Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is CedarEx Sports Global based, and where are your manufacturing facilities located?

CedarEx Sports Global maintains its global administrative headquarters and export operations desk in Karachi, Pakistan, while our primary manufacturing workshops are based in Sialkot — the renowned global hub for hand-stitched match footballs, professional combat gear, and performance sportswear.

To provide European clients with legal simplicity, tax efficiency, and smooth customs clearance, we operate a dedicated European partner desk: Penta Flora SRL Import / Export, located in Monterotondo (RM), Italy. This hybrid structure gives international buyers direct factory-gate pricing with European trade guarantees.

Q: What certifications, social compliance audits, and safety standards do your partner factories hold?

We mandate strict compliance with internationally recognized labor, ethical, environmental, and quality standards across all production lines. Our partner factories operate under verified credentials including:

• Social & Ethical Audits: WRAP (Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production), SEDEX / SMETA 4-Pillar, and amfori BSCI.
• Quality Management: ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management systems.
• Environmental Responsibility: ISO 14001 certification, REACH compliance for non-toxic dyes/adhesives, OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification for sports textiles, and GRS (Global Recycled Standard) options.
• Technical Accreditation: Football and match ball lines engineered strictly to FIFA Quality and FIFA Quality Pro testing standards.

Q: What are your minimum order quantities (MOQs) for custom private-label equipment and apparel?

Our minimum order quantities are structured around efficient raw material yields and precise dye-lot setup to guarantee competitive unit pricing:

• Sublimated Sports Jerseys & Team Kits: 50 pieces per design (mixed sizing from XS to 3XL included).
• Sports Balls (Hand-Stitched & Thermo-Bonded): 100 pieces per design/spec.
• Boxing & MMA Sparring Gloves: 100 pairs per design (mixed weight 8oz to 16oz).
• Carbon Fibre Padel Rackets: 50 pieces per model (12K / 18K carbon fiber options).
• Cricket Equipment: 50 pieces for English/Kashmir willow bats; 120 pieces for alum-tanned leather match balls.
• Domestic Corporate & School Supply: 25 pieces with nationwide Pakistan delivery.

Q: Can CedarEx produce fully custom private-label gear matching our exact technical specifications?

Yes. CedarEx is a full-service OEM / ODM white-label manufacturer. We turn technical tech packs into physical products, or our technical design team can assist you in developing custom specifications from scratch.

Available custom variables include panel geometry, butyl vs. latex bladder selection, genuine leather vs. engineered microfiber PU, padding density (EVA / injection moulding), racket layup carbon weight, and fabric GSM selection (130–180 GSM mesh/interlock). Custom branding covers full-bleed sublimation, screen printing, 3D embroidery, debossing, high-density transfers, custom neck labels, hangtags, and retail packaging with custom barcodes.

Q: Do you offer pre-production physical samples before bulk production runs?

Yes. We require pre-production physical sample approval before launching mass production for all new private-label clients. Physical sampling allows you to evaluate fabric feel, seam construction, sizing accuracy, and color fidelity under actual match conditions.

Sampling timelines average 7 to 12 working days post artwork approval. Pre-production sample fees are fully credited toward your bulk production invoice upon contract confirmation.

Q: What is the typical lead time for bulk manufacturing and delivery?

Production and transit timelines are agreed upon prior to deposit receipt and tracked through weekly milestone updates:

• Pre-Production Sampling: 7–12 working days.
• Mass Manufacturing: 20–35 days depending on total order volume and technical complexity.
• Air Freight Transit: 5–8 days door-to-door worldwide.
• Sea Freight Transit (EU / UK Ports): 18–24 days port-to-port.
• Sea Freight Transit (North America): 28–35 days port-to-port.
• Eurasian Rail Freight: 22–26 days to central European hubs.

Q: How is quality controlled and inspected before shipment?

Every shipment undergoes a strict four-stage Quality Control protocol supervised by our in-house QC inspectors:

1. Material Inspection: Testing raw leather thickness, fabric GSM weight, bladder air-retention, and willow grain density before cutting.

2. In-Line Audit: Checking stitch density (stitch-per-inch ratio), seam integrity, and print alignment mid-run.

3. AQL 2.5 Final Inspection: Random sampling for weight, circumference, sphericity, water absorption, rebound height, and seam stress limits.

4. Pre-Shipment Loading Check: Carton integrity, barcode accuracy, moisture protection, and container sealing verification. Dated inspection reports with photos and video clips are provided before final dispatch.

Q: Which Incoterms, payment methods, and customs support do you provide?

We support standard commercial Incoterms: FOB Karachi, CFR, CIF, and fully Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) door-to-door. Under DDP terms, our logistics desk manages freight forwarding, origin export documentation, destination customs clearance, duty calculation, and local courier delivery.

Standard payment terms are a 30% advance deposit to initiate production, with the remaining 70% balance payable against shipping document copies (Bill of Lading / Air Waybill) or via irrevocable Letter of Credit (L/C at sight) for high-volume contract orders. European clients can also transact with our Italian partner firm, Penta Flora SRL, for streamlined VAT and SEPA processing.