Garment Defect Types
Understand how QTI Solutions classifies garment defects — Critical, Major, and Minor — to help overseas buyers ensure product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Types of Garment Defects
In the apparel industry, garment defects are categorized into three levels — Critical, Major, and Minor. This classification helps manufacturers and buyers maintain consistent quality standards and avoid costly rework or returns.
Critical Defects
Definition: Serious flaws that make a garment unsafe, unusable, or legally non-compliant. These defects pose a direct risk to consumer safety or product functionality.
Examples:
- Needles, pins, or sharp objects left inside garments
- Broken or missing fasteners causing injury
- Flammable or toxic materials
- Chemical or biological contamination
Major Defects
Definition: Defects that affect the garment’s appearance, durability, or performance. While not dangerous, they can cause customer dissatisfaction or product rejection.
Examples:
- Large stains or visible discoloration
- Incorrect sizing or misalignment
- Holes, open seams, or fraying threads
- Improper stitching or poor workmanship
Minor Defects
Definition: Small imperfections that do not affect usability or appearance significantly. These are often acceptable within AQL limits and do not lead to returns.
Examples:
- Slight color shade variation
- Loose threads or minor seam puckering
- Tiny stains not visible at first glance
- Small label or logo misalignment
By classifying and identifying these defects, QTI Solutions helps buyers and manufacturers maintain consistent product quality and avoid costly quality failures during shipment.
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