Fabric MOQ and sampling: prepare a wool fabric order without missing details

What does 500 meters per style mean?

Fred Textile's brochure states “500 meters per style”. Use that as the published MOQ reference, not as automatic approval for every colour split, material or special finish. Ask how a style is defined for your project, whether a minimum applies to each colour, and whether sampling or development quantities have separate terms. The brochure allows discussion of MOQ and cooperation terms; the accepted order confirmation determines the actual agreement.

Which sample should you request?

First explain what you need to decide: a swatch for texture and composition, a colour reference for shade, or trial yardage for cutting and sewing. Confirm sample dimensions, availability, charges and timing before relying on them. An existing collection sample shows a direction; it is not automatically the approved standard for a newly developed bulk order. Record the agreed sample reference, composition, weight, width and finish together.

Make the quotation specific enough to compare

• Give quantity by style and colour, not only total metres.
• State fibre composition, weight units, usable width, finish and any stretch or surface requirements.
• Name the delivery destination and requested delivery basis; Fred Textile's brochure lists FOB, EXW and FCA.
• Separate the requested dispatch date from the date goods must arrive. Confirm sampling, material allocation, production, inspection and shipping timing.
• Identify required tests and documents before placing the order, including the method, acceptance criteria and sample or production lot to be tested.

What should be confirmed before production starts?

Confirm the final specification, approved sample reference, colour allocation, tolerances, packaging, payment terms and delivery arrangement in writing. The brochure describes order confirmation, raw-material allocation, spinning, weaving, finishing, final inspection and shipment. Do not assume a standard lead time or a particular payment option applies to every order; request the schedule and terms for your project. If the specification changes after approval, ask for the effects on price, MOQ and delivery before proceeding.