--- title: "Custom Caps & Hats Manufacturer & Private Label" description: "Custom caps and hats under your label: baseball, dad, trucker, snapback, bucket, boonie, safari and camo caps. From 50 pieces, about 14 days." url: https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/ language: en-US updated: 2026-10-25T16:16:09+00:00 alternates: fr: https://mrbalaclava.com/fr/casquettes-chapeaux.md de: https://mrbalaclava.com/de/kappen-huete.md es: https://mrbalaclava.com/es/gorras-sombreros.md publisher: Mr Balaclava (https://mrbalaclava.com/) --- Private-label caps and hats manufacturer · Sialkot, Pakistan # Custom Caps & Hats Manufacturer Mr Balaclava manufactures custom caps and hats for brands, retailers, teams, uniform programmes and promotional buyers, under their own label. We make baseball, dad, trucker, snapback and fitted caps, bucket and boonie hats, hi-vis safari hats and camo and military caps, from 50 pieces per design and with a standard lead time of about 14 days. [Request a quote](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) See the styles Updated 25 October 2026 ![Three plain mesh-back trucker caps in grey, navy and orange, arranged in a row on a white background](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Trucker-Caps-1024x529.jpg) - **50 pcs** Minimum order - **14 days** Standard lead time - **100K pcs** Monthly capacity - **ISO 9001** Certified (Eco Jersey Limited) - **Sedex** Member (Eco Jersey Limited) At a glance ## Cap and hat manufacturing at a glance The facts buyers ask about first. They apply to every cap and hat style on this page. | Minimum order | 50 pieces per design | | --- | --- | | Samples | Made to your tech pack and approved before bulk production; samples are paid 100% in advance | | Production lead time | Approximately 14 days as standard; the confirmed schedule depends on the product, quantity and customization and is agreed for each order | | Cap and hat styles | Baseball, dad, six-panel and fitted caps; trucker, snapback, five-panel and visor caps; bucket, boonie and hi-vis safari hats; camo baseball caps, military-style patrol caps and camo boonie hats | | Fabrics | Cotton twill, brushed cotton, canvas, denim, corduroy, nylon, ripstop, polyester, recycled polyester, mesh, wool blends and printed camouflage | | Construction | Structured and unstructured crowns, foam-front and mesh panels, curved, flat and wired brims, linings, sweatbands, eyelets and chin cords | | Sizes | Adult and kids' sizes: one-size adjustable, or sized in centimetres to your size chart; fitted caps in a size run you set | | Branding | Flat and 3D puff embroidery, appliqué, woven, rubber and leather patches, screen and heat-transfer prints, sublimation on polyester, woven labels, printed sweatbands, hang tags and branded packaging | | Packaging | Polybags, cartons and hat boxes; tissue and inner supports for structured and tall hats; your barcodes and labels | | Quality and compliance | Eco Jersey Limited is ISO 9001 certified and a Sedex member; every piece inspected; test reports from a third-party lab on request | | Shipping | Worldwide with tracking: express by DHL, FedEx or UPS in 3–6 working days, or air and sea freight for large orders | Categories ## Caps and hats we manufacture Five categories cover the whole range. Each has its own page with the styles, fabrics, closures, branding options and typical buyers. ### Categories - [Baseball & Dad CapsBaseball, dad, six-panel and fitted caps in twill and performance fabrics.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-baseball-caps-manufacturer/) - [Trucker & Snapback CapsMesh-back truckers, flat-peak snapbacks, five-panel caps and visors.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-trucker-caps-manufacturer/) - [Bucket & Boonie HatsBucket hats, boonie hats and hi-vis safari hats in cotton, ripstop and polyester.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-bucket-hat-manufacturer/) - [Camo & Military CapsCamo baseball caps, military-style patrol caps and camo boonie hats.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-military-cap-manufacturer/) Popular ## Popular cap requests The six requests buyers send us most, each with its own page. - [Embroidered logo capsFlat and 3D puff embroidery, patches and labels on any cap style.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-embroidered-caps/) - [Dad capsRelaxed, unstructured low-profile caps in washed cotton with small logos.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/dad-cap-manufacturer/) - [Snapback capsFlat-peak structured caps with snap closures and printed undersides.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/snapback-caps/) - [Fitted capsCaps made in exact head sizes with a clean, snug fit.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/leading-custom-fitted-caps-manufacturer/) - [Five-panel capsLow caps with one wide front panel, colour-blocked in nylon, twill or canvas.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-five-panel-caps-manufacturer/) - [Visor capsSun, sports and golf visors with embroidered or printed peaks.](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-visor-caps-manufacturer/) Compare ## Which cap or hat fits your range? A quick guide to the styles buyers request most. The right choice depends on the wearer, the season and the price point. | Style | Shape | Best for | Typical build | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Baseball caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-baseball-caps-manufacturer/) | Structured, curved peak | Teams, promotion, everyday | Cotton twill, buckram, strap closure | | [Dad caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/dad-cap-manufacturer/) | Unstructured, low, curved peak | Lifestyle and understated logos | Washed cotton, fabric strap | | [Trucker caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-trucker-caps-manufacturer/) | Foam front, mesh back | Summer, outdoor, festivals | Foam-backed front, polyester mesh, snap | | [Snapback caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/snapback-caps/) | Structured, flat peak | Streetwear, fan shops, drops | Wool blend or twill, snap closure, printed underside | | [Fitted caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/leading-custom-fitted-caps-manufacturer/) | Structured, fixed sizes | Teams and collector ranges | Size run, elastic or firm sweatband | | [Five-panel caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-five-panel-caps-manufacturer/) | Low, one wide front panel | Skate, outdoor, design-led brands | Nylon or ripstop, colour-blocked, patch | | [Bucket hats](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-bucket-hat-manufacturer/) | Soft, sloping brim all round | Streetwear, festivals, outdoor | Cotton twill or nylon, reversible, all-over print | | [Boonie hats](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-bucket-hat-manufacturer/#boonie) | Wide flat brim, crown band, chin cord | Hiking, fishing, festivals, field work | Cotton ripstop or nylon, eyelets | | [Hi-vis safari hats](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-bucket-hat-manufacturer/#safari) | Wide brim, mesh vents, reflective band | Road crews, construction, outdoor workwear | Fluorescent polyester, reflective tape | | [Camo baseball caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-military-cap-manufacturer/#camo-cap) | Six panels, curved peak | Hunting, outdoor, streetwear | Printed camo twill, strap closure | | [Military-style caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-military-cap-manufacturer/) | Flat top, short peak | Utility fashion, outdoor, clubs | Ripstop or twill, camouflage, patch panel | How caps and hats are made ## From pattern to packed piece Every cap and hat starts as a pattern and ends as an inspected, packed piece. Here is the route each one takes. 1. **Design and pattern** We turn your brief into a tech pack: crown, peak or brim, panels, colours, closure and labels. Patterns are graded to your size chart. 2. **Cutting and interlining** Fabric is cut to the pattern and backed with buckram, foam or fusible interlining where the style needs structure. 3. **Decorating** Embroidery, patches and prints are applied to the flat panels before the piece is assembled, so placement is exact. 4. **Sewing and assembly** Panels, peak or brim, sweatband, eyelets and closure are sewn together. 5. **Shaping and finishing** Caps are steamed and pressed on forms; hats are shaped and stiffened so the crown and brim keep their form. 6. **Inspection and packing** Each piece is checked for stitching, symmetry, logo placement and size, then packed in polybags, cartons or hat boxes to your specification. Customization ## Customize every part of your caps and hats You choose the fabric, the shape and every detail. Our design team turns your brief into a tech pack and shows each logo and label placement before sampling starts. - **Fabric and material** Cotton twill, canvas, denim, corduroy, nylon, ripstop, mesh and printed camouflage, in your colours. [Cap and hat materials](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/cap-hat-materials/) - **Crown and structure** Structured or unstructured, low to high profile, five, six or eight panels, with foam or mesh where needed. - **Peak, brim and closure** Curved, flat or wired peaks and brims; buckle, slide, Velcro, snap, elastic or chin cord. - **Embroidery, patches and prints** Flat and 3D puff embroidery, woven, rubber and leather patches, screen and heat-transfer prints, sublimation on polyester panels. [Customization and branding](https://mrbalaclava.com/manufacturing/process/customization-and-branding/) - **Sizes and fit** Adult and kids' sizes, one-size adjustable or fixed sizes in centimetres, made to your own size chart. [Sizing and fit](https://mrbalaclava.com/manufacturing/process/sizing-and-fit/) - **Labels and packaging** Woven neck labels, printed sweatbands, hang tags, polybags, cartons and hat boxes with your barcodes. Mr Balaclava's name never appears on your products. [Packing and shipping](https://mrbalaclava.com/manufacturing/process/packing-and-shipping/) How ordering works ## From brief to delivery in five steps Every order follows the same route, whether it is a first run of 50 pieces or a repeat order for a whole season. 1. **Brief and quote** Tell us the style, material, sizes, quantities, branding and deadline. We reply with a quote and suggest a suitable build. 2. **Tech pack** We confirm every measurement, fabric, colour and logo placement in a mockup and a tech pack before sampling starts. 3. **Sample** We make your sample to the tech pack and adjust fit, colour and details until you approve it. Samples are paid 100% in advance. 4. **Bulk production** Cutting, decoration, sewing and finishing, with a standard production lead time of approximately 14 days. 5. **Inspection and shipping** Each piece is checked for size, colour and finish, packed to your specification and shipped with tracking. [Request a cap and hat quote](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) [See the full manufacturing process](https://mrbalaclava.com/manufacturing/process/) B2B catalog ## Caps and hats from our B2B catalog Developed styles you can order with your own branding, or use as the starting point for a custom design. [Browse all custom caps & hats in the B2B catalog](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/caps-hats/) [Browse caps and hats in our B2B catalog](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/caps-hats/) Who we work with ## Caps and hats for brands, teams, uniforms and events The same factory serves very different buyers. These are the orders we see most often. - **Fashion and streetwear brands** Logo caps, colour-blocked five-panels and bucket hats in short runs, under your label from 50 pieces per design. [Private label and OEM](https://mrbalaclava.com/manufacturing/services/private-label-oem/) - **Clubs, schools and teams** Team caps and fitted caps with an embroidered crest, reordered from the approved sample each season. [Fitted caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/leading-custom-fitted-caps-manufacturer/) - **Workwear, outdoor and event buyers** Hi-vis safari hats for crews, camo and military-style caps for outdoor brands, and branded visors and caps for events. [Camo and military caps](https://mrbalaclava.com/caps-hats/custom-military-cap-manufacturer/) - **Retail and promotional buyers** Own-label bucket hats and caps for shops, resorts and online stores, and branded caps for campaigns and giveaways. Buyer guides ## Cap and hat guides from the Journal Background reading on cap and hat styles, fabrics and how to choose them. - [Style & Trends · 9 min readCaps for Every Style: Trendy Headwear for Modern LooksExplore caps for every style! Discover trendy headwear for modern looks, perfect for every outfit and occasion.Read the guide](https://mrbalaclava.com/journal/caps-for-every-style/) - [Style & TrendsBaseball Caps in Modern Fashion: Comfort Meets StyleExplore how Baseball Caps blend comfort and modern style, making them a timeless and versatile fashion accessory.Read the guide](https://mrbalaclava.com/journal/baseball-caps-in-modern-fashion-comfort-meets-style/) - [Style & TrendsPanama Hats: Timeless Elegance and Cool Style for Every SeasonPanama hats: Handwoven for timeless elegance, comfort, and classic style. Explore their history, craftsmanship, varieties, and styling.Read the guide](https://mrbalaclava.com/journal/panama-hats/) Material Library ## Fabrics for custom caps & hats Fabrics typically used for caps & hats, with their usual weight, warmth and stretch. Full specifications are on the [cotton](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/cotton/), [polyester & recycled polyester](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/polyester-recycled-polyester/), [performance fabrics](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/performance-fabrics/) and [cap & hat materials](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/cap-hat-materials/) fabric pages. - ![Close-up of bright-red polyester interlock with fine, even stitches](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-interlock-bright-red-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polyester Interlock](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-interlock/) A double-knit polyester with a smooth, stable face on both sides. It takes sublimation and screen prints cleanly… - ![Close-up of white polyester single jersey with fine knitted stitch columns](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/polyester-jersey-white-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polyester Jersey](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-jersey/) A light single-knit polyester with a smooth face. It dries fast, takes sublimation in full colour and is… - ![Nylon Taslan Shell: close-up of charcoal nylon taslan with matt, air-textured yarns](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/nylon-taslan-shell-charcoal-grey-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Nylon Taslan Shell](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/nylon-taslan-shell/) A nylon woven from air-textured yarn, which gives it a matt, slightly cotton-like face and good abrasion resistance.… - ![Cotton Twill (Cap Fabric): close-up of navy cotton twill with a fine diagonal rib](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/cotton-twill-cap-fabric-navy-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Cotton Twill (Cap Fabric)](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/cotton-twill-cap-fabric/) The standard cap fabric: a cotton woven in a diagonal twill that is firm, smooth and takes embroidery… - ![Close-up of teal polyester microfiber knit with a smooth, soft surface](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/polyester-microfiber-knit-teal-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polyester Microfiber Knit](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-microfiber-knit/) A fine knit made from very thin polyester filaments. It feels smooth and soft, drapes well and shows… - ![Close-up of black polyester-spandex stretch jersey with a soft sheen](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-elastane-stretch-jersey-black-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polyester/Spandex Stretch Jersey (SHY Series)](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-elastane-stretch-jersey/) Our SHY series stretch jersey: 88% polyester and 12% spandex, knitted for four-way stretch and recovery. Close-fitting, smooth,… [Compare all fabrics in the Material Library](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/) FAQ ## Custom cap and hat manufacturing: frequently asked questions **### What is the minimum order for custom caps and hats?** The minimum order is 50 pieces per design, for every cap and hat style on this page. **### How long does cap and hat production take?** Standard production lead time is approximately 14 days after sample approval. Actual lead time depends on the product, quantity, customization, material availability and sampling, and the confirmed schedule is agreed for each order. Express shipping by DHL, FedEx or UPS then takes 3–6 working days. **### Which cap and hat styles do you make?** Baseball, dad, trucker, snapback, fitted, five-panel and six-panel caps, visors, bucket and boonie hats, hi-vis safari hats, and camo and military-style caps. They are grouped into four categories, each with its own page above. **### Which fabrics and materials can you use?** Cotton twill, brushed cotton, canvas, denim, corduroy, nylon, ripstop, polyester, recycled polyester, mesh and printed camouflage. Structured caps get buckram or foam inside, and every cap has a cotton or moisture-wicking sweatband. We confirm the fabric on the sample. **### Which branding methods do you offer?** Flat embroidery, 3D puff embroidery, appliqué, woven, rubber and leather patches, screen printing, heat transfer, sublimation on polyester, woven labels, printed sweatbands and hang tags. We digitise your artwork and confirm stitch count and placement on the sample. **### Can you match my brand colours?** Yes. We match fabric, thread and trim colours to your colour references or swatches, and confirm them on the sample before bulk production. **### Which sizes can you make?** Adult and kids' sizes, as one-size adjustable or fixed sizes in centimetres, made to your own size chart. Fitted caps are made in the size run you set. **### What is the difference between a pre-paid sample and a pre-production sample?** A pre-paid (physical) sample is a real piece you receive and check in your hands; it is paid before production, made in about 5 to 7 days and then shipped to you. A pre-production sample is free: we make it after your order and the 30 % advance payment, and you approve it on photos, videos or a video call before the bulk production starts. **### Can you make caps and hats under our own label?** Yes. Everything is made under your label: neck labels, inside prints, hang tags and packaging carry your brand. Mr Balaclava's name never appears on your products. **### What are the payment terms?** For bulk orders: 30% advance payment to confirm the order and begin production, 30% during production after you have reviewed the work-in-progress update, and the final 40% after the goods have passed quality control and are ready for shipment. Samples require 100% payment in advance. **### Do you ship caps and hats worldwide?** Yes. Every order ships with tracking. Express delivery by DHL, FedEx or UPS takes 3–6 working days, and larger orders can travel by air or sea freight. Shipping is priced by the weight of your order: up to 100 kg it travels door to door by express courier with import duties paid by us, and heavier orders go by air cargo, or by sea cargo from 500 kg, to your nearest airport or port. [More answers in our general FAQ](https://mrbalaclava.com/frequently-asked-questions/)