Before you order crystal chandeliers from a factory in China, three questions decide your schedule and budget: the crystal chandelier MOQ (how many you must order), whether you need a sample, and how long production takes. Here’s how they work at JFM Lighting, based on making chandeliers in Guzhen since 2008.
Quick answers
- Bespoke
- From a single piece for large custom fixtures
- Wholesale
- Usually 5 or 10 pieces, depending on the model; models can be mixed
- Samples
- 15–30 days, depending on the production schedule
- Production
- About 25 days up to 1.8 m · 30–45 days for larger or custom fixtures
- Payment
- 30% T/T deposit to start, 70% before shipment
Part 1 Crystal Chandelier MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity)
There is no single crystal chandelier MOQ. Instead, it depends on what you are buying.
| Order type | Minimum | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Large bespoke / project fixtures | 1 piece | Each fixture is engineered and assembled individually, so making one is as practical as making ten. |
| Catalogue models, wholesale | 5 or 10 pcs | Regular models are produced in batches; the minimum keeps the unit price competitive. It varies by model. |
Not sure which applies? Browse our crystal chandelier range, then send your model list and we’ll confirm the minimum for each item. In addition, different models can be combined to reach the wholesale minimum.
Pricing. Decorative chandeliers don’t follow a fixed tiered price list. Project prices depend on design, size, crystal choice and quantity, so send your list for an exact quotation.
Part 2 Samples
In general, a sample is worth it when appearance must be approved — a finish colour for a hotel group, a new crystal cut, or a first order with a new supplier.
15–30 days
Depending on the production schedule at the time of your order.
Video call
See the finished sample live — the quickest way to approve finish, crystal and proportions.
Showroom visit
Compare finishes and crystals side by side at our showroom in Guzhen, Zhongshan.
Part 3 Crystal Chandelier Lead Times
Lead time starts when the deposit is received and the drawing is approved — not when you first send an inquiry.
| Fixture | Typical production time |
|---|---|
| Regular chandeliers up to 1.8 m | ≈ 25 days |
| Large regular chandeliers over 1.8 m | ≈ 30–45 days |
| Wall brackets / sconces | ≈ 35 days |
| Custom or modified designs | ≈ 30–45 days |
| Large custom project fixtures | ≈ 45 days |
These are production times only. Packing, transport to the port and freight to your destination come on top, so ask us for an estimate for your route. For large hotel orders, see how we handled hotel chandelier projects.
How a custom order runs
- Brief
- Drawing & quote
- Sample 15–30 d
- 30% deposit
- Production 30–45 d
- Inspection & packing
- 70% balance
- Shipment
Part 4 What Delays Chandelier Orders — and How to Avoid Them
- Late design changes. Changing size or tiers after production starts means new frame parts. Therefore, check the drawing carefully, especially the overall drop height.
- Unclear finish. “Gold” can mean many shades, so approve the finish on a sample or by video before production.
- Missing electrical details. Tell us your destination country at the start, so lamp holders, wiring and plugs are matched with certified parts — for example CE for Europe, UL for North America, BIS for India, EAC for Russia and Kazakhstan, or SASO for Saudi Arabia.
- Chinese New Year. Factories and suppliers across China close for several weeks around the holiday, and orders queue up before and after it. If you need goods early in the year, place your order well before the holiday.
Part 5 Payment, Packing and After-Sales
- Payment: T/T only — 30% deposit, 70% before shipment. We don’t offer L/C or DDP. Goods are released once the balance is confirmed.
- Packing: blister packaging sealed with a hot-melt film press, cushioning crystal and frame parts for sea freight.
- Spares: every shipment includes 3–5% extra crystals.
- Warranty: 2–5 years. If anything is missing on site, we send replacements free of charge.
Planning a Project?
Send us your list — model numbers or drawings, quantities and target delivery date — and we’ll confirm the crystal chandelier MOQ for each model, sample options and a production schedule. See also our quote checklist, custom crystal chandeliers and general Часто задаваемые вопросы.
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What is the MOQ for crystal chandeliers?
Large bespoke fixtures can be ordered as a single piece. Catalogue models bought wholesale usually have a minimum of 5 or 10 pieces, depending on the model, and different models can be mixed to reach it.
How long does it take to produce a crystal chandelier?
About 25 days for regular chandeliers up to 1.8 m and 30–45 days for larger or custom fixtures, counted from deposit and drawing approval.
How long does a sample take?
15–30 days, depending on the production schedule. We can show you the finished sample by video call, or you can see it at our showroom in Guzhen.
What payment terms do you accept?
T/T: 30% deposit to start production and 70% before shipment. We don’t accept L/C or DDP.
Does lead time include shipping?
No. Production time is counted until the goods are packed. Freight time depends on your destination port and shipping method.