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| Decision field | Open accessControlled Tech Pack OrientationGlobalRemove | Open accessAIC Find a ProfessionalUnited States · North AmericaRemove | Quote-basedMaterial ExchangeGlobalRemove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Source production | Repair & conserve | Choose materials |
| Area | Production | Techniques & repair | Materials |
| Best for | Understanding what a tech pack must control before using a template or releasing work | Finding professional textile or costume conservation help in the United States | Structured material sourcing across teams |
| Know before using | An orientation rather than a completed product record; it does not supply a universal format, licensed standard content, measurements, tolerances, construction settings, labels, approvals, compliance conclusion, or product-release authority. | The directory is opt-in and excludes qualified people who do not list; designation does not guarantee availability, price, or suitability for a specific object or treatment. | Supplier content, uploaded certificates, and AI suggestions are leads, not independent verification. Public brand pricing and full access are not stated on the main page. Verify material identity and performance, certificate issuer and validity, supplier capability, samples, price, availability, commercial terms, data permissions, and any AI output before a sourcing decision. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Apparel brands | Both | Apparel brands |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | United States · North America | Global |
| Access | Open access | Open access | Quote-based |
| Format | Stitch Authority | Directory | Software |
| Source type | Stitch Authority | Industry organization | First-party platform |
| Source and review | |||
| What the source establishes | The guide cites current ISO sources for documented-information, garment-measurement, stitch, and seam boundaries plus current U.S. FTC textile and care-labeling guidance; it explicitly separates those authorities from product-specific technical and market decisions. | AIC says listed Professional Members complete a peer-reviewed application and may be searched by specialty, material, service, location, or name. | Material Exchange's current terms describe a business-to-business sourcing hub that connects brands and suppliers for AI-assisted material discovery, sample requests, bulk inquiries, negotiation, and collaboration. Suppliers upload product descriptions, availability, pricing, and certificates. The terms state that the platform cannot verify certificate accuracy and that AI results may be imperfect. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 16, 2026 | Jul 16, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jul 16, 2027 | Jan 12, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 |
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