Piping Cord with Black Nickel Finish for Socks
This piping 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 black nickel finish surface, the 8# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps socks 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 spec that lived in an email instead of a tech pack, 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 | Piping Cord |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Black Nickel Finish |
| Typical application | Socks |
| Base material | Nickel Silver |
| Standard size | 8# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 16 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | Bluesign |
Material and finish options
- Nylon — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Zinc Alloy — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- TPU — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- ABS Resin — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Brass — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Water Repellent Finishing
- Warp Knitting
- Embroidery
- Laser Cutting
- Piece Dyeing
- Metal Stamping
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Socks. Related applications on the same base include caps, workwear, skirts, socks, uniforms.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 4.0 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
Which compliance documents do you provide?
Bluesign documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
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.
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.
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.
