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OEM & ODM Balaclava Manufacturer

OEM means we manufacture your own design to your tech pack; ODM means we develop the design for you, from a brief or one of our styles. Mr Balaclava offers both for balaclavas and ski masks, finished under your label, from 50 pieces per design and with a standard lead time of 14 days.

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Three one-hole balaclavas in black, purple and a printed teal design on a beige background
  • 50 pcsMinimum order
  • 14 daysStandard lead time
  • 100K pcsMonthly capacity
  • ISO 9001Certified (Eco Jersey Limited)
  • SedexMember (Eco Jersey Limited)

OEM or ODM

OEM and ODM compared

The difference is who owns the design work. Both end with the same product: a balaclava made to your specification and sold under your brand.

ModelWho designsWhat you sendBest for
OEMYou: we produce your design exactlyA tech pack or a detailed sample, logo files and quantitiesBrands with their own design team
ODMWe develop the design with youA brief, a mood board, a reference or one of our stylesNew brands and fast launches

What is included

From tech pack to delivery

Both models cover the full job, so you deal with one partner from the first file to the finished carton.

  • Tech pack and costing

    We review or complete your tech pack, suggest materials and quote per quantity.

    Mockups and tech packs

  • Materials

    Knit yarns, fleece, Lycra, mesh and eco options, with fabrics from OEKO-TEX® certified mills on request.

    Explore the fabric range

  • Sampling

    A physical sample within 5–7 days, adjusted until you approve fit, colour and branding.

  • Production and inspection

    Knitting or cutting, sewing and branding in Sialkot, with every piece inspected before packing.

    See the full manufacturing process

  • Branding and packaging

    Your logos, labels, hang tags, barcodes and packaging. Mr Balaclava's name never appears on your products.

  • Shipping

    Express by DHL, FedEx or UPS, or air and sea freight. Delivery terms are agreed for each order and confirmed before shipment.

    Global shipping

ODM starting points

Styles we can develop further for you

Developed styles you can order with your own branding, or use as the starting point for a custom design.

Browse all balaclavas in the B2B catalog

Portfolio

OEM and ODM projects

Balaclavas we developed and produced for brands, from engineered details to knitted designs.

See all projects

How ordering works

Three steps to your order

Every order starts with your brief and ends with tracked delivery. The standard production lead time is 14 days.

  1. Send your brief

    Tell us the style, fabric, quantities, branding and deadline. We reply with a quote and suggest suitable materials.

  2. Approve the sample

    We confirm every measurement, colour and logo placement in a mockup and a tech pack, then send your sample within 5–7 days.

  3. Production and delivery

    Bulk production takes 14 days as standard. Every piece is inspected, packed to your specification and shipped with tracking.

Request a balaclava quote See the full manufacturing process

Business models

Other ways to work with us

Compare the other business models, or see styles, materials and uses on the custom balaclavas page.

FAQ

OEM and ODM balaclavas: frequently asked questions

What is the minimum order for OEM and ODM balaclavas?

The minimum order is 50 pieces per design. Larger runs are made on the same lines, with a monthly capacity of around 100,000 pieces.

What do we need to start an OEM order?

A tech pack or a detailed sample, your logo files, target quantities and a deadline. If your tech pack is incomplete, our design team completes it with you before sampling.

Can you develop a balaclava from a brief?

Yes, that is ODM. Share a brief, a mood board or a reference product, or pick one of our styles to adapt. We design it with you, prepare the mockup and the tech pack, and send a sample.

Will our products carry your brand?

No. Products, labels and packaging carry only your brand; Mr Balaclava's name does not appear.

How long does OEM balaclava production take?

Samples are sent within 5–7 days of your order. Once the sample is approved, standard lead time is 14 days; 7 days is possible on request. Complex products or very large orders (100,000–200,000 pcs) can take up to one month. Express shipping by DHL, FedEx or UPS then takes 3–6 working days.

Buyer guides

Further reading

Guides from the Journal for brands developing their own balaclavas.

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