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The Ultimate T-Shirt Tech Pack Template for Buyers

Quick Takeaway:

Clarity Creates Quality. A factory cannot guess your vision. They follow instructions. If you leave a detail out, they will fill the gap with the cheapest option. Therefore, a “Tech Pack” is your contract. It is the blueprint. By providing this template to your buyers, you look professional. You force them to define exactly what they want. Consequently, you avoid the endless back-and-forth emails that kill momentum.

Section A: Product Overview

This section tells the factory exactly what they are looking at.

  • Style Name: (e.g., Men’s Heavyweight Oversized Tee)
  • Style Number: (e.g., CBECL-TEE-001)
  • Season: (e.g., Spring/Summer 2026)
  • Fabric Reference: (e.g., 100% Combed Cotton, Single Jersey)
  • Weight (GSM): (e.g., 220 GSM)
  • Colorways: (e.g., Black, White, Charcoal, Forest Green)
  • Size Range: (e.g., XS – XXL)
  • Quantity: (e.g., 500 per color)

Section B: Technical Sketch (The Flat Lay)

You need a visual here. A simple 2D drawing.

  • Front View: Show neck shape (Crew/V-neck), sleeve length, and hemline.
  • Back View: Show any seams or back prints.
  • Detail View: Zoom in on the neck rib, side vents, or pocket placement.
  • Construction Notes:
    • Neck Rib: 1×1 Rib with 5% Elastane (Width: 2.5cm).
    • Hem: Double needle stitch (2cm width).
    • Shoulder: Taped shoulder-to-shoulder for durability.

Section C: Measurement Chart (The Fit)

This is the most critical part. Measurements must be in CM or Inches.

Point of Measurement (POM)Tolerance (+/-)SMLXL
A. Chest Width (2cm below armhole)1.0 cm50525456
B. Body Length (HPS to hem)1.5 cm70727476
C. Shoulder Width (Seam to seam)1.0 cm44464850
D. Sleeve Length (Shoulder to opening)0.5 cm20212223
E. Neck Opening (Seam to seam)0.5 cm1818.51919.5

(Note: Provide this blank chart to buyers and ask them to fill in their “Master Sample” specs).

Section D: Artwork & Branding (The Look)

  • Print Placement: (e.g., “Center Chest, 10cm down from neckline”).
  • Print Technique: (e.g., Water-based Screen Print / High-Density Puff / DTG).
  • Pantone Colors: List the specific Pantone (TCX/TPX) codes for every color in the logo. Don’t just say “Red.” Say “Pantone 18-1662 TCX.”
  • Neck Label: (e.g., Heat Transfer, Tagless. Silver Grey ink).
  • Care Label: (e.g., Satin loop label on inside left seam. Must include fiber content, country of origin, and wash symbols).

Section E: Bill of Materials (BOM)

The shopping list for the factory.

ComponentDescriptionSupplier / Notes
Main Fabric100% Cotton, 220 GSMCombed, Enzyme Washed
Neck Rib95% Cotton / 5% SpandexMatches Body Color
Neck TapeSelf-fabric or Twill TapeShoulder to Shoulder
ThreadPolyesterMatching Color
Hang Tag350 GSM Recycled CardboardAttached with black cotton string
PolybagRecycled LDPE with warning textSelf-adhesive strip