Hanes 5280 - Essential-T Short Sleeve Tee

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Hanes 5280 Essential-T T-Shirt — The Essential-T, a dependable 6 oz cotton value tee

The Hanes 5280 (H5280) is the Essential-T, a dependable 6 oz cotton value tee. Sourced through S&S Activewear and stocked in 46 colors, it is ready for decoration, private labeling, and retail-ready programs at wholesale pricing.

Fabric & Construction

  • 5 oz./yd², US grown, 100% cotton, 22 singles
  • Ash is 99/1 cotton/polyester, 20 singles
  • Light Steel is 90/10 cotton/polyester, 20 singles
  • Charcoal Heather and Safety Colors are 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singles
  • CVC - Oxford Grey is 60/40 cotton/polyester, 20 singles
  • Pre-shrunk
  • Classic fit
  • Set-in 1x1 ribbed crewneck
  • Self-fabric neck tape for comfort
  • Double-needle sleeves and bottom hem

Available Sizes & Colors

  • Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL
  • Colors: 46 in-stock colors across core and fashion shades

Ideal For

  • Screen Printing: Smooth surface holds fine detail and vibrant halftones
  • DTG Printing: Even cotton face is ideal for direct-to-garment work
  • Heat Transfer & Vinyl: Consistent surface for clean heat-press results
  • Retail & E-Commerce: Retail-quality feel customers expect on the rack
  • Events & Merch: Elevated blank quality at wholesale pricing
  • Corporate & Team: Professional look for uniforms and group orders

Care Instructions

Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble dry low. Do not bleach. Do not iron decoration. Do not dry clean.

Why H5280?

The Hanes 5280 is the Essential-T, a dependable 6 oz cotton value tee — a reliable pick for decorators and brands that need consistent quality across large runs. With 46 colors, sizes S–5XL, and wholesale pricing through S&S Activewear, it slots neatly into retail lines, team orders, corporate programs, and promotional drops alike.

Features

  • 100% preshrunk cotton
  • Made with sustainably and fairly grown USA cotton
  • Seamless rib at neck
  • Taped shoulder-to-shoulder
  • Double-needle stitching throughout
  • Tear-away label
  • Quarter-turned to eliminate center crease
  • 7/8" collar
  • Classic fit

Size Chart

Measurements in inches, measured flat.

(in inches)SMLXL2XL3XL4XL
Body Width18202224262830
Full Body Length28293031333435
Sleeve Length8 ⅛8 ⅜8 ⅝8 ⅞9 ⅝10 ⅛10 ⅝

Shipping & Returns

All Blank orders of $59 or more are shipped FREE same day via UPS Ground. Blank orders under $59 will qualify for the following shipping options:

  • USPS Blank Apparel Shipping (2-4 Business Days): $7.99
  • UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $9.99

Read our Shipping Policy for more information.

Request a return within 30 days of the order date to be eligible for a refund or return. See our Return Policy for details.

Note: All blank orders shipped outside of the continental US are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund.

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