When it comes to sourcing wholesale leggings, one of the biggest dilemmas for retailers and brands is deciding between Chinese manufacturers and local suppliers. Both have advantages and drawbacks, depending on your business needs. In this guide, we’ll break down the key differences to help you make the best decision—and why Sansansun Sports, a leading leggings manufacturer in China, stands out as a top choice.
*Lower production costs –Chinese manufacturers like Sansansun Sports offer highly competitive pricing due to economies of scale.
* Flexible MOQs –While some require 500-1,000 pieces, trusted suppliers like Sansansun Sports can accommodate smaller trial orders.
*Best for large retailers & e-commerce brands looking for affordable wholesale leggings.
*Smaller order quantities (50-200 pieces), ideal for startups testing the market.
*Higher per-unit cost due to smaller production scales.
Verdict: If you need low-cost bulk leggings wholesale, China wins.
*Wide range of high-performance fabrics –moisture-wicking, compression, seamless, and eco-friendly options.
* SansansunSports uses premium materials with strict quality control for durability and comfort.
*Best for brands wanting technical activewear leggings.
*Easier to check samples in person before bulk orders.
*Some focus on sustainable or handmade production, but fabric choices may be limited.
Verdict: China offers more fabric innovations, but local suppliers may appeal to niche markets.
*Full customization –Colors, prints, waistbands, and branding.
*Sansansun Sports offers private label services, helping brands create unique leggings.
*Perfect for businesses wanting exclusive designs.
*Some allow small custom tweaks, but options are restricted.
Verdict: If you want custom wholesale leggings, China is the best choice.
In China, we cater primarily to bulk buyers with competitive low-cost pricing, offering a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 500+ pieces (flexible). We use high-performance materials to ensure superior product quality and provide full design control for complete customization. However, due to the high level of customization, production lead times are longer, typically taking 6–8 weeks for order fulfillment.
In the local market, we serve small businesses with lower MOQ requirements, usually between 50–200 pieces. Since we work with basic materials, costs are more affordable, but performance and customization options are limited—only minor modifications are supported. However, the advantage of local production is faster turnaround, with orders typically completed and delivered in just 1–3 weeks.
* 15+ years in activewear manufacturing
* Low MOQs with competitive pricing
* Premium fabrics & seamless technology
* Custom OEM/ODM services
* Strict quality control & fast sampling
If you need high-quality, affordable wholesale leggings with customization options, China (especially Sansansun Sports) is the best choice for scalability and innovation. Local suppliers work better for small brands needing fast, low-quantity orders.
Ready to order premium wholesale leggings? Contact SansansunSports today for catalogs & samples!
