Wholesale Guide

Mods Supplier Scorecard Template — Freight Included

Published 2026-02-15 · 5 min read · by the VapeWholesaleHub sourcing team

We ship mods to distributors in very different markets, and the same five questions come up almost every week. Rather than answer them in email each time, we have written them out properly here.

Mods product overview — Reference view of the mods line prepared for wholesale evaluation.

Pricing and Margin

The cheapest mods quote is rarely the cheapest outcome. Add freight, defect handling, delay risk and the staff time spent chasing, then compare again. The ranking often changes.

Compare mods quotes on the same incoterm. A price that looks better because it excludes a cost you assumed was included is not a saving at all.

Indicative reference points for planning purposes: entry tier from USD 1.27 per unit at 500 units, mid tier at USD 1.81, and volume tier at USD 0.82 for full container quantities. These figures move with specification, packaging and freight, so treat them as a shape rather than a quote.

Reading a Mods Spec Sheet

Ask for the mods specification in the same units you intend to measure in. A metric quoted in a form you cannot verify on arrival is not a specification, it is a claim.

When we write a mods specification with a distributor, we fix four things first: the resistance band, the liquid capacity tolerance, the puff count methodology and the packaging master carton. Everything else can flex without changing the customer experience.

Reference specification for Mods orders
Product category	Refillable kit
Resistance band	1.2 - 1.4 ohm
Capacity tolerance	+/- 5%
Puff count method	Machine cycle 2s on / 18s off
Master carton	100 units
Carton weight	4.7 kg
Shelf life	24 months
Storage	15-25 C, dry, away from direct light

Trends Worth Watching

Assortment rationalisation is the quiet trend in this category. Shops that cut their mods range from twelve lines to five well chosen ones often report higher total sales, not lower.

One visible change in mods is the move towards clearer labelling and traceability. Retailers who adopted batch coding early are finding it much easier to work with larger distributors now.

How Mods Batches Are Checked

Random checks are fine, but weight the sample towards the start and end of a mods production run. Those are where a line is most likely to drift.

Most defects in mods are not dramatic. They are loose tolerances, a slightly thin seal, a mouthpiece that clicks. Left alone they turn into leak complaints, which are the single most common reason a retailer drops a line.

Rotate stock by batch code rather than by delivery date.
Start with a mixed carton and let your own sell-through decide.
Write the complaint threshold into the order terms.
Agree the tolerance band in writing before approving artwork.
Plan the switch from air to sea freight before you need it.

Merchandising and Listing Tips

Online, the listing for mods should answer three questions without scrolling: what it is, how strong it is, and what it tastes like. Everything else belongs further down the page.

Bundle mods with a complementary item rather than discounting it outright. The perceived value holds up better and the second item often becomes a repeat purchase on its own.

Mods shipment handling — Handling notes applied to every palletised mods order.

Practical Checklist

Model landed cost, not ex-works price, when comparing quotes.
Ask how the factory measures puff count, then compare like with like.
Check carton dimensions against your freight quote before confirming.
Keep sealed retained samples from every production batch.
Confirm the current customs classification with your own broker.
Write the complaint threshold into the order terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you handle a short shipment?

Cartons are counted and weighed before dispatch and the figures are shared with you. If something is short on arrival, the packing record and the carrier documentation are both available, which keeps the claim straightforward.

What information do you need to quote?

Target specification, approximate quantity, destination and any packaging requirement. With those four we can usually come back with a costed option the same working day rather than a request for more information.

Is there a warranty on mods?

Manufacturing defects are covered against the retained sample standard. Normal wear, misuse and damage after opening are not. We publish the threshold in the order terms so both sides know exactly what the claim process looks like.

Can the packaging be customised?

Yes. Most mods programmes use private label packaging once volumes justify the printing plate. We supply dielines, check your artwork for print issues and hold approved files so reorders need no new setup.

Can you match an existing product I already sell?

Often yes, provided we can measure it properly. Send a physical sample and we will report back on what can be matched, what will differ slightly, and why. An honest gap is more useful than a vague promise.

Next Step

Send us your current mods specification even if you are not planning to move suppliers. A second read of a document you use every month is usually worth the ten minutes.

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