If you want to engage in wholesale retail or online sales of backpacks, you may want to know how much it costs to manufacture a backpack? This gives you some bargaining power with the manufacturer. For this problem, based on the application scenario of the backpack, there are different types of backpacks, each type has different purposes, and the manufacturing process of each backpack is roughly the same, but the manufacturing process, materials, and quality requirements are very different. First of all, we first understand what type of backpack you need so that you can better understand the manufacturing cost of the backpack.
The following part is the author will common backpack classification and characteristics introduction.
Casual backpack (ordinary backpack)
suitable for daily use, usually has a casual style, moderate capacity, can be placed books, laptops and other personal items, the general material choice is nylon, polyester wheel or Oxford cloth, ordinary zipper, the process is relatively simple, the capacity is not large, so the required materials are not much, the manufacturing cost is generally low.
Fashion Backpack
More attention to design and appearance, suitable for daily casual or informal use.
Materials may include PU leather, canvas, nylon, etc., and the design pursues trend and personalization. This bag is similar to a regular casual backpack. Perhaps the choice of materials is more fashionable.
Luxury or Designer Backpack
The use of high-grade materials, such as high-quality leather, the design seeks elegance and luxury.
Commonly found in high-end brands, suitable for business or special occasions. The cost of leather is relatively high, and the process is also more demanding. The manufacturing price is relatively high.
Children's backpack/school bag
According to the different age groups of children/students, the range of primary school students to middle school students, high school students, the size of the backpack for each age group may be somewhat different, to ensure that the backpack will not be too large or too heavy, so as not to affect the child's normal posture and development.
- Use lightweight but durable materials to reduce the overall weight of the backpack, suitable for minors to carry.
- nclude reflective strips or bright color designs to improve your child's visibility in low light environments.
- Some backpacks may be designed with safety cords or adjustable lengths to allow parents to control the safety of their children in public places.
- To prevent a hunchback, the backplane of the backpack may be designed with the right hardness to support the child's back.
- Contains a number of pockets and compartments of different sizes, convenient for children to sort and store stationery, water bottles, small toys and other items.
- Suitable for younger bags, usually with cute patterns or anime characters
Generally speaking, the cost of student bags and ordinary leisure backpacks is not much different, the difference is that some student bags will require a good shoulder, from the need for special treatment, so that the cost will rise.
Travel backpack
Travel backpack pay attention to the material of strong wear-resistant and waterproof, large capacity to easily hold more items; casual backpack pay attention to style design and appearance level, compact and lightweight, fashion appearance; business backpack focuses on shockproof protection materials and ergonomic design, simple and capable appearance. The cost is generally similar to that of an ordinary backpack。
Business backpack
Designed for business people with a professional look and multiple functional compartments, it is ideal for carrying documents, laptops and office supplies.
A good business backpack should have a simple and atmospheric appearance to reflect the professional image of professionals. At the same time, the appearance of the backpack should be adapted according to different occasions and dress styles, so that it can be coordinated in different work environments.
The internal structure of the backpack is also an important aspect of the design, and the space should be divided reasonably to facilitate the carrying of all kinds of documents and electronic equipment. In addition, a high-quality business backpack should also have a good shoulder comfort, so that they will not feel tired for a long time.
In general, business backpacks are very particular about the choice of materials, and the quality of sewing must be guaranteed, and the cost will be higher than that of ordinary
Laptop backpack
Specially designed laptop compartments, usually with additional protective pads, ensure the safety of electronic devices. The cost is about the same as a regular backpack.
Multifunctional backpack
With a variety of carrying methods, can be used as a backpack, shoulder bag or handbag, many mommy bags have this function, can have a variety of back methods. This kind of bag usually has more pockets, so the sewing process is more, and the cost is higher.
Eco-friendly backpack
Made from recycled or biodegradable materials, suitable for sustainability conscious consumers. Generally made of the following materials:
- Recycled polyester (rPET) : made from recycled plastic bottles. This material is wear-resistant, lightweight, waterproof and so on.
- Organic cotton: cotton that does not use chemical pesticides and fertilizers is environmentally friendly, soft and comfortable, and has good air permeability.
- Hemp fiber: natural renewable material, with good strength and permeability.
- Recycled nylon: by recycling nylon products and reprocessing, the performance is similar to new nylon.
- Sustainable leather: for example, leather tanned by plants or from sustainable farming.
The cost of environmentally friendly backpacks varies due to factors such as material quality, brand, design and production scale. In general, the more simple design and use of ordinary quality environmentally friendly materials of the backpack, the cost will be slightly more expensive than ordinary backpack. If the use of high-quality environmental protection materials, complex design and sophisticated production process, the cost may be very expensive.
Photography backpack
The camera bag needs to have a moderate capacity, with shock-proof padding, adjustable partition and other features to protect the safety of the camera equipment. Cost is generally moderate
Hiking Daypack
daypack is suitable for outdoor travel of single-day mountaineering. The features of include an external hanging system for placing auxiliary equipment, diversified zipper opening, with buffer belt, etc. to increase comfort and facilitate carrying goods. This bag is mainly due to the design of many external systems, chest buckle, chest bag, breathable backplane, etc., the cost will increase some than the ordinary backpack, and the cost will rise some.
Heavy Duty Trekking Backpack/Expedition Backpack
Suitable for long-distance and long-time outdoor travel, the features include heavy weight, complete suspension system, high-quality foam padding on the stress surface in contact with the body, and a support suspension system designed to reduce the feeling of load.
The features include heavy weight, perfect hanging system, high-quality foam padding on the contact surface of the bag, and a support suspension system designed to reduce the feeling of weight bearing.
Usually in order to stabilize the body of the bag, the use of special adjustable back panel and metal support, line kind of compression bags, adjustable bags and thickened and widened belt system.
The production process is complex, in addition, due to the greater weight, the general stitching will be reinforced, so as not to be in the hiking and mountaineering process, the stitching because of the weight breakage, resulting in losses. In this way, the cost will be much more expensive than ordinary backpack.
Military/Tactical Backpack
Durable and with multiple pockets and attachment points for military or tactical use. Costs more than a ordinary backpack.
Conclusion
Each type of duffel bag has specific design features and functions to meet the needs of different users. In selecting a duffel bag, factors such as its intended use, comfort, capacity and durability should be considered, which in turn affects the cost of manufacturing the duffel bag. Before committing to the market, it is important to carefully identify the target group and then communicate with partners to ensure business success.
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