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Sourcing And Order Process

Minimums lead times payment and delivery terms set out plainly so you can budget before you enquire.

We are the original ball manufacturer in China, and other suppliers buy their balls from us. That is why our pricing is competitive against other metal ball and steel sculpture suppliers, and it is also why we would rather point you at the most efficient way to spend your budget than sell you the biggest option.

Price varies with size, thickness and customisation, so there is no fixed price list. Send the size, thickness, material and quantity and you will get a real number.

Step By Step

  1. Minimum order quantity

    Fire pit balls and steel sculptures have no MOQ. Hollow steel balls in standard sizes ship from stock. Brass and copper balls under 200mm have a minimum, for example ∅100mm at 100 pieces. Aluminium balls under 200mm, for example ∅100mm at 200 pieces.

  2. Tooling

    A new stamping press mould for a customised size under ∅250mm is USD 1,000.

  3. Lead time

    Normal orders 1 to 3 days direct from stock. Customised orders 7 to 15 days in production queue order. Steel sculptures 15 to 30 days depending on the design.

  4. Payment terms

    Ocean shipping: normal order 30% T/T deposit, balance against copy of B/L. Customised order 50% T/T deposit, balance against copy of B/L. Express and air: balance before shipping.

  5. Payment methods

    T/T wire transfer and Western Union with no service charge. PayPal with a 4.9% service fee. L/C accepted for large amounts.

  6. Delivery terms

    EXW, FOB, C&F and DDU.

What This Covers

  • Express door to door for samples and small orders via DHL, UPS, FedEx, Aramex or China EMS
  • Bulk air door to airport for medium and urgent orders, around 3 days
  • Sea warehouse to seaport for larger orders, usually 15 to 30 days to your local customs
  • Importer Security Filing 10+2 support for United States clients

Sourcing And Order Process FAQ

Do you have a price list?
No. Price varies with size, thickness and customisation. Send the specification and quantity for a real quotation.
How fast can I get a sample?
Express courier is 3 to 7 days by DHL, UPS, FedEx or Aramex, and 7 to 15 days by China EMS, depending on the country.
Why do you charge a PayPal fee?
PayPal charges 4.9% on the transaction. T/T and Western Union carry no service charge.
What do United States clients need to do before the vessel sails?
Complete the Importer Security Filing 10+2 before the vessel is dispatched.

Start With a Conversation

The cheapest change to a sphere project is the one made before production starts.