Metallic Thread with Gunmetal Finish for Sneakers
This metallic thread is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the gunmetal finish surface, the 6 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps sneakers 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 MOQ that was quoted per colourway rather than per style, or a trim that passed sampling but failed in-line because it was never cycle tested. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Metallic Thread |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Gunmetal Finish |
| Typical application | Sneakers |
| Base material | Zinc Alloy |
| Standard size | 6 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 3,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
Material and finish options
- ABS Resin — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Glass — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Acrylic — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- PU Leather — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Polyester — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
Processes available on this item
- Digital Printing
- Injection Moulding
- Die Casting
- Laminating
- Screen Printing
- Heat Setting
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Sneakers. Related applications on the same base include scarves, outdoor tents, caps, bags, dresses.
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 OEKO-TEX Standard 100 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.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 3000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
How long does sampling take?
14 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.
Tell us the item, the quantity and the delivery window. We will quote it with the sub-processes named, so the lead time you approve is the lead time you get.
