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5.2 oz. 100% cotton. Five-point left chest pocket. Sizes S through 3XL. Multiple colors.
Key Features of the Hanes 5290P
- 5.2 oz./yd², 100% cotton, 22 singles
- Ash is 99/1 cotton/polyester
- Light Steel is 90/10 cotton/polyester
- Charcoal Heather is 50/50 cotton/polyester
- Five-point left chest pocket
- Shoulder-to-shoulder tape
- Double-needle sleeves and bottom hem
- Tear away label
- Contains US grown BCI cotton
- Made in an OEKO-TEX and FLA certified facility
- Blank for screen printing or embroidery
About the Hanes 5290P
The Hanes 5290P is the pocket version of the popular 5280 Essential-T, adding a five-point left chest pocket to the same reliable 5.2-ounce 100% cotton construction. Pocket tees fill a specific need in the wholesale market that pocket-less alternatives cannot. Workwear programs, service industry uniforms, outdoor staff, and casual buyers who specifically prefer the practical utility of a chest pocket all reach for pocket tees first when ordering. The 5290P delivers that utility at a budget-friendly wholesale price.
The five-point pocket construction has a slightly more refined geometric shape than a standard squared pocket, giving the garment a small detail that elevates it above the most basic alternatives. The 100% cotton construction takes screen print ink cleanly across the full color range, and the shoulder-to-shoulder tape adds structure that holds the garment's shape through repeated washing. BCI cotton sourcing and OEKO-TEX and FLA certifications give it a stronger sustainability and ethical sourcing profile than most budget pocket tees.
For the non-pocket version of the same Essential-T construction, the Hanes 5280 Essential-T T-Shirt covers programs that do not need the pocket detail. For a heavier pocket tee at a higher weight, the Tultex 293 Unisex Heavyweight Jersey Pocket T-Shirt steps up to 5.5 ounces with USA premium cotton. For a comparable pocket tee from another brand at a similar price point, the Gildan G230 Pocket T-Shirt is a popular high-volume alternative.
FAQ
Why does a pocket on a tee matter?
Pocket tees serve a specific functional purpose. Workers who need to keep pens, phones, or small tools accessible during the workday reach for pocket tees specifically because the pocket provides storage that pocket-less alternatives do not offer. For workwear, service industry, and outdoor program applications, the chest pocket is genuinely useful, not just decorative.
Is the 5290P good for screen printing?
Yes. The 100% cotton surface takes plastisol ink cleanly. For decoration placement, keep print artwork below or above the pocket area to avoid printing across the pocket seam. Most decorators place graphics on the right side of the chest opposite the pocket, or use a back print for larger designs.
What sizes are available?
Small through 3XL.
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Policies and Practices
Any order can be returned within 30 days of receipt. To be eligible for a return, your item must be: 1). unused, 2). unwashed, and 3).unaltered (it must be blank--no embroidery or printing, etc).
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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