For startups and small brands, the dreaded "MOQ" (Minimum Order Quantity) is often the biggest barrier to entry. You ask for 500 meters of custom green webbing, and the factory replies: "Sorry, MOQ is 3,000 meters."
Is the factory just being difficult? No. As a transparent manufacturer, TMG Webbing wants to explain the economics of textile production and, more importantly, offer you three flexible solutions to bypass high MOQs.
The "Why": 3 Costs That Define MOQ
Understanding where the costs come from helps you negotiate better. It's not about the material cost; it's about the setup.
1. The "Dye Lot" Problem
Yarn suppliers dye raw fibers in giant high-pressure vats. The smallest standard industrial vat holds about 300kg of yarn. If you only need 50kg of yarn for a small order, the factory still has to run the machine, wasting water, electricity, and dyes. This is why custom colors usually have high MOQs.
2. Loom Setup (Beam Warping)
Weaving isn't "plug and play." To start a loom, technicians must manually thread 500 to 1,000 individual yarns through the Warping Beam. This setup process takes 4-8 hours. If we run the machine for only 1 hour (small order), the setup cost exceeds the profit.
3. Machine Calibration
Changing widths or weave patterns (e.g., from plain to Jacquard) requires re-calibrating tension. This downtime costs money.
TMG's Flexible Solutions: How to Order Smaller Batches
We don't just say "No." We offer tiered options depending on your budget and needs.
| Option | Typical MOQ | Cost Level | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Stock Webbing | 1 Roll (50m/100m) | $ | Startups, Sampling, Fast Delivery |
| 2. Greige Dyeing | 1,000m - 2,000m | $$ | Custom Colors on Standard Widths |
| 3. Fully Custom | 3,000m - 5,000m | $$$ | Unique Weaves, Jacquard Logos, Mil-Spec |
Solution A: The "Dye Lot Charge" (Surcharge)
Do you absolutely need a custom Pantone color but only want 1,000 meters? We can do it.
The Solution: You pay a Small Dye Lot Surcharge (typically $150-$300). This covers the wasted energy of running a half-empty dye vat. This allows you to get custom webbing without buying years of inventory.
Solution B: The "Stock Greige" Program
We keep thousands of meters of "Greige" (undyed, raw white) webbing in standard sizes (20mm, 25mm, 38mm, 50mm). Because the weaving is already done, we only need to dye it. This significantly lowers the MOQ and lead time.
Warning: The "No MOQ" Trap
Be careful of traders on Alibaba offering "Custom Logo Webbing, No MOQ." They are often using:
- Surface Printing: Instead of weaving your logo (Jacquard), they print it on stock webbing. It will peel off.
- Leftover Stock: They might be selling you rejected material from another client's order.
Start Small, Grow Big
Whether you need 1 roll of black nylon or 50,000 meters of custom Mil-Spec webbing, TMG has a plan for you. Check our stock list or request a custom quote.
Check Stock & Get QuoteMOQs exist for a reason, but they shouldn't stop your business. Contact TMG Webbing to discuss our Low-MOQ Stock Program today.