MOQ, EXW vs DDP & Lead Times: Importing Dining Chairs from China (2026)

Published by JIANGPIN · Dining chair manufacturer in Foshan, China

China remains the world's largest source of furniture, and Foshan is its dining-chair hub. If you are importing for the first time, here are the terms and steps that matter.

MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity)

MOQ varies by model. At JIANGPIN, popular dining chairs start at 2–10 pieces, so you can test the market with a small batch before a full container. Mixed-container orders let you combine several models.

EXW vs DDP

EXW (Ex Works) means the price covers goods at our Foshan factory — you arrange and pay for all freight, insurance and import clearance. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means we handle everything to your door, including freight and import duties. EXW gives you the lowest unit cost if you have your own freight forwarder; DDP is simplest for first-time buyers who want a single all-in price.

Lead time

Typical production is 15–25 days after sample approval. Custom colors, fabrics or logos add time. Plan for another 25–40 days of ocean transit depending on destination (Africa, North America or Western Europe).

Container loading

A 40ft container holds several hundred dining chairs depending on whether they are knock-down (flat-packed) or assembled. Knock-down chairs reduce freight and are standard for our models.

Choosing a verified manufacturer

Work with a SGS-verified, onsite-audited supplier with a track record — JIANGPIN is a 2-year Alibaba Gold Supplier with a 4.6/5 rating and 98.5% on-time shipment. Always request a sample before mass production.

Next steps

Pick models from our catalog, then request a quote with quantity and destination. We reply within 2 hours with EXW / DDP pricing.

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