Shown: Black/ Gunmetal Heather
Independent Trading Co.Style IND45UVZ · Hoodies
Unisex Heavyweight Varsity Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
A blank hooded sweatshirt from the Independent Trading Co. line, offered in 2 colors and sizes XS–3XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for embroidery
- 75/25 ring-spun cotton/polyester blend at 10 oz/yd²
- Tear-away label for rebranding
- ⚠ Sublimation: not recommended — Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 2— Black/ Gunmetal Heather
Black/ Gunmetal Heather
Charcoal Heather/ Black
Available sizes
Availability — Black/ Gunmetal Heather
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | Limited | Available | |
| S | In Stock | Available | |
| M | In Stock | Available | |
| L | In Stock | Available | |
| XL | In Stock | Available | |
| 2XL | In Stock | Available | |
| 3XL | In Stock | Available |
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
- 75/25 ring-spun cotton/polyester blend
- Fabric weight
- 10 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- fleece
- Yarn
- ring-spun · 30 singles
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Tear-away label
- Cut for
- Unisex
- Fit
- Athletic/Fitted
- Sizes
- XS–3XL
- Colors
- 2
- 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
Blended fabric prints reliably; match the ink system to the dominant fiber.
- Textured fleece 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.
- Lofted fleece surface — press with slightly higher pressure for full transfer contact.
DTG printing
Good
Cotton-rich blend prints acceptably; expect a softer, more vintage result than 100% cotton.
- Non-flat fleece surface reduces DTG detail.
Embroidery
Excellent
Midweight-plus fabric supports dense stitch counts without distortion.
- Lofted fleece — a water-soluble topping keeps small lettering from sinking.
Heat transfer
Good
Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.
Sublimation
Not Recommended
Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
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
Athletic/Fitted fit, cut for unisex wear · sizes XS–3XL.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| Sleeve Length (From Center Back) | 33 1/2 | 34 1/2 | 35 1/2 | 36 1/2 | 37 1/2 | 38 1/2 | 39 1/2 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 10 oz./yd², 75/25 ring-spun cotton/polyester blend 3-end fleece with 100% cotton face, 30 singles
- Heather colors are 52/48 cotton/polyester
- Unisex, slim fit
- Fleece lined hood
- Split stitch double-needle sewing on all seams
- Twill neck tape
- 1x1 jacquard ribbing at cuffs and waistband
- Gunmetal eyelets
- #5 YKK nylon kissing zipper
- Tear away label
About this blank
Please note: This style is not made of 100% cotton face yarn. Please do your own testing prior to screen-printing. This is not a discharge friendly fabric.
Country of origin
Made in China.
Shown for the Black/ Gunmetal Heather colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.
Recommended applications
- Contractor apparel →
Heavyweight fabric stands up to jobsite wear.
Similar alternatives
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (9.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (9.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (9.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (9.5 vs 10 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
Terms used on this page
- Ringspun Cotton
- Ringspun cotton is yarn spun by twisting cotton fibers into a smooth, tightly wound strand, giving fabric a softer hand and finer print surface than open-end cotton.
- 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.
- Singles (Yarn Count)
- Singles is the yarn-count system where a higher number, like 30/1, means finer, thinner yarn, and a lower number, like 18/1, means thicker, coarser yarn.
- 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.
- Slim Fit
- Slim fit is a tapered T-shirt cut with a trimmer chest, narrower sleeve openings, and a contoured waist that sits close to the body instead of hanging straight.