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Seafolly Quality Assurance Manuals

CONTENT

A Introduction...................................................................................................................................2
B Physical Testing Requirements.....................................................................................................3
B1 Physical Production Testing Process Map...........................................................................3
B2 Physical Test Requirements.................................................................................................4
C Bulk Production Testing Requirements.........................................................................................5
C1 Bulk Production Testing Map..............................................................................................5
C2 Bulk Production Testing Requirements...............................................................................6
C3 Colorfastness Requirements ＆Performances.....................................................................6
C4 Durability Wash Test Requirements ＆Performances.........................................................6
C5 Dimensional Stability to Wash Requirements ＆Performances..........................................6
D Chemical Policy............................................................................................................................7
F Test Report Authenticity................................................................................................................7
F1 Validation Requirements......................................................................................................7
F2 Trademarks，Labels............................................................................................................8
G Minimum Testing Requirements...................................................................................................8
G1 Guidelines for the Selection of Testing Requirements......................................................12
Appendix Approved 3rd-part laboratory.........................................................................................15
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A Introduction

Our Culture and Values

At Seafolly, we are fully aware of our responsibility to protect consumer health, the environment,
and the well-being of the people within our supply chain. And we also value our supplier
relationships, which are essential to our mutual success both now and in the future. With this in
mind, we are fully committed to collaborating with all our partners using our Quality Assurance
Manual.

Why We Have Quality Assurance Manual

This Manual is an application of the Company's values to our relationships with suppliers.
Its purpose is to ensure that all product safety and quality requirements are clearly communicated,
understood, and adhered to by all parties involved. This adherence is for our mutual benefit,
reinforcing the importance of our collaborative approach to quality.

What manual including

This manual outlines the Seafolly’performance and testing requirements for apparel and textile
related components. Reference shall be made to the compliance and performance.

Who needs to acknowledge this manual

This Manual applies to seafolly's suppliers.A supplier is any person who supplies seafolly with
raw materials, textiles, products (from fiber to garments). Suppliers are aware that the seafolly
quality manual means that acceptance of a purchase order and/or supply of goods to seafolly
constitutes acceptance of this manual. Throughout this document, we refer to any person covered
by the Standards as a "Supplier”.
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B Physical Testing Requirements

B1 Physical Production Testing Process Map

the suppliers provid fabric swatches and/or garment that

seafolly required

Seafolly confirme fabric and sent the required tests docs to

suppliers.

Suppliers submit material to 3rd part laboratory for testing,

quoting required performance code.

performance code
aesthetic approval.

suppliers submit Hard Copy physical test report + fabric

specification + Swatch Sample form submitted to Seafolly
Merchandiser Team & Compliance Team for assessment.

Approve Reject

Seafolly quality team updated– Seafolly quality team updated-

Approval email notification sent. Reject email notification sent.
Improve and conduct full repeat
test.
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B2 Physical Test Requirements

Upon receipt of a Seafolly Design brief, the process for ensuring quality in production are as
follows:
 Suppliers should test their base raw materials at one of the Seafolly-approved third-party
laboratories.
 During development, Suppliers should collaborate with the Seafolly Quality Team to review
critical aspects such as trims, appliques, embellishments, fabric handle, and appearance.
 Suppliers should provide the quality test details and contrast details when submitting to 3rd-
party test laboratories. Recommendations will then be made if any additional testing is
required and/or alternative construction / applications used.
 At the testing stage, focus on the physical properties of the materials.
When submitting materials for testing, quote the Seafolly performance code to ensure
adherence to correct procedures.
Test samples represent production quality and undergo the same process route as the intended
bulk order, regardless of colorway. But yardage prints or garment wash/dye styles, samples
must replicate the intended print coverage or wash conditions.
The number of test samples needs to be prepared by consulting with the 3rd-party test
laboratory.
For example:
If Seafolly order is a dyed textile, the sample submitted for testing should be a dyed textile of
same garment.
Suppliers should contact details as well as full fabric specifications details when submitting to the
3rd-party Textile Testing laboratory.
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C Bulk Production Testing Requirements

C1 Bulk Production Testing Map

Suppliers check the fabric used in approval matches

that used in the garment approval stage

Suppliers submit a hard copy of the Test Report and a

signed 'Fabric Specifications' Declaration Form
(TQM-TEX-01) ， Include two A4-sized fabric
swatches

Seafolly confirm the docs correct

Suppliers submit material to 3rd-part laboratory for testing,

quoting required performance code.

submission performance will serve as the standard

reference for evaluating bulk production

Approve Reject

Seafolly quality team updated– Seafolly quality team updated- Reject

Approval email notification sent. email notification sent. Improve and
conduct full repeat test.
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C2 Bulk Production Testing Requirements

 Suppliers must submit a hard copy of the Test Report and a signed 'Fabric Specifications'
Declaration Form (TQM-TEX-01) alongside two A4-sized fabric swatches to the Seafolly
Merchandise/Fabric Technologist team.
 It is recommended that Suppliers retain an approved fabric swatch and tested specimens for
reference in other similar Seafolly styles, provided the fabric is from the same supplier/mill
with consistent construction and finish.
 While 3rd -party validation of fabric specifications is not mandatory, the provided information
must be accurate. Seafolly conducts random audits; non-compliance may result in suppliers
testing costs and product recall.
 The fabric's handle and appearance will be reviewed by the Seafolly Merchant, Merchandise
Team, Design Stylist, or Textile Sourcing specialist.
 The fabric used in approval should match that in the garment approval stage, ensuring
consistent performance parameters like Stretch & Recovery.
 Suppliers will be notified by email if the raw material meets Seafolly requirements. So,
suppliers should notice that the appearance, handle, and performance of the submission would
serve as the standard reference for evaluating bulk fabric production.

C3 Colorfastness Requirements ＆Performances

The DW multi-fibre should be used when testing as per the

relevant colourfastness performance requirement.
Garments with contrast trims/panels should be tested and the
DW multi-fibre staining meet the grade 4-5 grey scale.
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Lightfastness should be recorded the “Hue Changes” e.g.

‘Yellower’, ‘Redder’ or ‘Bluer’.
To ensure the correct dyestuff selection has been made it is
recommended that raw material partners test the colourfastness
of the approved lab dip / strike off at the lab Dip stage before
going into bulk production.

C4 Durability Wash Test Requirements ＆Performances

Durability wash test will be requested via the SGS or write into
the tech pack. The submitted garment/fabric are made up from
fabric & componentry representative of the bulk production.
The embellishments/trims will be attached using the same
application method intended in production.
The wash performance of the fabric / colour / appearance /
emb. / trims (including 3D applique & Button) will be
evaluated, and if required alternative attachment methods
requested to be trialled or a substitute embellishment proposed.
Any changes to the fabric appearance or handle will be noted.
For high risk styles, TP16.2 durability wash test can also be
requested at the customer contract sampling stage. The test
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sample shall made-up using the correct production methods and

in the correct bulk fabrication & colourways.

C5 Dimensional Stability to Wash Requirements ＆

Performances

Dimensional Stability test methods ISO 3175-1.

The dimensional stability performance results (pass/fail) be
based upon the washed and dried results only. If restoration
(ironing) is conducted these results would be reported
separately. The minimum dimensional stability requirements
stated in the following performance codes are based upon the
unrestored (no ironing or pressing) test specimen. If restoration
is required a domestic hand iron should be used on the warm
setting at 145±15°C. The test specimen should be ironed lightly
by moving the iron upon the surface, three (3) ironing motions
in the width direction first and then three (3) in the length.
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D Chemical Policy

At Seafolly, we are committed to ensuring the safety and environmental sustainability of our
products. We strictly prohibit the use of harmful chemicals in our production processes, including
heavy metals, phthalates, organic solvents, and certain azo dyes. We maintain and regularly update
a Restricted Substances List (RSL) that all suppliers must adhere to. Suppliers are required to
provide detailed lists of chemicals used and third-party test reports to ensure compliance with our

chemical policy. Suppliers validate that a specific product complies by submitting either valid test

reports or certificates (the European Community Regulation Document REACH 1907/2006 Annex
XVII & Oeko-Tex Standard 100 guidelines,TQM-SS-03 Chemical Policy).

F Test Report Authenticity

The onus lies with the suppliers to validate the credibility of test reports provided by
third-party textile testing services, guaranteeing that the samples tested are true
representations of the bulk materials to be utilized in the production of garments for
Seafolly. In instances where Seafolly has solicited testing reports, holds the prerogative to
directly secure copies of the original reports from the respective accredited laboratory.

F1 Validation Requirements

Transparency of supply chain should be provided to supply product with any of the following
claims. This must include all transaction documentation at each stage of the production process.
▪ Organic’ cotton claim the suppliers must complete the questionnaire- SOP 01 - Organic Textile
Product requirements
▪ recycled (Cotton or polyester) the suppliers must complete the questionnaire- SOP 02 -
Recycled Content requirements
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F2 Trademarks，Labels

To supply product with any license, brand or trademark, the supplier must provide documentary
evidence that the product does contain or has been treated with that product. e.g. Lycra®,
Tencel®, GRS®, RC®.

G Minimum Testing Requirements

G1 Guidelines for Selection of Testing Required

The minimum Colorfastness and Physical Performance requirements are listed.

The requirements are categorized by the fabric type and garment end-use.

To ensure the correct testing item is selected by 3rd -party laboratory, Supplier would fill in
correct information on the chart when submitting sample to 3rd party laboratory for testing.

G2 Guidelines for Colorfastness Testing Requirements

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2.2 Guidelines for Colourfastness Testing Requirements

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Appendix Approved 3rd-part laboratory