Pongee Fabric with Chrome Plating for Swimwear
This pongee fabric is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The fabric construction is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the chrome plating surface, the 180 gsm and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps swimwear 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 MOQ that was quoted per colourway rather than per style, or shrinkage that only showed up after the first wash. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Pongee Fabric |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Chrome Plating |
| Typical application | Swimwear |
| Base material | Polyester |
| Standard size | 180 gsm |
| Colour matching | 24 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 3,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
Material and finish options
- Wood — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- PU Leather — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Copper — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Nickel Silver — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Nylon — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
Processes available on this item
- UV Protection Finishing
- Embossing
- Embroidery
- Heat Setting
- Warp Knitting
- Metal Stamping
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Swimwear. Related applications on the same base include lingerie, jackets, suits, sneakers, jeans.
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 OEKO-TEX Standard 100 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.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
OEKO-TEX Standard 100 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 3000 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.
If you are comparing suppliers, send us the spec they quoted against. We will quote the same spec and show you where the difference sits.
