Ribbon Sample Policy

1. Free Stock Ribbon Samples

For standard ribbons and colors already available in our collection, we offer free stock samples to qualified wholesale buyers.

Available sample materials may include:

• Satin ribbon
• Grosgrain ribbon
• Organza ribbon
• Velvet ribbon
• Cotton ribbon
• Acetate ribbon
• Eco-friendly ribbon
• Wired ribbon
• Other standard ribbon constructions

Sample Terms

• Sample fee: Free
• Maximum: Up to 5 stock samples per request
• Sample preparation: Usually 1–3 working days
• Shipping: International shipping is paid by the buyer

Stock samples are intended to help you evaluate material, width, color, hand feel and overall quality before placing a wholesale order.

For larger sample requirements, please contact our sales team for a customized sampling arrangement.

2. Custom Pantone Color Samples

If your project requires a specific brand color or Pantone-matched ribbon, we can develop a custom color sample based on your requirements.

Custom color development may involve dyeing, color matching and production adjustments, so a sample fee may apply.

Typical Custom Color Sample

• Sample fee: From US$50 per color/width
• Typical lead time: 5–10 working days

The actual cost and lead time depend on:

• Ribbon material
• Ribbon width
• Pantone reference
• Number of colors
• Custom finishing
• Production requirements

For accurate color matching, we recommend providing the Pantone reference whenever possible.

Please note that textile color matching may have reasonable production tolerances between batches. The approved physical sample should be used as the production reference for custom projects.

3. Custom Printed Ribbon Samples

Need your company logo, brand name, pattern or artwork printed on ribbon?

We can produce custom printed ribbon samples using different printing methods according to the ribbon material and artwork.

Available options may include:

• Ink printing
• Screen printing
• Heat transfer printing
• Gold foil printing
• Silver foil printing
• Letterpress
• Other customized printing methods

Typical Custom Printed Sample

• Sample fee: From US$30 per design
• Typical lead time: 5–10 working days

The final sample cost depends on:

• Ribbon material
• Ribbon width
• Printing method
• Number of colors
• Artwork complexity
• Custom ribbon color
• Special finishing

Please provide your logo or artwork in a high-resolution or editable format whenever possible.

For repeating logos or patterns, please also specify the preferred repeat distance and print position.

4. Custom Color + Custom Printing

For projects requiring both a custom ribbon color and custom printing, we recommend producing a physical sample before bulk production.

This is especially useful for:

• Brand packaging
• Luxury gift packaging
• Private-label products
• Corporate gifting
• Wedding and event products
• Retail packaging
• Seasonal campaigns
• Custom award and medal ribbons

Typical Lead Time

7–14 working days

The actual timeline depends on the material, color development, printing method and artwork approval.

For complex projects, our sales team will confirm the sampling schedule before production begins.

5. Pre-Production Samples

For larger or highly customized projects, a pre-production sample may be recommended before bulk production.

A pre-production sample can be used to confirm:

• Ribbon material
• Ribbon width
• Ribbon color
• Logo size
• Print position
• Repeat spacing
• Printing effect
• Edge finishing
• Roll length
• Packaging requirements

For custom printed ribbon, physical sample approval is an important step before mass production. Industry B2B practice commonly uses a physical strike-off or pre-production sample to confirm color, print placement and appearance before the bulk run.

Bulk production will normally begin after the final sample or production specification has been approved by the buyer.

6. Sample Fee Credit

For qualifying bulk orders, sample fees may be credited toward the final order value.

This may apply to:

• Custom color samples
• Custom printed samples
• Custom ribbon development
• Pre-production samples

Sample fee credit eligibility depends on the project and final order quantity. Your sales representative will confirm the terms when providing the quotation.

7. Ribbon MOQ

Our MOQ is not the same for every ribbon product.

Minimum order quantities depend on:

• Ribbon material
• Ribbon width
• Color
• Production method
• Printing method
• Customization requirements
• Packaging requirements

Typical Starting Quantities

These quantities are provided as general guidelines rather than fixed requirements. The actual MOQ will be confirmed according to your specific ribbon construction and production method.

Current B2B ribbon suppliers show significant variation in MOQ: some stock programs start around 500–1,000 units of length, while custom printed or woven programs commonly require higher quantities.

8. Sample and Production Lead Times

Lead times are estimates and begin after all necessary specifications, artwork and color references have been received.

Complex projects may require additional development time.

9. What We Need From You

To prepare an accurate sample or quotation, please provide as much of the following information as possible:

Ribbon specification

• Ribbon type
• Material
• Width
• Preferred color
• Required quantity
• Roll length

Customization

• Pantone color
• Logo or artwork
• Printing method, if known
• Logo size
• Repeat distance
• Print position
• Special finishing

Order information

• Estimated order quantity
• Intended application
• Packaging requirements
• Delivery country

You do not need to know every technical specification before contacting us. If you are unsure which ribbon or printing method is suitable, our team can recommend an option based on your application and target quantity.

10. From Sample to Bulk Production

Our typical custom ribbon workflow is:

11. Why Request a Sample?

A physical sample allows you to evaluate more than just appearance.

You can check:

• Color accuracy
• Ribbon width
• Surface finish
• Softness and hand feel
• Thickness
• Drape
• Edge quality
• Printing clarity
• Logo placement
• Packaging compatibility

For custom projects, sampling can help identify potential issues before committing to a larger production quantity.