Gildan 2300 Unisex Ultra Cotton® Pocket T-Shirt

Description

Gildan 2300 Unisex Ultra Cotton Pocket T-Shirt

The Gildan 2300 Unisex Ultra Cotton Pocket T-Shirt is a substantial 6 oz. pocket tee designed for custom work shirts, staff uniforms, team apparel, branded merchandise, and everyday wear. It combines Gildan’s familiar classic fit with a functional left-chest pocket, taped neck and shoulders, a durable rib-knit collar, and a tear-away label for easier customization.

Made primarily from 100% U.S. cotton, the Gildan 2300 has the sturdy feel customers expect from the Ultra Cotton collection. The fabric provides good coverage and a stable surface for screen printing, DTF transfers, and selected embroidery placements. It is a practical choice when you want something more substantial than a lightweight promotional shirt without moving into premium fashion-apparel pricing.

The left-chest pocket gives the 2300 a traditional workwear appearance that works especially well for contractors, service companies, restaurants, warehouses, event crews, schools, clubs, and organizations ordering custom pocket T-shirts. It can also serve as a dependable blank for retail merchandise when a classic, relaxed silhouette is preferred over a fitted fashion tee.

Gildan 2300 versus the Gildan 2000

The Gildan 2300 is built on the same heavyweight Ultra Cotton platform as the Gildan 2000. The principal difference is the addition of the left-chest pocket. Choose the Gildan 2300 pocket T-shirt when the pocket is important to the garment’s function or overall look. Choose the Gildan 2000 when you want a similar classic fit and fabric weight without a pocket.

Why choose the Gildan 2300?

• Substantial 6 oz. fabric with better coverage than a lightweight promotional tee
• Classic unisex fit with room through the body
• Functional five-point left-chest pocket
• Available in an extended size range from S through 5XL
• Taped neck and shoulders for improved structure and durability
• Classic-width rib collar
• Tear-away label for easier custom branding
• Suitable for custom work shirts, uniforms, teams, events, and retail merchandise
• Compatible with screen printing, DTF transfers, and selected embroidery placements
• Safety Green available for jobs and events requiring greater visibility

Product specifications

• Brand: Gildan
• Style: 2300
• Product: Unisex Ultra Cotton Pocket T-Shirt
• Fabric weight: 6 oz./yd² in the United States; 10 oz./linear yard in Canada
• Primary fabric: 100% U.S. cotton
• Yarn: 18 singles
• Fit: Classic unisex fit
• Collar: Classic-width rib collar
• Construction: Taped neck and shoulders
• Pocket: Five-point left-chest pocket
• Label: Tear-away label
• Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL
• Available colors: Approximately 15 colors, subject to current inventory

Fabric content by color

Most Gildan 2300 colors are made from 100% U.S. cotton. Certain heather and safety colors use blended fabrics:

• Ash Grey: 99% cotton and 1% polyester
• Sport Grey: 90% cotton and 10% polyester
• Safety Green and Safety Orange: 50% cotton and 50% polyester

Safety Green is designed to meet ANSI/ISEA 107 high-visibility color standards. If your organization has specific safety-apparel requirements, please confirm the complete garment and decoration specifications before ordering.

Custom Gildan 2300 decoration options

Breaking Free Industries can customize the Gildan 2300 using several decoration methods:

• Screen printing: A strong option for larger orders and artwork using a limited number of solid colors
• DTF transfers: Well suited to detailed, multicolor artwork and smaller or mixed-quantity orders
• Embroidery: Appropriate for selected company names, monograms, and small logos when the artwork and placement are suitable

Popular decoration placements include a full front, full back, sleeve, area above the pocket, or selected pocket-area placements. Because the pocket includes seams and must remain functional, artwork intended to print or embroider directly on the pocket should be reviewed before production.

We can also discuss custom interior neck printing, additional branding placements, individual fulfillment, and size-adjusted artwork when your order includes a broad range of garment sizes.

BFI Take

The Gildan 2300 is a straightforward and dependable heavyweight pocket tee. It is not intended to feel like a fitted fashion shirt, but that is part of its appeal. The classic fit, substantial cotton fabric, extended sizing, and familiar workwear appearance make it a practical choice for uniforms, crews, teams, and organizations that need consistency across a larger order.

The pocket gives it a noticeable step up from a basic crew-neck tee without dramatically increasing the garment cost. It also gives businesses and organizations a useful visual detail that feels appropriate in work, hospitality, service, and event environments.

For customers comparing blanks, we generally recommend the Gildan 2300 when value, extended sizing, inventory availability, and a traditional pocket-tee fit matter more than an exceptionally soft or fashion-forward hand-feel.

Responsible manufacturing and materials

This product is manufactured in a facility identified as OEKO-TEX certified. Gildan is accredited by the Fair Labor Association, and the garment contains U.S.-grown cotton sourced through responsible-cotton initiatives.

Order custom Gildan 2300 pocket T-shirts

Breaking Free Industries provides custom Gildan 2300 pocket T-shirt printing for businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, teams, events, apparel brands, and community groups. We serve customers throughout Orange County and Los Angeles and can ship custom apparel nationwide.

Request a quote with your approximate quantity, preferred colors, size range, artwork, and deadline. We will recommend the most appropriate decoration method and provide clear pricing before production.

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Frequently asked questions

What fabric is the Gildan 2300 made from?

Most Gildan 2300 colors are made from 6 oz. 100% U.S. cotton. Ash Grey is a 99/1 cotton-polyester blend, Sport Grey is a 90/10 blend, and the Safety Colors are 50/50 cotton-polyester.

Is the Gildan 2300 a heavyweight pocket T-shirt?

Yes. At 6 oz./yd², the Gildan 2300 is generally considered a heavyweight or substantial everyday T-shirt. It provides more structure and coverage than many lightweight promotional tees.

How does the Gildan 2300 fit?

The Gildan 2300 has a classic unisex fit. It is roomier and more traditional than a slim or fashion-fit T-shirt, making it suitable for workwear, uniforms, team orders, and customers who prefer a relaxed silhouette.

What is the difference between the Gildan 2300 and Gildan 2000?

Both shirts use Gildan’s heavyweight Ultra Cotton platform and have a similar classic fit. The Gildan 2300 includes a left-chest pocket, while the Gildan 2000 does not.

Is the Gildan 2300 good for screen printing?

Yes. Its stable 6 oz. fabric makes the Gildan 2300 a dependable choice for screen printing. It can also be decorated with DTF transfers and selected embroidery placements.

Can you print or embroider directly on the pocket?

Some pocket-area designs are possible, but the pocket seams, artwork dimensions, decoration method, and need to preserve pocket function must be considered. Breaking Free Industries will review the artwork and recommend the best placement before production.

Does the Gildan 2300 have a tear-away label?

Yes. The tear-away label makes the Gildan 2300 easier to customize with a printed interior neck label or another private-label solution.

What sizes does the Gildan 2300 come in?

The published size range is S through 5XL. Availability varies by color, so we recommend confirming inventory before finalizing a large size breakdown.

How many colors are available?

The Gildan 2300 is offered in approximately 15 colors, including traditional neutrals, brighter colors, and high-visibility Safety Green and Safety Orange. Current color and size availability may vary.

Can I order mixed sizes?

Yes. Breaking Free Industries can produce orders containing mixed sizes. When an order spans a broad range, we can also evaluate whether the artwork should be scaled to maintain a more consistent visual proportion across the garments.

What decoration method is best for the Gildan 2300?

The best method depends on the quantity and artwork. Screen printing is often economical for larger orders with limited colors, while DTF is useful for detailed, multicolor designs and smaller quantities. Embroidery may work for selected small logos and placements.