Quick answer: the new wholesale 5-fold UV capsule umbrella gives distributors a compact sun-protection SKU that already sits on a proven platform. It closes to 22 x 7 x 7 cm, weighs roughly 0.35 kg, carries a UPF 50+ black UV coating, and comes in six standard colours. Because the frame, canopy and case already exist, a distributor can add it to a B2B range and repeat the order without new tooling.
This guide covers where the model fits, how to split the colours across channels, and what to confirm before the first bulk order.
Why a compact UV model belongs in a distribution range
Most B2B umbrella ranges lean on folding rain models and long-handle formats. The position that is often missing is the impulse-priced compact that a customer buys for a handbag or a car door, not for a storm.
A five-fold capsule umbrella fills that slot: cheap enough for a gift-with-purchase, small enough to sit beside a till, and still carrying a clear UV story. Compare the compact umbrella range and the sun umbrella range when deciding how many compact positions the catalogue can carry. Our guide to building a B2B umbrella distribution range explains how many models a first launch really needs.
What is new in this model
The wholesale 6-rib 5-fold black UV capsule umbrella is a new addition to the compact range. The specification is deliberately simple so the same unit can serve several channels.
- Format: six-rib five-fold structure that stores inside a small capsule-style case.
- Closed size: 22 x 7 x 7 cm, small enough for handbags, backpacks and travel bags.
- Canopy: pongee fabric with a black UV coating listed at UPF 50+.
- Frame: six fibreglass ribs on a steel centre shaft — lightweight but still supportive.
- Opening: manual open and close, which keeps the mechanism simple and easy to service.
- Weight and packing: roughly 0.35 kg per unit, 60 pieces per carton, fabric sleeve and OPP bag.
Splitting the colour range across channels
The model ships in six standard colours: Mint Blue, Matcha, Yellow, Black, Wine Red and Dark Green. Rather than ordering all six at once, assign colours to the channels you actually sell.
Beauty and gift-with-purchase campaigns usually need two or three lighter tones and a gift-ready sleeve. Fashion e-commerce can justify the full six-colour assortment because the capsule case and coordinated colours become part of the product photography and the listing story. Travel and convenience retail responds best to Black, Dark Green and Wine Red, where the buying decision is functional rather than seasonal.
Confirm the per-colour minimum before the mix is fixed. A six-colour order and a three-colour order at the same total quantity can carry very different minimums and lead times.
Carton data and the real unit cost
At 60 pieces per carton and roughly 0.35 kg per unit, this model is efficient to ship. Compare landed cost rather than the factory unit price, because freight and duty per unit matter as much as the ex-works figure on a compact model.
Packaging changes the position too. A plain OPP bag keeps the unit at a promotional price, while a branded capsule case, woven label and retail carton move the same umbrella into a boutique or e-commerce tier. Decide which of the two you are selling before the quotation, because it changes both the price ladder and the carton.
MOQ, sampling and the first order
Because the platform exists, a first order needs no new tooling. The minimum order quantity still depends on the canopy colour run, the print method, the capsule colour and the packaging, and the finished-goods minimum can differ from the per-colour minimum.
Approve a physical sample before bulk production. Check that the five-fold action closes cleanly, the canopy tucks into the case without forcing, and the logo sits where the artwork intended. Our MOQ and sampling guide sets out how to structure a first order without locking up too much working capital.
Private label and capsule branding
The model supports logo printing, custom canopy colours, custom capsule colours, branded sleeves, woven labels, hang tags and retail packaging for qualified orders. The safest approach is to standardise the frame and canopy specification and vary only what the channel needs.
The capsule case is the detail most buyers underestimate. It is the part a customer sees first in a gift box or on a shelf, so treat it as a branding surface rather than packaging. Compare the available umbrella customization levels before committing to a fully custom build.
Quality checkpoints before shipment
Write the acceptance criteria into the purchase order so the inspection has a reference. For a five-fold model, check the fold action and runner movement, rib recovery, canopy tension and stitching, the handle-to-shaft fitting, print placement, UV coating coverage against the approved standard, capsule case fit, labelling and carton condition.
Agree the payment schedule, lead time, inspection point and shipping term before production begins. The umbrella quality control checklist can be used to build the plan for the first order and every repeat.
Frequently asked questions
Does this capsule umbrella really reach UPF 50+?
The supplied product specification lists UPF 50+ for the black UV-coated pongee canopy. Confirm the rating requirement for your market when the order is quoted.
How small is the umbrella when it is closed?
It closes to approximately 22 x 7 x 7 cm and weighs around 0.35 kg, so it fits a handbag, backpack or car door pocket.
Is the umbrella automatic?
No. This model uses manual opening and closing, which keeps the mechanism simple and lowers the number of parts that can fail.
Can the capsule case be branded?
Yes. Custom capsule colours and selected branding options can be reviewed for qualified orders, alongside logo printing and retail packaging.
Request a wholesale quotation
Send the intended channel, colour mix, quantity, logo artwork, capsule details, packaging direction and destination through our contact page. We will confirm the specification, carton data and wholesale tiers for your capsule umbrella programme.
