Elastic Thread with Mercerised Finish for Down Jackets
This elastic 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 mercerised finish surface, the 20 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps down jackets 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 compliance document that arrived after the goods were already shipped, or a zipper puller that broke under pull test at the warehouse. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.

Specification
| Product | Elastic Thread |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Mercerised Finish |
| Typical application | Down Jackets |
| Base material | POM Plastic |
| Standard size | 20 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 12 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | RoHS |
Material and finish options
- Genuine Leather — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Stainless Steel — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Cotton — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Copper — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- PU Leather — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Laminating
- Moisture Wicking Finishing
- Singeing
- Electroplating
- Water Repellent Finishing
- Piece Dyeing

Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Down Jackets. Related applications on the same base include boots, home curtains, bags, jackets, caps.
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 RoHS with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
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.
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 500 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.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.




