Standard MOQ is typically 150 pcs per style / colour. Selected library trial programmes may start from 100 pcs per colour, subject to fabric availability. Orders below 100 pcs / style / colour carry a combined 15% surcharge for extra fabric scattered-cut costs and additional generation fees. Custom fabric typically ~500 m / colour.

How much is a sample and how long does it take?

Library samples start from US$45 per garment piece (sets charged by piece count). Custom patterns, prints, trims and fabric development are quoted separately. Typical lead 7–9 working days after confirmation. Eligible library sample fees may be credited against a confirmed bulk order, subject to the quoted sample terms. Courier charges are excluded and never credited.

When does the bulk clock start?

Typical bulk lead time is 25–30 days after PPS (pre-production sample) approval. Deposit is taken after PPS sign-off.

What are your payment terms?

30% deposit after PPS sign-off and 70% after passed final AQL. FOB Shenzhen or DDP on request.

Home / Insights / Activewear Sample Cost Explained (US$45 / Garment Piece)

Sourcing & MOQ · 5 min read · 2026-09-07

Activewear Sample Cost Explained

What US$45 covers, when sets double, what is quoted separately, and how eligible library sample fees may be credited against a confirmed bulk order.

Library sample fee

Library samples start from US$45 per garment piece, typically ready in 7–9 working days after confirmation. That fee covers proto on a library base with production-intent seams — not free marketing samples.

Sets, customs and extras

Sets are charged by the number of pieces (2-pc set = 2 × fee).
Custom patterns, prints, special trims and fabric development are quoted separately.
Express freight (DHL / FedEx / UPS) is charged at cost by final weight.

Credit on confirmed bulk

Eligible library sample fees may be credited against a confirmed bulk order. Courier charges are never credited. Credit eligibility is confirmed on the commercial quote — not assumed from the website alone.

Next steps

Open the manufacture hub for OEM / private-label programmes.
Browse related products in the library.
Review the matching fabric path.
Download buyer checklists (deal sheet / capacity / cert pack).
Submit a development brief — Export desk replies within 12 h.

Related styles

FAQ

Is US$45 per style or per piece?

Per garment piece — not per style.

Is a two-piece set US$90?

Yes if both pieces are sampled — sets are charged by piece count.

Are custom patterns still US$45?

Custom patterns, prints, trims and fabric development are quoted separately.

Are courier charges credited?

No. Express freight is billed at cost and excluded from sample-fee credit.