Hengdian (HD) Jewelry Christmas Order Cut-Off: Countdown to Pre-Holiday Delivery
Why the Christmas Window Closes Earlier Than You Think
Christmas is the busiest selling period for jewelry retailers, and it is also the tightest on factory capacity. At Hengdian (HD) Jewelry our spot-production window runs at full capacity from September through November, with spot orders shipping in 3-5 days. But shipping in 3-5 days is only the production step. International freight from our Guangzhou warehouse, customs clearance, and your own local distribution all sit after that. If you want stock on the shelf before December 25, the order has to leave our warehouse well ahead of the holiday rush.
Reverse Countdown: Work Back from December 25
Use this simple countdown to find your real deadline. Start from the day you need stock in hand and subtract each stage:
- Retail and last-mile buffer: 3-7 days before Christmas for shelf stocking and photography.
- Local customs and last-mile freight: varies by market - confirm the exact transit window with your forwarder or our team.
- International freight from Guangzhou: lead time depends on destination and carrier; we ship from our warehouse, there is no overseas warehouse.
- Production: spot orders 3-5 days in peak season (September-November); HAI-coded items start at 36 pieces per style.
Recommended Cut-Off Dates by Order Type
| Order type | MOQ | Suggested last order |
|---|---|---|
| Spot wholesale (ready styles) | 6-12 pieces per style, no mixed batch | Mid-November at the latest |
| HAI-coded styles | 36 pieces per style minimum | Early-to-mid November |
| Custom plating (18K over brass) | 120 pieces per style, tooling fee below threshold | Already 2 months ahead - see our custom-order plan |
These are planning guidelines, not guarantees. Every order is confirmed against real capacity, and final timing is agreed with you per order.
What Changes After the Cut-Off
From December into January our spot lead time extends to 7-10 days as capacity tightens, and custom electroplating orders close for the season around the Lunar New Year period. Ordering earlier protects both your delivery date and your unit cost - early batches get first pick of styles and stable pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix different designs in one order?
No. We do not mix batches - each style is produced and shipped as its own order line at its MOQ (6-12 pieces for spot, 36 for HAI-coded). This keeps QC and packing clean.
Do you offer free samples before a bulk order?
Yes. We provide 5-7 free samples per request, with freight collected. Samples let you verify plating (18K, 0.1-0.3 micrometer over brass) and finishing before committing volume.
What packaging is included?
Standard shipping is in OPP bags. We do not operate an overseas warehouse, so all goods are dispatched from our Guangzhou facility.
Start Your Christmas Order
Send your shortlist and target quantities through our inquiry form, and we will confirm the exact cut-off and production slot for your market.
