Who This Guide Is For
This guide is for US boutique owners and small modest-fashion brands sourcing bulk scarves and hijabs from an overseas supplier. It covers minimum order quantities, US shipping timelines, labeling compliance, and the stock-versus-custom trade-off — so you can place a first order that lands in selling season without tying up cash in dead stock.
Key Takeaways
- MOQ starts at 10 pcs per design — you can mix multiple designs in one shipment to build a balanced first buy without committing to a warehouse of one style.
- US delivery is typically 7–14 days by express courier from a Yiwu factory; sea freight is cheaper per kilo but measured in weeks, not days.
- US import classification: woven scarves fall under HS 6214 and knitted headscarves under HS 6117.10. The exact duty depends on fiber and classification — verify with your customs broker’s current rate rather than assuming a fixed percentage.
- Private labeling is available from low MOQ (woven label, care tag, polybag, gift box), but pre-production sample approval protects you from costly re-runs.
What Is a “Bulk Modest Scarf Supplier” and Why Does It Matter for US Buyers?
Direct answer: A bulk modest scarf supplier is a factory or wholesale distributor that sells scarves and hijabs in wholesale quantities with consistent fabric, labeling, and re-order reliability — not a single-piece retailer. For a US boutique, the difference shows up in three places: unit cost, MOQ flexibility, and whether the same style is still available when you reorder six weeks later.
Modest fashion buyers specifically need a partner who understands hijab-length drapes, opaque-versus-sheer expectations, and compliant fiber-content labels for the US market. A general scarf seller may list “hijab” as a tag without the fabric weight or length that modest-wear customers actually expect. The right supplier treats modest scarves as a category, not a filter.
At XY Fashion we stock both ready-made styles and run custom prints, with the same factory re-ordering the same colorways season after season.
How Much Does Bulk Modest Scarf Sourcing Typically Cost?
Direct answer: Wholesale unit cost usually runs well below US retail — roughly a third to a half of a comparable boutique price point — and moves lower as MOQ and fabric simplicity rise. We do not publish fixed numbers because the figure shifts with silk content, print method, and finishing; the table below shows the cost curve by tier instead.
| Tier | MOQ | Unit-cost level | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sample / test | 10 pcs | Highest | New boutiques testing 3–5 designs |
| Regular reorder | 100–500 pcs | Mid | Established shops with sell-through data |
| Volume / chain | 1,000+ pcs | Lowest | Multi-location or marketplace sellers |
Mixing designs within a tier lets a 100-pcs first order cover ten styles at 10 pcs each — the most common way US boutiques keep assortment wide while keeping risk low.
How Long Does Shipping to the US Take? (Lead Time Breakdown)
Direct answer: For in-stock styles, express courier delivery to a US address is 7–14 days; custom print adds sampling and production time before that window starts. The full timeline looks like this:
- Sampling & approval: 5–7 days for custom prints (skip this for in-stock designs).
- Production: 10–20 days depending on quantity and finishing.
- QC & packing: 2–3 days, including fiber-content label check.
- Express to US: 7–14 days door-to-door via couriers such as 4PX / DHL / FedEx.
Sea freight can cut per-kilo cost sharply but adds 4–6 weeks and a port-to-door leg, so it only pays off above roughly 300–500 pcs per shipment.
Can I Private Label Modest Scarves at Low MOQ?
Direct answer: Yes. Private labeling is available from 10 pcs per design: your own woven label, care tag, polybag, and optional gift box, plus custom print or OEM/ODM when you supply artwork. The constraint is lead time — custom print moves you out of the 7–14 day in-stock window into the sampling-plus-production schedule above.
For a first branded drop, most US boutiques start with in-stock styles plus a custom woven label (fast, low risk), then graduate to full custom print once they have sell-through proof. See our private-label scarf supplier page for the full touchpoint list.
What Trips Up First-Time US Importers?
Direct answer: The three repeat mistakes are wrong fiber labeling, wrong HS classification, and assuming a flat duty rate. US FTC rules require an accurate fiber-content label (e.g. “100% Silk”, not “silk blend” when it is pure), and that same accuracy drives customs classification — woven scarves under HS 6214, knitted headscarves under HS 6117.10. Because duty depends on both fiber and classification, confirm the rate with your broker’s current schedule rather than a remembered percentage; the rate you were quoted last year may not match this shipment.
A second trap: ordering one style deep instead of several styles shallow. Modest-wear customers buy by color and length, so a 100-pcs order of ten 10-pc styles sells faster than 100 pcs of one print.
About the Supplier
XY Fashion (Yiwu Miyu Apparel Co., Ltd.) — a Yiwu, China source factory for scarves, hijabs, and head wraps with B2B wholesale and OEM/ODM. MOQ starts at 10 pcs per design, supports custom print and private labeling, and ships worldwide by express in 7–14 days. For a quote, pattern book, or sample, email mike@xy-fashion.com or message WhatsApp +86 153 8174 1977.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for wholesale scarves?
MOQ starts at 10 pcs per design. Buyers can mix multiple designs in one shipment, so a first order can test several styles without a warehouse commitment.
How long does shipping from China to the US take?
In-stock styles reach a US address in 7–14 days by express courier. Custom-print orders add sampling and production time before shipping.
What HS code do scarves use for US import?
Woven scarves are generally classified under HS 6214 and knitted headscarves under HS 6117.10. The applicable duty depends on fiber content and exact classification, so confirm the current rate with your customs broker.
Can I add my own label at 10 pcs?
Yes. Private labeling with a woven label, care tag, and polybag is available from 10 pcs per design; custom print and gift box are optional add-ons.
Wholesale & bulk orders
XY Fashion is a scarf manufacturer supplying wholesalers, boutiques and brands worldwide. Explore our wholesale programs: