Q: Can I order small quantities of custom nylon zippers?
Small quantities of custom nylon zippers are possible, but the cost per piece rises because setup dominates. In practice, a supplier may accept a few hundred pieces per color when the tape is a stock shade and only the length or slider changes; a fully custom tape color or a printed tape usually needs a larger run, often in the low thousands per color. A workable approach is to choose one base tape, one finish and one slider, then vary only the length and the puller. That keeps the chain continuous and the dye lot shared. If the quantity is below the normal minimum, ask for a development or sample order and accept a higher unit price and a longer slot in the schedule. Confirm whether the small order can be repeated at the same price, and whether the tape lot will be held for a future top-up. YCC normally treats such orders as market tests rather than as regular production.