Distribution and retail
Build a controlled assortment with carton quantities, barcode ownership, shelf-ready packaging and a repeat-order reference.
Review the product rangeBuilt for repeat orders
Wholesale drinkware built around your order plan
For a wholesale drinkware order, select the models, lids and capacities first. Then agree on finishes, packaging, samples and release checks with the BG Drinkware team.
One order, many checkpointsEvery SKU, finish and pack follows the approved sample.
01SelectModels, lids and capacities
02ConfigureColors, logo and packaging
03ApproveSamples and order references
04ProduceBatch controls and inspections
05ReleaseCartons, records and shipment
Wholesale drinkware is bought in bulk from a manufacturer, either as stock models in your colours or customised with your logo and packaging. BG Drinkware, a drinkware manufacturer in Yongkang, China, supplies stainless steel, titanium, aluminium and plastic bottles, tumblers, mugs, food jars, jugs and teapots from 120 ml to 4,000 ml. The usual minimum is 500 pieces per model and colour. Different logos have separate minimums. Lower quantities for some startup projects are reviewed case by case. Ask for the minimum on unbranded models. An existing-model sample can take up to 7 days. Confirm sample cost and any credit in the quote. Typical bulk production is 7–12 days from the deposit, plus 2–3 days for a ceramic lining. Terms are usually a 30% deposit with the balance before shipment, and goods ship EXW from Ningbo. Inspection follows ISO 2859-1 Level II, AQL 2.5 and 4.0, and third-party inspection is welcome.
Wholesale ranges
- Wholesale water bottles — Stainless steel and sport bottles with screw, loop, cup and straw lids.
- Wholesale tumblers — 14 oz to 40 oz and 1,200 ml tumblers with handles and straw lids.
- Wholesale coffee mugs — Travel mugs, desk mugs and compact cups.
- Wholesale kids water bottles — Kids bottles and cups with straw and flip lids.
Print shops and engravers can also order blank tumblers. Confirm the minimum for the chosen model.
Color batches and matching components should be defined by SKU before production starts.
Build the assortment
Choose a range that fits the channel
A wholesale order works better when each model has a clear job, target buyer and replenishment role. For bulk water bottles, start with fewer deliberate SKUs, then expand from sales evidence.
01Sport bottlesHydration, gyms, schools and outdoor programs
02Wholesale tumblersRetail, lifestyle collections and gift sets
03Coffee cupsCommutes, cafes and workplace programs
04Kids cupsAge-appropriate formats and coordinated accessories
05Stainless steel rangeInsulated structures across several product types
Order architecture
MOQ follows the configuration
A useful MOQ answer begins with the actual model, finish, logo method and packaging plan. Combining incompatible options can create separate production lots even when the total quantity looks large. The usual minimum is 500 pieces per model and colour. Different logos have separate minimums. Lower quantities for some startup projects are reviewed case by case.
Body and lid platformShared components can simplify repeat ordering.
Color allocationEach finish may need its own controllable batch.
Decoration routeArtwork coverage and process affect setup.
Unit packagingRetail boxes, labels and inserts add order variants.
Better questionWhat is the MOQ for this approved configuration?
Better recordOne SKU table that connects every order variable.
Cost control
Compare quotes on the same specification
Low unit prices can hide a different material, lid, decoration scope or packing method. Ask every supplier to quote the same approved brief.
See the manufacturing processBODY
Material, capacity and insulation
Body construction sets the base before finishes and accessories are added.
LID
Closure and component count
Handles, straws, seals and special mechanisms change tooling and assembly work.
FINISH
Color and decoration coverage
Powder coating, printing and engraving use different preparation and control steps.
PACK
Unit pack and master carton
Retail presentation and transit protection need to be designed together.
PROOF
Sampling, testing and inspection
Share the destination market with the enquiry, so labels, packaging and any testing are in the quote.
Wholesale order terms at a glance
| Item | Standard terms |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | Usually 500 per model and colour. Different logos have separate minimums. Ask about blank orders. |
| Sample | Up to 7 days for an existing model; charged; blank sample charge credited against bulk |
| Bulk production | Typically 7–12 days from the deposit. Ceramic lining can add 2–3 days. |
| Payment | 30% deposit, balance before shipment |
| Shipping | Usually EXW, shipped from Ningbo; FBA labelling and direct delivery to Amazon warehouses available |
| Inspection | ISO 2859-1 General Level II, AQL 2.5 / 4.0; third-party inspection welcome |
| Chinese New Year | Closed from about 7 days before CNY to the Lantern Festival; order about 18 days before the closure (by about 12 January for 2027) |
Order facts
- Minimum order
- Usually 500 per model and colour. Different logos have separate minimums.
- Sample
- Up to 7 days for an existing model
- Bulk production
- Typically 7–12 days from the deposit. Late approvals and artwork changes can affect timing.
- Standard construction
- 304 stainless inner wall, 201 outer wall; 316 inner or 304 outer on request
- Capacity
- 120 ml to 4,000 ml
- Testing
- Every vacuum bottle temperature-tested before shipping
To quote, send the capacity, quantity, model, colour, logo method, packaging, payment terms and trade terms. BG Drinkware is a drinkware manufacturer in Yongkang, China.
For how samples are approved and recorded, see our sampling process; for inspection points, see quality control.
Plan for the selling channel
The same bottle can require a different order
Wholesale water bottles for distribution, retail, ecommerce and promotional programs can share a body platform while using different packs, labels and replenishment plans.
Ecommerce
Protect the unit pack for parcel handling and keep SKU data consistent across listings.
Ecommerce drinkwarePromotional
Connect event dates, artwork approval and pack-out instructions to the delivery plan.
Promotional drinkwareWholesale program
For replenishment, reorders follow the approved sample; coating shade can vary slightly between batches.
Discuss a wholesale programBuyer guides
- HS codes for drinkware
How vacuum, steel, aluminium and plastic drinkware are classified
- Production timeline
Sample, bulk, shipment and the Chinese New Year break
- Custom tumbler pricing: 8 cost drivers
What changes a quote and how to compare two suppliers fairly
- Tumblers in bulk
How to plan a bulk tumbler order
- Leak-proof water bottles in bulk
What to specify and test before claiming leak-proof
- Choosing water bottle sizes
How to plan capacities across a product line
For mould, logo and sample costs, see custom drinkware costs.
Buyer questions
Wholesale drinkware FAQ
What is the MOQ for wholesale drinkware?
The usual minimum is 500 pieces per model and colour. Different logos have separate minimums. Lower quantities for some startup projects are reviewed case by case. An existing-model sample can take up to 7 days. Typical bulk production is 7–12 days from the deposit. Late approvals and artwork changes can affect timing.
Can one order include several colors or models?
Yes, when the proposed mix fits the production and component plan. Each model, color, lid and package should be listed as a separate SKU so feasibility and quantity can be checked clearly.
Can wholesale drinkware include a custom logo?
Yes. The suitable method depends on the material, finish, artwork coverage and durability target. Artwork scale, position, color and orientation should be approved before bulk production.
Should we approve a sample before ordering?
A physical sample is recommended when fit, finish, decoration, packaging or market presentation cannot be approved reliably from a specification alone. The accepted sample or signed record should identify the production reference.
How is wholesale drinkware packed for shipment?
Packing is based on the assembled product, sales channel and transport risks. Confirm the unit box or protective wrap, dividers, labels, master carton quantity and pallet requirements before production release.
What information is needed for a wholesale quote?
Send the product reference, capacity, lid, quantity by SKU, finish, logo artwork, packaging, destination market, testing needs and required delivery date. These details let us quote a comparable order scope.
What is the minimum order for wholesale drinkware?
The usual minimum is 500 pieces per model and colour. Different logos have separate minimums. Lower quantities for some startup projects are reviewed case by case. Ask for the minimum on unbranded models. Some models list a higher minimum, such as 1,000 pieces, on their product pages.
What are your payment and shipping terms?
Usually a 30% deposit, with the balance paid before shipment. Goods are usually sold EXW and shipped from Ningbo, with your forwarder handling export and freight. For Amazon orders, labelling and direct delivery to Amazon warehouses can be arranged. Share your forwarder's details early.
Can I send my own inspector?
Yes. Third-party inspection by firms such as SGS or QIMA, or by your own QC team, is welcome before shipment. BG Drinkware's own inspection uses ISO 2859-1 General Level II with AQL 2.5 and 4.0. Book the inspection when production is complete and most of the order is packed, and share the checklist in advance.
How long does a wholesale order take?
A sample of an existing model takes up to 7 days. Typical bulk production is 7–12 days from the deposit. Ceramic lining can add 2–3 days. Late approvals and artwork changes can affect timing. Allow for freight and the Chinese New Year shutdown.
Start with the order record
Turn your product mix into a quote-ready wholesale plan
Send the models, quantity by SKU, finish, logo, packaging and destination market. We will identify the decisions needed before sampling and production.
