Wholesale Tshirt Bulk OEM From 100 Units

Stock Blanks And Promotions

24–72-hour domestic blank availability can suit events, staff uniforms, and test merchandise; decoration is the primary variable. Promotional tees trade originality for speed, while stock color and size availability can constrain replenishment.

Private Label Retail Programs

100-unit private-label runs can add woven labels, care labels, hang tags, packaging, and approved decoration to an established base. This model gives retailers a branded collection faster than new pattern development, but core silhouette control remains limited.

OEM Cut-And-Sew

100 units per style and color is a practical starting point for Junsheen OEM capsule production. A tech pack, custom pattern, fabric selection, grading, and fit samples provide the highest control, with more development time and approval responsibility.

ODM And Extended Sizes

XS–3XL programs need deliberate grading rather than simply enlarging a base size. ODM styles shorten development by adapting a manufacturer-ready design, whereas extended-size OEM work requires stronger fit review, measurement tolerance, and sample validation.

Fiber And Knit Selection

100% ring-spun cotton jersey is breathable, soft, and dependable for everyday retail tees; open-end cotton costs less but feels drier and rougher. 50/50 CVC balances cotton hand feel with polyester durability, while tri-blends add rayon drape. Polyester suits performance and sublimation, but needs opacity and heat tests.

Weight, Opacity, And Use

160–180 GSM single jersey is a common lightweight-to-standard range, whereas 220–280 GSM heavyweight jersey supports a structured, premium oversized silhouette. Higher GSM usually improves opacity and abrasion resistance, but construction, yarn count, and color also affect show-through and recovery.

Approve Swatches Before Bulk

3 test stages reduce surprises: review swatches, approve a finished sample, then wash-test it against the intended care label. Measure body-length and width change after laundering. 2–5% shrinkage is a practical approval threshold to discuss by fabric and finish; require the supplier to record tolerance, pilling, twist, colorfastness, and print results.

• Request light and dark color swatches
• Test screen-print adhesion after washing
• Check opacity under bright light
• Keep approved swatches with production records

Decoration Economics

1–2 spot-color logos suit screen print: its per-unit cost falls quickly as volume rises, but each Pantone color needs a separate screen. Full-color illustrations suit DTG or DTF: DTG performs best on cotton and small runs, while DTF handles detail and mixed fabrics but adds a transfer hand feel.

Branding And Finish

2 mm woven labels, neck prints, and hangtags should be specified as separate components because each has its own minimum, artwork, and approval sample. 3 common wash routes—enzyme, garment dye, and acid wash—change shade, shrinkage, and print appearance; test the finished garment rather than approving fabric alone.

• Woven label: durable premium identity
• Neck print: low-bulk comfort branding
• Custom mailer: higher perceived value

Production-Ready Files

300 dpi raster art at final print size is acceptable for DTG; screen printing and embroidery need vector AI, PDF, or EPS artwork with outlined fonts. 1 tech-pack page per placement should state dimensions, Pantone references, thread colors, print method, label folds, hangtag stock, and packaging count.

Yarn And Fabric Control

Ring-spun combed cotton generally delivers a smoother hand and cleaner print surface than open-end yarn; verify the yarn specification, fiber content, and fabric weight tolerance on the purchase order. Three cut panels from separate rolls should be weighed and checked for shade, holes, barre, and excessive skew. Ask the factory for its acceptable GSM tolerance and whether fabric is relaxed before cutting.

• Request fiber-content and fabric test records
• Compare roll weight with approved swatch
• Inspect panels under consistent daylight

Seams And Collar Recovery

A 1×1 rib collar should recover after repeated stretching without permanent waviness or neck-edge distortion. Pull the neckline gently 10 times, lay it flat, and compare its shape with the approval sample. Shoulder tape stabilizes the seam, while even stitch density, secured thread tails, straight side seams, and a flat double-needle hem reduce wash-stage failures. Inspect both shoulders and inside seams, not only the front presentation.

• Check shoulder tape reaches seam ends
• Look for skipped stitches and seam puckering
• Confirm hems remain flat after washing

Fit And Wash Verification

XS through 3XL grading needs deliberate increments at chest, body length, shoulder, sleeve, and neck opening; simply enlarging one base size produces inconsistent proportions. Measure a complete size set against the approved spec and record actual tolerances. One full wash-and-dry test on each critical colorway should confirm shrinkage, twisting, color loss, and print or trim stability before release. Retain the sealed pre-production sample, graded patterns, and measurement report for repeat-order comparison.

• Measure before and after wash
• Check side-seam torque after drying
• Approve size-set measurements in writing

Match Relevant Product Experience

Request 3-5 recent T-shirt references matching your jersey weight, silhouette, wash, and print method. Ask for front, back, neck, seam, label, and packed-garment photos, plus a physical reference sample when fit or hand feel is critical.

Test Sampling And Communication

A complete sample should follow an approved tech pack with measurements, Pantone targets, artwork placement, and trim specifications. Confirm revision limits, sample lead time, written approval gates, and one named contact who can answer construction questions clearly within the agreed working window.

Verify Controls And Compliance

Request a current factory profile, QC checklist, measurement report, and applicable fabric test reports for shrinkage, colorfastness, pilling, and composition. If a certification is required, verify its scope and validity directly; OEKO-TEX, GOTS, WRAP, and BSCI are not interchangeable.

Compare Total Production Risk

An 80,000-unit monthly capacity matters only alongside confirmed line allocation, export history, and a realistic critical path. Compare landed cost, defect-replacement policy, sampling accuracy, documentation quality, and delivery reliability—not merely the lowest unit price.

• MOQ by style and color
• Sample and bulk lead times
• Inspection and rework procedure
• Export documents and shipping support

Approve Wash Performance

After 3 wash cycles, jersey can shrink, twist, pill, or change hand feel even when the first sample looks acceptable. Approve a washed sample and state the wash method, maximum shrinkage, spirality limit, and print durability standard in the PO.

Look Beyond GSM

A 180 GSM shirt may outperform a 220 GSM alternative when it uses ring-spun yarn, stable knitting, and suitable finishing. Specify fiber composition, yarn type, knit structure, colorfastness, shrinkage, and target hand feel alongside GSM.

Lock Technical Files

A 2 cm measurement difference can alter a graded fit, especially across XS through 3XL. Attach a dated spec sheet with point-of-measure diagrams, grade rules, acceptable tolerances, Pantone references, and print-ready vector artwork.

Protect Delivery And Value

A 15-day sampling window and 25-45-day bulk window can expand with fabric booking, artwork revisions, and shipping. Confirm packaging, carton marks, approved packing samples, delivery milestones, AQL inspection terms, defect remedies, and final-balance conditions before selecting the lowest quote.

Define The Product Brief

Week 1 should lock the target wearer, retail price, competitors, and intended size range. Convert those choices into a tech pack with measurements, construction callouts, Pantone colors, label placement, and packaging requirements.

• Target retail price and margin
• Core size run and fit direction
• Sales channel and launch date

Select Fabric And Fit

180–220 GSM ring-spun cotton jersey suits many premium tees, while heavier 240–280 GSM fabric supports an oversized silhouette. Review swatches, then develop the pattern and graded size set; assess shoulder balance, body length, sleeve opening, and shrinkage on the sample.

Approve Samples And Artwork

Two sample rounds are common when a first prototype exposes fit, print scale, or wash-performance changes. Approve the final sample, print strike-off, artwork files, and production measurements in writing before releasing bulk.

• Measure against approved spec
• Check print colors and placement
• Confirm labels and care content

Fund, Inspect, And Launch

100 units can be split only after confirming the factory’s color and size-break feasibility; keep the first order concentrated enough to read demand. Pay the agreed deposit, review in-line and final inspections, settle the balance before shipment, and prepare product photos, size charts, email copy, and inventory receiving.

Build The Reorder Loop

30 days of sales data should identify sell-through by size, color, channel, and return reason. Combine those results with customer comments on fit and hand feel, then retain approved patterns and material records to reorder the winners with targeted revisions.

• Track weekly sell-through by SKU
• Log returns and fit feedback
• Set reorder trigger levels