PTSD LETTER

Bureau of Apparel & Textile Compliance (BATC)
Standardized Outerwear Division
File No.: BATC-2024-HJ-8832
Classification: UNCLASSIFIED // PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION
Date Issued: 24/04/2024

OFFICIAL SPECIFICATION DOCUMENT

HOODED SWEATSHIRT (DARK NAVY / WHITE VARIANTS)

Model: BATC-24-HJ ("Citizen Comfort Series")

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

• Item Designation: Standard-Issue Unisex Hooded Sweatshirt

• Purpose: Authorized for civilian and low-clearance personnel under Directive 45.12-C (Casual Outerwear)

• Authorized Wearers:

  • Civilian contractors (Tier 0 clearance)

  • Public distribution via "Community Cohesion Program"

  • Not for tactical or high-visibility use

2. MATERIAL & CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

• Fabric Composition:

  • Standard Variant: 50% Pre-shrunk Cotton, 50% Polyester

  • Heather Sport Dark Navy Variant: 40% Cotton, 60% Polyester

• Fabric Weight:

  • 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²) – Certified for year-round wear

• Yarn Technology:

  • Air-jet spun yarn (BATC-Approved Softness Rating: 4.2/5)

  • Pilling Resistance: ≤0.8 (ASTM D3512)

• Structural Enhancements:

  • Quarter-turned body (prevents center crease, reduces ironing requests)

  • Double-lined hood with color-matched drawcord (1/8" diameter)

  • 1×1 athletic rib-knit cuffs & waistband (5% spandex for retention)

  • Front pouch pocket (10" width, double-needle reinforced)

• Stitching Standards:

  • Double-needle stitching (collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, hem)

  • Seam Tolerance: ±0.15" deviation permitted

3. COLOR VARIANT NOTICES

Disclaimer:

*"The White variant (BATC-24-HJ-WHT) may exhibit a non-bright white appearance. This is inherent to material composition and not a manufacturing defect. Bright-white alternatives require Tier 2 clearance."*

4. SOURCING & COMPLIANCE

• Global Sourcing Protocol:

  • Approved Origins: Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador

  • Fair Labor Certification: WRAP/SEDEX audited facilities

• Labeling Requirements:

  • Neck Tag: "BATC-24-HJ // [COUNTRY OF ORIGIN] // LOT: [XXXXX]"

  • Care Instructions: Machine wash cold / Tumble dry low

• Durability Testing:

  • 50+ wash cycles (AATCC-135) without significant shrinkage (>3%)

5. DISTRIBUTION & USAGE

• Issuance:

  • Public: Available via BATC Community Hubs (2 units per household/year)

  • Contractors: Submit Form BATC-8832-F to procurement

• Alterations:

  • Hemming permitted if ≤1" adjustment

  • Unauthorized modifications (e.g., logo additions) void warranty

6. REVISION HISTORY

• v1.0: Initial specification (05/01/2024)

• v1.1: Added heather navy variant disclaimer (24/04/2024)

APPROVED BY:
L. M. Vasquez
Title: Deputy Director, Standardized Outerwear Division