The minimum order quantity for private-label cosmetics is not necessarily one number for the whole order. A quotation may include separate requirements for the formula, each shade or scent, the container and printed packaging. Ask what each minimum applies to before planning your launch budget.
## Separate the quantities
Confirm the quantity per product, per variant and per packaging design. A mixed order may not satisfy the minimum for each individual shade. Check whether containers, pumps, labels and cartons have their own ordering increments, and how any remaining packaging will be handled.
Existing packaging options may reduce development work compared with a custom mould, but they do not guarantee a lower MOQ. Ask for an actual comparison based on the same formula, size and decoration.
## Compare the complete scope
– Product: formula version, fill size, shade or scent, and agreed specification.
– Packaging: container, closure, decoration, label, carton and packing method.
– Development: samples, artwork, tooling and agreed testing.
– Delivery: quotation basis, destination, transport and charges included or excluded.
Separate one-off development costs from the recurring product price. Ask about quotation validity and how a change in specification or quantity would affect it. A low headline unit price is not a useful comparison if important items are missing.
## Agree the next step before committing
Request a sample plan and a written quotation with the quantity breakdown. Treat the proposed delivery window as conditional until specifications, artwork, sample approval and production arrangements are confirmed.
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