This article explains pricing tiers and Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) rules on VinaSources and how they apply to product listings and buyer orders.
Understanding these rules helps suppliers set correct pricing and helps buyers place valid orders without errors.
Understanding pricing tiers and MOQ rules allows users to:
Know how product pricing is structured
Understand minimum quantity requirements
Avoid order and checkout issues
Set realistic expectations during sourcing
MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) is the minimum number of units that must be ordered for a product.
MOQ is defined by the supplier in product record
MOQ applies to every order placed for that product
Buyers must meet or exceed the MOQ to proceed with checkout
MOQ is enforced when:
Adding products to the cart
Updating quantities in the cart
Placing an order
Orders below the MOQ cannot be checked out
MOQ rules ensure suppliers receive orders that meet their production or fulfillment requirements.
Pricing tiers define different unit prices based on order quantity.
Pricing tiers are set by the supplier when creating or editing a product, allowing suppliers to:
Offer better pricing for larger quantities
Reflect cost efficiencies at higher volumes
Pricing tiers are visible to buyers on the product detail page.
Each tier includes:
Quantity range
Corresponding unit price
The applicable price is determined by the quantity entered.
MOQ defines the minimum quantity allowed
Pricing tiers define how price changes at higher quantities
The first pricing tier must meet or exceed the MOQ
Buyers cannot select quantities below the MOQ, even if pricing tiers exist
Buyers must select quantities that meet MOQ rules
Unit price is calculated based on the matching pricing tier
Orders that do not meet MOQ cannot proceed
Pricing tiers apply automatically based on quantity
For Suppliers
Set realistic MOQ values based on production capability
Align pricing tiers clearly with quantity breaks
Review pricing before submitting products for approval
For Buyers
Check MOQ before adding products to the cart
Review pricing tiers to optimize order quantity
Use RFQs if custom pricing or quantities are required
No. Orders must meet or exceed the MOQ set for the product.
Yes. Pricing tiers apply automatically based on the selected quantity.
Yes, but significant changes may require product re-approval.
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