FIELD NOTES

Buying guides for DTF supply.

Written for importers, distributors, production shops and procurement teams — no marketing, just what to check before you order.

DTF Powder Particle Size 80-170u: How to Match the Grade to Your Fabric

DTF hot melt powder is graded in microns. This buyer's guide explains what 80-170u means, why particle size matters, and how to match a grade to your fabric with a sample run before you order in bulk.

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How to Calculate Landed Cost for DTF Film, Powder and Ink: Freight, Duty and VAT

The FOB price is only the start. Use the landed cost formula — product cost, freight, insurance, customs duty, VAT and clearance — to compare DTF consumables suppliers on real cost per kilogram, not sticker price.

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How to Store DTF Hot Melt Powder: Shelf Life, Humidity and Preventing Clumping

Moisture is the main cause of caked, clumped DTF hot melt powder. Here's how to store it, and what to ask your supplier about shelf life before you stock.

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DTF Powder Curing Guide: Temperature, Time and How to Know When It's Done Right

How to cure DTF hot melt powder correctly: temperature ranges, timing, methods, under-curing vs over-curing signs, and practical tests to confirm proper adhesion before you ship or wear.

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DTF Consumables Import Documentation: What to Ask Your Supplier Before Shipping

DTF powders, inks and cleaning liquids sit in a regulatory grey zone that catches first-time importers off guard. This guide explains the three document categories every DTF consumables buyer should understand before placing an order — and what to ask your supplier for.

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DTF powder particle size 80-170u: matching grade to fabric and application

A practical guide to DTF hot melt adhesive powder particle size (80-170 micron) — how it affects coverage, hand feel, and fabric compatibility, with grade selection notes for ep005, ep001 and 1-NO.

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DTF hot melt powder pack formats: 1kg packs to 20GP container math

Compare every DTF hot melt powder pack format ChromaBind stocks — 1kg and 5kg sub-packs, 20kg cartons, 20/25kg drums, 25kg bags — with real carton dimensions, gross weight, CBM, pallet loading, and 20GP container math for importers.

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