Understanding MOQ for Custom Cat Scratchers
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) is the smallest number of custom cat scratchers a manufacturer will produce in one order. For Fobpet, the standard starting MOQ is 100 pieces for most products, although the final requirement depends on the selected model and customization scope.
What MOQ Means
MOQ stands for minimum order quantity: the lowest number of units a supplier agrees to manufacture or supply under a specific quotation and production arrangement. For custom cat scratchers, it may apply to the entire order, a single model, a colorway, an artwork version, or a packaging format.
For example, if Fobpet quotes a 100-piece MOQ for a specific scratcher design, that does not necessarily mean you can combine 25 units each of four different models to reach 100 pieces. Each model, size, or artwork version may have its own minimum.
Fobpet’s MOQ Policy
Fobpet states that most of its products have an MOQ of 100 pieces. This applies to many of its cardboard cat scratchers, including scratcher lounges and scratching posts, and should be treated as the starting point for an inquiry rather than a universal guarantee for every custom specification.
| Product or order type | Fobpet MOQ information |
|---|---|
| Most standard Fobpet products | 100 pieces |
| Individual scratcher models, such as the head-shaped clawing house or Europe-design lounge | 100 pieces per listed product |
| Standard products on certain category pages | From 500 units |
| Fully custom designs on certain category pages | From 1,000 units |
| Multiple models or artwork versions | Confirm the minimum separately for each variation |
The variation between 100, 500, and 1,000 units reflects an important point: MOQ is project-specific. An existing model may qualify for the standard 100-piece minimum, while a new structure, special material, or complex packaging requirement may need a higher quantity or additional development charges.
Why Fobpet Sets an MOQ
Custom cardboard scratchers require production preparation beyond simply adding a logo. Fobpet offers custom shapes, sizes, full-color printing, corrugation options, 3D modeling, prototyping, packaging, and labeling, all of which involve setup and production planning.
MOQ helps cover:
- Custom die-cutting, tooling, and production-line setup
- Material sourcing and corrugated-board preparation
- Full-color artwork, logo printing, and surface finishing
- Custom packaging, inserts, labels, and retail presentation
- Sampling, inspection, and batch quality control
A larger production run spreads these fixed costs across more units, which is why unit pricing usually improves as quantity increases.
What to Confirm Before Ordering
Before requesting a formal quotation, buyers should clarify exactly how the 100-piece MOQ applies to their project. Fobpet specifically advises buyers to confirm whether the minimum applies per model, size, artwork version, or another product specification.
Ask Fobpet:
- Does my selected existing model qualify for the 100-piece MOQ?
- Does a custom size, shape, or structure change the MOQ or require tooling?
- Is logo printing available at 100 pieces, and are there artwork setup fees?
- Does custom retail packaging have a separate minimum or setup charge?
- Can I split 100 units across several models, colors, or artwork versions?
- What are the sample cost, production lead time, packaging cost, and export terms?
How to Request a Quote
To receive an accurate Fobpet quotation, provide a complete project brief rather than asking only for “the MOQ.” Fobpet recommends including the product reference, dimensions, quantity per variation, artwork needs, packaging requirements, destination, and target delivery date.
A useful inquiry could say:
“We are interested in a custom cardboard cat scratcher based on model [reference]. We need 100 units in one colorway, with our logo printed on the product and a custom retail sleeve. Please confirm whether 100 units meets the MOQ, whether packaging has a separate minimum, and provide the unit price, sample cost, tooling fees, and production lead time.”
This approach helps Fobpet determine whether the project fits the standard 100-piece MOQ or requires a higher quantity, development charge, or revised specification.
Practical Takeaway
For most Fobpet cat scratcher projects, 100 pieces is the practical starting MOQ. However, buyers should treat it as a baseline: existing models may qualify at 100 units, while fully custom structures or complex packaging may require 500–1,000 units or separate minimums.
The best approach is to submit a detailed inquiry with the exact model, quantity breakdown, artwork, and packaging needs. That allows Fobpet to confirm the true project MOQ and provide a complete costed production plan.
