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MOQ Negotiator
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Generated email
Hi, Thanks for the quote on the Bluetooth speaker. I'd like to discuss the MOQ. Your stated MOQ is 5,000 units, but for a first order I'd like to start with 1,000 units to validate the relationship and the product. I understand small runs cost more, and I'm happy to work with you on terms that make this realistic for both of us. A few specific things I can offer: 1. **Standard product, no custom packaging.** I'm happy to accept your existing product as-is, with our printed label only. This should reduce setup costs significantly. 2. **Higher unit price for the lower MOQ.** What unit price would let you produce 1,000 units economically? I'm prepared to pay a reasonable premium to make the smaller order work. 3. **Future volume commitment.** If the first order goes well, I'm planning ongoing orders. I can commit in writing to a follow-up order at your standard MOQ within 4 months at standard pricing. 4. **Combine with existing production.** If you have similar production scheduled in the next 4–6 weeks, I'm flexible on lead time and would be happy to add my order to that run. Could you let me know: - The lowest unit count you can produce (even at higher unit price) - The unit price difference between your standard MOQ and the lower volume - Whether you have any production runs already scheduled that I could join Looking forward to your reply. Best regards
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