FAQ
Questions about textile sourcing.
Practical answers on products, specifications, sampling and export arrangements. For a question about your order, contact our sourcing team.
Orders & commercial terms
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
MOQ depends on the product, construction, fibre, colour, finish and order specification. Requirements vary between towels, bed linen, fabrics and yarn. We confirm a workable quantity after reviewing your brief and the manufacturer’s capabilities.
How long does production take?
Lead time depends on the product specification, material availability, quantity and mill capacity. Our proposal sets out the expected timeline for sampling, production, inspection and shipment.
What are your payment terms?
Payment terms are agreed according to the buyer, order structure, production requirements and commercial relationship. Terms are confirmed in the order proposal before production begins.
Which Incoterms do you quote?
Our standard export quotation basis is FOB Karachi. Other terms can be discussed to suit your logistics arrangements.
Do you hold stock?
Availability depends on the product and specification. We confirm whether a suitable existing option is available or production is required for your order.
Products & specifications
Can I get samples before ordering?
Yes. We can arrange samples against your requirements. The buyer pays the sample cost and courier charge; these costs are credited against the first order.
Which textile products and materials can you source?
Our range includes towels and terry, bed linen, curtains, table and kitchen linen, hotel and non-sterile hospital linen, woven and knitted fabrics, yarn and fibre, and technical textiles. Materials and constructions depend on the product brief. See our materials overview for details.
Can you arrange private-label or custom programmes?
Yes. We can coordinate private-label and custom programmes for home textiles, including agreed product specifications, labels and packaging. Requirements are confirmed for each order.
What textile finishes and decoration can you arrange?
Options depend on the product and material and may include printing, embroidery, dyeing and other agreed finishes. We confirm suitable methods after reviewing the specification, design and quantity.
Can you source different fabric constructions?
Yes. We source woven and knitted fabrics in constructions suited to the intended use. Fibre content, width, weight, finish and other requirements are confirmed in the specification.
What packaging options are available?
Packaging can be agreed for the product and destination, including individual packing, product labels, barcodes, sets and export cartons. We confirm the packing details and carton marking before production.
Quality & compliance
How do you coordinate quality checks?
We agree the product specification and inspection requirements before production, then coordinate checks at relevant stages, such as material review, production and final packing. Written findings can be shared with the buyer.
Which certifications are available?
OEKO-TEX, GOTS, ISO and other certifications are available from certified mills on request, per order. Availability depends on the mill, facility, material and product covered; relevant documentation is checked for the order.
Can you support destination-market requirements?
We can provide product specifications, fibre-composition details, origin information and export documentation, and coordinate third-party testing where agreed. Requirements vary by product and destination market; the importer is responsible for confirming applicable legal obligations.
How do you select a manufacturer?
We consider product capability, specification, quality requirements, capacity, lead time, order quantity, compliance documentation and price. The appropriate manufacturer depends on the product and buyer brief.
Shipping & documentation
How are goods shipped to my market?
Exports can be arranged by sea from Karachi or by air where suitable, including for samples. We coordinate packing and export handover with your forwarder or discuss available logistics arrangements.
Which export documents can you provide?
Documents can include a commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin where required, alongside information needed for the export shipment. The documents required depend on the order and destination; import clearance is handled by the importer.
Where is NOVRIN TEXTILES based?
NOVRIN TEXTILES is based in Karachi, Pakistan. We work with buyers across the EU, UK, USA, Turkiye, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kenya and Tanzania, as well as other markets.
Need a textile sourcing option?
Share your product specification sheet, required materials and destination market. We’ll review suitable Pakistani sourcing options and outline the details needed for a costing proposal.