Order Type MOQ
MOQ Guide for Tights, Pantyhose & Hosiery
Minimum Order Quantities for Wholesale, Private Label & OEM
At Dongyang Jiban Apparel Co., Ltd., we support different order sizes for stock products, private label collections, custom colors, custom patterns, and full OEM/ODM hosiery production.
Your MOQ depends on the level of customization, materials, colors, packaging, and production requirements.
Whether you are testing a new product, building a private label hosiery brand, or placing a large OEM order, we can recommend the most suitable production option for your business.
Our MOQ by Order Type
| Order Type | Typical MOQ |
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| Stock Products | 20–100+ pairs |
| Custom Color | 300–500 pairs/color |
| Private Label | 500–1,000 pairs |
| Custom Pattern / Knit | 1,000–3,000 pairs |
| Standard Custom Production | Typically 1,000 pairs/color |
| Full OEM / ODM | 3,000+ pairs |
MOQ ranges are typical guidelines and may vary depending on the product, material, construction, colors, sizes, packaging, and customization requirements.
For an exact MOQ, please send us your product requirements for a factory quotation.
1. Stock Products
MOQ: 20–100+ pairs
Our stock products are suitable for:
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Online retailers
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Boutique stores
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Amazon and e-commerce sellers
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Product testing
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New brand launches
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Sample purchasing
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Wholesale buyers
Stock products can usually be ordered in existing colors, sizes, materials, and designs.
This is the lowest-risk option if you want to test market demand before developing a fully customized product.
Stock / Sample Pricing
Stock and sample products may be purchased at the prices shown on our product pages.
Wholesale, private label and OEM pricing are available separately.
For larger quantities, contact us for a factory quotation.
2. Custom Color Hosiery
MOQ: 300–500 pairs per color
If you already have a specific brand color or want to develop your own color palette, we can support custom-color production.
Custom color options may include:
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Custom black shades
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Skin-tone / nude shades
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Seasonal colors
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Brand-specific colors
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Fashion colors
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Pantone-based color references
The final MOQ and development requirements depend on the yarn, fabric construction, dyeing process, and color requirements.
For accurate color matching, buyers can provide a Pantone reference, physical color sample, or other approved color standard.
3. Private Label Tights
MOQ: 500–1,000 pairs
Private label production is designed for brands that want to sell hosiery under their own brand name.
Depending on the product, we can support:
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Custom brand labels
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Woven or printed labels
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Custom packaging
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Custom logos
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Hang tags
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Barcode / UPC labeling
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Size and care labels
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Retail packaging
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Custom product inserts
Private label MOQ can vary depending on the packaging and labeling requirements.
If you already have your own brand, packaging artwork, or label design, send us the details and we can evaluate the production requirements.
4. Custom Pattern & Custom Knit
MOQ: 1,000–3,000 pairs
Custom patterns and knit structures require additional production development compared with standard products.
This option may include:
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Custom knitted patterns
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Jacquard designs
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Custom textures
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Leopard patterns
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Logo patterns
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Fashion patterns
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Special knit structures
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Customized denier or fabric construction
A custom pattern may require sample development and production approval before bulk manufacturing.
The exact MOQ depends on the complexity of the design and the production process.
5. Standard Custom Production
Typically: 1,000 pairs per color
For buyers who need a product developed around specific production specifications, a typical starting quantity is approximately 1,000 pairs per color.
Standard custom production may include combinations of:
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Denier
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Material composition
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Color
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Size range
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Waistband
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Toe construction
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Gusset
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Sheerness
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Stretch
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Packaging
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Labeling
This option is suitable for brands that already know their target product specifications but need a manufacturing partner to produce them.
6. Full OEM / ODM Hosiery
MOQ: 3,000+ pairs
Full OEM/ODM projects involve a higher level of product development and customization.
Depending on the project, JBF Tights can work with buyers on:
Product Development
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Product concept
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Technical specifications
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Materials
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Denier
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Colors
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Size grading
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Pattern development
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Construction details
Branding
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Private labels
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Custom logos
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Packaging
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Retail presentation
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Barcodes and labeling
Production
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Sample development
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Sample approval
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Bulk manufacturing
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Quality inspection
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Packaging
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Export documentation
Full OEM/ODM MOQ depends on the complexity of the project and the final production specifications.
Why Does MOQ Vary?
MOQ is not determined by quantity alone.
For hosiery production, the minimum order can be affected by:
Product Construction
Basic stock tights are easier to produce in smaller quantities, while custom knit structures and special constructions require additional setup and development.
Color
Custom colors may require dedicated dyeing and color development.
Materials
Special yarns, yarn blends, fleece materials, conductive yarns, or other customized materials may have their own purchasing requirements.
Size Range
A product with multiple sizes requires production planning across the complete size range.
Packaging
Custom packaging, labels, printed bags, boxes, inserts, and barcodes can affect the minimum production quantity.
Customization Level
The more elements that are customized, the more development and production preparation may be required.
Can I Start With a Small Quantity?
Yes.
If you are launching a new brand or testing a new product, you do not necessarily need to start with a large OEM order.
You can consider the following approach:
Step 1 — Stock Product
Start with existing products and smaller quantities.
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Step 2 — Sample & Product Testing
Evaluate fit, material, sheerness, stretch, color and customer response.
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Step 3 — Private Label
Add your brand label and customized packaging.
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Step 4 — Custom Product
Develop your own colors, patterns, materials or construction.
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Step 5 — Full OEM / ODM
Scale the successful product into larger production runs.
This approach allows brands to validate products before committing to larger customized production.
Sample Orders
Samples are available before bulk production.
For custom projects, the sample process may include:
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Product specification review
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Material and color confirmation
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Sample development
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Sample inspection
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Buyer approval
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Final production specification confirmation
Standard custom samples typically take approximately 7–10 days, depending on the product and customization requirements.
Sample fees vary according to the product and development requirements.
For complex OEM/ODM projects, the sample timeline may be longer.
Production Lead Time
Typical production timing depends on the order type.
| Order Type | Typical Production Timing |
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| Stock Products | Approximately 7–15 days |
| Standard Custom | Approximately 20–30 days |
| Private Label | Approximately 20–30 days after approval |
| Custom Pattern / Knit | Depends on development |
| Full OEM / ODM | Depends on product development and approval |
Lead times are estimates rather than guaranteed delivery dates.
The final production schedule will be confirmed after the product specifications, samples, packaging, and order quantity are approved.
MOQ Does Not Mean One Fixed Number
Every hosiery project is different.
For example, a buyer may request:
1,000 pairs
with:
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2 colors
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4 sizes
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private label
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custom packaging
Another buyer may request:
1,000 pairs
with:
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1 color
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3 sizes
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stock packaging
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custom label only
Although the total quantity is similar, the production requirements can be different.
That's why we confirm MOQ after reviewing the complete product specifications.
What Information Should You Send Us?
To provide an accurate MOQ and quotation, please send as much of the following information as possible:
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Product type
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Denier
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Material composition
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Color
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Size range
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Quantity
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Custom pattern or design
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Logo / branding requirements
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Label requirements
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Packaging requirements
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Target market
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Reference product or sample
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Required delivery date
If you do not have complete specifications yet, that's okay.
You can simply send us a product photo, reference product, sketch, or basic description.
Our team can review your requirements and recommend a suitable production solution.
From Stock to Private Label to OEM
JBF Tights supports different stages of hosiery sourcing.
Stock Wholesale
For buyers who need existing products and smaller quantities.
MOQ: 20–100+ pairs
Private Label
For brands that need their own labels, packaging and branding.
MOQ: 500–1,000 pairs
Custom Production
For brands that require custom colors, specifications or patterns.
MOQ: Typically 1,000+ pairs
Full OEM / ODM
For brands developing highly customized hosiery products.
MOQ: Typically 3,000+ pairs
Request a Factory Quote
Have a product idea but are not sure which MOQ applies?
Send us your requirements.
We will review:
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Product specifications
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Quantity
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Customization
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Materials
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Colors
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Packaging
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Private label requirements
and provide the appropriate MOQ, sample requirements, production timeline and factory quotation.
Request a Quote
Tell us what you need — we'll help you determine the right production option.
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Important Note
The MOQ figures on this page are typical guidelines, not fixed production requirements.
Actual MOQ may vary according to product construction, materials, colors, size combinations, custom development, packaging, labeling and other production requirements.
For the most accurate MOQ and pricing, please contact JBF Tights with your specific product requirements.