Korean Cosmetics OEM Data: MOQ, Lead Time, Quotation
First-party figures from DIO on Korean cosmetics OEM: minimum order quantities by formulation, development lead time by stage, and what makes up a quotation.
What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Korean cosmetics OEM?
The minimum order quantity for Korean cosmetics OEM ranges from 100 units to 100,000 sheets depending on the formulation. What sets the floor is not the formula but the minimum purchase quantity of packaging components such as bottles, tubes, and sheet film.
Basis: As of September 2026, based on DIO field experience · Updated 2026-09-21
How long does Korean cosmetics OEM development take?
Korean cosmetics OEM takes 1 to 4 weeks per stage from brief confirmation to full production, and packaging design runs in parallel with formula sampling to shorten the overall timeline.
Basis: As of September 2026, based on DIO field experience · Updated 2026-09-21
What makes up a Korean cosmetics OEM quotation?
In a Korean cosmetics OEM quotation, the largest item is the formula (raw materials and manufacturing), followed by the container and packaging components, while the carton, label, and printing are a small share. Design and development is a separate line item, usually around KRW 300,000 per project.
Basis: As of September 2026, based on DIO field experience · Updated 2026-09-21