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.

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Sourcing & MOQ · 6 min read · 2026-09-09

Activewear Quality Control Checklist — Before You Approve Bulk

A practical QC checklist buyers can attach to POs: sample stages, measurements, seams, fabric lot and AQL.

Checklist at a glance

Fabric lot locked (GSM / hand / colour).
Proto → fit notes → PPS signed.
Measurement chart + tolerance.
Seam map (flatlock/overlock by zone).
AQL window + defect list on PO.
In-line + final inspection plan.

AQL 2.5 garment inspection

Use AQL quality control guide and OEM quality agreement checklist.

Seams and fabric tests

Flatlock vs overlock · pilling & colourfastness · PPS checklist.

ZIESHINE path

QC is written into Dongguan cut-and-sew programmes. Start on /manufacture.

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

What is AQL 2.5?

A common apparel inspection level for major defects — define defect classes on the quality agreement.

When should QC start?

At fabric lot + proto, not only final carton inspection.

What must be on PPS?

Construction, measurements, trims, labels, colour and approved seam photos.

Who pays for re-inspection?

Define reject handling and re-inspection cost in the quality agreement before bulk.