Minimum Order Quantity

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) is the minimum amount of a product or service a supplier is willing to sell to a buyer.   

What is the minimum order quantity?  

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) is the smallest quantity of a product or material that a supplier is willing to sell or produce simultaneously. MOQs are often set by suppliers to optimize their production efficiency and to ensure that the cost of producing small quantities is covered.    

How to calculate MOQ?  

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) calculation can depend on several factors, including the supplier's production capacity, the product's cost structure, and the buyer's demand. However, a common approach for calculating MOQ is as follows:   

1. Determine the supplier's production capacity: This can include factors such as the supplier's lead time, manufacturing capabilities, and ability to source raw materials.   

2. Determine the cost of production: This can include raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses. The cost of production should be divided by the number of units produced to determine the cost per unit.   

3. Determine the desired profit margin: This can be calculated as a percentage of the cost of production. For example, if the cost of production per unit is $10 and the desired profit margin is 20%, then the selling price per unit would be $12.   

4. Determine the buyer's demand: This can include historical sales data, market trends, and projected future demand.   

5. Calculate the MOQ: The MOQ can be calculated by dividing the buyer's demand by the supplier's production capacity. For example, if the supplier can produce 100 units per day and the buyer's demand is 500, then the MOQ would be five days of production or 500 units.