If you’ve considered custom logo waistbands for your brand, you’ve likely noticed higher minimum order quantities (MOQ) compared to standard products. Understanding the reasons behind this can help you make smarter, more cost-effective decisions.
MOQ Guidelines by Branding Method:
Private Labels / Embroidered Tags / Customized Boxes:
- MOQ: As low as 1,000 pcs.
Wash Label & Material Description
- Under 1,000 pcs:Wash-care tags sewn onto panties; tags can include your printed logo.
- 500 pcs recommendation:Sewn-on wash care tags.
Wash-care Printed Directly onto Products:
- Over 3,000 pcs: Direct printing of wash-care information available (no tags needed)
- Under 3,000 pcs: Mold cost applies for each size. Mold cost: $15 USD per size.
Logo Printed Directly onto Panties:
- Mold Fee: $ 15 USD per size (required).
Custom Logo Waistbands:
- MOQ: 5,000 pcs (due to production complexity and setup).
1.Higher Initial Setup Costs
- Custom molds and printing setups have fixed costs, making larger orders cheaper per unit.
- Techniques like printing or embroidery spread setup costs across more units, reducing individual costs.
2.Material Efficiency and Production
- Materials come in large quantities; smaller orders create waste and higher costs.
- Larger orders streamline production, reducing disruptions and errors
3.Labor, Time, and Profitability
- Custom orders need extra steps like design approval and quality checks, which are more cost-effective at larger volumes.
- Bigger orders lower per-unit costs and maintain profitability.
Final Advice
Higher MOQs for custom waistbands might seem challenging, but they help ensure better pricing, consistent quality, and smoother production.