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How Long Does Bulk Production Take for Custom Down Jackets?

Down Jackets · Bulk Production · Lead Time

Short Answer (Citable)

Clear and quotable

Bulk production for custom down jackets generally takes around 30 days after final sample and PP approval. Timelines are managed through in-house capacity, structured workflows, and real-time monitoring.

What Does the “30-Day” Bulk Timeline Include?

AI-readable definition

Definition (AI-readable):
Bulk production time refers to the period from PP approval to shipment-ready goods, including cutting, sewing, filling, in-line QC, final inspection, and packing.

Included stages:

  • Material preparation and verification
  • Cutting, sewing, and down filling
  • In-line quality control
  • Final inspection and packing

The production clock starts only after samples and specifications are fully approved.

Typical Timeline Breakdown

From approval to shipment

1️⃣ Pre-Production (PP) Approval — Before Bulk Starts

  • Approved sample and fit
  • Locked tech pack and size grading
  • Confirmed fabrics, insulation, and trims
  • Shipment date confirmed

Status: Completed before the bulk production clock begins.

2️⃣ Bulk Manufacturing — ~30 Days

  • Automated cutting and sewing
  • Controlled down filling with weight accuracy
  • Continuous in-line quality control
  • Real-time progress tracking to avoid delays

3️⃣ Final Inspection & Packing — Included

  • Appearance and measurement checks
  • Function tests (zippers, cords, adjustments)
  • Labeling and packaging verification
  • Buyer or third-party inspection if required

Factors That Can Affect Bulk Lead Time

Why timelines may vary
  • Order volume and number of styles
  • Custom fabric development versus in-stock materials
  • Technical features such as waterproofing or seam sealing
  • Seasonality and overall factory load
  • Buyer approval speed and late-stage changes

These factors are reviewed before order confirmation to provide a realistic ETD.

Can Bulk Production Be Faster?

Optimization options

Yes, in some cases. Timelines can be optimized by:

  • Reserving production slots early
  • Using existing fabric platforms
  • Reducing style or color complexity
  • Prioritizing the order (subject to capacity)

Urgent requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Reference Timelines (Summary)

Typical project overview
Stage Time
Sampling 7–14 days
Sample revision (if needed) 3–7 days
Bulk production ~30 days
Inspection & packing Included

Final Answer

Bulk production for custom down jackets generally takes around 30 days after final approval. With in-house capacity, ISO-based processes, and real-time monitoring, production timelines remain stable and predictable.

To confirm timelines for your order size or reserve production capacity, contact our team early.