The sample stage is your evaluation phase. Samples are purpose-built to let you assess the product before committing to bulk production volumes.
Samples let you evaluate:
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Material quality
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Craftsmanship
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Finishing standards
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Scale & proportions
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Packaging suitability
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Market positioning
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Samples are not structured for resale or margin testing at scale. They are your structured evaluation step before scaling. If preferred, you can treat them as low MOQ products for personal or business use.
4 Signals That Tell You It's Time to Move to Bulk
Look for all four of these before initiating a bulk conversation.
Bulk orders are handled offline through direct coordination with our team — not through the sample checkout. The process typically follows five structured steps.
1
Inquiry
Contact us on WhatsApp or email indicating interest in a bulk purchase — include the product(s), approximate quantities, and your required timeline.
2
Volume & Pricing Discussion
Our team will discuss:
·MOQ per product
·Unit pricing at volume
·Production timeline
·Certifications required
3
Production Confirmation
Upon commercial agreement: production is formally scheduled, raw materials are allocated to your order, and timelines are confirmed in writing.
4
Inspection & Packaging
Quality checks may be conducted before shipment dispatch. Custom packaging, labelling, and branding instructions are applied at this stage if agreed during negotiation.
5
Export & Freight Planning
Depending on volume, your shipment will be planned under the appropriate freight mode:
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Air Freight
Smaller bulk orders
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Sea Freight
Larger shipments
Bulk shipments may operate under different Incoterms than sample shipments.
Bulk Payment Structures
Bulk payment terms are negotiated as part of the commercial discussion and differ from the sample checkout process. Common structures include:
Advance Payment
Full or partial payment before production begins — common for new buyer relationships.
Milestone-Based Payment
Payments tied to production milestones — deposit, mid-production, pre-shipment.
Balance Before Shipment
Remaining balance paid after inspection and before the order is dispatched.
Negotiated Commercial Terms
For established buyers, bespoke payment terms agreed at the start of each season.
Can Sample Cost Be Adjusted When Placing Bulk?
In some cases, sample cost adjustment may be discussed when placing a substantial bulk order. However, this is not a standard policy — it is evaluated case by case.
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Sample cost adjustment depends on:
◆The size and value of the bulk order placed
◆Your buyer history and relationship with TICC
◆Individual case evaluation — it is never automatic
Why Bulk Terms Differ from Sample Policies
Bulk orders operate under a fundamentally different commercial framework than samples — which is why they cannot follow Help Center sample policies.
Sample Orders
·Fixed website pricing
·DHL Express shipping
·Standard checkout policies
·Lower financial exposure
·Shorter production cycles
Bulk Orders
·Negotiated volume pricing
·Air or sea freight options
·Negotiated commercial terms
·Higher financial exposure
·Longer, customized production cycles
Building a Long-Term Sourcing Partnership
The Indus Craft Co. is designed to be a long-term sourcing partner — not a one-off transaction. Bulk ordering is where this relationship becomes most commercially meaningful for both parties.
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Better Pricing
Volume-based economics unlock tier discounts unavailable at sample stage.
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Consistent Scheduling
Recurring orders build production priority and planning reliability.
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Customisation
Market-specific customization, private labelling, and exclusive colorways become possible.
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Volume Planning
Seasonal forecasting and inventory pre-positioning become structured activities.
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Commercial Alignment
Stronger commercial alignment across pricing, lead times, and logistics planning.
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Sustainability
Long-term partnerships enable more sustainable production practices at craft clusters.
Summary
Move to bulk when all four signals are in place:
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Product quality is validated — you're satisfied with material, finish, and craftsmanship.
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Pricing model is confirmed — retail price, margin, and landed cost are all calculated.
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Market demand is clear — you have volume forecasts and sales velocity data.
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You're ready for commercial discussion — prepared to talk MOQs, timelines, and production terms.
Bulk orders are managed professionally and independently from the sample checkout process. Get in touch with our team to start the conversation.
+91 94320 58888