Buckle with Mercerised Finish for Uniforms
This buckle 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 5# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps uniforms 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 elastic that lost recovery after three washes. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Buckle |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Mercerised Finish |
| Typical application | Uniforms |
| Base material | Zinc Alloy |
| Standard size | 5# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 12 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 1,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | GB 18401 |
Material and finish options
- Bamboo — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Iron — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Stainless Steel — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Acrylic — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Genuine Leather — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Rotary Printing
- Flame Retardant Finishing
- Metal Stamping
- Injection Moulding
- UV Protection Finishing
- Sanforising
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Uniforms. Related applications on the same base include jackets, trousers, activewear, bras, coats.
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 GB 18401 with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
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.
Can you match a physical sample?
Yes. Send the reference and we reverse engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk commitment.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
GB 18401 documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 1000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
If you are comparing suppliers, send us the spec they quoted against. We will quote the same spec and show you where the difference sits.
