Core Spun Thread with Nickel-Free Electroplating for Hats
This core spun 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 nickel-free electroplating surface, the 12 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps hats 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 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 | Core Spun Thread |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Nickel-Free Electroplating |
| Typical application | Hats |
| Base material | Copper |
| Standard size | 12 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 16 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 3,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | Bluesign |
Material and finish options
- TPU — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Brass — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Iron — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- ABS Resin — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Genuine Leather — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Sanforising
- Weft Knitting
- Electroplating
- Heat Setting
- PU Coating
- Embossing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Hats. Related applications on the same base include socks, scarves, gloves, bridal gowns, luggage.
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 Bluesign 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 3000 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.
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.
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.
