Cling Film MOQ & Minimum Order Guide: What Importers Need to Know (2026)

Cling Film MOQ by Product Type

Understanding factory MOQs is the first step to realistic sourcing. Here’s what to expect in 2026 when importing from Ningbo factories:

Product Type	Typical MOQ	Container Fit	Best For
Retail PVC cling film (boxed)	3,000–5,000 boxes	Partial 20’ GP	Amazon sellers, small importers
Retail PE cling film (boxed)	5,000 boxes	Partial 20’ GP	Eco-conscious brands
HORECA cling film (300m rolls)	2,000 rolls	20’ GP	Restaurant/catering suppliers
Jumbo rolls (3000–5000m)	500–1,000 rolls	20’ GP to 40’ HQ	Rewinders, private label packers
Industrial cling film (heavy gauge)	3,000 rolls	20’ GP	Food processing, meat packing
Private label / custom print	MOQ + plate fee	Same as above	Brand owners

How MOQ Affects Unit Price

Larger orders always get better pricing. Here’s a real example:

30cm×30m Retail PVC Cling Film in Color Box:

Quantity	FOB Price/Roll	Savings vs MOQ
5,000 (MOQ)	$0.34	Baseline
20,000	$0.30	-12%
50,000	$0.27	-21%
100,000	$0.25	-26%

The unit price gap narrows after 50,000 units — above this volume, resin cost (commodity pricing) dominates the cost structure rather than setup and labor.

Strategies for First-Time Importers

Strategy 1: Start with Jumbo Rolls Jumbo rolls have the lowest per-unit cost and smallest MOQ. If you have a local rewinder/slitter, import jumbo rolls and convert locally. This saves 40-60% vs importing finished retail rolls.

Strategy 2: Use a Consolidation Service If 5,000 boxed rolls is too many, work with a Ningbo-based consolidation agent. They can combine your cling film with other goods from different suppliers into one shared container.

Strategy 3: Stock Product First SUNWRAP’s stock products have lower MOQs than custom/private label. Start with stock products to test your market, then graduate to private label when volume is proven.

Private Label MOQ & Setup Costs

Item	Cost
Color box printing plate	$100–200 per color
Logo printing plate (cling film)	$150–300
MOQ (same as base product)	3,000–5,000 boxes
Custom barcode registration	Usually included
Multi-language labeling	Included in plate cost

Sample Order Policy

SUNWRAP provides 3-5 sample rolls free of charge. You cover DHL/FedEx shipping (typically $35–60 to most destinations). Sample shipping cost is deducted from your first order.