Care Label with Black Nickel Finish for Footwear
This care label is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the black nickel finish surface, the 25 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps footwear 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 lead time quoted without the plating or dyeing sub-process. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Care Label |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Black Nickel Finish |
| Typical application | Footwear |
| Base material | Iron |
| Standard size | 25 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 8 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 14001 |
Material and finish options
- Polyester — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Iron — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Bamboo — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Acrylic — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Brass — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Flame Retardant Finishing
- Die Casting
- Calendering
- Garment Washing
- Sanforising
- Embossing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Footwear. Related applications on the same base include hats, scarves, luggage, bras, sportswear.
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 ISO 14001 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 5000 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.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
ISO 14001 documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
How long does sampling take?
14 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.
