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Sew-on snap fasteners are bought wholesale directly from a manufacturer, specifying the material (metal or plastic), size, colour or finish and quantity. For garment factories and brands, what matters is that the snaps are identical in tone and snap strength across all batches, that stock is available for repeat orders and that samples can be approved before the production run.
Who buys sew-on snap fasteners wholesale
- garment factories doing CMT work for EU brands;
- fashion brands with their own production;
- manufacturers of childrenswear, lingerie and nightwear;
- ateliers making evening dresses and men's suits;
- haberdashery traders and sewing supply shops.
Each group has different needs: the factory relies on stable stock and fast delivery, the brand on the exact colour and the approved sample, and the trader on the range and the packaging.
Sew-on snap fasteners wholesale: what to include in the specification
| Parameter | What to specify |
|---|---|
| Material | Metal (brass, steel) or plastic (nylon) |
| Size | Diameter in mm and the size number, if you use one |
| Colour / finish | Nickel look, black, gold, bronze, clear, white, black or colour matched to a sample |
| Requirements | Nickel free, resistance to dry cleaning or to washing at a given temperature |
| Quantity | For this order and the expected annual consumption |
| Packaging | Loose, on cards, in sets of male + female part |
| Delivery | Address in the EU, required date |
Metal or plastic for your production
Metal sew-on snaps are stronger and thinner – suitable for coats, jackets, heavier dresses and uniforms. Plastic ones are light and almost invisible – suitable for blouses, lingerie, childrenswear and delicate fabrics. Many factories keep both types in stock: black and nickel-look metal snaps in several sizes and clear plastic snaps in small sizes. That way they cover most styles without special orders.
Sew-on snap fasteners in colour
Standard colours are clear, white and black for plastic, and nickel look, black, gold and bronze for metal. When a specific shade is needed – for example in the colour of the collection – plastic snaps can be dyed to a sample and metal ones can be covered with fabric. Send a fabric swatch or a Pantone reference. Minimum quantities for dyeing depend on the article, so describe the project in your inquiry.
Samples: a mandatory step
Before a production order, ask for samples and test them in real conditions:
- sew the snaps onto the fabric you will be working with;
- fasten and unfasten them repeatedly and assess the snap strength;
- wash or dry clean them using the method on the care label;
- check the tone of the finish and that there is no rust or staining;
- approve the sample in writing and keep it as the reference.
Packaging and warehouse organisation
Sew-on snap fasteners are supplied loose (male and female parts together or separately) or on cards. For a garment factory, loose packing in sets is the most practical; for retailers, cards with a set number of pairs. Specify which you need. In the warehouse, sort the snaps by size and colour in clearly labelled boxes – clear models in different sizes look alike and are easily mixed up.
Inspection on delivery
- compare the tone of the finish with the approved sample;
- measure a few pieces with a caliper;
- check that the number of male and female parts matches;
- test the snapping action on random pieces;
- for metal – check for uneven plating and scratches.
What affects the price
The wholesale price of sew-on snap fasteners is not fixed and depends on several factors:
- material – brass, steel or plastic;
- size – larger models need more material;
- finish or colour – standard or matched to a sample;
- additional requirements – nickel free, fabric-covered;
- packaging – loose or on cards;
- quantity and frequency of orders.
For specific terms, send a request for a quote with the parameters above.
Related fasteners for a complete order
When ordering sew-on snaps, most factories also order other concealed and visible fasteners. Wire hooks and eyes are used for waistbands and the top edge above a zip, while press-on snap buttons are used for childrenswear, sportswear and workwear. Combining the order with one manufacturer simplifies logistics and colour coordination.
Common mistakes in wholesale orders
- Ordering by size number only, without the diameter in mm.
- No approved sample – tone differences between batches.
- Not specifying the nickel-free requirement for childrenswear and lingerie.
- Ordering too few of a popular size and stopping production.
- Snaps not sorted by size in the warehouse.
Stock planning
For factories with recurring styles, it makes sense to plan the annual consumption of the most used sizes and colours and agree on scheduled deliveries. This avoids stopping the line because of one missing small accessory. Draw up a list of the core range – for example two or three sizes in black, nickel look and clear – and monitor warehouse stock before it falls below one week of work.
Why a manufacturer, not a random source
Working directly with a manufacturer gives better consistency between batches, the option of colour matched to a sample and advice on the choice. For long-running styles sewn season after season, this matters more than the price difference on an individual order.
Sew-on snap fasteners wholesale from Polkom
Polkom is a Bulgarian manufacturer of accessories for fashion, furniture, footwear and bags, selling wholesale, with over 30 years of experience, more than 10,000 articles and large stock. We deliver across the EU and offer fast sampling. In the sew-on snap fasteners category you will find metal and plastic models in various sizes and colours. Send your specification via the contact page or to info@polkom.com.
