Open-End Zipper with Antique Brass Plating for Socks
This open-end zipper is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the antique brass plating surface, the 15 mm Width 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 elastic that lost recovery after three washes, 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 | Open-End Zipper |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Antique Brass Plating |
| Typical application | Socks |
| Base material | Brass |
| Standard size | 15 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 2,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance |
Material and finish options
- Ceramic — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Wood — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- POM Plastic — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Recycled PET — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Glass — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Heat Transfer Printing
- Anti-Bacterial Finishing
- Water Repellent Finishing
- Singeing
- Garment Washing
- Sublimation Printing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Socks. Related applications on the same base include upholstery, boots, dresses, kidswear, yoga wear.
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
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.
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.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 2000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
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.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
