Artwork
Audit margins, die lines, barcode scale, and PMS assignments before proofing.
Branded paper trims and retail detail
Custom Hangtag Sourcing
Hangtags carry brand story, price, care, barcode, and collection information while surviving handling from sewing line to retail floor.
Fenalt manages substrate, paper weight, specialty print, cordage, eyelets, proofs, and kitting as part of the apparel production package.
Direct answer
Make the swing tag part of the product system
A good custom hangtag must balance board weight, print surface, attachment, information density, and transit handling. It should feel intentional at retail without becoming a weak point during packing or shipment.
Fenalt reviews artwork, die lines, barcode scale, PMS colors, paper, cordage, eyelet, and kitting requirements before delivering approved tag sets to the assigned cut-and-sew line.
Substrate matrix
Choose the card by the retail job
| Format | Substrate | Surface | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail card | 300–450 GSM coated or kraft board | Rigid, matte or gloss | Price, story, care, barcode |
| Recycled card | FSC recycled cardstock or PCR kraft | Unbleached and tactile | Sustainable collection lines |
| Premium finish | Art paper with foil, spot UV, or emboss | High-contrast brand presentation | Luxury retail programs |
| Attachment | Cotton, bamboo, or synthetic cord | Eyelet, pin, or looped string | Garment attachment and resale |
Print and assembly
Precision happens before the tag reaches the garment
Specialty finish
Foil stamping, spot UV, embossing, matte or gloss lamination protect the surface and elevate presentation.
Attachment
3–5 mm drill holes, eyelets, cotton or bamboo cord, safety pins, and loops support the intended garment.
Inspection
Color, dimensions, edge cuts, and barcode readability are checked before kitting.
Sustainable materials
FSC recycled cardstock, unbleached PCR kraft, organic cotton rag paper, and biodegradable cordage support collection-level sustainability briefs.
Retail accuracy
Offset proofs and final runs can be scanned for ANSI-grade barcode readability, keeping price, SKU, care, and QR information useful to the retail system.
Managed workflow
From artwork proof to pre-kitted trim
01
Artwork
Review print margins, die line, color, barcode, copy, and attachment.
02
Proof
Produce digital and physical samples in 10–15 days plus courier time.
03
Production
Run the paper, print, coating, eyelet, cord, and collation process.
04
Inspection
Apply ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 Level II at AQL 2.5 with color and barcode checks.
05
Line delivery
Pre-kit approved tag sets and dispatch them to the garment assembly floor.
Questions and answers
Custom hangtag FAQs
Can you match Pantone colors on hangtags?
Yes. Offset printing and PMS spot-color mixing are reviewed against D65 lighting and physical proofs before bulk production.
Which substrates suit sustainability programs?
The source includes FSC-certified recycled cardstock, unbleached PCR kraft, organic cotton rag paper, and biodegradable cotton or bamboo cordage.
Does Fenalt handle stringing and eyelets?
Yes. Managed assembly can include eyelet setting, manual or automated cord insertion, safety pins, and multi-card collation.
How are tags inspected?
Fenalt can coordinate ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 Level II inspection at AQL 2.5, color audits, micrometer dimensions, edge checks, and 100% barcode readability scanning.
What are the standard lead times?
Sampling takes 10–15 days plus 3–5 days courier shipping, and bulk production takes 15–20 days after PP sign-off.
Finish the retail detail
Give the garment a tag worth keeping
Share your artwork, board weight, print finish, attachment, and barcode requirements for a managed hangtag plan.