01
Start with the product and its intended use
Describe what the glass will contain or how it will be used. A beverage bottle, candle jar and drinking glass may look similar in a sketch, but they have different forming, closure, filling and performance considerations.
Include a reference photo, physical sample or link when possible. State which details must match and which are only visual inspiration.
- Product type and intended contents
- Target capacity and approximate dimensions
- Closure, filling or dispensing method
- Destination market and retail channel
02
Give quantities that support a real quotation
Factories need an estimated order quantity to evaluate stock availability, tooling, decoration and packing. If demand is uncertain, request prices at two or three realistic quantity levels rather than asking for every possible break.
Clarify whether the quantity is per design, per color or across an entire collection. This distinction can materially change production planning.
03
Separate the glass specification from decoration
List the base glass requirements first: capacity, weight, dimensions, color and neck finish. Then describe coating, frosting, printing, decals, embossing, labels, caps or gift boxes.
Ask the supplier to identify assumptions, excluded components and the validity period of the quotation. A comparable RFQ should also request lead time, sample route, packing method and commercial terms.
- Attach artwork in vector format when available
- State acceptable color references
- Identify required testing or inspection
- Provide delivery destination and timing