Wholesale & OEM FAQ
Use these answers to prepare a clearer sourcing brief. Product, material, quantity, customization, destination, and timing can change the answer, so the quotation and shipment documents for your project remain the controlling record.
Buyer FAQ
MOQ & Pricing
How is MOQ decided?
MOQ is confirmed for the actual style and specification. Construction, material availability, color, size assortment, logo method, custom components, packaging, and total quantity can each change the workable minimum. See the low MOQ shoe manufacturer guide for current catalog starting points. Review current low MOQ starting points
Why can two similar-looking shoes have different prices?
The last, upper material, lining, outsole, construction, hardware, finishing, size range, quality standard, packaging, and quantity may be different even when the silhouette looks similar. A useful comparison keeps those inputs the same.
Can I order one sample before discussing bulk production?
Sampling can usually be reviewed before bulk production, but availability, sample fee, development work, and timing depend on the product. Send the SKU or reference files so the team can confirm the sample route.
What is the MOQ for Goodyear welt and exotic-skin shoes?
Current catalog starting points are from 1 pair for Goodyear welt and exotic-skin shoe styles. The actual MOQ is confirmed against construction, material, color, size range, logo, components, packaging, and quantity. Compare low MOQ starting points
Samples
What should I send for a sample quotation?
Send reference views or a product link, intended market, size range, material and color direction, construction, logo, packaging, target quantity, destination, and preferred deadline.
What should be checked before approving a sample?
Check fit or dimensions, material, color, construction, workmanship, component function, logo, labels, packaging, and any agreed tolerances. Approve a written specification with the physical sample.
What happens if I change the design after sample approval?
The team should review the change for pattern, material, tooling, component, price, MOQ, and timing impact. Record the revision and approve it before bulk production continues.
What is your sample lead time and how does the sample process start?
Many current product records state 7-15 days for a sample. The sample route begins after the required files, material direction, and payment arrangement are confirmed, and the actual timing is confirmed for the project. Review the inquiry-to-delivery workflow
What files and details should I send for an OEM shoe quote?
Send product views or a link, intended market, target quantity, size range, material, construction, color, logo, packaging, destination, and preferred delivery window. Separate confirmed requirements from open questions. Prepare your sourcing brief
Do you support private label logos and packaging?
Private label projects can include logo positions, labels, packaging, carton marks, and related artwork details. The available method is confirmed with the product construction, material, quantity, and sample brief. Review private label project inputs
Production & QC
How are sample, bulk, and pre-shipment checks different?
The sample confirms the intended product. Bulk checks watch material and production consistency. Pre-shipment inspection verifies finished quantity, assortment, workmanship, measurements, labels, packaging, and cartons before release.
Can I request inspection photos or a third-party inspection?
Yes, discuss the evidence and inspection stage before ordering. The scope should identify products, sample size, checkpoints, pass or fail rules, reporting format, and who makes the release decision.
How do you manage natural leather variation?
Use an approved physical reference, identify visible panels, and agree an acceptable range for grain, scale or quill character, color, gloss, and natural marks. Bulk lots should be compared with that record.
What is the bulk lead time for a custom shoe design?
Many current custom-design product records state 15-21 days after details are confirmed. Material availability, tooling, revisions, quantity, and shipping needs can change the project schedule, so the quotation should carry the confirmed timing. See how project timing is confirmed
Can I visit or verify the factory before ordering?
Review the factory information and verification checklist before ordering, then email the team about the records or visit request you need. Availability and arrangements are confirmed for the specific request. Review the factory Use the supplier verification checklist
Shipping & CITES
Which shipping methods can be reviewed?
Depending on the goods and route, sea, air, express, land, and DDP may be reviewed. The final choice depends on carton volume, destination, urgency, documentation, and trade terms.
Does every exotic-leather shipment need the same CITES documents?
No. Requirements depend on species, source, product, export country, destination, and route. Confirm the scientific name and available records, then verify the shipment with the relevant CITES authority and customs adviser.
Who is responsible for checking destination import rules?
The supplier should provide accurate product and source information within the agreed scope. The importer should confirm destination rules, permits, labeling, duties, and customs treatment with the competent authority or adviser.
Payment
Which payment terms are available?
Payment terms are stated in the project quotation or invoice and may depend on sample work, order value, production scope, and agreed trade terms. Do not rely on a generic website sentence as the payment record.
What should I verify before paying a production balance?
Check the agreed inspection evidence, quantity and assortment, packing information, labels, cartons, shipment plan, and any required documents. The release rule should be agreed before production.
Can later decisions be kept in one place?
Yes. Email provides the notification trail, and the Buyer Portal keeps the requirement summary, attachments, and later messages connected to one sourcing thread.
