Premium Materials
From Italian acetate to Swiss TR90, we work with the best materials in the market
5 Material Families
Each material with unique characteristics for different needs
PC (Polycarbonate)
€2 - €4
Lightweight and economical material, ideal for large productions or entry-level lines.
✓ Advantages
- •Very competitive price
- •Impact resistant
- •Lightweight
- •Low MOQ with stock
− Considerations
- •Lower perceived quality
- •Limited design options
Applications
Promotional glasses, economical lines, large volumes
TR90
€3 - €5
Ultra-lightweight thermoplastic polymer, flexible and impact resistant.
✓ Advantages
- •Extremely lightweight
- •Shape memory
- •Temperature resistant
- •Good price-quality balance
− Considerations
- •Limited color patterns
- •Not heat adjustable
Applications
Sports glasses, blue light, daily use
Metal
€3 - €5
Stainless steel metal frames for an elegant and professional look.
✓ Advantages
- •Professional appearance
- •Excellent durability
- •Flexible hinges available
- •Varied finishes
− Considerations
- •Heavier than TR90
- •May cause allergies in some cases
Applications
Aviator glasses, classic style, executive look
Acetate
€6 - €10
Premium material derived from cotton and wood, with vibrant colors.
✓ Advantages
- •Bright colors and unique patterns
- •Hypoallergenic
- •Heat adjustable
- •Exceptional durability
− Considerations
- •Heavier weight
- •Higher price
Applications
Premium sunglasses, exclusive designs
Combinations (Mix)
Varies by design
Frames combining two or more materials for unique designs.
✓ Advantages
- •Best of both worlds
- •Differentiated designs
- •High customization
- •Price-quality balance
− Considerations
- •More complex manufacturing
- •Higher MOQ
Applications
Acetate + Metal, TR90 + Metal temples
Comparison Table
Compare key characteristics of each material
| Feature | Acetato | TR90 | Metal | Mix |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Medium-High | Ultra Light | Light-Medium | Variable |
| Durability | ||||
| Hypoallergenic | ||||
| Flexibility | ||||
| Color Variety | ||||
| Price | €€€ | €€ | €€-€€€€ | €€€ |
| Typical MOQ | 500-1000 | 300-500 | 500-1000 | 800-1200 |
| Ideal For | Premium/Fashion | Sports/Kids | Executive/Classic | Differentiation |