Sports footwear application
PU & Synthetic Leather for Sports Shoe Uppers
Source roll materials for upper panels, overlays and other visible sports shoe components. Compare the face, backing, thickness, color and process before requesting a sample.
Start with the pattern piece
Select the construction for the intended upper part
Upper materials may share a similar surface but use different bases. The component design and production process guide the selection.
Main Upper Panels
Discuss the panel size, support, backing and visible surface requirements.
Overlays
Confirm cutting, stitching, lamination and edge appearance for overlay parts.
Eyestay & Reinforcement
Share the component structure and processing method before material options are compared.
Decorative Components
Provide the color and surface reference together with the required base construction.
Information for matching
What to send for an upper request
- Upper component photo, drawing or current shoe sample
- Preferred material family and backing
- Thickness, hand feel and surface reference
- Color standard and any processing requirements
- Estimated quantity, destination and test items
Performance is not assumed from a material name. Agree on required tests for the selected construction.
Approve the material before production
Confirm the specification, MOQ and sample costs for the selected construction. Standard lead time is 15-20 days after order and sample approval; special requirements are agreed separately.
Surface
Color and finish are approved against an agreed physical reference.
Base
Backing, thickness and roll width are checked for the selected option.
MOQ
Quantity depends on the material, color and development requirements.
Testing
Third-party tests can be arranged using the agreed standards.
Upper material request
Send the upper component and reference
We will compare suitable roll-material constructions before preparing samples.