Low MOQ knitwear manufacturing from 100 pieces

Most knitwear factories ask for 500 pieces per style. We run first orders from 100 pieces per design, so a brand can test one style before committing to a season.

A low MOQ knitwear manufacturer produces sweaters, cardigans or knit tops in small runs, usually 50–300 pieces per design. JIERQI's minimum is 100 pieces per design, which covers stock yarns, custom yarns and custom labels.

Written by Felix Zheng · Reviewed 2026-11-01

What a 100-piece order includes

Included

  • Yarn sourcing and lab dips for the chosen colourways
  • One sample round plus two fit rounds
  • Custom labels, care labels and hangtags
  • AQL 2.5 inspection before packing
  • Export documents and forwarder coordination

Costed separately

  • Custom yarn development below 100 kg
  • Extra fit or colour rounds beyond two
  • Hand-work, embroidery or beadwork
  • Express shipping instead of sea freight

Standard specifications

MOQ
100 pcs / design
Gauges
3GG–14GG
Sampling
7–10 days
Production
30–45 days
Sweaters Cardigans Knit tops Capabilities and QC

Low MOQ questions

What does low MOQ mean at JIERQI?

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100 pieces per design, in one colour. That applies to sweaters, cardigans and knit tops, including styles with custom yarns or custom labels.

Is a 100-piece order more expensive per unit?

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Yes. Small runs carry a higher unit cost than 500+ pieces because machine set-up and yarn minimums are spread over fewer garments. We quote both so the trade-off is visible.

Can I mix colours or sizes inside the 100 pieces?

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Sizes can be mixed freely within a design. Colours can be split, but each colour needs its own yarn booking, so three colours usually means three smaller lots inside one order.

How long does a low-MOQ order take?

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Sampling takes 7–10 days on stock yarns. Production runs 30–45 days after approval for orders of 100–300 pieces.

Do you accept a deposit for first orders?

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Yes. Standard terms are 30% deposit with the balance before shipment. Payment and shipping terms are confirmed on the invoice before production starts.

Send one style and see the cost

A photo, a reference garment or a sketch with measurements is enough to quote. Reply within one working day.

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