Wired Edge Ribbon with Enzyme Wash Finish for Sportswear
This wired edge ribbon is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the enzyme wash finish surface, the 6 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps sportswear consistent across seasons instead of drifting with whatever the mill happens to have in stock.
The usual reason buyers come to us is not price. It is a trim that passed sampling but failed in-line because it was never cycle tested, or reorders that quietly changed supplier and changed the hand feel. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Wired Edge Ribbon |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Enzyme Wash Finish |
| Typical application | Sportswear |
| Base material | ABS Resin |
| Standard size | 6 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 16 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | Bluesign |
Material and finish options
- TPU — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Zinc Alloy — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Brass — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Acrylic — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Silicone — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Digital Printing
- Heat Setting
- Embossing
- Mercerising
- Enamel Filling
- Flame Retardant Finishing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Sportswear. Related applications on the same base include baby clothing, sportswear, down jackets, outdoor tents, workwear.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 2.5 sampling on every lot.
- Photo report shared before the balance payment is due.
- Packed to your own carton ratio and barcode specification.
- Test reports issued against Bluesign with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 500 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
What happens if a bulk lot fails inspection?
The lot is reworked or remade at our cost. Inspection reports are shared before the balance payment is due.
Can you handle our own artwork or tooling?
Yes. Artwork files or existing tooling can be used; we confirm tolerances in writing before the first production run.
How long does sampling take?
10 working days for the first sample, with 3 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
