Black Yoga Mat Supplier – Definitive FAQ Guide

The choice of a supplier is the most crucial step before placing a wholesale order. Are you looking for a wholesale black yoga mat supplier?

You have come to the right place. 

I have put together this FAQ guide to help you make an informed & suitable choice for your gym or business.

It has all the facts, figures, & details about black yoga mat suppliers in one place.

Let’s start,

Table of Contents

What are the types of black yoga mat suppliers?

There are five kinds of black yoga mat suppliers working in the wholesale market.

• Trading companies
• Wholesale suppliers or distributors
• Manufacturers
• Manufacturers with custom label option
• Importers

Trading Companies

A trading company specializes in import & export. It gets wholesale equipment from one country & sells it forward.

Figure 1 – Various wholesale trading companies

Trading companies have many products in stock & are in touch with lots of people. They act as a connection for manufacturers from outside the country.

Due to having so many brands in stock, a trading company has no way to ensure the quality of your yoga mats.

Ordering from a Trading Company

1. Place an order
2. The trading company does its part
3. Packs your order
4. Takes care of the customs duties on both sides
5. Shipping & delivery of your black yoga mats

Roles of a Trading Company

A trading company can work in many roles for you. Such as:

• Sales agent
• Buying agent
• Distributor
• Middleman

Sales Agent

A sales agent essentially finds clients for manufacturers. For this service, they get paid by the manufacturer, who in turn adds this cost to your wholesale order.

It will increase the end price you pay for the black yoga mats bulk.

Buying Agent

A buying agent is your point person overseas. They will find experienced & cost-effective manufacturers to fulfill your wholesale order.

They will settle the cost & other procedures on your behalf.

Distributor

A distributor is someone who is selling a specific product. They get the goods from the manufacturer & stock them.

They also decide the price for the products like black yoga mats. They are responsible for shipping & delivery as well if you choose to order from them.

Middleman

A trading company can act as either an importer or exporter for the black yoga mats. They get paid only for this service.

Wholesale Suppliers or Distributors

Wholesale suppliers or distributors buy the yoga mats from the manufacturer & then sell them forward at a new price.

Figure 2 – Wholesale black yoga mats bulk

Ordering from a Wholesale or Distributor

1. Wholesalers buy yoga mats from the manufacturer
2. List them on the website for sale
3. You place your wholesale black yoga mat order with the wholesaler
4. They quote you a price according to your order quantity
5. You pay for your order
6. The wholesaler packs, ships, & deliver the black yoga mats to you

Manufacturer

Manufacturers are the real deal. They are the ones making the black yoga mats. Your wholesale order will be much more cost-effective if you place it directly with the manufacturer.

Figure 3 – Manufacturers for wholesale black yoga mats

Ordering from a Manufacturer

1. Place your order with the manufacturer
2. Meet the minimum order amount
3. Discuss all your needs & specifications
4. The manufacturer will make your black yoga mats
5. You will make the final payment
6. They will pack & ship your black yoga mats to you

Manufacturer with Custom Label Option

These manufacturers provide the option for customizing your black yoga mats with your brand or label.

Ordering from a Manufacturer with Custom Label Option

1. Most of the process is the same as above
2. Discuss your logo & logo design with the manufacturer
3. They will send you a product sample
4. Approve it, if it meets your needs
5. The manufacturer will make & deliver your labeled yoga mats to you

Importers

Importers are the same as manufacturers. The only difference is that they have the right to import or export their products.

They don’t wait for customers to place an order. They simply ship their equipment overseas.

Figure 4 – List of importers from the US

Ordering from an Importer

1. Importers have branch offices in other countries
2. Directly ship their products to these branch offices
3. You place your order at your local branch office
4. Make payment
5. They will ship your yoga mats to you

Which black yoga mat supplier is suitable for a commercial gym?

Figure 5 – Choosing a black yoga mat supplier for a commercial gym

The choice of a black yoga mat supplier for a commercial gym depends on your experience & business model.

Trading Company

If you are new to ordering wholesale, then a trading company is the way to go. It is not a cost-effective option, but they will essentially do it all for you.

Wholesalers or Distributors

If you are in a hurry but want to see a product sample before ordering, then a wholesaler is perfect for you.

They have a lot of stock in their warehouses. They can easily provide a sample & ship your order on time.

Manufacturer

Placing a wholesale order in bulk with the manufacturer is the best choice. Commercial gyms require a lot of inventory. A manufacturer can fulfill such an order with ease.

Entering into a long-term contract with a manufacturer is beneficial for local suppliers, as well.

Yanre Fitness is an experienced manufacturer of all kinds of gym equipment & accessories, including black yoga mats.

Manufacturer with Custom Label Option

This option is best for commercial gyms as well as distributors. These manufacturers will customize your wholesale order for you by putting your brand name on it.

It is essentially a way to re-label the products to suit your business needs.

Yanre Fitness provides its clients with various options to customize their black yoga mats. It will benefit the brand or business in the long run.

Importers

If you want to place your order locally & don’t want to deal with customs, import/export duties, then choose an importer.

What are the pros & cons of local versus overseas black yoga mat suppliers?

Black yoga mat suppliers are available both locally & overseas. To choose one over the other, you must weigh the pros & cons carefully.

Local Black Yoga Mat Suppliers

PROS

CONS

No communication gap: Local suppliers can communicate in the local languages so, there is no language barrier. Faster order completion: Since the yoga mats are from a local factory, order completion & delivery are faster.  Low shipping costs: It is because the product is shipping locally. Factory access: It is easier to travel to a local factory than an overseas one. More payment options: As a new client, you can haggle on the final price with a local supplier as there is more room to do so.

Expensive production: Local factories & labor both charge more, which affects the final production cost. Higher labor costs: Local labor costs are higher than overseas. Low production capacity: Local suppliers & factories have limited facilities, hence the low production capacity.

Overseas Black Yoga Mat Suppliers

PROS

CONS

Low final cost: Countries like China make their materials & the labor costs are cheaper overseas. Variety: China is a wholesale hub. The presence of so many companies in one place ensures range in terms of products. More Choices: Having so many companies to choose from allows for more options. Easy Access Online: Even though these suppliers are overseas, their presence online ensures that you will find one soon. Higher Production Capacity: Access to factories, labor, & ports ensures that the production capacity is very high.

Language & Culture Barrier: There is an issue of a language & cultural barrier. Communications with an overseas supplier have to be handled carefully. Less Oversight: There is little to no oversight if your order is with an overseas supplier. You can always choose a local agent to act on your behalf. Higher Shipping Costs: Shipping, delivery, customs, import/export duties raise the shipping costs.

Where are black yoga mat suppliers based in China?

The location for all the black yoga mat suppliers is the Southeastern region of China. Namely:

• Guangdong
• Fujian
• Jiangsu
• Zhejiang
• Shanghai

Figure 6 – Locations for Chinese wholesale companies

The leading & experienced wholesale companies of China are in this region. Choose a company from this area while placing your wholesale order for black yoga mats.

It will put your mind at ease.

Where should I look for a wholesale black yoga mat supplier?

You can search the following places, both offline & online, to look for a trusted wholesale supplier:

• B2B sites
• Personal referrals
• NAICS code
• Social media
• Trade Shows

B2B Sites

Look for black yoga mat suppliers on local & overseas business-to-business sites. There are a large number of suppliers that use these sites. It gives you more options to choose from.

Some leading B2B sites are:

Domestic B2B sites

• Thomas Net
• Maker’s Row

International B2B sites

• GSS
• Kompas
• Alibaba
• Made in China
• MFG
• DHgate

Personal Referrals

Personal referrals still are a rich resource for finding trusted people to work with. Ask business associates, friends, or other fellow buyers for recommendations. 

Your local chamber of commerce & trade association is also a good place to start.

Figure 9 – Personal referrals

NAICS Code

It stands for the North American Industry Classification System.

It is essentially a directory of all the local wholesale companies in the US. Everything has a code.

You can use this code to have a look at local black yoga mat suppliers in the US. Some NAICS codes you can search through for yoga mats are:

31-33 Manufacturing

42 Wholesale Trade

44 – 45 Retail Trade

Use this method only if you are in the US or want to place your order with a US-based supplier.

Figure 10 – NAICS directory

Social Media

Social media is a vast resource to look for yoga mat suppliers. Sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram have official accounts of many suppliers.

You can have access to product descriptions, details, & customer reviews, all in one place. LinkedIn can give you an idea about the overall structure of the company, previous orders, size, location, etc.

Trade Shows

Trade Shows are a good way to start your search because all the participants have already undergone screening.

So, you don’t have to worry about that.

The direct access that you have in tradeshows to the suppliers in person is invaluable. You can ask questions, know about black yoga mats in detail & have a look at the products themselves.

Some popular trade shows for the wholesale fitness industry are:

• FIBO China
• IWF Shanghai
• Fitness Show – Sydney
• CIBE
• Sportec
• GymTec

Figure 11 – Tradeshows & exhibitions

What are the modes of contact with black yoga mat suppliers?

Apart from the traditional methods like email & phone calls, other modes of communication with your black yoga mat supplier include:

• WhatsApp
• Viber
• Skype

Keep all your communications with your supplier professional & concise. Remember to ask about:

• Minimum order limit
• Wholesale cost per yoga mat
• Terms of payment
• Product sample
• Countries they supply to

What should I consider when choosing a black yoga mat supplier?

Figure 12 – Choosing a wholesale yoga mat supplier

Keep these considerations in mind while choosing a local or overseas black yoga mat supplier:

• Certifications
• Region
• Finances
• Location
• Product details
• Portfolio & inventory
• Adaptability
• Customer service
• Order completion & delivery
• Payment
• References

Certifications

Any certification that is on the official website like ISO should be counter-checked. Have a look at public records for the licenses & permits.

Confirm product testing reports with the issuing authority.

Region

In case of placing your order overseas, be aware of the overall situation of the area. Local, political, or trade unrest will affect the production & delivery of your order.

Regional ties with your country should be cordial, as well.

Finances

You should perform a credit check of a potential supplier if you can. The process for it depends on where the supplier is.

In the US, some online financial websites will perform one for you. It will give you a better understanding of the finances of your yoga mat supplier.

Location

On their official websites, most manufacturers & suppliers claim to deliver worldwide. Though, that is not always the case.

Ensure that your location is in the list of countries the supplier facilitates.

Some suppliers will still ship to your location even if it is not on their list, but at an added charge.

Product Details

Read the product details on the official websites & B2B sites carefully. Confirm from other online resources before committing to an order.

Portfolio & Inventory

If you can avail an option for a factory or warehouse visit, then do so.

Ask for information about the company’s portfolio, the equipment that they have in stock at the warehouse.

It will give you a clearer idea, if the company can fulfill your order according to your needs or not.

Adaptability

Discuss your order of black yoga mats with your supplier in detail. Ensure that they have the flexibility to fulfill your order quantity (low or high).

Customer Service

The three things that you should check about the customer service are:

• How they deal with complains
• Are they in contact at all times (even with different time zones)
• Reviews of other customers

Order Completion & Delivery

Ask for an approximate time duration for order completion & delivery. Check for delivery reports.

Time is money. If your supplier is not strict with deadlines, then you can lose money in the long run.

Payment

Find a supplier that can match your terms of payment. It will benefit you in the long run.

References

References & reviews from previous customers are an invaluable resource for you & your potential supplier.

They give the supplier a vote of confidence & put your mind at ease. Always read customer reviews carefully.

Do yoga mat suppliers provide product samples?

Yes, they do.

Place a request for one by filling the product request form on their official website. You can use an RFQ or Request for Quote form to do so, as well.

Confirm whether the product sample delivery is free or you have to pay for it.

Most suppliers provide product samples free of cost to new & potential customers.

Figure 13 – A request form for a product sample

What is the construction of black yoga mats that suppliers have in stock?

Most suppliers use the following materials for their black yoga mats:

• PVC
• TPE
• NBR
• PU
• Organic rubber
• Jute

PVC

PVC stands for Polyvinyl Chloride.

These mats are the most cost-effective & easily available options in the market. Some PVC mats have toxic impurities, though.

Figure 14 – PVC wholesale yoga mat

These are not slip-resistant & become very slippery during intense workout sessions. Limit their use to low-intensity workouts & users who are not sensitive to PVC.

TPE

TPE is a Thermoplastic elastomer.

TPE-black yoga mats are more long-lasting, elastic, & better for the environment, as well. These don’t have impurities like heavy metals.

TPE is odorless & has antibacterial properties.

Figure 15 – Yanre Fitness TPE-yoga mat

NBR

NBR is Nitrile Butadiene rubber.

These mats are thicker than other yoga mats. The average thickness is around 10 mm or more. It provides a padded surface that is shock absorbent & prevents injuries.

NBR-black yoga mats are resistant to moisture & low maintenance. They don’t provide much grip, though.

The lack of a firm grip makes these unsuitable for beginners.

Figure 16 – A folded NBR-yoga mat

PU

It is a mix of PU leather with rubber.

These yoga mats are sticky, provide a firm grip, & slip-resistant. They are long-lasting & cost-effective, as well.

Figure 17 – PU leather yoga mat

Organic Rubber

Organic rubber is plant-based & good for the environment. Black yoga mats that use it for constructions are:

• Comfortable
• Slip-resistant
• Antibacterial

These mats are the perfect choice for the most intense yoga sessions. The thickness ranges from 3-5 mm.

Organic rubber black yoga mats are expensive & may trigger the immune response for users sensitive to latex.

Figure 18 – Organic rubber wholesale yoga mat

Jute

Jute is a naturally occurring fiber. A mix of jute & PVC is used for wholesale yoga mats. It combines the qualities of both jute & PVC for the users.

Jute black yoga mats provide a firm grip, have antibacterial properties, & are long-lasting.

Figure 19 – A jute wholesale black yoga mat

Do black yoga mat suppliers sell mats for specific types of yoga?

No, yoga mat suppliers don’t necessarily make mats specific to certain kinds of yoga. 

Though, the construction of yoga mats makes them suitable for one form of yoga over another.

Such as:

TYPES OF YOGA	TYPE OF WHOLESALE YOGA MAT
Ashtanga yoga Hatha yoga Bikram & hot YogaIyengar Restorative Vinyasa	Natural rubber or TPE-yoga mats Any suitable black yoga mat Natural rubber black yoga mats NBE-black yoga mats (Approx. 1/4th to 1/8-inchesCotton black yoga mats Natural rubber black yoga mats

Figure 20 -Various yoga forms & poses

Do black yoga mat suppliers offer customization options?

Yes, most suppliers offer customization options for wholesale accessories like black yoga mats.

It is preferable to choose a company that makes & supplies yoga mats. This way you will get more customization options for your black yoga mats.

Yanre Fitness is one such company. We will custom print your black yoga mats with your:

• Logo
• Logo design
• Gym motto or slogan

Do I get storage racks along with the black yoga mats from my supplier?

No, you don’t.

Yoga mat storage racks are a separate gym accessory. They are not a part of your wholesale black yoga mat order.

If you want to buy storage racks for your yoga mats, just buy them separately.

There are several types of storage racks for wholesale yoga mats:

• Wall-mounted yoga mat hanger
• Wall-mounted yoga mat shelf
• Yoga mat storage bins 
• Yoga mat racks
• Mat carts
• Custom yoga mat cabinets

Wall-mounted Yoga Mat Hanger

Figure 21- Yoga mat hangers

Wall-mounted yoga mat hangers are an effective storage solution for your black yoga mats. 

Pick an out-of-the-way corner to bolt the hanger to the wall. The yoga mats will need hanging holes on both sides to use these hangers.

Wall-mounted Yoga Mat Shelves

Storage shelves are better than hangers because the mats without holes can be stored, as well. These are a compact & effective way to store black yoga mats.

The con is that the storage capacity is limited to 10 – 20 yoga mats.

Figure 22 – Yoga mat shelves

Yoga Mat Storage Bin

Yoga mat storage bins will store more mats than hangers or shelves. Though, it depends on the dimensions of the yoga mats.

Yoga mat storage bins allow more freedom in terms of design & size. 

Yoga Mat Rack

Yoga mat racks, on the other hand, are floor-standing racks. They are compact, portable, & easy to use.

Figure 23 – A floor-standing yoga mat storage rack

Yoga Mat Cart

Yoga mat carts are a more compact version of a mat rack. They are portable & have lots of storage space to store the yoga mats rolled & upright.

Figure 24 – A black yoga mat cart

Custom Yoga Mat Cabinets

Custom storage cabinets will give your gym a polished & professional look. You can either buy them or have them made according to your needs.

The price for custom cabinets is much higher than pre-made ones.

Figure 25 – A custom gym mat storage cabinet 

Do black yoga mat suppliers sell other gym accessories?

Yes, most black yoga mat suppliers sell other gym accessories, as well.

These include:

• Yoga accessories (bricks, bolsters, etc.)
• Yoga clothing
• Yoga towels, blankets, & much more.

Figure 26 – Various yoga accessories

Is it possible to get a discount from my black yoga mat suppliers?

Yes, of course, there is always the possibility of getting yourself a deal.

Some suppliers offer discounts if you go over the minimum order limit, as well. Wholesale orders have prices that depend on the quantity.

Large orders usually are cost-effective compared to smaller orders. 

Choose a company like Yanre Fitness that will make & supply your yoga mats for maximum benefit.

Will my black yoga mat supplier handle the export duties?

No, suppliers usually don’t handle export duties.

You will have to either do it yourself or hire an agent to do it on your behalf. Your black yoga mat supplier will only handle the shipping of your wholesale order.

Which export documents should I ask for from my black yoga mat supplier?

Ask your wholesale black yoga mat supplier for the following export documents once your order is ready for shipping:

• Proforma invoice
• Commercial invoice
• Packing list
• Bill of landing
• Airway bill

Conclusion

Commercial black yoga mat suppliers are easy to find. The choice of the one best suited for your order is difficult.

This FAQ guide has all the latest information about wholesale yoga mat suppliers & how to pick one.

I hope you found it of some help in your search for a black yoga mat supplier for your gym or business.

Yanre Fitness is a manufacturer & a supplier. You will get the best of both worlds with us. Learn more by visiting our website.

Contact us & ask for a quote now!

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