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Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.

Launching a fashion brand is exciting, but choosing the right clothing manufacturer can make or break your business. At Balaji Aptex, a leading private label clothing manufacturer in India, we’ve helped hundreds of brands navigate production challenges.

To ensure you partner with the best, here are the top 5 questions you MUST ask before hiring a manufacturer—covering MOQs, sustainability, lead times, and more!

1. What Are Your Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs)?

Why It Matters:

  • Startups need low MOQs (50-100 pieces) to test the market.

  • Large brands prefer bulk discounts (500+ units).

 

Balaji Aptex Solution: We offer flexible MOQs with no hidden costs—perfect for indie brands scaling up!

2. Do You Offer Ethical Manufacturing?

Why It Matters:

  • 67% of consumers prefer eco-friendly fashion (McKinsey 2024).

  • Certifications like GOTS, OEKO-TEX, or BCI ensure ethical practices.

 

Balaji Aptex Solution: We provide:

  • Organic cotton, recycled polyester, and bamboo fabrics.
  • Water-based printing and zero-waste cutting.

3. What’s Your Sampling Process & Cost?

Why It Matters:

  • Samples help test fit, fabric, and design before bulk production.

  • Avoid manufacturers who skip sampling (risks costly errors!).

Balaji Aptex Solution:

  • 3 free sample iterations + fast 7-day turnaround.

  • Tech packs and 3D virtual samples for accuracy.

4. What’s Your Production Timeline?

Why It Matters:

  • Delays can miss seasonal trends (e.g., festival collections).

  • Ask: “Can you handle urgent orders?”

Balaji Aptex Solution:

  • 4-6 weeks for bulk production (from fabric to finish).

  • Express options for time-sensitive launches.

5. Do You Provide End-to-End Services?

Why It Matters:

  • Look for OEM/ODM manufacturers who handle:

    • Fabric sourcing

    • Design-to-production

    • Quality control & logistics

Balaji Aptex Solution:
We’re your one-stop partner for:

  • Private label manufacturing
  • Custom tags/packaging
  • Global shipping (FOB, CIF terms)

Red Flags to Avoid 🚩

  • No physical factory tours/virtual audits
  • Unclear pricing (hidden fabric or labor charges)
  • Poor communication (slow responses, no contracts)

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