# BPMA UK Promotional Merchandise & Apparel Leads Scraper (`automation_studio/bpma-promotional-leads-scraper`) Actor

Extract verified UK promotional merchandise distributors, blank apparel decorators, and corporate gifting suppliers accredited by the British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA).

- **URL**: https://apify.com/automation_studio/bpma-promotional-leads-scraper.md
- **Developed by:** [Automation Studio](https://apify.com/automation_studio) (community)
- **Stats:** 2 total users, 1 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
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## Pricing

from $20.00 / 1,000 verified bpma leads

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

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In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
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For examples already wired to this Actor's own input schema, see the [API](#api) section below.

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# README

## BPMA UK Promotional Merchandise & Apparel Leads Scraper

Extract verified UK promotional merchandise distributors, blank apparel decorators, corporate gifting suppliers, and chartered trade members accredited by the **British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA)**.

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### What is the BPMA UK Promotional Leads Scraper?

The **BPMA UK Promotional Merchandise & Apparel Leads Scraper** provides direct access to audited British and European promotional product companies. Unlike unverified web scraping, BPMA accreditation guarantees that every business is an active, credit-vetted commercial entity adhering to the industry's strict Code of Conduct.

Whether you are a blank apparel manufacturer seeking UK distribution partners, a print hardware vendor, or a B2B sales team, this actor extracts structured company intelligence with verified buyer emails, phone lines, and accreditation badges.

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### Key Data Fields Extracted

Every record delivered by this actor includes structured B2B contact and compliance data:

| Field | Description | Example |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| `companyName` | Registered business trade name | `Brand Addition Ltd` |
| `memberType` | BPMA trade accreditation | `Distributor`, `Supplier`, `Chartered Member` |
| `charterStatus` | Audit tier validation | `BPMA Chartered`, `Standard Member` |
| `stepForwardPledge` | Sustainability verification | `true` (Committed to ESG & ethical sourcing) |
| `productCategories` | Core product specializations | `Apparel & Uniforms`, `Eco-Friendly`, `Drinkware` |
| `territory` | UK region served | `London & South East`, `Midlands`, `North West` |
| `primaryEmail` | Direct trade sales or inquiry email | `sales@company.co.uk` |
| `phone` | Corporate UK telephone line | `+44 20 7946 0123` |
| `website` | Official company domain | `https://www.company.co.uk` |
| `streetAddress` | Business physical address | `Commerce Park, Industrial Estate` |
| `city` | UK metropolitan base | `Manchester`, `London`, `Birmingham`, `Leeds` |
| `postcode` | Full UK postal code | `EC1A 1BB`, `M1 1AD` |
| `complianceBadges` | Recognized standards & audits | `BPMA Chartered`, `ISO 9001`, `Sedex Member` |
| `leadQualityScore` | Lead completeness rating (0–100) | `100` |

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### Target Audience & Commercial Use Cases

#### 1. Blank Apparel Wholesalers & Mills

Supply blank hoodies, t-shirts, tote bags, and headwear directly to UK promotional distributors and screen printing facilities.

#### 2. Print Machinery & Consumable Vendors

Directly reach production managers and managing directors at promotional merchandise companies investing in DTF (Direct-to-Film), DTG, embroidery machinery, and UV printers.

#### 3. Sustainable & Eco-Gifting Manufacturers

Partner with UK distributors specifically participating in the **StepForward Sustainability Pledge** who actively seek ethically certified, net-zero corporate gifts.

#### 4. Trade Suppliers & Importers

Identify leading master distributors and route jobbers to expand custom manufacturing lines into British and Irish retail channels.

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### Input Parameters

- **Member Type** (`memberType`): Select between `ALL`, `Distributor`, `Supplier`, or `Chartered Member`.
- **Product Specialization** (`productCategory`): Filter by `Apparel & Uniforms`, `Drinkware & Bottles`, `Eco-Friendly & Sustainable`, `Stationery & Notebooks`, `Bags & Luggage`, or `Technology & Gadgets`.
- **UK Territory** (`ukRegion`): Target specific UK areas such as `London & South East`, `Midlands`, `North West`, `Yorkshire & North East`, `Scotland`, `Wales`, or `South West`.
- **Max Results** (`maxResults`): Number of verified leads to extract (up to 50,000).
- **Require Email Address** (`requireEmail`): Filter exclusively for companies with direct trade emails.
- **Require Phone Number** (`requirePhone`): Filter exclusively for companies with direct UK telephone lines.

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### Frequently Asked Questions

##### Are these leads verified?

Yes. Every business in this catalog is verified against the British Promotional Merchandise Association standards, ensuring high data accuracy and valid commercial operations.

##### Can I export to CRM or CSV?

Yes. Apify allows one-click export into CSV, Excel (XLSX), JSON, XML, or direct webhook synchronization into HubSpot, Salesforce, and Zapier.

# Actor input Schema

## `memberType` (type: `string`):

Filter by BPMA membership accreditation classification.

## `productCategory` (type: `string`):

Target distributors and suppliers by their core promotional product offerings.

## `ukRegion` (type: `string`):

Geographic territory across the United Kingdom and Ireland.

## `maxResults` (type: `integer`):

Maximum number of verified BPMA leads to collect.

## `requireEmail` (type: `boolean`):

Only return companies with a verified trade inquiry, buyer, or sales email.

## `requirePhone` (type: `boolean`):

Only return companies with a verified UK corporate telephone number.

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "memberType": "ALL",
  "productCategory": "ALL",
  "ukRegion": "ALL",
  "maxResults": 100,
  "requireEmail": false,
  "requirePhone": false
}
```

# Actor output Schema

## `results` (type: `string`):

Dataset containing verified BPMA member leads with direct trade emails, phone numbers, charter statuses, and product specializations.

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("automation_studio/bpma-promotional-leads-scraper").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = {}

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("automation_studio/bpma-promotional-leads-scraper").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{}' |
apify call automation_studio/bpma-promotional-leads-scraper --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,automation_studio/bpma-promotional-leads-scraper"
        }
    }
}
```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/ecEef6uucjxSZgGzy/builds/MXHd3OjPE0QCwOwfj/openapi.json