Reflective Tape with Anodised Finish for Boots
This reflective tape is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the anodised finish surface, the 8# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps boots 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 an interlining that bubbled after the first press, 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 | Reflective Tape |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Anodised Finish |
| Typical application | Boots |
| Base material | Aluminium |
| Standard size | 8# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 6 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 1,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance |
Material and finish options
- Wood — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Stainless Steel — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Acrylic — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Cotton — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Brass — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Digital Printing
- Epoxy Coating
- Sublimation Printing
- Anti-Bacterial Finishing
- Laser Cutting
- Metal Stamping
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Boots. Related applications on the same base include caps, kidswear, evening wear, blazers, outdoor tents.
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 ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance 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 3 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
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.
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.
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.
