How to Initiate a Custom OEM Jewelry Manufacturing Project
A practical guide for independent jewelers on initiating a custom OEM jewelry manufacturing project, from technical specifications to solid gold and stone sourcing.
Initiating a custom OEM jewelry manufacturing project begins with providing clear technical specifications, including 3D CAD files or physical samples, desired metal karats from 14KT to 18KT, and specific natural or lab-grown diamond requirements. Every order starts with a 50% deposit and a 1-unit minimum on most styles to secure production.
preparing your technical package
When you bring a private-label design to our Surat manufacturing floor, the success of the project relies entirely on the clarity of your technical specifications. We do not guess at dimensions, and neither should you. Whether you provide a complete 3D CAD file, a technical drawing, or an existing physical sample, the spec must detail every measurement down to the fraction of a millimeter.
Not all manufacturers work from loose sketches. We require precise instructions regarding the metal composition, whether you are building in solid 10KT, 14KT, or 18KT gold, and the exact mm dimensions of any side stones or center stones. If you are developing a private-label line for your retail counter, take a look at our /how-it-works page to understand how we transition a spec from your desk to our production benches.
selecting metals and stones
Material selection defines both the retail price point and the durability of the finished piece. Our fine jewelry is cast exclusively in solid gold—never plate or fill. When your customers run a loupe over the piece, they will check the stamp. We supply pieces set with GIA-certified natural diamonds or IGI-certified lab-grown diamonds, depending on your target demographic.
If you choose lab-grown stones, you are offering a product that is inherently conflict-free by construction and accompanied by IGI documentation. Natural stones carry GIA paperwork on request. Every piece of jewelry we produce passes a rigorous five-point quality control inspection before it leaves the floor. If you want to review the standards we hold our stones to, you can read more about our /certifications directly.
managing the production flow and deposit
Moving an OEM project from concept to delivery requires a strict adherence to manufacturing steps. Once your specification is finalized, every order starts with a 50% deposit. This payment buys the necessary gold and books your pieces directly into our production schedule. We do not skip steps to fabricate artificial turnaround times.
Volume pricing tiers apply at higher quantities and are quoted per individual buyer based on the scope of the project. Minimum order quantities start at just one unit on most styles, though specific complex designs may carry a higher minimum. Once production is complete and the final balance is paid, every order ships via FedEx Overnight Priority, fully insured and tracked, ensuring safe delivery to your retail location.
Asked at the counter
Questions retailers ask
- What is required to start a custom OEM jewelry project?
- You need clear technical specifications, such as a 3D CAD file or a physical sample, along with your choice of solid gold karat (10KT, 14KT, or 18KT) and stone type.
- What are the payment terms for custom manufacturing orders?
- Every custom OEM order starts with a 50% deposit to purchase gold and book production, with the remaining balance due before the finished order ships.
- Are certificates provided for the diamonds?
- Yes. Natural diamonds are GIA-certified, and lab-grown diamonds are IGI-certified. Certificates are available upon request.
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The Clazoire BenchClazoire Wholesale — Toronto · New York · Surat
Written by the team that samples, manufactures, and ships your orders — over four decades of jewelry-making out of Surat.
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