Duchess Satin Fabric with Piece-Dyed Finish for Workwear
This duchess satin 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 piece-dyed finish surface, the 320 gsm 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 reorders that quietly changed supplier and changed the hand feel, or a zipper puller that broke under pull test at the warehouse. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Duchess Satin Fabric |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Piece-Dyed Finish |
| Typical application | Workwear |
| Base material | Wool |
| Standard size | 320 gsm |
| Colour matching | 12 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | GB 18401 |
Material and finish options
- Wood — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Glass — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- Zinc Alloy — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
- Brass — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Rubber — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
Processes available on this item
- Rotary Printing
- Yarn Dyeing
- Heat Setting
- Mercerising
- Piece Dyeing
- Anodising
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Workwear. Related applications on the same base include baby clothing, underwear, suits, swimwear, hats.
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 GB 18401 with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
Which compliance documents do you provide?
GB 18401 documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
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.
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.
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.
