Why Pakistan for guipure lace
Faisalabad is one of the largest textile cities in South Asia and Mintgumri Bazar is its lace and trimmings market. Factories here run shuttle embroidery machines for guipure lace in hundreds of designs and colour ranges, at prices that compete with China and India while offering lower minimums.
Step 1: shortlist designs and request samples
Browse the catalogue by size, note the design numbers, and ask for sample pieces in the colours you need. Samples let you check width, weight, colour and how the lace sews on your fabric.
Step 2: confirm MOQ, price and lead time
State the quantity per design and colour, the destination country and your target date. The factory quotes a unit price, confirms the minimum (ours starts at 500 pieces) and gives a production lead time.
Step 3: agree payment
Export orders are usually paid by bank transfer with a deposit before production and the balance before shipment. Agree the terms in writing on the proforma invoice.
Step 4: choose shipping
Courier (DHL, FedEx, UPS) is simplest for samples and small lots and is delivered door to door. Air freight suits bulk orders that are needed quickly. Sea freight is cheapest for large programmes. Your supplier provides the commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin.
Step 5: customs and HS code
Lace in strips is generally classified under HS heading 5804. Import duty and VAT are paid by the importer in the destination country; a customs broker or the courier handles clearance.
Tips for a smooth first order
- Start with a trial order near the MOQ before a programme
- Approve a strike-off for custom designs and a lab dip for custom colours
- Ask for carton labelling with your PO and design codes
- Keep one WhatsApp thread per order for photos and approvals
Published 2026-10-12 by Decent Lace Trader, guipure lace manufacturer, Faisalabad.