Fabric science, sourcing checklists and market data from inside a Chinese tent factory — written for buyers, not for tourists.
The single biggest cost and quality lever on any tent is the fabric. Here is how 210T polyester, ripstop nylon and cotton canvas actually differ — denier, PU coating, hydrostatic head, and which one your market expects.
A first-container buyer's checklist: realistic MOQs, what actually drives lead time, the deposit/payment split that protects you, and which incoterm to pick for your first order.
Air-beam tents carry a premium and a repair story; pole tents carry the volume. We break down the margin, warranty and logistics math behind both so you can decide how much shelf space air deserves.