Free Sample for Testing
# Your trusted adhesives glue & removal cleaner manufacturer
Before you commit, test our formulas on your materials. TidyBond ships free sample kits across our adhesives, shoe-care, and home-cleaner ranges so engineers, buyers, and brand owners can validate performance in real conditions. Every vial or mini bottle is filled on the same automated lines as production, sealed with induction or pressure liners, and labeled per CLP/REACH/UKCA/GHS with links to SDS and COA. For adhesives, you’ll receive precision nozzles for edge bonding and micro-repairs; for cleaners, we include sponge heads or microfiber swatches to standardize application. Samples leave our Fontana, CA warehouse for North America or our global hubs for EU/UK deliveries, using lanes approved for liquids/limited quantities. Whether you sell on Amazon FBA, retail, or DTC, we replicate packaging realities—so the test you run today mirrors tomorrow’s production. Submit the request, tell us your substrates and goals, and we’ll tailor the kit and guidance to your use case.
Eligibility & Use Cases
Our free testing program supports retail buyers, distributors, private-label brand owners, repair shops, shoe-care studios, and e-commerce sellers. Common goals include (1) benchmarking bond strength and water resistance for fast-curing glues; (2) verifying stain removal and color safety on delicate materials like suede and nubuck; (3) assessing sprayer atomization, foam quality, and scent; (4) validating cartonization and leak resistance during parcel shipments. We also help teams prepare pilot promotions and educate store associates or influencers with how-to scripts. If you manage Amazon listings, samples align with FBA prep and include barcode placement guidance to anticipate packaging choices.
Sample Types & Mini Kits Options
Each request can include single SKUs or bundled kits to mirror real buying journeys. Typical options:
Adhesives Mini: Options for fast-curing, flexible, or waterproof bonding used on midsoles, plastics, wood, or light metals. Tips include needle and precision cones to test bead control and squeeze force.
Shoe-Care Mini: Mild, material-specific cleaners (suede, knit, leather) plus UV-stable protectant. We include a soft brush and microfiber to normalize your test passes and reduce abrasion variance.
Home-Cleaner Mini: Degreasers and bathroom descalers with low-VOC and biodegradable surfactants where feasible. Triggers are selected for solvent compatibility and even spray patterns.
All minis are FBA-ready: sealed, bagged with suffocation warnings, and barcoded for easy inbound testing if you need to run pilot listings. Viscosity and pH are batch-verified in our lab; labels carry UFI and hazard pictograms where required. If your team needs comparison baselines, we can include a “control” from our standard range and note formulation deltas so you understand what drives performance.
Testing Protocols & SDS Support
We ship samples with concise, repeatable test protocols so teams produce comparable results. For adhesives: surface preparation, bond line thickness, open time, clamping pressure, and cure verification with simple field checks (scratch, shear, water dip). For cleaners: stain panel prep, contact time, agitation, and colorfastness spot tests on suede/leather/canvas/rubber. Every kit references our SDS for safe handling and regulatory alignment (GHS/OSHA, CLP/REACH, UKCA, Canadian bilingual). Where relevant, we outline flash point and ventilation guidance. This discipline speeds sign-off, protects users, and ensures that claims on your PDP or sell sheets are truthful and reproducible.
Leak-Proof Minis & E-commerce sample Packaging
Liquid and adhesive minis are engineered for transit: double seals/tamper bands, lined caps, and tight thread torque. For sprayers, we calibrate output to avoid over-wetting during demos; for adhesives, precision tips reduce mess and improve repeatability. Parcels undergo drop, vibration, and thermal cycles that mimic courier conditions. Poly-bags carry suffocation warnings and barcode windows for swift handling. Your team evaluates not only formula performance but also in-box presentation and unboxing cleanliness—critical for D2C and Amazon ratings.
How to Request Process
Step 1 — Submit form: Tell us your use cases, target materials, and channel (retail, Amazon, D2C).
Step 2 — Sample plan: We confirm kit contents, SDS links, and any special tips (e.g., suede spot-test).
Step 3 — Ship & track: We dispatch from Fontana, CA for U.S. orders or from China for broader regions; tracking and a test worksheet are included.
Turnaround is fast, and we prioritize professional buyers and brand owners. Optional video call available to walk your team through best-practice testing and data capture.
Shipping & Lead Times
For U.S. addresses, samples typically arrive in 2–5 business days from Fontana, CA. EU/UK and most APAC markets receive 5–10 day air-parcel windows, with economy options available. We provide tracking links and milestone alerts to reduce “where is my sample?” emails. Dangerous-goods thresholds are handled case-by-case with limited quantity rules when applicable. If your team needs a synchronized multi-store test across regions, we coordinate parallel dispatches so comparisons remain fair.
Custom Sample & Private Label
Move from evaluation to brand building with light customization: sticker-over labels, co-branded sleeves, and tailored insert cards. When ready, pilot private label with low MOQs for labels/packaging—our toolmakers can also scope custom tips or caps for adhesives. All branding remains SDS-aligned and compliant with CLP/GHS conventions. We supply dielines, print specs, and PDP copy blocks so your marketing team can launch quickly while operations stays consistent.
Approve Fast, Scale Confidently
When your test passes, we issue a pilot plan with lead time, pricing, and packing specs. Private-label MOQs start at 200 pcs per SKU for custom labels/boxes; standard packs can be higher. We keep the same lines, caps, nozzles, and label masters you approved. QC checks include fill weight, torque, leak, and rub resistance on print. If you sell on Amazon, we can FBA-prep at origin and ship to your assigned FCs; for retail, we follow your case pack and pallet patterns. Expect transparent scheduling, serialized batches, and documents that make buyer onboarding straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Are the free samples identical to production formulas and packaging?
Yes. Samples are filled on the same automated lines as production and sealed with induction or pressure liners. Labels include the same regulatory content used at scale. This parity lets you assess flow, scent, residue, cure time, and leak resistance exactly as your customers would experience them.
Q2: How fast do samples ship and from where?
North American requests typically ship from Fontana, CA, while EU/UK routes use our partnered hubs. After brief curation by our chemists, you’ll get tracking and a short test protocol. Transit varies by region, but we prioritize lanes approved for liquids and limited-quantity parcels to minimize delays and returns.
Q3: Can I request multiple variants for A/B testing?
Absolutely. Many clients compare viscosity, scent/tint, or applicators (needle vs cone tip; sponge vs microfiber). Our form captures your goals so we can include 2–5 variants that make sense for your use case. We’ll also provide a comparison sheet to record outcomes consistently.
Q4: Will I receive SDS/COA and compliance guidance with the sample?
Yes—download links ship with your tracking. SDS covers hazards, PPE, and first aid; COA confirms batch metrics like viscosity and pH. We also share label masters aligned to CLP/REACH/UKCA/GHS and provide FBA prep notes or retail carton specs if you plan marketplace or store onboarding.
Q5: Do you support Amazon FBA testing and pilot listings?
We do. Samples and pilots can be FBA-prepped (poly-bagging, suffocation warnings, scannable barcodes). We recommend validating thumbnail readability, main image infographics, and carton spec alignment before sending larger volumes. Our team can review your PDP to reduce “not as described” or leak-related complaints.
Q6: What’s the MOQ after testing if I move to private label?
For custom labels/boxes, MOQs typically start at 200 pcs per SKU. Larger or molded packages vary. We keep the exact spec you approved—label hierarchy, closures, tips, and copy—so the transition from sample to pilot run is smooth, with no re-qualification hiccups.
Q7: Can you tailor samples to delicate materials like suede or natural stone?
Yes. For footwear, we separate protocols and formulas for suede, knit, leather, and rubber; for home surfaces, we flag sensitive materials (e.g., natural stone with acidic cleaners). Tell us the substrate, and we’ll curate mild, low-VOC or neutral-pH options and provide the correct applicators to minimize damage risk.
Q8: Do you offer technical support during the test?
Definitely. We can schedule a live video to observe your setup, confirm application rate, dwell/cure, and suggest adjustments. If results are borderline, we’ll recommend alternatives from our 5,000+ formula library and ship a follow-up mini to lock the fit quickly.
Q9: What if I need language localization for internal review?
We can pre-label samples in EN/DE/FR/IT/ES/JP or Canadian bilingual formats. This helps legal and marketing validate claims, pictograms, and UFI/GHS blocks early. Once finalized, we transfer the exact label master into your pilot and production orders.
Q10: How do you handle sustainability for sample packaging?
Where compatible, we specify rPET/PCR components, recyclable cartons, and inks with strong rub-resistance to avoid smearing. We’ll note any trade-offs if your chemistry requires virgin resins for safety or stability. Sustainability options are transparent and validated with stability and migration checks.
Start Your Free Testing
Samples reveal truths that specs can’t. With SDS-backed minis, leak-proof packaging, and clear protocols, TidyBond helps teams make confident decisions on adhesives and cleaners. Add optional customization, align artwork to compliance, and scale with our Fontana, CA warehouse and China production. Submit your request, receive trackable kits, and move from lab notes to purchase orders with speed and certainty.