Plan your first chebe order around a 10 kg minimum, a sample with its COA before you commit, and a lead time of roughly 5 to 10 business days under 100 kg. Use the 4 to 8 percent inclusion rate to size the order to the number of finished units you want to launch. This guide walks through planning a first chebe purchase.
Last updated: 2026.
The chebe minimum order
Chebe starts at a 10 kg minimum, with tier pricing that lowers the per-kilogram cost as volume rises. That minimum is high enough to justify a fully documented export from Chad and low enough to let a brand pilot a chebe product without committing to production volumes. See current tiers on our wholesale chebe powder page.
Lead time and freight
Plan for a lead time of 5 to 10 business days for orders under 100 kg, and 14 to 21 days above, plus transit. Freight is by DHL Express from Cotonou for 10 to 550 kg, with sea freight above that. Build this window into your launch schedule so production is not waiting on the shipment.
Always sample first
Before a first order, request a sample with its certificate of analysis. For chebe, the sample lets you confirm authenticity, assess the powder’s color and texture, and trial it in your formula, while the COA confirms identity and safety. Given the imitation problem in the chebe market, sampling is essential risk control, not an optional step. See our certificate of analysis process.
Sizing your first order
Size the order from your inclusion rate and your launch target. Chebe is typically used at 4 to 8 percent in masks and conditioners, so a 10 kg pilot formulates a meaningful run of finished units. Work backward from the number of units you want for launch, multiply by your fill weight and inclusion rate, and you have the chebe quantity to order. This keeps a first order grounded in real production rather than guesswork.
Planning to scale
Build the next step into your first order. Once your pilot sells, you reorder at a higher tier for a lower per-kg cost, and at 200 kg and above custom particle size becomes available for more refined private-label formulation. Knowing the scaling path up front lets you launch lean and grow without re-sourcing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for chebe powder?
10 kg, with tier pricing above that and custom quotes over 100 kg. A sample with its COA is available first so you can validate the powder before a full order.
How long does a chebe order take?
Roughly 5 to 10 business days under 100 kg and 14 to 21 days above, plus transit. Freight is by DHL Express for 10 to 550 kg and sea freight above that.
How much chebe should I order for a first run?
Size it from your inclusion rate, typically 4 to 8 percent, and your launch target. A 10 kg pilot formulates a meaningful number of finished units while keeping risk low.
A first chebe order is straightforward when you plan it: sample, size by inclusion, and order at the minimum. Then scale to demand. Request a sample and a quote on our wholesale chebe powder page.