Shipping & Export Policy
We manufacture in Sialkot, Pakistan, and export by air and sea through Karachi. This page sets out how shipments are arranged, what documents accompany them, and what is expected of the buyer at destination.
1. Incoterms
Our standard term is FOB Karachi (Incoterms 2020). We also quote CIF and CFR to a named destination port, and EXW for buyers with their own freight forwarder in Pakistan. The Incoterm, named port and inclusion or exclusion of freight and insurance are stated on the quotation and again on the proforma invoice. Risk passes at the point defined by the stated Incoterm.
2. Lead times
Production lead time is measured from the later of sample approval in writing and receipt of the advance payment. Typical timings:
- Combat, winter and sports gloves: 30–45 days
- Industrial coated, cut-resistant and impact gloves: 30–50 days
- Disposable and cotton knit gloves: 20–35 days, or ex-stock for standard lines
- Football kits and tracksuits: 35–50 days depending on sublimation volume and personalisation
- Samples: 10–15 working days, plus courier transit
Sea transit from Karachi is typically 18–28 days to Europe, 25–35 days to the US East Coast and 12–20 days to Gulf ports, depending on routing and transhipment. Air freight takes 3–7 days door to door. We provide the forwarder’s tracking reference once the shipment is handed over.
3. Documentation we provide
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Certificate of Origin (issued by the relevant chamber of commerce)
- Bill of lading or airway bill in the buyer’s name
- Product-specific test reports and certificates, when applicable and agreed before the order
- Third-party inspection certificates where the buyer appoints an agency
Where destination regulations require additional documents, such as a conformity assessment, phytosanitary certificate or legalisation by a consulate, we will arrange these where possible and state the cost separately before shipment.
4. Packing
Goods are packed in export-grade corrugated cartons, with inner polybags per pair or per set. Cartons are marked with buyer reference, style, size ratio, quantity, net and gross weight and country of origin, and are sized for standard palletisation. Custom carton artwork is produced to the dieline you supply. For Amazon FBA and third-party logistics we apply FNSKU labels and carton-level marking to the specification you provide before production.
5. Samples
Samples are shipped by courier at the buyer’s cost and are charged at a development rate, which is credited against the bulk order once it exceeds the value stated on the sample invoice. Courier charges are not credited. We declare the correct commercial value on sample documentation; we do not under-declare to reduce duty, and we ask buyers not to request it.
6. Partial shipments and consolidation
Where an order contains multiple styles with different production times, we can either hold the order for a single shipment or split it into partial shipments. Split shipments carry separate freight and documentation costs, which are quoted and approved before they are made. Consolidation with our other shipments to the same destination is available on request and can reduce freight cost on smaller orders.
7. Buyer responsibilities at destination
The buyer is responsible for import clearance, duties, taxes and destination charges unless the Incoterm expressly includes them. Please confirm before ordering whether your country requires a specific conformity route, labelling language, or importer registration for the product category, as these requirements affect both packaging and documentation.
8. Delays and force majeure
If a shipment is delayed by circumstances outside our control, port congestion, carrier schedule changes, customs holds, strikes, weather or government action, we will inform you promptly and provide revised dates. Where a delay is caused by us, we will prioritise your shipment and, where appropriate, offer air freight at our cost for the affected portion.
9. Contact
Shipping and documentation questions: [email protected] or WhatsApp +92 323 5019739.