Glossary

SKU

What a SKU is in product manufacturing, why SKU count affects cost and MOQs, and how to brief factories on variants.

What it is

A SKU (stock keeping unit) is a distinct sellable variant — often defined by size, colour, configuration, or pack. Each SKU can carry its own materials, artwork, and inventory.

Manufacturing impact

More SKUs usually means more changeovers, more artwork, and higher effective MOQs. If you can launch with fewer variants, early production often gets simpler and cheaper.

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