MOQ varies by industry: cosmetics 500–5,000 units, supplements 1,000–10,000, food products 2,000+. Lead times typically 6–12 weeks for production, 2–4 weeks for sampling. List your realistic minimums—many founders on AJ Cosmo Labs filter by MOQ first. Transparent, achievable timelines build trust and reduce deal fallout.
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