Merch vs corporate gifts — in Italy
Merch is wearable / usable branded product distributed at scale to communities, fans, employees; corporate gifts are curated, often premium one-offs aimed at a single recipient — different goals, different MOQ, different budget per unit.
Merch vs corporate gifts — short answer
Merch is a brand asset: produced in volume, shared with community, employees and fans, optimised for cost-per-impression. Corporate gifts are a relationship asset: curated, often premium, sent to a specific person with personalisation and packaging. Same supplier can do both, but the brief, MOQ and budget structure are different.
Detailed FAQ — Merch vs corporate gifts
What is the typical lead-time for Merch vs corporate gifts?
Standard lead-time is 10–15 working days from signed proof for bulk orders; samples ship in 5–7 working days. Rush production available at +20% for inside-7-day delivery.
What is the MOQ for Merch vs corporate gifts?
From 30 units on digital methods (no setup) and from 100 units on plate-based methods (silk-screen, pad-print, embroidery) where setup amortises across the run.
Can you match our brand colors on Merch vs corporate gifts?
Yes — Pantone Solid Coated / Uncoated, TPX textile, NCS, RAL. Signed physical color-target sample before bulk, with documented ΔE tolerance for the substrate.
What artwork file formats do you accept for Merch vs corporate gifts?
Vector AI / PDF / SVG / EPS with embedded fonts, Pantone Solid Coated color profile and 3 mm bleed. Raster TIFF / PNG accepted at 300 dpi at final print size.
Do you provide pre-production samples for Merch vs corporate gifts?
Yes — a pre-production sample (PPS) with identical material, decoration and packaging is delivered in 10 working days and sets the AQL quality reference for the run.
What certifications do you supply for Merch vs corporate gifts?
REACH SVHC, RoHS, CE / EN safety where applicable, OEKO-TEX Standard 100 on textiles, FSC / PEFC on paper, FDA / LFGB / EU 1935/2004 on food-contact items.
Can you ship Merch vs corporate gifts internationally?
Yes — EU intra-community reverse-charge VAT, Incoterms 2020 DAP / DDP / FCA, customs to UK / CH / NO / US, DHL / UPS / FedEx courier and groupage road freight with full tracking.
How do I request a quote for Merch vs corporate gifts?
Send brief (quantity, target lead-time, decoration, target unit budget, delivery address) via the form below. You receive a structured quote with options within one working day.
Italy — specific notes
Procurement and tax compliance in Italy pivots on SdI e-invoicing, IVA 22% with reverse-charge on EU B2B, and the regulated registry of VAT-able traders. Our Milano hub ships every order with the full Italy compliance dossier — invoice, declarations, certifications — already populated for procurement audits.