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Choosing the right custom tattoo supplier for your next launch event depends on a lot of factors, ranging from balancing skin safety compliance to production capacity and your minimum order quantities (MOQs) to lead times. The decision to finalise your choice of going with the right supplier can never be done at the last minute because a rushed decision is going to compromise your brand reputation—from colours not properly printed to shipments that arrive after your event date, there could be many problems. It's best to plan and start your research as early as possible to avoid any last-minute hassle.
Start with certifications
As tattoos fall under cosmetics in Europe, you have to choose a tattoo supplier that uses only dermatologically tested, non-toxic, and also FDA-compliant inks. Look for partners who have REACH compliance (REACH is managed by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) to control the use of chemical substances), follow good manufacturing practices (GMP), and follow a safety assessment on inks being used.
Production capacity
When you are ordering for a large forthcoming event, production capacity matters as much. Some suppliers that handle small orders very well might struggle a lot once the order climbs up. Also, when multiple events are happening in peak season, so its important to ensure that your supplier can successfully maintain and deliver your orders during these packed seasons as well.
Lead Times and Shipping
If your launch date is sensitive and you need orders within a strict deadline, it's best that you confirm the supplier’s turnaround times in advance, from mockup approval to delivery. In Europe, the delivery times from domestic manufacturers can range from 1-3 business days or 1-2 weeks for bulk or special delivery, while in international bulk orders, it can take 2-4 business days.
Quality and Overall Service
Before giving your order, analyse whether your supplier is communicative with you as well as transparent from the start to the end of the order. The supplier should be transparent in their prices, to avoid any last-minute surprises in the end.
Ask for samples
If your launch spans multiple markets, it's worth insisting on a sample before finalising a big order. Seeing an actual printed proof and not just a digital sample can help you catch on to any issues, for example, be it colour mismatches or quality issues.
Conclusion
Following these important key points can help you sort a trusted supplier among the pool of tattoo suppliers present in Europe. When your tattoos are going to be on thousands of people at the event, it's best to be double sure.
Horizonsources is a leading name in bulk production of customised, skin-safe, and waterproof temporary tattoos for promotional events. If you want competitive rates on bulk orders, along with the best quality in the market, contact Horizonsources now!