What should a proper Purchase Order (PO) include when buying wholesale garments in India?

A Purchase Order is a formal document sent from buyer to supplier confirming an order — it protects both parties by clearly specifying what was agreed. For wholesale garment buying, a proper PO should include:

Essential PO elements:

• Buyer details: Name, address, GSTIN, contact number
• Supplier details: Name, address, GSTIN
• PO number and date
• Product description: Catalog name, design number, colour, size breakdown
• Quantity: Number of pieces per design/color/size
• Price: Per-piece price and total order value
• GST rate: Applicable GST percentage
• Delivery terms: Delivery date, dispatch method, delivery address
• Payment terms: Advance amount, balance, payment method
• Quality specifications: Any fabric, stitch, or finish requirements