MOQs vary significantly. Small-batch contract manufacturers often start at 500–1,000 units, while large-scale facilities may require 10,000–50,000 units per SKU. MOQ depends on packaging complexity, fill type (liquid, solid, aerosol), and the lab's equipment minimums. The AJ Cosmo Labs app lets you filter manufacturers by MOQ so you only see partners whose scale matches your launch volume.
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