The Gildan 18500B Youth Heavy Blend™ Hooded Sweatshirt is a cozy, durable, and soft hoodie designed for kids — ideal for school, sports, or custom printing projects. Crafted from a premium 50/50 cotton-polyester blend and made with MVS Air Jet yarn technology, it offers a smooth surface for printing, reduced pilling, and long-lasting comfort.
Featuring a double-lined hood, front pouch pocket, and classic fit, this hoodie combines everyday comfort with practical style. It’s also ethically made and safety compliant for youth wear.
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Fabric Weight: 8 oz/yd² (US), 13.5 oz/L yd (CA)
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Material: 50% cotton / 50% polyester, 20 singles
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Fit: Classic fit for easy movement and layering
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Hood: Double-lined for added warmth
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Pocket: Front pouch pocket
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Label: Tear-away label for easy rebranding
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Comfort: 1x1 rib with spandex for stretch and recovery
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Safety: CPSIA Tracking Label compliant
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Durability: MVS Air Jet yarn for softness and reduced pilling
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Ethical Manufacturing: Made in WRAP-certified facilities and part of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
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Eco-Friendly: OEKO-TEX® certified low-impact dyes
Perfect for youth apparel brands, team uniforms, or custom school merchandise.
Size Chart (inches)
| Size |
Numeric Size |
Body Length |
Chest Width |
Sleeve Length |
| XS |
4 |
19.75 |
16 |
23.5 |
| S |
6–8 |
21.25 |
17 |
26.5 |
| M |
10–12 |
22.5 |
18 |
27.75 |
| L |
14–16 |
24 |
19 |
30.25 |
| XL |
18–20 |
25.5 |
20 |
33 |
Available Colors
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White
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Black
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Ash
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Cardinal Red
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Carolina Blue
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Charcoal
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Dark Heather
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Forest Green
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Gold
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Graphite Heather
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Heliconia
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Irish Green
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Light Pink
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Maroon
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Navy
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Orange
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Purple
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Red
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Royal
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Sand
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Sport Grey
Key Features
✔️ Youth-sized classic hoodie for all-day comfort
✔️ Soft fleece interior and smooth outer surface
✔️ Tear-away label for customization
✔️ Ethically produced and eco-certified
✔️ Ideal for screen printing and embroidery