Custom T-Shirt for the US Market — Selvedge Denim with Ribbed Cuff and Hem
We supply t-shirt to US buyers on a repeatable specification: the same cloth, the same hand feel and the same US-graded fit on every reorder. Programmes start at 100 pieces per style per colour, ship to Chicago inland, and are documented for US import — fibre content labelling, country of origin and HTS classification are prepared before the goods leave the factory.
Most US buyers come to us after one of two problems: packaging that arrives crushed and unsellable, or packaging that arrives crushed and unsellable. Our answer is to lock the specification first — fabric weight, shrinkage allowance, stitch density and measurement tolerance in inches — before a single bulk yard is cut.
Specification
| Product | T-Shirt |
|---|---|
| Market | United States |
| Base fabric | Selvedge Denim |
| Decoration / finish | Ribbed Cuff and Hem |
| Fabric weight | 8.0-10.0 oz/yd2 |
| Size range | US regular and tall blocks |
| Colour options | 12 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 100 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 12 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-45 days after approval |
| Compliance | ASTM F1816 |
| Ship to | Chicago inland (FOB / CIF / DDP available) |
What US buyers can customise
- All-Over Sublimation — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
- Enzyme Wash — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
- Chenille Embroidery — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
- Flocking — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
- Smocking — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
- Custom Button — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
- Flat Embroidery — available on Selvedge Denim, quoted per position and per colour.
How we produce it
- Tech pack review and fabric confirmation in US measurements
- Lab dips or print strike-off for approval
- Selvedge Denim-spec prototype graded to US regular and tall blocks
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with ribbed cuff and hem applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing for US retail
Built for the US calendar
American programmes are planned around back-to-school. That means the sampling rounds, the freight mode and the customs paperwork have to be decided at quotation stage, not at ex-factory. We build the production schedule backwards from your in-stock date and flag the two points where a US programme usually slips — colour approval and freight booking.
Quality control
Every bulk order is checked against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements in inches and workmanship. Shrinkage, colour fastness and seam strength are recorded on the first bulk lot and held as the reference for reorders, so t-shirt batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 12 working days after the tech pack is confirmed, including fabric sourcing if the base cloth is not in our stock library. Revisions add about 5 days each.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 100 pieces per style and colour. We can split sizes across a size set, and for first orders we often accept a mixed-colour run to help you test the market.
Can you match a specific colour?
Yes. Send us a Pantone TCX reference or a physical swatch. We return lab dips for approval and hold bulk shade within the agreed tolerance band before cutting.
How is shipping handled?
We quote EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP. Consolidated sea freight is the default for bulk programmes, with air or express options when a launch date is at risk.
Start your US programme
Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.
