Key production numbers
Merch programs can start from 50 units per style where fabric, colour and decoration requirements allow it. Sample development is typically targeted within 15 days after the specification, materials and artwork are confirmed. Screen printing, DTG, embroidery and labels are all available for band merch.
Monthly capacity is 10,000 units with DDP and DDU delivery options — enough headroom for tour drops and album-launch quantities.
What to order: a starter merch pack
A common first drop pairs a heavyweight blank T-shirt with a hoodie and a cap: one design, a few colours, sizes S-3XL. Starting quantities can be discussed from 50 units per style, which keeps the first order small enough to test the market.
Sweatpants, windbreakers and tote-style extras can be added later — coordinated runs keep the brand consistent while spreading print and embroidery set-up costs.
Screen print vs DTG vs embroidery for merch
Screen printing is the classic merch choice: bold colour, low per-unit cost at quantity, great on cotton. DTG works for detailed photo artwork and small runs. Embroidery suits caps, chest logos and premium items.
Your artwork format matters: vector files for screen printing, high-res raster for DTG, and clean vector for embroidery. Confirm placement and print size on the sample before bulk.
Planning for tours and launches
Work backwards from the tour date: sample approval, bulk production, shipping and customs all need time. A first merch order typically needs 5-8 weeks from specification to doorstep; reorders are faster.
Order enough to cover the tour window plus online sales — running out mid-tour means paying rush production or air freight, which erases the margin.
Quality and consistency
A consistent fit and fabric across drops builds the brand. Keep the approved spec for reorders: same fabric, same grading, same labels — production then starts faster and looks identical.
Ask for an inspection report per run, especially on measurements, print placement and colour, so drops stay consistent even with different quantities.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start with a small quantity? Yes — starting quantities can be discussed from 50 units per style. What decoration works best for merch? Screen printing for bold colour, DTG for photo art, embroidery for caps and logos. Can merch be reordered? Yes, and reorders are faster and more consistent. How fast is sampling? Sample development is typically targeted within 15 days.
Sources and verification
MOQ, sampling and capacity figures reflect SHENGDE planning ranges published on shengdeclothing.com (2026). Individual programs are confirmed after specification review.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start with a small quantity?
Yes — starting quantities can be discussed from 50 units per style where fabric, colour and decoration requirements allow it.
What decoration works best for merch?
Screen printing for bold colour, DTG for photo art, embroidery for caps and logos.
Can merch be reordered?
Yes — approved patterns and labels make reorders faster and more consistent.
How fast is sampling?
Sample development is typically targeted within 15 days.
Do you ship worldwide?
Yes — DDP and DDU delivery options can be discussed based on destination and shipment size.