Custom Plush Toy Manufacturing
Make My Toy manufactures custom plush toys (sometimes known as stuffed animals or stuffed toys) for clients worldwide. Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for plush toys is currently 750 pieces.
The Plush Toy Manufacturing Process
Prototyping
Based on the information and imagery that you provide, a sample prototype is produced for a small fee. Changes are made until you are satisfied with and approve the design, all at no additional charge and without any obligation to place an order. Once the prototype looks good in photos, we send the sample to you so you are able to give a “hands-on” approval of the final design. If you decide to proceed with production, a portion of the sample fee is refunded as a credit towards the manufacturing order. If you decide you are not ready to proceed with production, then the sample is still yours to keep. For details on the manufacturing credit, please visit our FAQ page.
Manufacturing
Typical mass production times at the factories we use are 35-45 days after design approval is received. Manufacturing times will vary depending on the quantity, complexity of the toy, and the factory’s workload. We will provide a more accurate estimate once the sample is completed to your approval and you are ready to proceed with production. Once production is completed, delivery times via ocean are typically 30-50 days, while air freight times can vary from 2 to 15 days, depending on the freight carrier. Rush orders are available for select designs at an additional fee.
Toy Manufacturing Costs
The pricing of each manufactured toy varies depending on the particular design, size, and quantity. In addition, materials and production costs fluctuate over time. Our quotes include the expected manufacturing costs on a per-piece basis for the given quantity. Often, the estimate will include the costs for safety certifications required by your country in the per-piece cost. If that isn’t the case, we will let you know if we have to quote the certification testing fees as a separate line item. Once you approve your sample prototype, we will provide you with a firm quote for manufacturing, valid for a fixed period of at least 30 days. Calculating shipping weights and volumes prior to manufacturing isn’t exact, but we can provide a rough estimate of your final costs for the toys as they will be delivered to your door or loading dock, if you provide us with your postal code and country of delivery. When it is time to ship your completed order, we will provide a firm quote based on the actual measured weights and cubic volume of the shipment. We never mark up shipping costs and will seek the best pricing based on your location and the required speed of delivery. You are also free to arrange your own shipping if you prefer.