Independent Trading Co. IND4000 Unisex Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirt

Wholesale Independent Trading Co. IND4000 Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirt – 10 oz Ring-Spun Cotton Poly Fleece for Screen Printing, Embroidery, and Bulk Apparel Programs

The Independent Trading Co. IND4000 Unisex Heavyweight Hooded Sweatshirt is a premium blank hoodie built for screen printers, embroidery shops, uniform programs, and retail brands that demand exceptional quality, durability, and decoration performance. Constructed with 10 oz 70/30 ring-spun cotton/polyester blend 3-end fleece featuring a 100% cotton face, this heavyweight hoodie delivers superior softness, warmth, and print compatibility across all major decoration methods. With 45 color options spanning solids, heathers, camo patterns, and safety colors, the IND4000 provides unmatched versatility for team uniforms, spirit wear, promotional apparel, event merchandise, and retail resale programs. Made in a WRAP-certified facility, this hoodie combines socially conscious manufacturing with the performance and consistency wholesale buyers expect from Independent Trading Co.

Key Product Specifications

• Style Number: IND4000
• Fabric Weight: 10 oz/yd² (US)
• Fabric Blend (Standard Colors): 70/30 ring-spun cotton/polyester blend 3-end fleece with 100% cotton face, 32 singles
• Fabric Blend (Camo Colors): 75/25 cotton/polyester (Forest Camo, Black Camo, Tiger Camo, Army Camo, Snow Camo, Duck Camo)
• Fabric Blend (Houndstooth): 70/30 cotton/polyester
• Fabric Blend (Heather Colors): 52/48 cotton/polyester (Charcoal Heather, Grey Heather)
• Fabric Blend (Safety Colors): 52/48 cotton/polyester with 65/35 polyester/cotton face yarn
• Fit: Generous, roomy unisex fit
• Hood: Fleece-lined with nickel eyelets
• Construction: Split stitch double-needle sewing on all seams
• Neck Tape: Twill neck tape
• Cuffs & Waistband: 1x1 ribbing
• Label: Tear-away label
• Color Options: 45 colors including solids, heathers, camo patterns, and safety colors
• Size Range: XS through 5XL
• Manufacturing: WRAP certified facility

Fabric & Construction Overview

The IND4000 heavyweight hoodie is engineered with a 10 oz 70/30 ring-spun cotton/polyester blend 3-end fleece that features a 100% cotton face for exceptional softness against the skin while maintaining the durability and shape retention of polyester on the interior. The ring-spun cotton construction delivers a smoother, stronger yarn compared to standard open-end cotton, resulting in a premium hand feel and enhanced print surface that screen printers and embroiderers prefer for high-quality decoration work. The 3-end fleece construction creates a substantial, warm garment with excellent loft and insulation properties without excessive bulk or weight.

Split stitch double-needle sewing on all seams provides superior durability and professional finishing that withstands repeated washing and heavy wear in team uniform, workwear, and promotional apparel applications. The fleece-lined hood adds extra warmth and comfort while creating a premium aesthetic that elevates this hoodie above standard pullover hoodies in the wholesale blank apparel market. Twill neck tape reinforces the shoulder seams and prevents stretching, while 1x1 ribbing at the cuffs and waistband ensures a secure, comfortable fit that maintains its shape through extended use and multiple wash cycles.

The tear-away label allows screen printers, embroidery shops, and retail brands to easily rebrand the garment with custom neck labels, woven labels, or heat transfers, making the IND4000 ideal for private label programs, retail resale, and branded merchandise applications. Nickel eyelets on the hood provide durable hardware that resists corrosion and maintains a clean, professional appearance even after repeated laundering.

Independent Trading Co. manufactures the IND4000 in a WRAP-certified facility, ensuring socially conscious production practices that meet rigorous standards for workplace safety, fair labor practices, and environmental responsibility. This certification provides wholesale buyers, retail brands, and institutional purchasers with confidence that their apparel is produced ethically and sustainably.

Decoration Compatibility & Print Performance

The IND4000 heavyweight hoodie is engineered for exceptional decoration performance across all major imprint methods including screen printing, direct-to-garment (DTG) printing, direct-to-film (DTF) transfers, heat transfer vinyl (HTV), and embroidery. The 100% cotton face provides an ideal surface for screen printing, delivering excellent ink adhesion, vibrant color reproduction, and superior wash durability that meets the quality standards of professional screen printers and custom apparel decorators. The smooth, consistent surface created by the ring-spun cotton construction minimizes fiber migration and ensures clean, sharp print details even with fine line work and halftone designs.

For embroidery applications, the substantial 10 oz fleece weight provides a stable foundation that supports dense stitch counts and complex designs without puckering or distortion. The generous fit and roomy construction accommodate left chest, full back, and sleeve embroidery placements commonly used in corporate apparel, team uniforms, and promotional wear programs. The fleece-lined hood can also be embroidered, though decorators should use appropriate backing and hooping techniques to manage the double-layer construction.

DTG and DTF printing methods perform exceptionally well on the IND4000 due to the 100% cotton face, which provides optimal ink absorption and color vibrancy for full-color designs, photographic images, and gradient effects. The smooth surface finish minimizes pre-treatment visibility and ensures consistent print quality across production runs. Heat transfer vinyl adheres securely to the cotton face and maintains excellent wash durability when applied with proper time, temperature, and pressure settings.

The tear-away label simplifies the rebranding process for screen printers and embroiderers who need to add custom neck labels or inside collar prints for retail resale, corporate programs, or team uniforms. The twill neck tape provides a clean, professional surface for inside collar screen printing or heat transfer applications when the tear-away label is removed.

Wholesale & Program Buying Advantages

The Independent Trading Co. IND4000 heavyweight hoodie is designed specifically for wholesale buyers, screen printers, embroidery shops, uniform programs, and retail brands that require consistent quality, reliable inventory availability, and exceptional value across bulk orders and reorder programs. With 45 color options spanning solids, heathers, camo patterns, and safety colors, the IND4000 provides the color depth and variety needed to support diverse customer bases, seasonal merchandise programs, and multi-team uniform contracts without requiring multiple vendor relationships or SKU management complexity.

The generous unisex fit accommodates a broad range of body types and sizing preferences, making the IND4000 an efficient choice for schools, clubs, corporate programs, and promotional apparel buyers who need a single style that works across diverse populations. The extended size range from XS through 5XL ensures inclusive sizing for youth programs, adult teams, and plus-size customers without requiring separate style numbers or special ordering processes.

For screen printers and embroidery shops, the IND4000 delivers the decoration performance, wash durability, and consistent quality that professional decorators require to maintain their reputation and minimize callbacks or quality issues. The 100% cotton face, substantial fleece weight, and reinforced construction ensure that decorated garments maintain their appearance and structural integrity through repeated washing and extended wear, reducing warranty claims and customer dissatisfaction.

Retail brands and promotional apparel buyers benefit from the WRAP certification, which provides documented evidence of socially conscious manufacturing practices that align with corporate social responsibility initiatives, sustainability goals, and ethical sourcing requirements. The premium quality, extensive color selection, and competitive wholesale pricing make the IND4000 an excellent foundation for private label programs, branded merchandise collections, and retail resale applications where quality and value drive purchasing decisions.

Joe's USA maintains deep inventory across all 45 colors and extended sizes, shipping from a nationwide 10-warehouse distribution network that ensures fast delivery, reduced freight costs, and reliable stock availability for rush orders, seasonal programs, and ongoing reorder requirements. Whether you're ordering a single dozen for a small team or multiple cases for a large retail program, Joe's USA delivers the fast, friendly, quality service that wholesale buyers have trusted since 1986.

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