Product and intended use

List catalog models or describe the style you need. Include material preferences, thickness or weight, finished dimensions and the intended use.

Quantity and custom requirements

Provide estimated quantities, color and size mix, artwork positions, labels and packaging. State which requirements are fixed and which can be discussed.

Packing and destination

Confirm whether quantities mean pieces, pairs or sets. Include the country, destination port if known, packing requirements and desired arrival date.

Sample, documents and commercial terms

Ask how samples are arranged and specify any required inspection or documents. Compare quotations using the same specification, currency, trade term and packing assumptions.