Waxed Cotton Cord with Mercerised Finish for Trousers
This waxed cotton cord 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 6 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps trousers 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 lead time quoted without the plating or dyeing sub-process. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Waxed Cotton Cord |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Mercerised Finish |
| Typical application | Trousers |
| Base material | Glass |
| Standard size | 6 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance |
Material and finish options
- Rubber — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Nylon — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Genuine Leather — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Stainless Steel — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Zinc Alloy — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
Processes available on this item
- Warp Knitting
- PU Coating
- Flame Retardant Finishing
- Brushing
- Yarn Dyeing
- UV Protection Finishing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Trousers. Related applications on the same base include upholstery, suits, outdoor tents, underwear, activewear.
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 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?
10 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.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
ISO 12947 Abrasion Resistance documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
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.
Send the reference sample or tech pack and we will come back with a costed specification, a sampling timetable and the compliance documents your market requires.
