In response to the many positive inquiries about the commercial version of the ABU by the men and women of our Armed Forces, Propper is providing the following clarification:

Propper International is the only manufacturer to have been granted permission by the creator and copyright holder of the Air Force Digital Tiger Stripe pattern to produce and sell a commercial version of the U.S. Air Force Airman Battle Uniform (ABU).

The construction and materials used in the manufacturing of the MILSPEC commercial ABU in 50/50 NYCO meet the same military specifications as the uniforms being issued by the U.S. Air Force, including Near Infrared (NIR) technology, and the application of a permanent press finish.

The 100% Cotton Ripstop version of the ABU is designed for personnel requiring a 100% cotton garment for their application, such as electricians, welders, or firefighters. While the garment is still NIR-compliant, it does not include a permanent press finish on the fabric.

The commercial version of the ABU is assembled at Propper International manufacturing facilities in the Dominican Republic, a GSA-approved country.

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