Polyester Thread with Chrome Plating for Lingerie
This polyester 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 chrome plating surface, the 8# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps lingerie 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 trim that passed sampling but failed in-line because it was never cycle tested, or a spec that lived in an email instead of a tech pack. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Polyester Thread |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Chrome Plating |
| Typical application | Lingerie |
| Base material | Zinc Alloy |
| Standard size | 8# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | GRS |
Material and finish options
- Aluminium — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Neoprene — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Zinc Alloy — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Acrylic — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- POM Plastic — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
Processes available on this item
- UV Protection Finishing
- Embossing
- Anti-Bacterial Finishing
- Flame Retardant Finishing
- Moisture Wicking Finishing
- Electroplating
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Lingerie. Related applications on the same base include workwear, underwear, socks, lingerie, jackets.
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 GRS 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.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
GRS documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
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 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.
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.
