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Sourcing Q&A

Questions on sourcing verification, brand comparison, pricing and lead times.

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What evidence is needed to file a zipper claim?

Claims need the carton label, invoice, lot number, defect photos and a count of pieces checked. State the test conditions if a performance test failed.

Can rush zipper orders be expedited safely?

Expedite by removing work, such as stock tape or a standard slider, not by skipping inspection. Confirm material availability before promising a date.

How do I check zipper batch traceability?

Traceability links a carton to tape lot, teeth lot, plating batch and assembly date. Test it by tracing one carton before you need the link.

Can zippers from different lots be used together?

Mix lots only from the same tape dye lot and teeth batch, inside the agreed tolerance; otherwise keep one lot per style or size range.

What payment terms do zipper suppliers normally accept?

Terms usually combine a deposit with a balance against documents; open account is a credit decision. Agree currency, bank charges and document release.

How are zippers packed for export shipping?

Inner packs of a fixed count, a moisture liner, protected sliders and marks that match the packing list are the basics of export packing.

What carton quantity should I expect for zippers?

Confirm inner pack, carton count, dimensions and gross weight per item, and keep the carton within a safe handling weight.

What is the standard lead time for zipper orders?

Stock components run about two to four weeks; custom dyeing or new tooling adds weeks. Ask for staged dates counted from sample approval.

What is the minimum order quantity for metal zippers?

Metal zipper MOQ is set by plating and casting batches plus tape dyeing, so confirm whether the minimum applies per style, per color or per shipment.

Are sample charges refunded against bulk orders?

Refund practice varies, so agree the creditable amount, the threshold and the timing before the sample is made. Courier charges are usually excluded.

How are zipper quality claims settled after delivery?

Settlement is replacement, credit, next-order adjustment or joint review, depending on whether the cause is confirmed as material or workmanship.

Which tests should a zipper supplier provide reports for?

Reports must match the exact construction and finish; check the method, laboratory, date and test condition, then retest after a process change.


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