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4.5 oz. 100% ring-spun cotton. Contemporary fit. Tag-free label. Youth sizes XS through XL. Multiple colors.
Key Features of the Hanes 498Y
- 4.5 oz., 100% ring-spun cotton, 30 singles
- Ash is 99/1 cotton/polyester
- Light Steel is 90/10 cotton/polyester
- Contemporary fit
- Narrower ribbed collar without coverseaming
- Tag-free neck label
- Shoulder-to-shoulder tape
- Double-needle sleeves and bottom hem
- Blank for screen printing or embroidery
About the Hanes 498Y
The Hanes 498Y is the youth version of the Nano-T family, bringing softer ring-spun cotton quality down to youth sizing at a wholesale price that makes it practical for school programs, youth team orders, summer camps, and boutique kids' brands. The 30 singles ring-spun cotton produces a noticeably smoother, softer surface than standard open-end cotton youth tees, which kids and parents both notice immediately on first wear.
The contemporary fit gives it a slightly slimmer, more retail-quality silhouette than a traditional boxy youth tee, which works well for boutique programs and brands targeting a more fashion-conscious customer base. The narrower ribbed collar without coverseaming gives the neckline a cleaner, less utilitarian appearance, and the tag-free neck label keeps the collar comfortable for kids who are sensitive to tags. Screen printing and DTG both work cleanly on the smooth ring-spun cotton surface.
For the adult Hanes Nano-T in the same construction, the Hanes 4980 Adult Nano-T Ring-Spun Cotton T-Shirt is the natural companion for mixed-age programs. For a heavier youth cotton tee at a similar price point, the Gildan 5000B Youth Heavy Cotton T-Shirt covers the more substantial end of the youth cotton category. For a youth Softstyle ring-spun option from another brand, the Gildan 64000B Youth Softstyle T-Shirt is a comparable alternative.
FAQ
What is Nano-T fabric?
Nano-T is Hanes's branded ring-spun cotton construction designed to produce a softer, smoother hand feel than standard cotton blanks. The 30 singles yarn is finer than typical wholesale cotton, which contributes to the softer surface and better drape that customers notice on first wear.
How does the 498Y fit compared to a standard youth tee?
The 498Y has a contemporary fit that sits slightly closer to the body than a traditional relaxed youth cut. It is not slim or fitted, just less boxy. For programs targeting boutique kids' brands or fashion-conscious families, the contemporary fit reads as more intentional than a standard youth shape.
What sizes are available?
Youth XS through XL.
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Make sure your item is in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in our original packaging.
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