Custom Hat MOQ — Minimum Order Quantities Explained

MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) is one of the first questions every brand asks when sourcing custom hats. This guide explains what MOQ means, why manufacturers set it, and how to find the best deal for your brand.

What Is MOQ?

MOQ is the minimum number of units a manufacturer requires per order or per design. It exists because factories need to cover setup costs — creating molds, mixing dyes, setting up embroidery machines — which are the same whether you order 10 pieces or 10,000.

Typical MOQ by Hat Type

Hat Type	Typical MOQ	Low MOQ Option
Straw Hats	100-500 pcs	50 pcs
Baseball Caps	100-300 pcs	50 pcs
Beanies	100-500 pcs	50 pcs
Woven Bags	100-300 pcs	50 pcs

Why Yulon Apparel Offers Low MOQ

With 30+ years of experience and in-house production lines, we've optimized our setup process to accommodate small brands. Our MOQ starts at just 50 pieces per design — ideal for startups testing new markets.

Tips for Negotiating MOQ

• Start with fewer designs, higher quantities per design. Manufacturers prefer this over many designs with tiny quantities.
• Offer to pay a small surcharge for low MOQ. Some factories accept a 10-20% price increase for half the usual MOQ.
• Build a long-term relationship. Once you've placed a few orders, MOQ flexibility often increases.