Sample fees and lead times are the first friction points in sourcing. Knowing the norms prevents misunderstandings.
Typical sample fees
- Stock design, no changes: $20-40, often free.
- Color/logo customization: $30-80.
- New mold or structural change: $150-500 or tooling cost.
Typical sample lead times
- Stock: 3-7 days.
- Custom color/logo: 7-15 days.
- New mold: 15-30 days.
What is included
Confirm what the sample includes: hardware, packaging, logo application. Ask if the sample fee is deducted from the first bulk order — most factories do this.
We ship samples worldwide and deduct the fee from bulk orders. See shipping or request a sample.