For most custom sports bras:
From my experience, brands fail not because MOQ is “too high,” but because they plan backward incorrectly.
MOQ controls risk. Lead time controls cash flow. You must design both into your launch strategy.
When brands ask:
“What’s your MOQ and lead time?”
They’re really asking:
MOQ is not a barrier—it’s a production efficiency threshold.
Lead time is not a promise—it’s a system of dependencies:
Factories that quote “fast & low” without process are warning signs.
Across many projects, I see two types of brands:
Unprepared brands
Prepared brands
The second group launches on time—even with higher MOQ.
| Factory Type | Typical MOQ | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible OEM | 100–300 pcs | Startups |
| Standard OEM | 300–800 pcs | Growing brands |
| Enterprise factory | 1,000–3,000 pcs | Scale programs |
Lower MOQ usually means:
Higher MOQ means:
| Stage | Time Range |
|---|---|
| Tech pack review | 2–4 days |
| Sample round 1 | 7–12 days |
| Sample revision | 5–10 days |
| Final approval | 2–3 days |
| Bulk production | 25–45 days |
| QC & packing | 3–7 days |
Real-world total: 6–10 weeks after sample approval.
Any quote under 3 weeks usually cuts steps.
| Cause | Impact | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric out of stock | +2–3 weeks | Pre-select alternates |
| Late sample feedback | Missed line slot | Set internal deadlines |
| Too many changes | Restart cycle | Freeze core structure |
| No buffer time | Launch delay | Add 10–15 days |
Fast factories are useless without fast decisions.
Flexible OEM with low MOQ, clear sampling workflow, and predictable lead times.
Best for: Startups and testing new styles.
OEM partner offering moderate MOQ and fast sampling cycles.
Best for: Private label brands.
One of the world’s largest knitwear and activewear manufacturers, serving global sportswear brands with stable capacity and long-term programs.
Best for: Brands planning large-volume and long-term production.
👉 Eclat
Performance-focused supplier with strong material systems.
Best for: Premium and technical bras.
Large-scale OEM with structured booking cycles.
Best for: High-volume programs.
| Factory | Typical MOQ | Sample Time | Bulk Lead Time | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fukigymwear | 100–300 | 7–10 days | 30–40 days | Startups |
| Billoomi | 200–500 | 10–14 days | 35–45 days | Private label |
| Shenzhou International | 1,000–3,000 | 2–3 weeks | 40–55 days | Large-volume programs |
| Eclat | 1,000+ | 2–3 weeks | 45–60 days | Technical lines |
| TAL Apparel | 1,500+ | 3–4 weeks | 45–60 days | Enterprise |
Choose based on cash flow tolerance, not just unit price.
Q: Can I order 50 pcs per style?
A: Most real factories cannot support this economically. Look for low-MOQ OEM like Fukigymwear.
Q: Why do factories require MOQ?
A: Setup time, fabric cutting, and line efficiency.
Q: Can I speed up lead time?
A: Yes—by freezing design early and giving fast feedback.
If you want predictable MOQ and lead time without losing control over
quality, fit, and performance—
👉 Fukigymwear
supports sports bra OEM with low MOQ, fast sampling, and transparent production timelines.