How Small Hat Brands Launch Big with JoinTop’s Low MOQ Production

You don’t need a massive budget or warehouse to start a hat brand—just a clear vision and a partner who actually works with manageable order sizes. That’s where we come in.

Why Most Hat Startups Hit a Wall

You’ve got ideas. Maybe even a growing audience. But as soon as you start contacting factories, they hit you with:

Minimum order: 500+ units
High setup fees
No reply unless you’re placing a large order

Most manufacturers are built for bulk. But what if you want to start with just 100 units per style to test the market, build momentum, or run a seasonal drop?

That’s exactly the gap JoinTop was built to fill.

Our Story: JoinTop Was Built for Brands Like Yours

JoinTop started in Dongguan, China, as a manufacturer serving established global brands. Over time, we saw more and more small creators reaching out—passionate, creative, but blocked by high MOQs and lack of support.

We listened.

Today, we operate our own hat factories in China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh, offering low-MOQ manufacturing from 100 units—specifically for small brands. No agents. No outsourcing. Just direct, flexible production.

What Does “Low MOQ” Actually Mean?

With JoinTop, you can start with just 100 units per style. That’s enough for:

Pre-orders
Small batch collections
Seasonal drops
Kickstarter campaigns
Wholesale sampling

You don’t need to overcommit. You just need the right partner to get started.

What Styles of Hats Can You Customize?

We produce all major headwear types:

Snapbacks
Dad hats
Trucker hats
Bucket hats
5-panel and 6-panel caps
Performance and flex-fit styles

We also offer custom materials like mesh backs, suede brims, underbrim printing, and more. If you’ve got a sketch or reference photo, we’ll help you turn it into production specs.

Step-by-Step: How Our Hat Production Process Works

1. Send us your idea or design files
2. We create a physical sample in 7–10 days
3. You approve the sample or request edits
4. Full production begins (2–4 weeks)
5. Final inspection, private labeling, and packaging
6. We ship via air or sea, depending on your timeline and budget

You’ll work with a dedicated project manager throughout the process.

What You Need to Get Started

Your logo file (AI, PSD, or high-res PNG)
Hat type and reference images
Estimated order quantity
Labeling and packaging preferences
Don’t have a tech pack? No problem—we’ll help you build one.

How Much Does It Cost to Manufacture Custom Hats?

Cost depends on quantity, customization, and material.

Optional extras:
Woven labels
Satin inner tags
Custom packaging
Embroidery in multiple locations

We’re transparent with pricing, and we’ll send you a full quote before production begins.

Private Label and Branding: What’s Possible

Even with small orders, we offer full private label services:

Custom woven or printed labels
Inner tags with your brand info
3D embroidery or patches
Retail-ready packaging

If you want your hats to feel like real products—not just merch—we can help make that happen.

How to Vet a Hat Manufacturer Before You Commit

Look for factories that:

Own their production lines (not just trading companies)
Respond quickly and clearly
Have experience with small U.S. brands
Offer actual samples before bulk orders
Can provide full private labeling

Ask about everything: sample costs, lead time, payment terms, labeling options, shipping methods. A good supplier will answer confidently.

What Makes JoinTop Different

Low MOQ starting at 100 units
In-house factories (no middlemen)
7–10 day sample turnaround
Fast communication with U.S.-based clients
Support from first-time idea to full production

We work like a partner, not just a vendor.

Ready to Launch Your Hat Brand?

You can start small, test your product, and build your brand without taking on huge financial risk. We’ll guide you through every step.
Ask us a question
Or get a custom quote within 24 hours

We built this for brands like yours.

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