Terms of Service
Comprehensive cooperation guidelines for B2B partnerships with Ecoicolortote. Please review these terms carefully before placing orders.
Scope of Cooperation
These Terms of Service (the "Terms") apply exclusively to B2B partnerships between Ecoicolortote (the "Manufacturer") and corporate clients (the "Client") for the manufacturing, customization, and supply of tote bags and related products.
- Eligible Clients: Registered businesses, brands, distributors, and resellers only. Individual consumer orders are not accepted.
- Product Scope: OEM and ODM tote bags in various sizes, materials (recycled, natural, vegan leather), patterns, and customization options.
- Manufacturing Location: All production is conducted at our Dongguan facility in Guangdong Province, China.
- Acceptance: By placing an order or signing a purchase agreement, the Client acknowledges and agrees to be bound by these Terms.
Order Rules
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)
Standard MOQ is 500 units per design/SKU for stock materials. Custom material or complex designs may require higher MOQ (negotiable based on project scope).
Sample orders (10-50 units) are available for quality evaluation prior to bulk production, subject to sampling fees (see Section 3).
Payment Terms
- Deposit: 30-50% advance payment required upon order confirmation to initiate production.
- Balance: Remaining balance due before shipment or upon delivery (FOB/CIF terms).
- Methods: Bank transfer (T/T), Letter of Credit (L/C), or other mutually agreed methods. All banking fees are borne by the Client.
- Currency: USD or CNY (exchange rate locked at order confirmation).
Production & Delivery Timeline
- Standard Lead Time: 25-45 working days from deposit receipt and final design approval.
- Rush Orders: Available with additional fees (10-20% surcharge). Contact sales for feasibility.
- Delays: Force majeure events (natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions) may extend timelines. Manufacturer will notify Client promptly.
- Shipping: FOB Shenzhen/Guangzhou by default. CIF/DDP terms available upon request with adjusted pricing.
Customization Terms
Sampling & Prototyping
- Sample Fee: USD $50-200 per design (varies by complexity, material, and printing method). Fee is refundable upon bulk order placement (MOQ met).
- Timeline: 7-14 days for sample production after design finalization.
- Revisions: Up to 2 rounds of revisions included. Additional revisions incur extra charges.
- Shipping: Sample shipping costs borne by Client (express courier recommended).
Mold & Tooling Ownership
- Custom Molds: If custom molds/dies are required (e.g., unique hardware, embossing plates), Client pays one-time mold fee (USD $200-1000 depending on complexity).
- Ownership: Molds remain property of Manufacturer but are exclusively reserved for Client's orders. Manufacturer will not use molds for other clients without written consent.
- Transfer: Client may request mold transfer (physical handover) after 3 years of partnership or upon payment of a transfer fee (negotiable).
- Maintenance: Manufacturer maintains molds at no extra cost for 2 years from last order. Extended storage available for annual fee.
Intellectual Property
Client retains all IP rights to provided designs, logos, and artwork. Manufacturer agrees not to reproduce or sell Client's designs to third parties. Client warrants that all provided materials do not infringe third-party IP rights and indemnifies Manufacturer against related claims.
Quality Assurance & After-Sales
Quality Inspection
- Internal QC: All products undergo multi-stage inspection (material, production, final) at our Dongguan facility. Defect rate target: <2% per batch.
- Third-Party Inspection: Client may appoint independent inspectors (e.g., SGS, Bureau Veritas) at their own cost. Manufacturer will cooperate fully.
- Pre-Shipment Approval: Manufacturer provides photos/videos of finished goods before shipment. Client has 48 hours to raise concerns.
- Acceptance: Goods deemed accepted if no written objection within 7 days of delivery.
Warranty & Defect Handling
- Warranty Period: 90 days from delivery date for manufacturing defects (stitching failures, material flaws, hardware malfunctions).
- Defect Rate Tolerance: Up to 2% defect rate is industry-standard. If defects exceed 5%, Manufacturer will replace defective units at no cost.
- Exclusions: Warranty does not cover damage from misuse, improper storage, normal wear-and-tear, or Client-caused errors in specifications.
- Remedy: Manufacturer's sole liability is replacement of defective goods or pro-rata refund (at Manufacturer's discretion). No liability for indirect/consequential losses.
Returns & Exchanges
Custom-made products are non-returnable unless defective. For stock items, returns accepted within 14 days (unused, original packaging) with 20% restocking fee. Return shipping costs borne by Client unless defect is Manufacturer's fault.
Breach of Contract & Dispute Resolution
Breach of Contract
- Payment Delays: If Client fails to pay deposit/balance on time, Manufacturer may suspend production or cancel order. Late payment incurs 1.5% monthly interest.
- Order Cancellation: Client may cancel before production starts (full deposit refund minus 10% admin fee). After production begins, cancellation forfeits deposit and Client liable for work-in-progress costs.
- Delivery Delays (Manufacturer): If Manufacturer delays beyond agreed timeline (excluding force majeure), Client may claim 0.5% compensation per week (capped at 5% of order value).
- IP Infringement (Client): If Client-provided designs infringe third-party rights, Client indemnifies Manufacturer for all legal costs, fines, and damages.
Dispute Resolution
- Negotiation: Parties agree to first attempt good-faith negotiation for 30 days to resolve disputes.
- Arbitration: If negotiation fails, disputes shall be submitted to the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) in Shenzhen, China. Arbitration conducted in English.
- Governing Law: These Terms governed by the laws of the People's Republic of China (excluding conflict of laws principles).
- Language: English version of these Terms prevails in case of translation discrepancies.
Limitation of Liability
Manufacturer's total liability (contractual, tort, or otherwise) shall not exceed the total amount paid by Client for the specific order in question. Manufacturer not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including lost profits or business interruption.
Questions About These Terms?
Our B2B team is ready to clarify any aspects of our cooperation framework and customize agreements for your specific needs.
Contact Legal & Sales Team:sales4@ecoicolor.com