Leather Cord with Mercerised Finish for Down Jackets
This leather cord is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the mercerised finish surface, the 10# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps down jackets 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 elastic that lost recovery after three washes, or shrinkage that only showed up after the first wash. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Leather Cord |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Mercerised Finish |
| Typical application | Down Jackets |
| Base material | PU Leather |
| Standard size | 10# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | Sedex SMETA |
Material and finish options
- Copper — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- TPU — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Genuine Leather — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Nickel Silver — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Ceramic — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Bonding
- Laser Cutting
- Epoxy Coating
- Weaving
- UV Protection Finishing
- Embossing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Down Jackets. Related applications on the same base include suits, bras, hats, skirts, blouses.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 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 Sedex SMETA with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
7 working days for the first sample, with 5 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
What are the payment and delivery terms?
Standard terms are a deposit with the order and the balance before shipment, under EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP as agreed.
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.
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.
Send the reference sample or tech pack and we will come back with a costed specification, a sampling timetable and the compliance documents your market requires.
