Tired of Chinese factories quoting a 5,000-piece minimum? You're not alone. Most silicone manufacturers run 10,000–50,000-piece MOQs because their lines are optimized for mass production. If you're a startup, Amazon seller, or small brand testing a new product, that's a dealbreaker. CYES runs a dedicated low-MOQ program so you can launch custom silicone parts starting at 100 pieces — on the same quality system as our larger enterprise customers.
Why Most Factories Refuse Small Orders
Silicone molding economics work like this: tooling setup (compression mold or LSR tool) takes time, raw material has to be weighed, mixed and color-matched, and first articles need inspection before a production run is approved. For a factory running high monthly volumes, a 200-piece order is noise — they'd rather decline than disrupt their line.
We built a dedicated small-batch line specifically to close that gap.
What You Get at 100+ Pieces
- Free sample before mass production (1–3 pieces; you cover shipping)
- DFM feedback in writing — we flag design risks before you commit to tooling
- FDA / LFGB material certificates included, no extra charge
- FBA-ready packaging (barcode, poly bag, insert card)
- The same IQC → IPQC → OQC quality system as enterprise orders
Pricing Reference for Typical Small Orders
Figures below are indicative per-unit prices for common small-batch products; your actual quote depends on material, geometry and finishing.
| Product | 100 pcs | 500 pcs | 2,000 pcs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby teether (10 g) | $2.40 | $1.60 | $1.10 |
| Silicone spatula | $3.10 | $2.00 | $1.40 |
| Custom seal / gasket | $1.20 | $0.70 | $0.40 |
| Phone case | $2.80 | $1.70 | $1.10 |
Tooling is a one-time fee, typically $300–$1,500 depending on complexity. These are reference ranges, not fixed quotes.
Who This Program Is For
- Amazon sellers validating a new product before an FBA bulk order
- Startup brands running Kickstarter or Indiegogo campaigns
- Product designers prototyping before a funding round
- Mid-size brands testing new SKUs
For a step-by-step walkthrough of the buying process, see our silicone products factory OEM guide.