Minimum order quantities, or MOQs, are one of the most misunderstood parts of working with a knitwear manufacturer. For many small and medium sized brands, MOQs can feel like an unnecessary barrier. But in reality, they are a practical, often essential part of how responsible factories operate. What an MOQ Actually Represents At its core, an MOQ is not a random number. It reflects the minimum level at which production becomes viable: financially, technically, and logistically