MOQ Calculator

Estimate the minimum order quantity for your first supplement production run. Adjust dosage form, ingredient complexity, and packaging type to see typical industry MOQ ranges for both private label and custom formulation.

Dosage form

Lowest MOQ among all dosage forms. Standard two-piece capsules (gelatin or HPMC) use common equipment. Some manufacturers accept 500 bottles for stock formulas. Custom formulation typically starts at 1,500-2,500 bottles.

Ingredient complexity

Simple (1-5 common ingredients)

Single-ingredient supplements (vitamin D, fish oil), basic multivitamins, standard mineral blends

Moderate (6-12 ingredients or specialty sourcing)

Multi-herb formulas, adaptogen blends, pre-workout stacks, greens powders

Complex (13+ ingredients or patented/branded)

Proprietary blends with branded ingredients (KSM-66, Cognizin), multi-probiotic strains, complex herbal formulas

Packaging type

Standard bottle + cap

Most common. HDPE or PET bottles with standard closures. No additional MOQ impact.

Blister pack / daily dose+2,500 bottles minimum

Unit-dose blister cards or daily packs. Requires blister packaging equipment. Minimum runs typically 2,500+ units above base MOQ.

Custom mold bottle+10,000 bottles minimum

Custom bottle shape requires tooling investment. Mold cost is one-time but amortized over a large first run. Only makes economic sense at 10,000+ bottles.

Estimated MOQ Range

Private label (stock formula)

500 – 2,500 bottles

Custom formulation

1,500 – 5,000 bottles

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Manufacturers offering capsules (19)

These are typical industry ranges, not guarantees. Actual MOQs vary by manufacturer, current capacity, ingredient availability, and specifications. Always request a formal quote. Learn more about first production runs.