At a glance
Importing stockinette from Pakistan typically takes 4–8 weeks from order to delivery (depending on destination). The process involves: quote → sample approval → production → freight → customs clearance. Pakistan manufacturers use HS code 6307.90 and export through Karachi (Port Qasim).
Step-by-Step Import Process
1
Contact & Quote
Submit your sizes, materials, and monthly volume to receive a detailed FOB quote within 48 hours. Include HS code requirements. Request a pro-forma invoice for internal approval.
Submit your sizes, materials, and monthly volume to receive a detailed FOB quote within 48 hours. Include HS code requirements. Request a pro-forma invoice for internal approval.
2
Sample Evaluation
Request pre-production samples. Samples are dispatched within 5 business days — you pay outbound courier cost. Evaluate width, quality, and material before approving production.
Request pre-production samples. Samples are dispatched within 5 business days — you pay outbound courier cost. Evaluate width, quality, and material before approving production.
3
Order Confirmation
Sign off on the product specification in writing. Pay the agreed advance payment (typically 30%). The manufacturer issues an order confirmation with production timeline.
Sign off on the product specification in writing. Pay the agreed advance payment (typically 30%). The manufacturer issues an order confirmation with production timeline.
4
Production
Standard production lead time: 15–30 days from advance payment. You will receive a production update and pre-shipment sample notification.
Standard production lead time: 15–30 days from advance payment. You will receive a production update and pre-shipment sample notification.
5
Freight Arrangement
Arrange freight forwarding from Karachi (FOB) or let us arrange CIF to your port. A freight forwarder with Pakistan experience is recommended for faster clearance.
Arrange freight forwarding from Karachi (FOB) or let us arrange CIF to your port. A freight forwarder with Pakistan experience is recommended for faster clearance.
6
Shipment & Documentation
The manufacturer provides all export documents: commercial invoice, packing list, COA, certificate of origin, HS code declaration. Your freight forwarder receives the bill of lading.
The manufacturer provides all export documents: commercial invoice, packing list, COA, certificate of origin, HS code declaration. Your freight forwarder receives the bill of lading.
7
Customs Clearance
Use HS code 6307.90 for customs classification. Provide full documentation. Most stockinette shipments clear without holds when documentation is complete.
Use HS code 6307.90 for customs classification. Provide full documentation. Most stockinette shipments clear without holds when documentation is complete.
8
Delivery & Verification
Receive goods. Check against packing list and Certificate of Analysis. Verify widths match specification before distributing to customers.
Receive goods. Check against packing list and Certificate of Analysis. Verify widths match specification before distributing to customers.
Key Documentation Checklist
| Document | Purpose | Provided By |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Invoice | Customs valuation | Manufacturer |
| Packing List | Goods verification | Manufacturer |
| Certificate of Analysis (COA) | Quality compliance | Manufacturer |
| Certificate of Origin | Country declaration | Manufacturer / Chamber of Commerce |
| HS Code Declaration (6307.90) | Tariff classification | Manufacturer |
| Bill of Lading | Title and freight | Freight Forwarder |