When Quality Meets Compliance: Delivering Certified Car Clay Bars to Germany
When a German auto care importer needed TVOC/MSDS-certified cleaning clay that met both European compliance and professional detailing performance, Tiroflx stepped in to make it happen.
How do you deliver a compliant, high-quality detailing product from China without delays or defects for a client that demands the best?
This project showcases how Tiroflx’s sourcing and manufacturing management turned a simple inquiry into a long-term partnership with multiple repeat orders.
Result: Fast sampling → Certified supply → Multiple repeat orders
Project Background
Client: Kaufmann, Germany
Type: Auto care product importer & retailer
Product: Auto Detailing Clay Bar (Car Cleaning Mud)
Timeline: Inquiry → Sampling → Order Confirmation within 35 days
Car Detailing Clay Bar
Specifications
● Material Composition: Polybutadiene 30%+Calcium Carbonate 50%+Silica 20%
● Size: 7×5×1cm
● Certification: TVOC / MSDS
Key Features
● Non-abrasive and paint-safe
● Removes tar, oxidation, and brake dust effectively
● Reusable and long-lasting
● TVOC/MSDS certified for safe export
● Suitable for paint, glass, and metal surfaces
The Challenge
Kaufmann needed a premium, certified clay bar for its European market, a product that had to meet strict chemical safety standards and perform flawlessly on car surfaces.
The main challenges:
- Certification Barrier: The product had to comply with TVOC and MSDS documentation before import.
- Supplier Reliability: The client had previously faced delays and inconsistent quality from other Chinese suppliers.
- Market Pressure: Launch timing was critical; delays could result in lost shelf space in retail outlets.
What Almost Failed (The Authenticity Factor)
Not all suppliers could provide verified certification, as several factory samples failed to meet the TVOC emission criteria during initial review.
Our team had to reassess supplier capability, conduct fresh chemical tests, and cross-check documentation to ensure full compliance. This extra step added a few days to sampling but ensured full confidence in both safety and performance, a decision that earned Kaufmann’s long-term trust.
The Solution From Inquiry to Certified Supply
Step 1: Supplier Sourcing & Testing
Tiroflx contacted several specialized clay bar manufacturers across China.
Samples were collected, tested for texture, elasticity, and surface safety.
Step 2: Compliance Verification
We worked with the most reliable factory to prepare complete TVOC/MSDS certification files and conducted batch verification before shipping samples.
Step 3: Sample Inspection & Customer Approval
After internal QC, approved samples were sent to Germany. Kaufmann’s inspection confirmed excellent consistency, softness, and cleaning effect.
Step 4: Order Management & Logistics
Production was launched immediately. Tiroflx oversaw:
- Material mixing and formulation control
- On-site packaging supervision
- Export logistics coordination for safe and fast delivery
The Results Repeat Orders and Long-Term Trust
- Lead Time: 35days from inquiry to delivery
- Compliance: 100% TVOC/MSDS certified
Client Feedback
The product quality exceeded our expectations, soft, safe, and easy to use. The certification and delivery process were handled perfectly.
Purchasing Manager, Kaufmann (Germany)
Why Is It Important to Choose The Right Sourcing Partner?
This project highlights how Tiroflx bridges the gap between quality and compliance for international clients.
From technical material checks to full export documentation, our sourcing system ensures reliability, especially for chemical and automotive care products.
The Kaufmann case study demonstrates the rigorous standards of our China sourcing and manufacturing management. When you choose Tiroflx as your sourcing agent for car care products, you are partnering with experts who ensure your import from China is fully compliant, on budget, and defect-free. We eliminate the compliance and logistical risks so you can focus on selling.
Contact our OEM sourcing team to discuss your next project today.
