MOQ, Pricing and Lead Times, Transparent Apparel Manufacturing Costs
ZN Apparel Manufacturers operates with a 100-unit minimum order quantity per style per colour. All pricing is provided on a per-order basis through our free quoting process — no hidden fees, no surprise costs. Here is everything you need to know about our MOQ, pricing structure and production timelines before you submit your first project.
Trusted Apparel Manufacturer with Clear and Competitive MOQ and Pricing
We believe brands should know exactly what they are paying for before production begins. ZN Apparel Manufacturers provides detailed, itemised quotes within 24 hours of receiving your project brief — covering garment unit cost, sampling cost (credited to bulk), decoration costs, labelling and packaging, and shipping options.
Our Minimum Order Quantity Explained
100
Units Per Style Per ColourA style is defined by its construction — if you order the same t-shirt in three different colours, each colour requires a minimum of 100 units. Mixed sizes within a single colour count as one style; you can order 20 XS, 30 S, 30 M and 20 L and that counts as 100 units of one style.
100 units is the minimum quantity at which production costs — fabric minimum cut lengths, screen setup for printing, pattern grading — become cost-effective for the brand. At 100 units, you receive factory-level pricing on a small-brand budget.
The Best Low MOQ Apparel Manufacturer in USA — Starting at 100 Units
Many manufacturers set MOQs at 300, 500 or 1,000 units. ZN Apparel Manufacturers starts at 100 — making professional bulk apparel manufacturing accessible to startup brands, new collections and first production runs without the financial commitment that most factories require.
Most manufacturers require 300–1,000 units
ZN Apparel Manufacturers starts at 100 units
Volume pricing from 300, 500 and 1,000+ units
Apparel Manufacturing Pricing — What Affects the Cost of Your Order
Garment Style & Complexity
A basic t-shirt costs less per unit to produce than a multi-panel jacket with custom hardware. The more complex the construction, the higher the per-unit cost. Your quote will itemise production costs by garment type.
Fabric Selection
Premium fabrics — heavyweight cotton, organic cotton, technical performance fabrics — cost more than standard fabrics. Your quote includes fabric cost per unit based on your selected material.
Decoration Type & Quantity
Screen printing, DTG, embroidery and sublimation each have different cost structures. Screen printing has a one-time setup cost spread across your order quantity. All decoration costs are included in your itemised quote.
Order Volume
Per-unit costs decrease as order volume increases. A 100-unit order costs more per unit than a 500-unit order of the same style. Volume pricing breaks are available from 300, 500 and 1,000+ units.
Manufacturing Lead Times and Production Timeline
| Quote turnaround | 24 hours after brief received |
| Sample development | 7–10 business days |
| Sample revision (if required) | Additional 5–7 days |
| Bulk production | 2–3 weeks after sample approval |
| Jacket & outerwear | 4–5 weeks after sample approval |
| Shipping (air) | 3–7 days |
| Shipping (sea) | 20–25 days |
One Quote, Every Cost Included
Garment unit cost, sampling, decoration, labelling, packaging and shipping — all itemised in one quote within 24 hours, with no hidden fees added later.
MOQ & Pricing, answered.
What is the minimum order quantity at ZN Apparel Manufacturers?
100 units per style per colour. Each colourway of the same style requires its own 100-unit minimum.
How long does sampling take?
Sample development takes 7-10 business days. The sample cost is credited in full toward your bulk order once you approve and confirm production.
Do prices decrease with larger orders?
Yes. Per-unit pricing decreases at volume breaks of 300, 500, 1,000 and 3,000+ units. Your itemised quote will include pricing at multiple volume levels so you can make an informed production decision.