What is the minimum order quantity for small batch T-shirts customization?

Many HR, administrative or event leaders of companies will encounter such a situation: they want to customize a batch of cultural shirts for the team, but there are only a dozen or even a few people. At this time, the most concerned question is - what is the minimum order quantity for small batch cultural shirts customization? I asked several manufacturers, and some said that it starts from 50 pieces, and some said that it starts from 100 pieces. Is it really impossible to order with few people??

In fact, there is no absolute uniform standard for the MOQ of cultural shirt customization. It is directly related to the printing process, fabric selection, and manufacturer scale.

Let's talk about the most common screen printing first. This process requires printing, one color at a time, so the MOQ is usually set at about 30-50 pieces. If you have a large number of colors and a small number of patterns, many manufacturers are indeed unwilling to accept them because the cost of printing cannot be spread out.?

Let's look at thermal transfer printing and digital direct injection. These two processes do not need to be opened, and one piece can be printed, so a true "one piece minimum order" is supported. But the disadvantage is that the cost of a single piece is relatively high, and the washing resistance of the pattern is not as good as that of screen printing. If you only make a few samples or use it in a small team, these two processes are very suitable.

How much can those manufacturers on the market who are known as "small batch customization" achieve at the lowest level? According to my understanding, the current bottom line in the industry is a minimum order of 10 pieces, and some manufacturers with flexible craftsmanship can achieve 5 pieces or even 1 piece. But it should be noted that the smaller the quantity, the higher the price of a single piece, which is inevitable.?

In addition, the fabric is also the key to affecting the MOQ. Spot blank cultural shirts are generally in stock, which is fast to get and has a low MOQ; while custom fabrics and fixed dyeing colors usually cost hundreds of pieces. So if you just want to print a logo, choose spot fabrics + digital printing, and you can do a few pieces.

Here is a reminder that when looking for a small-batch custom manufacturer, be sure to ask three things:

① Whether to include design and typesetting

② Is it free proofing?

③ Color difference control of bulk goods and samples

Some manufacturers offer very low prices, but they charge for design and proofing, and it is not cheap in the end.

When it comes to small-batch cultural shirt customization, I have to mention Shenzhen Yasenman Apparel Co., Ltd. This company has been specializing in group clothing customization for many years, focusing on small-batch, high-quality, fast delivery, with a minimum order of 5 pieces, and supports map customization and free design. They have their own printing workshop, and the digital direct injection and heat transfer printing processes are very mature. Whether it is company team building, class activities or small events, they can take orders. The most important thing is that Yasenman has strict control over color difference and workmanship, and will not reduce quality because of small quantity. If you are looking for a reliable small-batch cultural shirt customization manufacturer, you can learn about this one.?

So to conclude, here's the thing.

Screen printing: generally from 30 pieces

Thermal transfer/digital direct injection: from 1-5 pieces

Spot fabrics + digital printing: small batches are the friendliest

So, don't be intimidated by the "100-piece minimum order". Ask a few more companies, find the right craftsmanship and manufacturer, and you can make satisfactory cultural shirts in small batches. I hope this article can help you avoid detours and smoothly complete team customization!?