Woven Elastic with Nickel-Free Electroplating for Backpacks
This woven elastic is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the nickel-free electroplating surface, the 50 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps backpacks 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 lead time quoted without the plating or dyeing sub-process, or shade drift between the approved lab dip and the bulk lot. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Woven Elastic |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Nickel-Free Electroplating |
| Typical application | Backpacks |
| Base material | Copper |
| Standard size | 50 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 6 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 1,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 15-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | BSCI |
Material and finish options
- Iron — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Polyester — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Wood — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Ceramic — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Nylon — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Brushing
- Anti-Pilling Finish
- Heat Setting
- Epoxy Coating
- Enzyme Washing
- Injection Moulding
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Backpacks. Related applications on the same base include outdoor tents, bridal gowns, footwear, baby clothing, caps.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 2.5 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 BSCI with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 1000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
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?
14 working days for the first sample, with 3 days per revision round. Plated or dyed-to-match items add a few days.
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.
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.
