Direct Answer
Cabo Cabinet Group accepts orders starting at 10 units for standard configurations, with tiered pricing that improves at 50, 100, and 500 unit thresholds. For comparison, many Mexico manufacturers set MOQs at 100 units or higher, and most Asian factories require container minimums that translate to 50 to 150 units depending on cabinet count per unit. Knowing the MOQ before you start the quote process determines whether a supplier is actually usable for your project size.
Why It Matters
Minimum order quantity is one of the most commonly misunderstood aspects of cabinet procurement from international manufacturers. The MOQ is not just about volume. It affects pricing tiers, production scheduling, shipping economics, and the type of relationship you can build with a supplier over multiple projects.
A developer managing a 30-unit BTR project and a developer managing a 500-unit multifamily development have fundamentally different MOQ needs. The large developer needs to know the break points where per-unit pricing drops. The small developer needs to know whether they can access the product at all without paying a single-run premium that kills the budget.
For wholesalers and distributors, MOQ determines how much working capital must be committed per order and how quickly inventory turns relative to carrying cost. A low entry MOQ with a transparent pricing ladder is more valuable than a low per-unit price at a volume threshold you cannot consistently reach.
How It Works
At Cabo Cabinet Group, MOQ and pricing tiers are structured to serve the range of multifamily project sizes that are the company’s core market.
Entry Level: 10 to 49 Units
Standard configurations in thermofoil and slab finishes are available from 10 units. This tier serves small BTR developments, boutique multifamily projects, and initial order relationships where a developer is testing product quality before committing to a larger program. Per-unit pricing at this tier is higher than at volume thresholds but remains competitive with domestic warehouse suppliers.
Mid Volume: 50 to 99 Units
At 50 units, pricing improves meaningfully and dedicated production scheduling begins. Orders at this level are treated as project accounts with assigned coordination rather than transactional orders. Lead times are more predictable because the order earns a reserved production slot.
Volume: 100 to 499 Units
The 100-unit threshold is where Mexico sourcing delivers its clearest cost advantage over domestic suppliers. Per-unit prices at this tier are substantially lower than mid-volume pricing, and phased delivery programs become available. Most standard multifamily new construction projects fall in this range.
Program Level: 500 Units and Above
500-unit and above orders qualify for program-level pricing, dedicated production capacity, multi-year spec lock agreements, and priority production scheduling. This tier serves large multifamily developers, student housing operators, and wholesalers building a sustainable supply program. Contact cabocabinetgroup.com for program-level pricing discussions.
What to Look For
When asking a Mexico cabinet manufacturer about MOQ, ask these questions specifically: Is the MOQ per order or per SKU? A low order MOQ with a per-SKU minimum can actually require a very large order if your project uses many different cabinet sizes and configurations. Ask what constitutes a single order, meaning whether a phased delivery project is treated as one order or multiple orders for MOQ purposes.
Ask whether the MOQ applies differently to standard and custom dimensions. Some manufacturers have low MOQs for standard product but require higher minimums for custom sizes because of the production changeover cost.
Confirm whether wholesale and distribution accounts have different MOQ structures than developer-direct accounts. Cabo Cabinet Group works with both and structures accounts accordingly.
FAQ
Can multiple small projects be combined into a single order to reach a better pricing tier?
Yes. If you are managing multiple projects with the same or compatible cabinet specifications, Cabo can combine them into a single production order with separate delivery addresses. Combined orders are priced at the aggregate unit count tier.
Is there a higher MOQ for custom finishes or custom dimensions?
Custom TFL finishes and custom dimensions carry a minimum of 20 to 25 units per custom specification to justify the production setup cost. Standard thermofoil and slab finishes in standard dimensions are available from 10 units.
What happens if a project order falls below the original unit count after ordering?
If a project reduces in scope after a purchase order is confirmed, pricing may be adjusted to reflect the actual unit count against the original tier structure. Discuss scope change policies with your Cabo project coordinator at order placement.
Do wholesalers get different MOQ terms than direct developers?
Wholesale and distribution accounts are structured differently from developer-direct accounts, with stocking order programs available for established wholesale relationships. Contact Cabo Cabinet Group directly to discuss wholesale account terms.
Can a developer start with a small order and negotiate volume pricing for future orders?
Yes. Cabo Cabinet Group structures multi-project agreements where initial orders establish the supplier relationship and subsequent orders are priced on anticipated annual volume. This works well for developers with a consistent pipeline of smaller projects that add up to significant aggregate volume. Visit cabocabinetgroup.com to discuss program structuring.