Water Hyacinth Basket Manufacturer in Vietnam: A Wholesale Buyer’s Guide
8 Feb 2022
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Viet Trang Handicraft is a water hyacinth basket manufacturer in Nga Son, Thanh Hoa, Vietnam. We handweave water hyacinth storage baskets, laundry hampers, collapsible baskets, trays, planters and rugs for importers, wholesalers and retailers in more than 30 countries. Orders start at 50 pieces per design and US$5,000 per order, samples take 7 to 14 days, bulk production takes about 45 days, and goods ship from Hai Phong port. Our factory is SMETA (Sedex) and BSCI audited.
Key takeaways
- Water hyacinth gives a thick, warm brown basket that holds its shape under weight, which makes it a strong fiber for hampers and storage.
- We make water hyacinth storage baskets, laundry hampers, collapsible baskets, trays, planters and rugs, in standard or custom sizes.
- MOQ 50 pieces per design and US$5,000 per order; samples 7 to 14 days; production about 45 days; 30% deposit and 70% TT.
- Finished baskets are dried in the sun and in drying machines before packing, to protect them during sea freight.
What is water hyacinth, and why use it for baskets?
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) is a fast-growing aquatic plant that spreads across rivers, lakes and wetlands in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam. Harvesting it for weaving turns a plant that can choke waterways into a useful material. The stems are dried, then woven by hand into baskets, trays and rugs.
Dried water hyacinth has a warm brown color, a thick, slightly soft texture and a deep woven pattern. It is heavier and more rigid than seagrass, so it suits larger pieces like laundry hampers and storage bins that need to keep their shape. Our comparison of water hyacinth and seagrass explains when to choose each fiber.
Water hyacinth products we manufacture
- Storage baskets and bins: round, oval and rectangular, with or without lids and handles, often in nested sets.
- Laundry hampers: tall baskets with lids, handles or cotton liners.
- Collapsible baskets: fold flat for shipping and display.
- Trays and organizers: for kitchen, bathroom and desk.
- Planters and pot covers: for indoor plants.
- Rugs and mats: ribbed, warm-toned floor coverings; see our rug wholesale guide.
Water hyacinth baskets from our range
A few water hyacinth designs buyers order most often. Each can be sampled before a bulk order.
Why work directly with a manufacturer
Viet Trang is a family business in the Nga Son craft village, weaving natural fibers since the 1970s and registered as a company in 2001. Our 9,000 m2 factory has four warehouses and drying machines, with 30 full-time staff and 500 to 600 seasonal artisan weavers. We can load up to 20 containers a month, and you deal directly with the people who make and check your order.
Quality points to check on water hyacinth baskets
- Moisture: water hyacinth absorbs humidity. Our baskets are dried in the sun and in drying machines before packing; store them in a ventilated space on arrival.
- Color variation: natural brown tones vary slightly between batches. We approve a reference sample with you before production.
- Weave and finishing: look for an even weave, tidy ends and secure handles, which keep the shape and reduce returns.
- Mold prevention: see our guide to preventing mold in natural fiber baskets.
MOQ, samples and lead times
| Item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | 50 pieces per design and US$5,000 per order |
| Samples, our designs | 7 to 14 days |
| Samples, your own design | Depends on the design; contact us and we will confirm |
| Bulk production | About 45 days after order confirmation |
| Payment | 30% deposit, 70% balance by TT; negotiable |
| Loading port | Hai Phong, Vietnam |
The full ordering process, from enquiry to loading, is in Wholesale MOQ, samples and lead times. For custom sizes, colors and private label, see bespoke and private label homeware.
Related buyer guides
- Wholesale seagrass baskets from Vietnam
- Wholesale laundry hampers and storage baskets for US retailers
- Wholesale MOQ, samples and lead times: how ordering from Viet Trang works
- What SMETA and BSCI audits mean, and our own audits
Frequently asked questions
Who manufactures water hyacinth baskets in Vietnam?
Viet Trang Handicraft is a family manufacturer in Nga Son, Thanh Hoa, northern Vietnam, making water hyacinth and seagrass baskets, hampers and rugs for export to more than 30 countries.
What is the MOQ for water hyacinth baskets?
50 pieces per design and US$5,000 per order. Mixing several designs in one order is common.
How long does production take?
Samples of our own designs take 7 to 14 days. Bulk production takes about 45 days after order confirmation, and goods ship from Hai Phong port.
Is water hyacinth good for laundry hampers?
Yes. It is thick and rigid, so tall hampers keep their shape when full. Hampers can be made with lids, handles or cotton liners.
Is your factory audited?
Yes. Our factory is SMETA (Sedex) and BSCI audited, and we share the audit reports with buyers on request.
Can you make custom water hyacinth designs?
Yes. We make custom sizes, shapes, colors and private label products. Send your design and we will confirm the sample timing.
Looking for a water hyacinth basket manufacturer?
Send us the styles, sizes and quantities you need. We will reply with a quotation and sample timing, or show you our weaving on a video call from Nga Son.
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