Custom sunglasses, answered
Everything you need to know about ordering custom sunglasses from LumiShades — MOQ, samples, lead times, lenses, compliance, shipping and payment.
MOQ & Ordering
What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Our standard MOQ is 50 pairs per style and colorway. Some fully custom acetate molds may carry a higher minimum, which we'll confirm in your quote.
Can I order a mix of styles to reach the MOQ?
The 50-pair MOQ applies per style and colorway. You can run several styles in one order, each meeting its own minimum, and we consolidate them into a single shipment.
Do you work with first-time importers?
Yes — a large share of our clients are first-time buyers. Your project manager guides you through specs, sampling, compliance and logistics in plain English.
Samples
Do you offer samples before bulk production?
Yes. We produce a physical pre-production sample for your approval before any bulk run. Sample lead time is typically 7-10 days.
How much do samples cost?
Sample fees depend on complexity and tooling. Sample and mold charges are commonly credited back against your bulk order once it is placed.
Lead Time
What is your production lead time?
Bulk production is typically 25-35 days after sample approval, depending on quantity, frame material and decoration. Reorders are usually faster because tooling and specs are archived.
How fast do you reply to inquiries?
We reply to every inquiry within 12 hours, and provide a full quotation plus a digital mock-up within 24 hours.
Customization
What can I customize on my sunglasses?
Frame shape, material, color (Pantone match), lens tint and technology, temples and temple tips, hinges, plus branding via laser engraving, pad printing, metal logo plates and fully custom packaging.
Can you match a specific Pantone color?
Yes. We Pantone-match both injected frame colors and acetate, and archive the formula so your color is consistent across reorders.
What frame materials do you offer?
Cellulose acetate, TR90 nylon, metal alloy (Monel, stainless, titanium), polycarbonate, plant-based bio-acetate, and wood/bamboo.
Can you provide custom packaging?
Yes. We produce custom cases, microfiber pouches, cleaning cloths, hang tags and retail boxes printed with your branding.
Will you protect my designs and brand?
Yes. We sign NDAs, silo your tooling and designs per client, and never share or resell your artwork. Your IP stays yours.
Lenses
What lens technologies are available?
UV400 protection is standard on every lens. We also offer polarized (TAC), gradient tint, mirror/REVO, photochromic, blue-light filtering, and anti-reflective and hard coatings.
Are your lenses UV400 by default?
Yes. Every lens we produce blocks 100% of UVA and UVB up to 400 nm, and is verified by spectrophotometer testing.
Compliance & Standards
Which compliance certifications do you provide?
CE EN ISO 12312-1, FDA registration (US), ANSI Z80.3, AS/NZS 1067, REACH compliance, ISO 9001 and BSCI audit. We supply the test reports your market requires.
Can you produce sunglasses compliant for the US, EU or Australia?
Yes. Tell us your destination market and we'll confirm and supply the exact certifications — FDA for the US, CE EN ISO 12312-1 for the EU, AS/NZS 1067 for Australia and New Zealand.
Do you allow third-party inspection?
Absolutely. We welcome SGS, BV, QIMA and other third-party inspectors at no surcharge, and provide our own AQL 2.5 photo QC report on every shipment.
Shipping & Payment
What shipping methods and Incoterms do you support?
We ship by sea, air and express courier, and support FOB, CIF and DDP. We can manage door-to-door logistics to most countries.
How long does shipping take?
Express courier is typically 3-7 days; air freight 5-10 days; sea freight 20-40 days depending on destination port. We'll advise the best option for your timeline and budget.
What payment terms do you accept?
Standard terms are 30% deposit with the balance before shipment. We accept T/T bank transfer, and other terms such as L/C can be arranged for larger orders.
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