Piping Cord with Black Nickel Finish for Sportswear
This piping 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 black nickel finish surface, the 25 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps sportswear 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 lead time quoted without the plating or dyeing sub-process, or elastic that lost recovery after three washes. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Piping Cord |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Black Nickel Finish |
| Typical application | Sportswear |
| Base material | Nickel Silver |
| Standard size | 25 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 12 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-30 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 14001 |
Material and finish options
- ABS Resin — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Polyester — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Aluminium — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Recycled PET — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
- Acrylic — chosen where strength and wear resistance come first
Processes available on this item
- Weft Knitting
- Anti-Pilling Finish
- PU Coating
- Moisture Wicking Finishing
- Stone Washing
- Brushing
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Sportswear. Related applications on the same base include shirts, skirts, upholstery, boots, bras.
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 14001 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.
Which compliance documents do you provide?
ISO 14001 documentation is issued with the shipment. Test reports can be ordered against any additional standard you nominate.
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 is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 500 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
Share the programme details and we will propose two alternatives — one optimised for unit cost, one for lead time — and let you choose.
