Sourcing & Manufacturing

Sourcing eyewear from an overseas manufacturer involves more than picking a supplier off a directory. This section covers what brands actually need to know before placing a first order — how to evaluate a factory, what a golden sample is and why it matters, how duties and lead times work when importing from China, and what certifications like CE and UKCA require. Written from the manufacturing side, these guides are meant to help brand owners ask better questions and avoid the mistakes that come up most often during first-time sourcing.