability
- Not stated
Decoration compatibility
VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.
Screen printing
Good
Prints well with a low-bleed ink system made for polyester; standard plastisol can dye-migrate.
- Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.
- Textured piqué surface — expect some ink gain; a higher-mesh screen and an underbase help keep edges clean.
DTF transfer
Good
Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.
- High press heat can affect polyester — test temperature and dwell time before a full run.
DTG printing
Not Recommended
Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.
- Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.
- Non-flat piqué surface reduces DTG detail.
Embroidery
Excellent
Structured piqué holds stitches cleanly — the classic embroidery surface.
Heat transfer
Good
Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.
- Use low-temperature transfer material to avoid scorch or dye migration on polyester.
Sublimation
Conditional
Partial polyester content gives muted, distressed color rather than full saturation.
- Cotton content will not hold sublimation dye — expect a faded, vintage result.
Decoration results can vary by equipment, ink, transfer material, garment color, and production settings. Always test before beginning a full production run.
Fit and sizing
Classic fit, cut for unisex wear · sizes XS–3XL.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 26 1/2 | 27 1/2 | 28 1/2 | 29 1/2 | 30 1/2 | 31 1/2 | 32 1/2 |
| Chest Circumference | 20 1/2 | 21 1/2 | 22 1/2 | 23 1/2 | 24 1/2 | 25 1/2 | 26 1/2 |
| Sleeve Length (From Center Back) | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 10 oz./yd², 80/20 polyester/cotton water-resistant fleece body
- Gunmetal Heather is 100% polyester
- 100% polyester pique contrast panels
- 100% anti-pill polyester face
- Classic fit
- Removable zip off hood with interior cadet collar
- 1x1 ribbing at cuffs and waistband
- Antique nickel eyelets with antique nickel tipped flat drawcord
- Coil exposed zipper
- Thumbhole on cuffs
- Media pocket & eyelet in front welt pocket
- Tear away label
Country of origin
Made in China.
Recommended applications
- Contractor apparel →
Heavyweight fabric stands up to jobsite wear.
Similar alternatives
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (10.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar weight (10.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Classic fit
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar weight (9.7 vs 10 oz)
- · Classic fit
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (10.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
Terms used on this page
- Polyester
- Polyester is a synthetic, petroleum-based fiber prized for durability, quick-dry performance, and colorfastness, but prone to dye migration under screen-print inks.
- Fleece
- Fleece is a knit fabric with a brushed, napped interior that traps warm air, forming the base of hoodies, crewnecks, and sweatpants.
- Heather Fabric
- Heather fabric is knit or woven from a blend of dyed and undyed fiber, creating a mottled two-tone look that usually signals polyester content.
- Piqué
- Piqué is a woven-look knit with a raised, waffle-textured face, most familiar as the classic polo-shirt fabric, structured enough that printers usually route it to embroidery.
- Anti-Pilling
- Anti-pilling is a fabric finish or yarn construction that keeps loose fibers from tangling into the small fuzzy balls that form on fleece and knit blends.
- Classic Fit
- Classic fit is the roomy, straight-cut 'full cut' T-shirt silhouette with generous body ease and minimal waist taper, built to fit the broadest range of body types.