Vietnam Zipper Factory Audit – Why HKK Passes Global Standards
Table of Contents
- Importance of Factory Audit in Zipper Manufacturing
1.1 Why Audits Matter to Global Buyers
1.2 Audit Criteria for Apparel Trims Suppliers - HKK – A Certified and Audited Vietnam Zipper Factory
2.1 Who We Are
2.2 Audits Passed by HKK Zipper Factory - Quality Management Systems
- Ethical & Environmental Compliance
- What Buyers Can Expect in an HKK Factory Audit
1. Importance of Factory Audit in Zipper Manufacturing
1.1 Why Audits Matter to Global Buyers
Factory audits are a key part of global sourcing — ensuring that the zipper manufacturer:
- Meets quality control expectations
- Operates under ethical labor practices
- Adheres to environmental and safety regulations
Especially in the fashion, luggage, and uniform industries, failure in a zipper component can damage brand reputation. That’s why reliable audits are crucial.
1.2 Audit Criteria for Apparel Trims Suppliers
Common factory audit focuses include:
- Quality certifications (ISO, OEKO-TEX, TQP)
- CSR compliance (SMETA, BSCI, Higg FEM)
- Production capacity and consistency
- On-time delivery and document control
- Risk mitigation and transparency
2. HKK – A Certified and Audited Vietnam Zipper Factory
2.1 Who We Are
HKK is a 70,000m² zipper manufacturing factory in Vietnam, producing over 2 million zippers daily for fashion, outdoor gear, bags, uniforms, and more.
With over 35 years in the industry, HKK has become a preferred supplier to over 80 global brands.
2.2 Audits Passed by HKK Zipper Factory
HKK has successfully passed multiple third-party and customer-led audits, including:
- SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit)
- Higg Facility Environmental Module (Higg FEM)
- Trim Qualification Program (TQP)
- OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 – safe for end-users
- GRS (Global Recycled Standard) – for sustainable products
- ISO 9001:2015 – for quality management
We’re ready to support on-site factory audits by clients or independent auditors (Intertek, SGS, TÜV, etc.).
3. Quality Management Systems
HKK maintains a robust ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS, covering:
- Incoming material inspection
- In-line production checks
- Final product testing (pull strength, colorfastness, corrosion, etc.)
- Lot traceability and defect prevention
We provide full quality documentation during audits.
4. Ethical & Environmental Compliance
HKK supports sustainable and ethical production:
- Employee welfare meets local labor laws and international codes
- Hazardous chemicals eliminated under OEKO-TEX® compliance
- Wastewater and emissions managed under Higg FEM standards
- Transparent supply chain under GRS certification
Buyers looking for long-term partnerships will find HKK audit-ready on social, environmental, and governance (ESG) fronts.
5. What Buyers Can Expect in an HKK Factory Audit
An audit at HKK typically includes:
- Facility tour (tape production, zipper teeth line, assembly, QC)
- Documentation review (certificates, SOPs, QC logs)
- Compliance evidence (GRS chain of custody, OEKO-TEX® test reports)
- Worker interviews (for SMETA or BSCI audits)
- Follow-up CAP (if required)
We provide full audit assistance and quick documentation turnaround.
