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Clothing manufacturer MOQ explained: how to negotiate yours

MOQ (minimum order quantity) is driven mostly by fabric minimums and production efficiency, not an arbitrary factory preference. Stock fabrics carry lower MOQs than custom-dyed or custom-woven ones.

For a first order, expect the conversation to focus on stock fabric options, simpler construction, and a realistic quantity that lets both sides build trust before scaling. Reorders typically unlock more flexibility as production references are already on file.

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