In the competitive world of international trade, timing and compliance are everything. Recently, Huashun completed a high-pressure ODM project for a Serbian importer that perfectly illustrates our commitment to speed, quality, and cost-efficiency.
The Challenge: A “Mission Impossible” Deadline
Our client needed a customized 24-piece gold-plated stainless steel cutlery set for a critical pre-festival sales window. However, we faced two major hurdles:
- Extremely Tight Timeline: While standard production for custom gold-plated cutlery typically takes 30–35 days, the client required delivery within just 23 days to catch their shipping schedule.
- The Cost-Quality Paradox: The client demanded strict compliance with EU Food Contact Material (FCM) standards and dishwasher-safe durability, all while maintaining a very competitive budget.
Our Strategic Solution: Engineering Value
To meet these “impossible” demands, Huashun’s technical team provided a series of professional optimizations:
Material Optimization for EU Compliance
Initially, the client considered 304 or 201 stainless steel, but these options exceeded the budget or lacked market competitiveness. We proposed a smarter alternative:
- 430 Stainless Steel: Used for forks and spoons to meet EU standards while controlling costs.
- 420 Stainless Steel: Used for knives to ensure the necessary hardness and cutting performance.
- Third-Party Verification: We expedited samples to Intertek China Lab for accelerated testing to ensure total peace of mind for the importer.
Advanced PVD Titanium Plating
To ensure the set was dishwasher-safe and durable for long-term use, we utilized a high-end PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) titanium gold plating process. This provided a premium finish that far exceeds standard plating in both aesthetics and wear resistance.
Accelerated Production & Rigorous QC
To compress the 35-day schedule into 23 days without sacrificing quality:
- We deployed dedicated QC inspectors at every single stage of the production line.
- We prepared 200 pieces of each item as free replacement stock to proactively address any potential shipping or handling issues.
The Result: A Long-Term Partnership
By optimizing the packaging and streamlining production, we didn’t just meet the deadline—we beat it.
- Ahead-of-Schedule Fulfillment: The client successfully received their goods in time for the peak Christmas sales season.
- Premium Presentation: The final packaging featured thick, high-grade artisan boxes that exceeded the client’s expectations for a retail environment.
- Proven Success: Following the success of this project, the Serbian importer has become a long-term partner, placing substantial orders twice a year.
Why Choose Huashun for Your ODM Projects?
Whether you are facing a tight seasonal deadline or need to navigate complex international safety standards, Huashun has the expertise to deliver. We don’t just take orders; we provide targeted suggestions that balance cost, quality, and speed.
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