MOQ, Pricing, and Margins: What It Really Costs to Manufacture Clothing in Bangladesh

What It Really Costs to Manufacture Clothing in Bangladesh

Everyone asks the same question:

“How much will it cost?”

The honest answer:

It depends—but here’s the real breakdown.

Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ)

Typical MOQs:

  • T-shirts: 300–1000 pcs

  • Hoodies: 300–800 pcs

  • Jackets: 200–500 pcs

Lower MOQ = higher cost per unit.

Cost Breakdown

Your cost includes:

  • Fabric

  • Labor

  • Trims & accessories

  • Washing & finishing

  • Packaging

Example Pricing Ranges

(Rough estimates)

  • Basic T-shirt: $3–$7

  • Hoodie: $8–$20

  • Denim: $10–$25

  • Jacket: $20–$60+

Hidden Costs Brands Ignore

  • Sampling costs

  • Freight

  • Import duties

  • Defects / rework

  • Delays

Profit Margins

Typical fashion margins:

  • 3x–5x markup retail

  • Wholesale: 2x–2.5x

Final Thoughts

Cheap manufacturing doesn’t mean profitable.

Margins come from:

  • Smart sourcing

  • Efficient production

  • Strong branding

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