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            "content": "Hello, I am developing a small activewear brand based in Canada and I am in the early research phase. I am looking for certified organic knit fabrics, and I understand that you produce jersey fabrics in organic and RWS merino wool, organic cotton and Tencel blends. I would be grateful if you could tell me which of these fabrics you already have available, and whether you could send a swatch book or a few small samples. I would also like to know whether you could develop a custom blend with a small amount of elastane, a biodegradable or bio-based one if possible. It would also help me to know which certifications you currently hold, such as GOTS, RWS and OEKO-TEX, as well as your minimum order quantities and whether a smaller first run or sample yardage is possible. A rough price range per metre would be very useful for my planning. Finally, could you let me know whether you work with young brands at an early stage, and what your shipping options to Canada are? I am not placing an order at this stage; I am gathering information to build a realistic plan. Thank you very much for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Lou",
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            "content": "Hello Lou,\n\nThank you for reaching out to us. I understand that you are in the early research phase for your activewear brand. Let me address your inquiries:\n\n1. **Fabric Availability & Custom Blends:** Before we can discuss specific fabric availability or custom blends, we need to gather more details about your project, such as the type of products you intend to develop and your target production quantities.\n\n2. **Swatch Book & Samples:** We cannot confirm the dispatch of swatches or samples at this stage. Our process requires a complete project overview before any sampling can be considered.\n\n3. **Certifications:** We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which guarantees our commitment to environmentally and socially responsible production.\n\n4. **Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs):** Our MOQs depend on the specific product category. For activewear, we typically require a minimum of 200\u2013300 units per style.\n\n5. **Pricing:** Accurate pricing can only be determined once all project requirements are fully gathered and evaluated. We do not provide rough price ranges at this stage.\n\n6. **Working with Young Brands:** We do work with new and emerging brands, provided they meet our MOQ and other project requirements.\n\n7. **Shipping to Canada:** Shipping is managed on an Ex-Works basis, meaning the client handles shipping and insurance from our location.\n\nTo proceed, could you please provide more details about the specific activewear products you are interested in developing, including the quantities per style and your maximum target production price per style? This information will help us better assess your project.\n\nBest regards.",
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            "content": "Hello, Thank you very much for your clear and detailed reply. It is very helpful for my planning. At this stage I am still in the early research and concept phase, so I am not yet in a position to define quantities per style or a target price. I will come back to you once my project is more advanced. In the meantime, I would be grateful if you could let me know whether your Launch Lab program is likely to reopen, as it could be a good fit for a first prototype when I am ready. Thank you again for your time. Best regards, Lou Le 9 oct. 2026 \u00e0 19 h 39, Matilde Azevedo  a \u00e9crit : Hello Lou, Thank you for reaching out to us. I understand that you are in the early research phase for your activewear brand. Let me address your inquiries: 1. Fabric Availability & Custom Blends: Before we can discuss specific fabric availability or custom blends, we need to gather more details about your project, such as the type of products you intend to develop and your target production quantities. 2. Swatch Book & Samples: We cannot confirm the dispatch of swatches or samples at this stage. Our process requires a complete project overview before any sampling can be considered. 3. Certifications: We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which guarantees our commitment to environmentally and socially responsible production. 4. Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs): Our MOQs depend on the specific product category. For activewear, we typically require a minimum of 200\u2013300 units per style. 5. Pricing: Accurate pricing can only be determined once all project requirements are fully gathered and evaluated. We do not provide rough price ranges at this stage. 6. Working with Young Brands: We do work with new and emerging brands, provided they meet our MOQ and other project requirements. 7. Shipping to Canada: Shipping is managed on an Ex-Works basis, meaning the client handles shipping and insurance from our location. To proceed, could you please provide more details about the specific activewear products you are interested in developing, including the quantities per style and your maximum target production price per style? This information will help us better assess your project. Best regards. Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards, Matilde Azevedo Commercial Assistant +351 915 085 106 info@portugaltextile.com www.portugaltextile.com Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Lou,\n\nThank you for your understanding and for keeping us in mind as you develop your brand. Regarding the Launch Lab program, I currently do not have information on its reopening. However, I recommend checking back with us periodically for updates.\n\nWhen you're ready to move forward with your project and have more defined details, feel free to reach out. We would be happy to assist you further at that stage.\n\nBest regards.",
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