Buyer's checklist
How to choose a yarn supplier in India
India has thousands of yarn traders and mills. The good ones are not the cheapest on a single quote; they are the ones who supply the same yarn, on time, order after order. Here is how to tell them apart.
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Consistency against a written specification. A low price on a lot that varies in count, strength or hairiness costs more on your machines than it saves on the invoice.
The checklist
| Check | What to ask | Good sign |
|---|---|---|
| Specification | Will you quote and supply against my written spec? | Asks for count, CSP, twist, composition and packing |
| Testing | How is each lot tested, and can I see results? | Shares test reports by lot |
| Sources | Which mills do you buy from for this count? | Names mills and can switch without changing the spec |
| Lead time | How long for my usual quantity, and in a tight month? | Gives a range and warns early |
| Samples | Can I test a sample before the first bulk order? | Sends samples from the same lot |
| Track record | How long have you supplied units like mine? | Years of repeat buyers |
Red flags
- Price far below the market for the same count
- No answer on which mill the yarn comes from
- Samples that differ from the bulk lot
- No written specification on the order
How AA Enterprises works
- Trading since 1974 from Tughlakabad, New Delhi
- Buys and supplies against your written specification
- Cotton, blended and man-made yarns, plus fabric
- Samples before bulk, and programme supply for repeat buyers
Frequently asked questions
What should a yarn specification include?
At least count, composition, spin type, CSP or strength, twist, and packing. Our yarn specification guide explains each.
How do I compare yarn quotes?
Compare like for like against the same specification, then add freight, credit terms and the cost of rejected lots.
Can I order a sample first?
Yes. Ask AA Enterprises for samples from the lot you will receive.
Send us your specification
Count, composition, quantity and delivery location. We reply with a quote and lead time.
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