Can I buy 10 of something?

Ask the seller whether that quantity is available and whether it meets the order minimum. Then check the full landed cost of shipping it.

Does the minimum apply per colour?

It depends on the seller and process. Confirm whether the minimum applies per design, colour, size or combined order.

What does a custom glaze cost?

Request separate prices for sampling, setup, production quantity and any revised packing. There is no standard cost or minimum across glazes and factories.

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Homeware minimum order quantity

A seller's stated minimum may apply per design, colour, material or package. Confirm the unit of the minimum, available stock and whether variants can be combined.

Then compare the landed cost at several order quantities. Packing and route minimums can change the result even when the unit price stays the same.

In this guide

The three minimums

Stock pick: ask for the current available quantity, minimum per design and colour, and replenishment terms.
Custom colour or glaze: ask for the sample approval process, production minimum and colour tolerance.
Custom shape: request tooling ownership, setup cost, minimum run and sampling terms in writing.

Planning a first order that is not wasted

Compare a mixed assortment with a deeper order of one design against your demand plan, each seller's minimum and the packed-carton quote.

Ask for carton dimensions at each proposed quantity so freight per unit can be calculated rather than assumed from an arbitrary volume threshold.

Sample anything you have not physically handled. Glaze colour, weight and finish do not survive photography.

Mixing suppliers to reach a shipment

A mixed order may combine ceramics, woven goods and frames from different sellers. Confirm each seller's minimum, domestic delivery, warehouse handling and export packing before assuming consolidation saves money.

Compare a consolidated quote with separate shipments, including handling, inspection and destination charges.

Questions & answers

Common questions

Can I buy 10 of something?: Ask the seller whether that quantity is available and whether it meets the order minimum. Then check the full landed cost of shipping it.
Does the minimum apply per colour?: It depends on the seller and process. Confirm whether the minimum applies per design, colour, size or combined order.
What does a custom glaze cost?: Request separate prices for sampling, setup, production quantity and any revised packing. There is no standard cost or minimum across glazes and factories.

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