Use & market
Who will use the product, where will it be sold and what conditions will it encounter?
The buyer’s working brief
A beautiful finish.
A clear specification.
From wash-tested garment decoration to a deep, sparkling resin table: begin with what the finished product needs to do. Use these industry briefs to prepare your material, document and sample review.
Start with your industryToys & children’s craft kitsNail & beauty developmentTextile printing & garment decoration
Four questions behind every material choice.
Batch reference
Which colour, particle size, thickness and finish define the approved sample?
Process fit
Which binder, temperature, solvent exposure and equipment must the particle work with?
Evidence & traceability
Which reports match the selected grade, and how will samples and trial results be recorded?
01 / Industry brief
Toys & children’s craft kits
Particle retention, age group and the finished toy.
A decorative component needs to be evaluated as part of the complete toy or kit. Define the intended age group, accessible surfaces and how the child will use the item before choosing a colour or cut.
Documents to request
- Selected-grade SDS, composition and particle specification.
- Relevant element-migration, lead and phthalate reports: review EN 71-3, ASTM F963 and CPSIA requirements with the responsible product assessor.
- The finished-product testing and certification file for the intended market; component reports are supporting evidence.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Agree a retention test for the actual adhesive or binder, including rubbing and foreseeable handling.
- Inspect cut edges and oversized particles; assess the finished construction for the intended users.
- Record colour, size distribution, sample code and agreed acceptance limits for repeat batches.
A report for glitter alone does not certify a toy. The manufacturer or importer must establish the finished-product requirements.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Water-degradable series · chemical testingCANPC24024449703 · PDFSolid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFScope reference: CPSC toy safety guidance
02 / Industry brief
Nail & beauty development
Exact ingredient identity, use area and formula compatibility.
Start with the complete particle construction and intended area of use. A nail coating, face product and eye-area product need separate assessment; a decorative finish name cannot establish cosmetic suitability.
Documents to request
- Current SDS and full composition or ingredient information for the selected grade, including substrate and colour layers.
- The assessor’s required substance, impurity and microbiological evidence, matched to the product and market.
- Selected-grade compatibility records and batch colour/particle specifications.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Test the actual nail base or cosmetic formulation through mixing, storage and the full cure.
- Agree colour-bleed, particle-edge, application-feel and finish criteria; assess handling and dust control.
- Review the allowed uses of each colour additive for the intended market and body area.
No blanket “cosmetic grade”, eye-safe, lip-safe or FDA-approved claim is made for these collections. Additional evidence must be confirmed for the selected grade.
Scope reference: FDA colour additives and cosmetics
03 / Industry brief
Textile printing & garment decoration
Wash durability, flexibility and the actual heat-transfer cycle.
The finish must work with the fabric, adhesive and transfer process together. Send the fabric construction, decoration method and care instructions, rather than selecting a grade from colour alone.
Documents to request
- Grade specification and SDS, including particle dimensions and thickness as separate values.
- The buyer’s restricted-substance list and relevant azo, formaldehyde or element test requirements.
- Wash, dry/wet rub, flex and heat-cycle trial records; confirm any buyer-requested OEKO-TEX documentation and its precise scope.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Run the actual press temperature, dwell time and pressure on the intended fabric.
- Check shedding, cracking, rub transfer, colour and hand feel after the agreed wash programme.
- Keep an approved decorated fabric and identified loose sample for repeat-order comparison.
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 is a textile testing/certification scheme; no XUCAI OEKO-TEX certificate has been established from the supplied files.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Solid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFSilver series · chemical testingCANPC24009677105 · PDFScope reference: OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 scope
04 / Industry brief
Packaging & printed decoration
Clean detail, adhesion and the converted pack.
Check the decoration on the actual paper or board after printing, coating, drying and converting. A beautiful flat sample still needs to survive folding, stacking and handling.
Documents to request
- Grade SDS, colour/cut specification and relevant substance reports.
- Adhesive or ink compatibility and cure trial record for the proposed construction.
- Buyer-specific packaging requirements, including a separate assessment if food contact is relevant.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Match the particle dimensions to screen openings, coating gaps and the smallest artwork details.
- Agree rub-off, tape adhesion and transfer checks after drying and folding.
- Compare colour and sparkle on the final printed background under agreed lighting.
For plant-fiber grades, confirm moisture exposure and application instructions. A water-degradable material name does not establish compatibility with premixed water-based inks.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Water-degradable series · chemical testingCANPC24024449703 · PDFSolid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDF05 / Industry brief
Plastic injection moulding
Processing heat, dispersion and colour stability.
A particle can experience heat, shear and residence time before it reaches the finished part. Review the exact resin and full processing window before considering a decorative material.
Documents to request
- Grade-specific thermal and processing information, particle dimensions and SDS.
- Relevant substance documentation against the part’s destination-market and buyer requirements.
- Trial record covering resin, drying, loading, processing temperatures, residence time and finished-part evaluation.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Make a small trial using the production resin and the intended process window.
- Inspect colour change, distortion, agglomeration, flow marks and visible particle distribution.
- Agree migration or surface-transfer checks where relevant to the end use.
Do not apply one temperature rating to all PET, PLA, plant-fiber or aluminium grades. No universal high-temperature capability is established here.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
PET glitter · 2024 SVHC screeningCANPC24009747401 · PDF06 / Industry brief
Automotive paint & decorative coatings
A stable flake effect through application and cure.
For custom automotive finishes, compare the flake orientation, sparkle and film build on a curved coated panel. Floor coatings, grout and architectural finishes need their own binder, wear and exposure checks.
Documents to request
- Selected-grade SDS, particle specification and binder/solvent compatibility information.
- A panel trial record covering basecoat, glitter layer, clearcoat and the full cure.
- For exterior use, agreed weathering and UV evidence for the complete coating system.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Review particle size against the spray nozzle, screen or application equipment and required film thickness.
- Assess soak stability, settling, colour bleed, adhesion and appearance after curing.
- Agree abrasion, cleaning and exposure tests around the intended surface and service conditions.
The application image illustrates a finish direction. It is not evidence of an automotive approval or a multi-year outdoor lifetime for a XUCAI grade.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Solid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFSilver series · chemical testingCANPC24009677105 · PDF07 / Industry brief
Vehicle wraps & decorative films
A smooth film, stable colour and controlled forming.
A glitter layer in a vehicle wrap is a different construction from sprayed automotive paint. Review the carrier film, adhesive, top layer and forming conditions as one system.
Documents to request
- Particle size/thickness specification and selected-grade SDS.
- Compatibility, heat-forming and storage information for the proposed film construction.
- Buyer-agreed weathering, UV and cleaning-resistance test records for the finished film.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Inspect surface uniformity, embedded-particle distribution and film thickness.
- Trial stretching, application heat and the full laminate stack on a representative panel.
- Compare colour, adhesion and surface appearance after the agreed exposure and cleaning programme.
No generic particle size or outdoor service life is prescribed. Agree both against the actual film process and test results.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
PET glitter · 2024 SVHC screeningCANPC24009747401 · PDF08 / Industry brief
Stationery & DIY supplies
Ease of use, controlled dispensing and retained colour.
A glitter glue, pen, kit and loose decoration each have a different delivery route. Specify the user group, adhesive system and packaging format before selecting a particle blend.
Documents to request
- Grade SDS, composition and relevant substance reports for the intended users.
- Particle/cut specification and a retained colour sample.
- Dispensing, storage and finished-application trials; add children’s-product assessment where applicable.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Trial the nozzle, dispenser or brush with the actual loading and binder.
- Agree settling, clumping, dust/static handling and particle-release acceptance criteria.
- Check the dried finish and whether repeated opening changes pack usability.
A craft application does not automatically establish suitability for children, skin contact or use in food.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Solid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFWater-degradable series · chemical testingCANPC24024449703 · PDF09 / Industry brief
Resin tables & decorative castings
Sparkle with depth, clarity and a consistent cure.
For a glitter river table, the finished thickness and resin chemistry determine how the flakes sit and catch the light. Start with a small representative pour before committing to a full table.
Documents to request
- Selected glitter SDS and grade specification, alongside the resin system’s processing instructions.
- A casting record covering resin/hardener ratio, mixing sequence, loading, layer depth and cure.
- Agreed colour, settling, clarity and finished-surface acceptance criteria.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Evaluate colour bleed, settling, bubbles and flake distribution during the actual working time.
- Follow the resin supplier’s pour-depth and cure guidance; compare appearance after full cure and finishing.
- Assess cleaning, abrasion and heat exposure to suit the intended furniture or object.
A decorative casting trial does not establish food-contact suitability or heat resistance for the finished table.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Solid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFSilver series · chemical testingCANPC24009677105 · PDF10 / Industry brief
Candles & wax decoration
The exact decorative location and finished-product evaluation.
Separate decoration on an exterior vessel from particles placed in wax or near a wick. Define the construction and use before discussing an effect material.
Documents to request
- Full selected-grade composition and SDS.
- The candle maker’s written material and finished-product assessment requirements.
- Records for the finished candle or decorated vessel, including heat or burn evaluation where relevant.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Identify whether decoration is on the vessel, an unheated accessory or within the wax.
- Have the candle developer assess the proposed construction before selecting a material.
- Agree appearance and adhesion checks for decorative exterior surfaces under their intended conditions.
We do not imply that general-purpose glitter is suitable for combustion or placement near a flame. Confirm the selected material and finished candle with the responsible specialist.
11 / Industry brief
Leather finishes & wallcoverings
Adhesion, flexibility and the finished surface.
The same glitter can behave differently in a flexible synthetic-leather coating and a rigid wallcovering. Specify the substrate, binder, embossing or lamination steps and expected contact.
Documents to request
- Selected-grade SDS and particle/colour specification.
- Buyer-specific substance requirements for the complete coating and substrate.
- Adhesion, flex, abrasion and cleaning trial records for the finished construction.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Run the real coating and drying sequence, including embossing or lamination.
- Compare texture, cracking, shedding and colour transfer after the agreed flex or rub test.
- Evaluate the relevant indoor light, cleaning and handling conditions.
The glitter material report does not certify the finished wallcovering or leather article.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Solid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFPET glitter · 2024 SVHC screeningCANPC24009747401 · PDF12 / Industry brief
Seasonal ornaments & festive décor
A bright finish that survives handling and storage.
Baubles, wreaths and decorative accessories need the chosen sparkle to remain attached through assembly, packing and use. Review each substrate and fixing method before approving the effect.
Documents to request
- Grade SDS and substance reports relevant to the product’s use and market.
- Approved colour/cut reference and the adhesive or coating specification.
- Packing, rub-off and storage-trial records; environmental reports only when they match the exact grade and claim.
Agree the acceptance checks
- Check adhesion on the actual glass, plastic, paper, textile or foam surface.
- Agree rub-off and transfer limits after assembly, packing and handling.
- Review moisture, heat and storage exposure for the selected material.
Seasonal decoration is not automatically a toy. Intended users and use determine the additional assessment needed.
Available material records to review
These supplied records concern their named samples. Confirm the exact grade and test scope before applying them to your project.
Water-degradable series · chemical testingCANPC24024449703 · PDFSolid colours · chemical testingCANPC24009677107 · PDFBefore the production order
Keep a reference everyone can work from.
Record the selected material code, colour, cut dimensions and thickness, quantity, packaging, batch identification, trial method and agreed acceptance criteria. Confirm which documents are available and which additional tests your project needs.
Prepare a sample & document request