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18600 Gildan 7.75 oz. Heavy Blend™ 50/50 Full-Zip Hood
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The blank 18600 Gildan 7.75 oz. Heavy Blend™ 50/50 Full-Zip Hood is a versatile fleece layer designed for wholesale programs, branded apparel collections, staff uniforms, event merchandise, and promotional wear. Its classic full-zip construction makes it easy to layer while offering a familiar, retail-ready silhouette suitable for a wide range of markets.
Made with a balanced 50% cotton, 50% polyester blend, this hoodie delivers dependable comfort with the durability needed for repeated wear. The air jet yarn creates a smoother, low-pill surface that helps support clean results for printing, embroidery, and other decoration methods used in custom branding applications.
Built with practical details like a pouch pocket, set-in sleeves, and ribbed trim, this full-zip hood offers a polished blank canvas for logos, team names, campus graphics, company branding, and merchandise lines. The unlined hood with matching drawstring adds a coordinated finish while keeping the design simple and decoration-friendly.
Features
- 7.75 oz. Heavy Blend™ fleece construction
- 50% cotton, 50% polyester fabric blend
- Air jet yarn for a smooth, low-pill surface ideal for printing
- Full-zip front for easy layering and versatile wear
- Double-needle stitching throughout for added durability
- Pouch pocket for function and casual styling
- 1x1 ribbed cuffs and waistband with spandex for stretch and shape retention
- Set-in sleeves for a classic fit
- Unlined hood with matching drawstring
Q&A
Q: Is this hoodie suitable for custom branding?
A: Yes, the smooth, low-pill surface created by air jet yarn makes it well suited for printing, embroidery, and other logo decoration methods.
Q: What type of fabric is used in this full-zip hood?
A: It is made from a 50% cotton, 50% polyester Heavy Blend™ fleece that balances comfort, durability, and decoration performance.
Q: What makes this hoodie practical for wholesale apparel programs?
A: Its classic full-zip design, durable double-needle stitching, pouch pocket, and versatile blank styling make it a reliable choice for uniforms, events, merchandise, and branded apparel lines.
Gildan 18600 Specs and Measurements
| Sizes | Body Width | Chest Tolerance | Body Length | Body Length Tolerance | Sleeve Length (from Center Back) | Chest Width (laid Flat) | Body Width Tolerance | Sleeve Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 19.25 | +/-1 | 27 | +/-1 | 33.5 | 19.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| Medium | 21.25 | +/-1 | 28 | +/-1 | 34.5 | 21.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| Large | 23.25 | +/-1 | 29 | +/-1 | 35.5 | 23.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| Extra Large | 25.25 | +/-1 | 30 | +/-1 | 36.5 | 25.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| 2XL | 27.25 | +/-1 | 31 | +/-1 | 37.5 | 27.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| 3XL | 29.25 | +/-1 | 32 | +/-1 | 38.5 | 29.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| 4XL | 31.25 | +/-1 | 33 | +/-1 | 39.5 | 31.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
| 5XL | 32.25 | +/-1 | 34 | +/-1 | 40.5 | 32.25 | 0.75 | +/-1 |
Alternate Skus:
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8 oz./yd² (US) 13.3 oz./L yd (CA), 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singlesSafety Green is compliant with ANSI / ISEA 107 high-visibility standardsThe Heavy Blend collection is now made with finer yarns and new MVS Air spinning technology, that improves the fabric by reducing pilling, enhancing durability and creating a smoother printing surface.Classic fitUnlined hood with color-matched drawcordMetal zipperOverlapped fabric across zipper allows full front printing1 x 1 rib with spandex for enhanced stretch and recoveryPouch pocketTear away labelProud member of the U.S. Cotton Trust ProtocolMade with OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyesThis product meets the following Sustainable Style subcategories:Sustainable Manufacturing: This product meets the OEKO-TEX Standard 100.Socially Conscious Manufacturing: This product was made by a mill who partnered with Fair Labor Association and was made in a facility that is WRAP certified.
Heavy blend for zip-up warmth and protection in any weather. Midweight. Metal zipper. Unlined hood with color-matched drawcord. Overlapped fabric across zipper allows full front printing. Split pouch pockets. Double-needle stitching. 1x1 rib with spandex for enhanced stretch and recovery. Tubular body. Recycled materials. Classic fit. Tear away label. Fabrication: 8 oz. (271g), 50/50 US cotton/polyester, pre-shrunk two-end fleece. Air combed MVS yarn for reduced pilling. Fiber content varies by color.
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- 8-ounce, US 50/50 cotton/poly
- Double-needle stitching at waistband and cuffs
- Unlined hood with dyed-to-match drawcord YKK metal zipper
- 1x1 rib knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
- Front pouch pockets Safety Green is compliant with ANSI/ISEA 107 high-visibility standardsRecycled, high-performing black tear-away label
8 oz./yd² (US) 13.3 oz./L yd (CA), 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singlesSafety Green is compliant with ANSI / ISEA 107 high-visibility standards
The Heavy Blend collection is made with a finer, high quality face yarn that provides a smoother printing surface and helps reduce pilling.
Classic fitUnlined hood with color-matched drawcordMetal zipperOverlapped fabric across zipper allows full front printing1 x 1 rib with spandexPouch pocketTear away labelResponsible Supplier: this product was made in a facility that is OEKO-TEX and FLA certified.
Responsible Materials: contains US grown BCI cotton
8 oz | 50% US cotton/50% polyester | Spun yarn for softer feel and reduced pilling | Unlined hood with color-matched drawcord | Metal zipper | Overlapped fabric across zipper allows full front printing | Double-needle pouch pocket for added reinforcement | Double-needle stitching at neck, shoulders, armholes, waistband and cuffs | 1x1 rib with spandex for enhanced stretch and recovery | Classic fit tubular body | New grey razor label (transitioning from grey pearlized tear away label) | Sizes: S-3XL, 4XL-5XL | Catalog page 74
8.0 oz., 50% US cotton / 50% polyester, 20/1 Heavy Blend features air combed MVS yarn for reduced pilling, and an extensive color palette Proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol (USCTP) Cotton products from Gildan support more sustainable and ethical cotton farming 2-end midweight fleece fabric Unlined hood with color-matched drawcord Metal zipper Overlapped fabric across zipper allows full front printing Pouch pocket 1 x 1 rib with spandex for enhanced stretch and recovery Classic fit, seamless body Transitioning to high-performing black recycled tear-away label
