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If you are sourcing for a Canadian distributor, pharmacy chain, food-service group or industrial account, the search usually starts the same way: lowest unit price MOQ and quotation for latex gloves in Canada. The honest answer is that no responsible manufacturer publishes a single "lowest price" number, because unit price is the output of a specification and logistics equation, not a catalogue constant. What a serious supplier can do is show you exactly which variables move that number, give you indicative packing data to model freight, and quote against a defined SKU, quantity, packaging, destination and Incoterm.
This guide is written for procurement teams who want a quotation they can actually compare — not a headline price that collapses once carton dimensions, size mix and documentation are confirmed.
Why "lowest unit price" is a specification, not a sticker
Two buyers asking for "latex gloves" can receive quotes that differ by a wide margin, and both can be correct. The difference sits in the specification:
- Material and grade — natural-latex disposable programs differ from heavier protective and long-cuff references.
- Piece weight — a 6.5 g/pc glove and a lighter or heavier glove consume different amounts of latex compound per unit.
- Length and cuff — standard examination length versus long-cuff or protective configurations.
- Surface and texture — powdered or powder-free, smooth or textured, affects processing and yield.
- Size mix — S/M/L/XL ratios change how many pieces of each size you actually receive and sell.
- Packaging — 100 pcs/box, bulk cartons, or unit-packed two-piece/pair formats each carry different labour and material cost.
- Artwork and branding — printed boxes and private-label film add setup and per-unit cost.
Because of this, Junda does not state a numeric lowest unit price unless a current approved quotation has been issued for your exact requirement. Anyone who quotes a firm "lowest" figure before knowing your SKU and destination is guessing.
Indicative packing and weight references (model-specific)
The values below are user-supplied reference-sheet values for a standard 9-inch latex examination / food-handling reference model. They are indicative only, not universal specifications. Confirm the exact SKU, current packing list, carton measurements, gross weight, container loading and destination-market documents before quotation or shipment.
| Item | Reference value (indicative) |
|---|---|
| Material | Natural latex |
| Length | 24 cm |
| Piece weight | 6.5 g/pc (reference) |
| Box packing | 100 pcs/box |
| Carton packing | 10 boxes/carton (1,000 pcs) |
| Box dimensions | 24 × 12.5 × 7.5 cm |
| Carton dimensions | 39 × 26.5 × 25.5 cm |
| Indicative carton weight | about 6.5 kg |
Unit-packed two-piece/pair packaging can be discussed as a project option. Exact pieces, pairs and any sterilization requirements must be confirmed before quoting.
Piece weight, net weight and carton gross weight are three different numbers
This is where many Canadian buyers lose money in freight modelling:
- Piece weight — the weight of one glove, e.g. the 6.5 g/pc reference above.
- Net weight — total glove weight in a carton. At 1,000 pcs × 6.5 g, that is roughly 6.5 kg of gloves.
- Carton gross weight — net weight plus boxes, polybags, carton board and any inserts. The indicative ~6.5 kg carton figure in the reference sheet already reflects a packed carton, so do not double-count it as net weight.
If you are comparing suppliers, always ask for gross weight per carton and carton dimensions, because those two numbers — not the piece weight — determine your ocean or air freight and your landed cost per glove.
What actually drives your quotation
When you request a quotation, expect the supplier to price against these inputs. Supplying them upfront shortens the cycle and produces a comparable number:
- Exact SKU and model — including length, cuff type, surface and grade.
- Order quantity — total pieces and, if relevant, quantity per size.
- Size mix — S/M/L/XL breakdown, since mix affects packing efficiency.
- Packaging configuration — pcs/box, boxes/carton, or bulk.
- Artwork and branding — plain versus printed, and who supplies print-ready files.
- Destination — city and province in Canada, since inland freight and port of entry matter.
- Incoterm — EXW, FOB, CIF or DDP changes who carries freight, insurance and duty.
- Documentation needs — confirm which documents your destination market and your own compliance team require.
Documentation must be confirmed by product and destination market. Logos or certification marks visible in promotional artwork are not proof of current certification — always request the actual current documents for the exact SKU and the specific manufacturing site.
MOQ: what to ask instead of "what is your minimum?"
MOQ is rarely a single fixed number. It is usually the intersection of:
- Production minimum for the specific model and size mix.
- Printing minimum if you want custom boxes or private label.
- Container economics — a full container load usually gives a better unit price than an LCL shipment, because freight and handling are spread across more pieces.
A practical approach for Canadian buyers: ask for pricing at two or three quantity tiers (for example, a trial order, a mid-volume order, and a full-container order) so you can see how unit price responds to volume. That curve is more useful than a single MOQ figure, and it lets you decide whether consolidating sizes or switching to a full container is worth it.
Building a comparable RFQ for Canadian sourcing
Use this checklist so every supplier quotes the same thing:
- Product: latex gloves, exact model and SKU
- Length, cuff and surface: as required by your task
- Piece weight: state your target or ask for the supplier's standard
- Size mix: S/M/L/XL percentages
- Packing: pcs/box, boxes/carton, or bulk
- Carton dimensions and gross weight: request confirmation
- Branding: plain or printed, artwork responsibility
- Quantity tiers: trial, mid, full container
- Destination: city, province, Canada
- Incoterm: EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP
- Documents: list what your market and compliance team need
- Validity period and currency for the quotation
For product options, review the disposable latex range at /products/disposable-latex-gloves and the protective reference at /products/yuelong-a3-latex-protective-gloves. These pages describe program types; the exact specification for your order still has to be confirmed line by line.
Matching the glove to the task, not to a slogan
"Lowest unit price" only makes sense once the glove fits the job. Compare your actual task against the options:
- Examination and food handling — a standard-length disposable latex reference is typically the starting point; confirm the grade your market expects.
- Longer coverage or heavier duty — long-cuff and protective programs may suit tasks where splash or forearm coverage matters.
- Texture and grip — textured surfaces can help with wet or slippery handling; confirm the surface finish on the exact SKU.
- Powdered versus powder-free — this is a specification and market-preference decision, not a price-only decision.
No single glove is universally suitable. State your task, exposure and duration, and let the specification follow.
Next step: request a quotation with your variables defined
To get a usable quotation, send Junda your exact SKU or requirement, quantity tiers, size mix, packaging, artwork status, destination city and province in Canada, and your preferred Incoterm. We will confirm the current packing list, carton measurements, gross weight, container loading and destination-market documents for that specific product before quoting. That is how you get to a genuinely competitive unit price — one that holds up after the carton is weighed and the freight is booked.
This article was prepared with automation assistance and reviewed against Junda's product and export-content rules.