FAQ's
Clear Answers Before You Get Started
Every custom manufacturing project is different. Below are answers to the questions we hear most often from brands exploring fully custom apparel, merchandise, and product production with Barcela.
If you don’t see your question here, our team is happy to walk through details during an inquiry or consultation.
What can you actually source or produce?
With over 25 years of experience—from simple corporate gifts to high-end fashion, accessories, and niche products—we can manufacture items for your company from scratch or take over your existing procurement needs for your apparel/accessories brand, managing sourcing, development, production, and delivery end-to-end.
Do you offer print-on-demand services?
What are your minimum order quantities (MOQs)?
We don’t have fixed MOQs like a traditional wholesaler. Since nearly everything we produce is custom, the “minimum” is mainly determined by what your specific project requires to be manufactured correctly and cost-effectively. USE THIS
How is pricing determined?
Our pricing is built from the real cost to design, produce, quality-check, and deliver your items—then optimized based on the options you choose (materials, printing, packaging, shipping speed, etc.). Because every project is different, we quote each order based on the specs and service level required.
What does the typical timeline look like?
Most projects take 4–10 weeks from approved specs to delivery. Simple items can be 2–4 weeks, while fully custom programs may take 8–14+ weeks depending on sampling, production complexity, and shipping method.
How custom can my product be?
Very custom—everything from colors, fabrics/materials, trims, fit, and construction to branding methods (print/embroidery/patches), labels/hangtags, and fully custom packaging or kitting. We’ll guide you to the best options based on your budget, quantity, and timeline.
How do you ensure quality and ethical sourcing?
We work with vetted manufacturing partners and use clear specs, pre-production approvals, and QC checkpoints during production. When needed, we arrange third-party inspections and can support compliance documentation (materials, testing, and social/ethical standards) based on your requirements and destination market.
Do you handle international logistics?
Yes—we handle everything end-to-end. From DDP express door-to-door deliveries to more complex corporate shipping solutions like air freight, LCL/FCL, and consolidated (groupage) container programs for brands with multiple SKUs, destinations, or recurring shipments.
Do you support Amazon FBA?
Yes. From product development and sourcing to packaging, labeling, and shipping, we can deliver directly to your designated Amazon FBA fulfillment center with everything prepared to meet FBA requirements—so you can stay focused on growing your Amazon business without the hassle.
What do you need from us to get started?
Just the basics: product idea (or reference), quantities, target budget, destination, timeline, and your logo/artwork (if available). If you don’t have final specs yet, we can help define materials, branding, packaging, and the best production plan