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First-time tissue jumbo roll buyers usually ask the same four questions before they feel comfortable placing an order: What is the minimum order quantity? How long will it take? Can I see a sample first? And how do I pay safely? This guide answers all four with typical HUAXIN terms, plus how to mix grades in one container and how to protect a first order. The short version: HUAXIN normally works by full container — a 20-foot container holds roughly 12–13 tonnes (about 26 reels at roughly 500 kg each) and a 40-foot high-cube holds more; production typically takes a few weeks; small samples are available before ordering; and the standard payment is T/T with a 30% deposit and 70% balance before shipment. Use these numbers to plan your first purchase and your cash flow.
Question | Typical HUAXIN term |
|---|---|
Minimum order (MOQ) | Full container; about 12–13 tonnes in a 20 ft container (roughly 26 reels), more in a 40 HQ; a common production minimum is around 20 tonnes per grade/specification |
Production lead time | Typically about 2–4 weeks after deposit, depending on order size and the production schedule |
Sample | Small sample sheets or a small roll available; courier cost is usually borne by the buyer; trial/ machine-test reels are quoted separately |
Payment | T/T 30% deposit + 70% balance before shipment (or against B/L copy); L/C for large orders; PayPal/Western Union for small samples |
Trade terms | FOB, CFR, CIF or EXW; your choice of Incoterm |
These are typical terms rather than fixed rules and can move with the order and current schedule, so confirm them in writing on the proforma invoice. For the price side, see the tissue jumbo roll price per ton and cost breakdown guide.
Tissue parent rolls are bulky and low in value per cubic metre, so they are produced and shipped most efficiently by the container. The practical minimums are:
20-foot container (20 GP): roughly 12–13 tonnes, commonly about 26 reels at around 500 kg each — the exact count depends on reel width, diameter and how the reels are loaded.
40-foot high-cube (40 HQ): more tonnage and more reels; the best value per tonne for larger orders.
Per-grade minimum: a common production minimum is around 20 tonnes for one specific grade/specification, because each change of width or GSM means a machine setup.
If you cannot yet take a full container, tell the sales team your target tonnage and machine width: smaller orders are sometimes possible from stock or pre-slit reels, and a first trial order can be planned before scaling up. The full loading math is in the how many tissue jumbo rolls fit in a container guide.
Plan around two stages, and add buffer for your first order:
Production: typically about 2–4 weeks after the deposit is confirmed. Standard grades in common widths are faster; custom widths, special furnish or very large orders may take longer.
Sea transit: varies by destination — roughly one to two weeks to nearby Asian and some Middle East ports, and several weeks to Africa, Europe or the Americas. Your sales contact can give a current sailing estimate.
Documents and customs: allow a few extra days at your end for clearance; the documents needed are listed in the China import Incoterms, documents and customs guide.
Under CIF or CFR the supplier arranges the main carriage; under FOB you book the vessel (often via your nominated forwarder); under EXW you collect from the mill. Choose the Incoterm that matches how you already handle imports.
A sample is the safest way to confirm softness, strength, brightness and furnish before committing to a container. The usual process is:
Small sample sheets or a small roll of the grade you are considering, sent by international courier (DHL/FedEx/UPS). The sample itself is often supplied at low or no cost; the courier freight is normally paid by the buyer or sent freight collect.
Test against your needs: run the sheet on your converting machine or check tensile, hand feel and dusting for the intended product.
Trial / machine-test reels: if you need a larger reel to set up a production line, these are quoted separately and can often be credited toward a later full order.
Check the sample against the same criteria you would use on the bulk shipment; the tissue jumbo roll quality inspection checklist gives a step-by-step method.
B2B tissue orders use standard, traceable trade payment methods:
T/T (telegraphic transfer) — most common: 30% deposit to confirm and start production, 70% balance before shipment or against a copy of the bill of lading. Always pay to the company bank account shown on the supplier's proforma invoice, never to a personal account.
L/C (letter of credit): used for large-value orders and by buyers who require bank-backed terms; confirm the required documents with your bank.
PayPal / Western Union: mainly for small samples or very small trial orders, not full containers.
Simple protections for a first order: verify the supplier's company registration and website, use the company's official bank details, agree the specifications and tolerance in writing, and keep the proforma invoice and sales contract. For quality, you can also arrange a pre-shipment inspection or ask for loading photos and videos.
Yes, in most cases. A single container can combine toilet, facial, napkin, kitchen and hand towel parent rolls, and different widths or GSM, which helps buyers who run several product lines. The conditions are:
Each individual specification should meet its per-grade production minimum (custom widths and GSM each require a setup).
Sticking to common widths and the standard 76 mm (3 inch) core makes mixing and loading easier.
Your sales contact will confirm the reel counts and the total weight so the load stays within the container and road-weight limits.
All reels are supplied on the same platform — widths 200–2850 mm, basis weight 11–42 GSM, diameter up to 1150 mm; see the tissue jumbo roll sizes and core size guide for the standard format.
Q: What is the MOQ for tissue paper jumbo rolls?
A: HUAXIN normally works by full container — about 12–13 tonnes in a 20 ft container (roughly 26 reels) and more in a 40 HQ; a common per-grade production minimum is around 20 tonnes. Smaller trial orders can sometimes be arranged from stock.
Q: Do I have to order a full container?
A: It is the most efficient and common way, but not always mandatory. If you need a smaller first order, give the sales team your tonnage and machine width and they will check stock or pre-slit reels.
Q: How long does production take?
A: Typically about 2–4 weeks after deposit, depending on order size, custom specifications and the current schedule; then add sea transit to your port.
Q: Can I get a sample before ordering?
A: Yes. Small sample sheets or a small roll are sent by courier, usually with the freight paid by the buyer; larger machine-test reels are quoted separately.
Q: What payment terms do you accept?
A: T/T 30% deposit and 70% balance before shipment is standard; L/C for large orders; PayPal or Western Union for small samples. Always pay to the company bank account on the proforma invoice.
Q: Can I mix toilet, facial, napkin and kitchen rolls in one container?
A: Yes, subject to each specification meeting its production minimum and the total load staying within the container weight limit; your sales contact will confirm the reel counts and loading plan.
Ready to plan your first container? HUAXIN Global manufactures tissue parent rolls from 11 to 42 GSM and 200 to 2850 mm wide on a standard 76 mm core, with ISO 9001 and FSC-aligned production. Contact our team with your product, target width, GSM and tonnage, and we will send the current price, a proforma invoice, a sample and a loading plan for your port, or browse the toilet paper jumbo rolls, facial, napkin, kitchen and hand towel categories.
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