Metal Zipper with Mercerised Finish for Workwear
This metal 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 mercerised finish surface, the 3# Gauge and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps workwear 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 spec that lived in an email instead of a tech pack, or a compliance document that arrived after the goods were already shipped. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Metal Zipper |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Mercerised Finish |
| Typical application | Workwear |
| Base material | Brass |
| Standard size | 3# Gauge |
| Colour matching | 6 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 | Bluesign |
Material and finish options
- Neoprene — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Aluminium — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Iron — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Brass — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Nickel Silver — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
Processes available on this item
- Brushing
- Heat Transfer Printing
- Anti-Pilling Finish
- Mercerising
- Digital Printing
- Laser Cutting
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Workwear. Related applications on the same base include underwear, jeans, socks, home curtains, bags.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 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 Bluesign 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.
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.
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.
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.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
