You want to stock your store with adult novelties wholesale—but every supplier you contact either ignores you or quotes a 2,000-unit minimum that kills your budget before you start. That wall stops most buyers cold.
The good news is that low MOQ adult novelty wholesale options do exist—and the right sourcing framework finds them fast. This guide walks you through exactly where to look, what to ask, and how to verify before you commit.
📊 Market Reality: The adult novelty wholesale market is large, but not all of it is built for small and mid-size buyers. The suppliers who offer flexible MOQ options, certified quality assurance, and free sample programs represent the portion of the market that's genuinely ready to support your business growth1—and that's exactly the segment this guide focuses on.
You can buy adult novelties wholesale with low minimum order quantities by sourcing directly from experienced OEM adult toy manufacturers in China2—like VF Pleasure—who offer flexible MOQ options, OEM/ODM solutions, private label services, certified quality assurance, custom product development, and free sample providing. These manufacturers serve B2B buyers globally and are set up specifically to support retail and wholesale businesses at every stage of growth.
💡 A Note from Sally: I'm Sally, and I've spent 15+ years inside the adult toy manufacturing industry at VF Pleasure. I talk with wholesale buyers every week—from first-time store owners to experienced procurement heads managing large retail chains. The question I hear most often is: "Where do I find a supplier who won't force me to over-order on products I haven't tested yet?" This guide is my direct answer to that question.
The adult novelty wholesale market rewards buyers who know how to source.3 That means knowing which channels to use, which verification steps to take, and which supplier capabilities actually matter for your business. Skip those steps and you end up with a warehouse of slow-moving products you can't return.4 Follow them and you build a reliable, profitable supply chain that grows with your store.
At VF Pleasure, we design and manufacture exclusive adult toys tailored to your brand's needs—from concept to production, ensuring every detail reflects your vision. Our services include OEM/ODM solutions, private label services, flexible MOQ options, certified quality assurance, custom product development, and free sample providing. Let's break down exactly how to use that to your advantage.
- 1 Why Is Low MOQ Wholesale the Right Starting Point for Adult Novelty Buyers? 🔑
- 2 Where Are the Best Places to Buy Adult Novelties Wholesale with Low MOQ? 🌍
- 3 What Products Can You Buy Wholesale from a Low MOQ Adult Toy Manufacturer? 📦
- 4 How Do You Verify a Low MOQ Adult Novelty Wholesale Supplier Before Ordering? ✅
- 5 How Can Private Label and OEM Options Grow Your Adult Novelty Business? 🏷️
- 6 Conclusion 🌟
- 7 References
Why Is Low MOQ Wholesale the Right Starting Point for Adult Novelty Buyers? 🔑
Ordering more than you need to just to meet a minimum is not a sourcing strategy—it's a budget risk. Most buyers who over-order on their first wholesale run end up with dead stock, cash flow problems, and no room to test new products.
Low MOQ wholesale changes that equation entirely.5 You test demand with a controlled first run. You learn what your customers actually buy. Then you scale what works.
🎯 The Core Principle: Low MOQ wholesale isn't just about spending less upfront. It's about making smarter, data-driven inventory decisions. Brands that scale fast in the adult novelty space almost always start with small, targeted test orders—not large speculative buys.6
Low MOQ adult novelty wholesale allows buyers to enter the market with controlled initial investment, test product-market fit before scaling, and build supplier relationships without the financial pressure of large minimum commitments. Manufacturers like VF Pleasure offer flexible MOQ options specifically designed to support wholesale buyers at every stage—from first order to high-volume reorder.
The Real Cost of Ignoring MOQ Flexibility 💵
Here's what I see happen when buyers skip the low MOQ conversation:
They find a supplier with attractive per-unit pricing. The minimum is 1,500 units. They commit. The product arrives and sells—but slower than expected. Cash is tied up in stock. They can't afford to test the next SKU. Growth stalls.
Compare that to the low MOQ path:
| Buying Approach | First Order Size | Capital Required | Market Test Possible? | Flexibility to Iterate? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High MOQ (traditional) | 1,500–2,500 units | $25,000–$60,000+ | ❌ No | ❌ Very low |
| Low MOQ (VF Pleasure) | 300–500 units | $5,000–$18,000 | ✅ Yes | ✅ High |
| Reorder (after first run) | 200–300 units | Lower per-unit cost | ✅ Yes | ✅ Very high |
💡 The reorder advantage: Once your first run is complete and tooling is set, reorder quantities drop and lead times shorten. That means your second run is faster, cheaper, and built on real sales data—not guesswork.
Why low MOQ matters most for new and growing stores:
- ✅ Test multiple product types without over-committing to any single SKU
- ✅ Identify your best-sellers before your next buying cycle
- ✅ Protect cash flow for marketing, operations, and new product development
- ✅ Adjust your product mix based on actual customer feedback
- ✅ Build a supplier relationship before scaling volume
The adult novelty wholesale market is growing fast in the sexual wellness and self-care segments. Low MOQ sourcing lets you move quickly—and that speed is a real competitive advantage.
Where Are the Best Places to Buy Adult Novelties Wholesale with Low MOQ? 🌍
Not every sourcing channel gives you access to low MOQ suppliers—and not every channel is appropriate for every buying stage. Knowing which channel to use, and when, saves you weeks of wasted outreach.
I've sourced adult toys across every major channel available. Here's how they honestly compare for wholesale buyers who need flexible minimums.
🌟 Channel Truth: The most reliable low MOQ adult novelty wholesale suppliers are found through direct manufacturer outreach—not always on the first page of a platform search.7 The buyers who find the best suppliers are the ones who go beyond the directory listing and reach out directly with a specific, professional inquiry.
The best places to buy adult novelties wholesale with low MOQ include direct OEM manufacturer outreach, B2B online platforms like Alibaba and Global Sources, industry trade fairs, and professional networks like LinkedIn. Direct manufacturer sourcing consistently delivers the best combination of flexible MOQ, pricing, customization capability, and compliance documentation for wholesale buyers.8
Sourcing Channel Breakdown: Where to Find Low MOQ Adult Novelty Wholesale Suppliers 🔎
Here's the honest breakdown of every major sourcing channel available to you right now:
🔸 Channel 1: Direct OEM Manufacturer Outreach (Best Overall)
Going directly to a manufacturer like VF Pleasure eliminates the middleman, gives you factory-direct pricing, and opens the door to private label and OEM customization that no distributor can offer.
Advantages of direct manufacturer sourcing:
| Factor | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Factory-direct—no distributor margin added |
| MOQ | Flexible—starting from 300–500 units |
| Customization | Full OEM/ODM and private label options available |
| Documentation | Batch-specific compliance certificates on request |
| Samples | Free sample providing for qualified B2B buyers |
| Support | Dedicated account manager, Mon–Fri 9am–5pm |
💡 At VF Pleasure, you can request up to 3 free samples—you only need to cover the shipping cost, which is approximately $39. That's the most affordable way to evaluate product quality before any bulk commitment.
🔸 Channel 2: B2B Online Platforms
Platforms like Alibaba, Global Sources, and Made-in-China are useful for identifying supplier candidates—but they come with important caveats.
Platform comparison for adult novelty wholesale buyers:
| Platform | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Alibaba | Wide selection, supplier verification, Trade Assurance | Risk of middlemen, quality varies widely |
| Global Sources | Higher-quality supplier listings, detailed profiles | Smaller supplier pool |
| Made-in-China | Factory profiles with verification badges | Some suppliers require large bulk orders |
⚠️ My recommendation: Use B2B platforms to build your shortlist—then move to direct manufacturer contact for verification, sample requests, and documentation review before placing any order. Never commit to a bulk order based on a platform listing alone.
🔸 Channel 3: Adult Product Trade Fairs
Trade fairs give you face-to-face access to manufacturers, live product demonstrations, and the ability to physically inspect samples before committing. Major events include:
- China (Shenzhen) International Adult Products Expo — See our Shenzhen expo guide for planning support
- Shanghai Adult Products Expo — See our Shanghai expo guide
- Canton Fair, Guangzhou — Broad manufacturing access across categories
💡 VF Pleasure attends and exhibits at major adult product expos. If you plan a China sourcing trip, our team can assist with invitations, booth visits, and product demonstrations. See our full China Sex Expo 2025 sourcing guide for practical preparation advice.
🔸 Channel 4: LinkedIn and Professional Networks
LinkedIn is one of the most underused but highly effective sourcing channels for adult novelty wholesale buyers. A direct connection request to a manufacturer's sales team, with a professional company introduction, often gets a faster and more detailed response than a platform inquiry.
Peer referrals from other store owners who have already sourced from a supplier for two or three years carry more credibility than any platform rating. Industry forums and professional associations are also worth engaging for supplier recommendations.
What Products Can You Buy Wholesale from a Low MOQ Adult Toy Manufacturer? 📦
The range of products available through a low MOQ adult novelty wholesale partner is broader than most buyers expect. You don't need a different supplier for each product category.
A full-service adult toy manufacturer covers your entire store catalog—which simplifies logistics, documentation, and relationship management significantly.
🌟 One Partner, Full Range: Working with a manufacturer who covers your complete product range means one set of compliance documents, one quality standard, one account manager, and one shipping relationship. That operational simplicity compounds into real business efficiency over time.
Low MOQ adult novelty wholesale buyers can access a full product range through manufacturers like VF Pleasure—including vibrators, female sex toys, male adult toys, thrusting sex toys, couples toys, and private label sex toys—all available with flexible MOQ options, certified quality assurance, and custom branding capability.
The Full Product Range Available at Low MOQ from VF Pleasure 🗂️
Here's what's available for wholesale buyers—all with flexible MOQ options and free sample providing:
🔹 Vibrators
Our most popular wholesale category—covering the full spectrum from entry-level to premium connected devices.
Browse our full vibrator wholesale range, including:
- Rabbit vibrators
- Bullet vibrators
- Wand massagers and body massager devices
- Clitoral stimulators and sucking vibrators
- App-connected smart vibrators
See also: Top 5 Trending Vibrators Wholesale 2026 and Smart Vibrator Trends 2025
🔹 Female Sex Toys
Our female sex toys wholesale range covers the sexual wellness, intimate wellness, and pelvic health device segments—including products that can be positioned for mainstream wellness marketing:
- Egg vibrators and kegel balls (pelvic health devices)
- G-spot vibrators
- Clitoral stimulators (clitoral stimulator exporter catalog available)
- Female wellness devices for self-care positioning
- Menopause devices — a fast-growing category for health-focused retail
🔹 Male Adult Toys
Our male adult toys wholesale range includes:
- Prostate massagers
- Male masturbators and vibrating masturbators
- Penis massagers (penis massager wholesale factory pricing available)
- Male vibrators
See also: Male Sex Toy Trends 2025 Retailer Profit Guide
🔹 Thrusting Sex Toys
Our thrusting sex toys wholesale range is one of the fastest-growing categories in adult novelty retail:
- Thrusting vibrators (OEM and ODM options available)
- Thrusting anal vibrators
- Penetration vibrators
See: China Thrusting Vibrator Suppliers OEM ODM Low MOQ
🔹 Couples Toys
Our couples toys wholesale range supports the intimacy and shared sexual wellness segment:
- App-controlled dual-use wearable devices
- Remote-controlled couples vibes
- Long-distance intimacy devices
🔹 Private Label Sex Toys
Our private label sex toys program covers every category above—with your branding applied across color, logo, and packaging:
- Custom packaging: eco-friendly materials, luxury gift boxes, or discreet minimalist designs
- Logo engraving or print
- Branded storage pouches and accessories
- Marketing assets including high-resolution product images
Product category summary for wholesale buyers:
| Category | Key Products | Positioning Angle |
|---|---|---|
| Vibrators | Rabbit, bullet, wand, clitoral, app-connected | Sexual wellness, self-care |
| Female Sex Toys | Egg vibrators, G-spot, kegel, clitoral stimulators | Intimate wellness, pelvic health |
| Male Adult Toys | Masturbators, prostate massagers, penis massagers | Male intimate wellness |
| Thrusting Sex Toys | Thrusting vibrators, anal thrusting devices | Premium adult novelty |
| Couples Toys | App-controlled, remote wearable | Intimacy, shared wellness |
| Private Label | All of the above, custom branded | Brand building, premium margin |
How Do You Verify a Low MOQ Adult Novelty Wholesale Supplier Before Ordering? ✅
Every supplier in the adult novelty wholesale market claims to be reliable. The ones who actually are can prove it—with documentation, with samples, and with specific answers to direct questions.
I've verified hundreds of supplier inquiries over 15 years. Most buyers skip the verification steps because they feel like extra work. That's the mistake. One bad bulk order costs far more than the time a proper verification takes.
⚠️ The Verification Rule: If a manufacturer refuses to provide credentials, certifications, or samples—treat that as an immediate red flag. No legitimate, experienced adult toy manufacturer hesitates on this. They want your long-term business and know that transparency builds it.
Verifying a low MOQ adult novelty wholesale supplier requires checking business registration, reviewing certifications (ISO, CE, ASTM, EN71), requesting product samples, reading client reviews, and conducting a factory audit or pre-shipment inspection. Each step removes a layer of risk before you commit your budget to a production order.
The 5-Step Supplier Verification Framework for Adult Novelty Wholesale Buyers 🔎
Use this exact framework on every new supplier before your first bulk order.
✅ Step 1: Check Business Registration
Use official Chinese or global business registries to confirm the supplier is a registered legal entity. This is your most basic protection against fraud.
What to confirm:
- Legal business name and registration number
- Registered address (should match the stated manufacturing location)
- Years of registration (longer is generally better for adult toy factories)
✅ Step 2: Review Certifications
Certifications tell you what quality and compliance standards the manufacturer meets. For adult novelty wholesale products, the key certifications are:
| Certification | What It Covers | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 9001 | Quality management system | Confirms documented, audited production processes |
| CE Marking | EU product safety conformity | Required for EU retail access |
| RoHS Compliance | Restricted hazardous substances | Required for EU and US market safety |
| REACH Compliance | Chemical regulation | EU chemical safety access |
| SGS Food-Grade Silicone | Raw material safety | Critical for all internally-used products |
| ASTM / EN71 | Product safety standards | Market-specific compliance |
⚠️ Always request batch-specific documentation—not a generic certificate. A certificate with no production batch number tied to your order is not meaningful compliance documentation. It is a risk.
✅ Step 3: Request Product Samples
A physical sample tells you what no catalog photo or specification sheet can:
- Material feel — Food-grade platinum silicone vs. TPE is immediately distinguishable by touch
- Motor noise — Run it and judge. Under 45dB is the standard for intimate products at premium price points
- Vibration quality — Deep rumble indicates a quality motor. Surface buzz indicates a weak one
- Build durability — Check seams, buttons, waterproof seal, and charging port construction
- Packaging fit — Does the unboxing experience match the price you plan to charge?
At VF Pleasure, we offer up to 3 free samples for qualified B2B buyers—you only cover the shipping cost of approximately $39. We ship them promptly and include high-resolution product images for your evaluation.
✅ Step 4: Read Reviews and Case Studies
Request testimonials from past wholesale clients. Ask specifically:
- What was their first order experience like?
- How did the supplier handle quality issues?
- Were delivery timelines met consistently?
- How responsive is the account manager on an ongoing basis?
✅ Step 5: Conduct a Factory Audit or Pre-Shipment Inspection
For your first bulk order from any new supplier:
- Request pre-shipment photo and video documentation of your production batch
- Review 100% motor test records before shipment release
- Consider hiring a third-party inspector for an on-site factory visit
- Confirm AQL defect rate documentation for your batch
💡 Partnering with an experienced OEM toy manufacturer improves quality and consistency. A reliable manufacturer welcomes pre-shipment inspection—they want your long-term business and understand that quality verification protects the relationship on both sides.
For a deeper look at this process, see our guides on verifying adult toy quality from Chinese suppliers and how to find a reliable adult toy manufacturer for wholesale.
How Can Private Label and OEM Options Grow Your Adult Novelty Business? 🏷️
Wholesale reselling puts your store in direct price competition with every other buyer carrying the same products. Margins compress. Differentiation disappears. Customers switch for a few dollars difference.
Private label and OEM solutions break that pattern entirely. When your product has your brand name, your packaging, your color, and your story—customers can't comparison shop it directly. That's pricing power. That's margin protection. That's the next level of adult novelty wholesale.
🌟 The Brand Advantage: The adult novelty brands growing fastest right now are not the ones with the cheapest wholesale prices. They're the ones with the clearest brand identity, the most trusted materials, and the most distinctive product presentation. Private label manufacturing is how you build that.
Private label and OEM adult novelty manufacturing allows wholesale buyers to develop exclusive branded products that command premium retail pricing and cannot be directly undercut by competitors. VF Pleasure offers OEM/ODM solutions, private label services, flexible MOQ options, certified quality assurance, and custom product development—enabling stores of all sizes to launch branded product lines without large upfront investment.
Three Brand-Building Models Available at Low MOQ 🚀
Choose the model that fits your store's current stage:
🔹 Model 1: ODM Private Label (Fastest Path to a Branded Product)
You select an existing, market-tested design from our catalog. We apply your branding—logo, color, packaging—to the proven base product.
| Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| MOQ | 300–400 units |
| Timeline | 8–10 weeks |
| Tooling cost | None (existing molds) |
| Customization | Color, logo, packaging, accessories |
| Risk level | Very low |
Best for: First-time private label buyers, stores testing branded adult novelty for the first time, or buyers who want fast time-to-market.
🔹 Model 2: Full OEM Custom Development
You bring a design brief. We engineer and manufacture a product to your exact specifications—custom mold, custom function, custom everything.
| Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| MOQ | 500–800 units |
| Timeline | 14–18 weeks |
| Tooling cost | $2,000–$6,000 (one-time, your exclusive mold) |
| Customization | Complete—every design element is exclusive to your brand |
| Risk level | Low (prototype approval required before production) |
Best for: Established stores ready to create an exclusive, uncopiable product line.
🔹 Model 3: Hybrid ODM → OEM Scaling Strategy
Start with an ODM private label first run to validate the market. Use real customer feedback to brief a full OEM custom design for your second run.
💡 This is the model I recommend most often for growing adult novelty wholesale brands. You test demand with a low-risk ODM run—then invest in full OEM exclusivity once you have real data on what your customers love. The result is a fully branded, fully exclusive product built on market evidence—not assumptions.
The full customization process at VF Pleasure covers six stages:
- Concept finalization — Design brief and target specifications
- 3D prototyping — CAD model review and approval
- Material selection — Food-grade platinum silicone, ABS, or combination
- Mold creation — Your exclusive tooling (OEM) or existing mold (ODM)
- Production run — With 100% motor testing and documented QC
- Quality certification — Batch-specific SGS, RoHS, CE documentation
Custom packaging options available for all private label orders:
- 🌿 Eco-friendly sustainable materials
- 🎁 Luxury gift box presentation
- 📦 Discreet minimalist designs for privacy-focused brands
Marketing support included:
- High-resolution product images ready for your online store and wholesale catalog
For more on the private label model, see our private label sex toys business guide, wholesale private label adult products guide 2025, and 5 tips to build an affordable private label sex toys project.
Conclusion 🌟
Finding reliable adult novelties wholesale with low minimum order quantities comes down to one decision: choosing a manufacturing partner with verified experience, flexible MOQ options, certified materials, and the OEM capability to grow with your business.
Start with a free sample request, verify compliance documentation, and build from there into private label and OEM solutions that protect your margins and set your store apart.
🚀 BUY ADULT NOVELTIES WHOLESALE WITH LOW MOQ FROM VF PLEASURE
Visit VFPleasure.com to get started today:
- 📦 Adult Novelty Wholesale Direct — Bulk sex toys, wholesale pricing
- 🏷️ Private Label Sex Toys — Custom branding from 300 units
- 📳 Vibrators Wholesale — Full range, flexible MOQ
- 👩 Female Sex Toys — Wellness-positioned wholesale range
- 👨 Male Adult Toys — Full male intimate wellness catalog
- 💑 Couples Toys — App-controlled and remote wholesale range
- ⚙️ OEM/ODM Solutions — End-to-end from concept to delivery
- 💬 Contact Our Team — Available Mon–Fri 9am–5pm CST | WhatsApp and email support available
Request our free B2B consultation: Full Adult Novelty Wholesale Catalog + Free Sample Application (up to 3 samples, ~$39 shipping only) + Flexible MOQ Pricing Guide—all in one inquiry.
References
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A Model For Evaluating Supply Contract With Minimum Quantity Commitment And Flexibility — Academia.edu
Research·General Support
📌 Supports: "The suppliers who offer flexible MOQ options, certified quality assurance, and free sample programs represent the portion of the market that's genuinely ready to support your business growth."⚠️ Scope Note: This source supports that flexible MOQ, quality assurance, and sample programs are recognized supplier capabilities used in business evaluation—it does not directly prove that these features alone guarantee readiness to support growth. The claim is interpretive and contextual.
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Comprehensive Guide to Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) in China — DocShipper
Research·General Support
📌 Supports: "You can buy adult novelties wholesale with low minimum order quantities by sourcing directly from experienced OEM adult toy manufacturers in China."⚠️ Scope Note: This source contextualizes how MOQ structures work in Chinese OEM supply chains. It does not prove that low MOQ is universally available across all Chinese adult novelty manufacturers—supplier-specific verification is still required.
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Assessing the Best Supplier Selection Criteria in Supply Chain Management — PMC / NCBI
Education·General Support
📌 Supports: "The adult novelty wholesale market rewards buyers who know how to source."⚠️ Scope Note: This is a general procurement principle drawn from supply chain research—it is not an empirical finding specific to the adult novelty sector. Treat as contextual framing rather than direct sector evidence.
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Pricing Decisions During Panic Buying and Its Effect on a Dual Supply Chain — PMC / NCBI
Education·General Support
📌 Supports: "Skip those steps and you end up with a warehouse of slow-moving products you can't return."⚠️ Scope Note: This source supports the general risk that poor purchasing decisions can lead to excess inventory and slow-moving stock. Whether products can be returned depends on individual seller contracts and terms—the no-return implication in the original claim is not universally true.
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Raw Material Minimum Order Quantity Optimization — DSpace@MIT (PDF)
Education·Mechanism
📌 Supports: "Low MOQ wholesale changes that equation entirely."⚠️ Scope Note: This source supports the mechanism by which smaller minimum orders reduce upfront financial commitment and purchasing risk. The word "entirely" overstates certainty—the actual degree of change depends on product margins, demand velocity, and lead times in each specific context.
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Market Research and Competitive Analysis — U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Government·Expert Consensus
📌 Supports: "Brands that scale fast in the adult novelty space almost always start with small, targeted test orders—not large speculative buys."⚠️ Scope Note: This source supports the general strategic principle that market testing before scaling reduces launch risk. The phrase "almost always" is too strong without sector-wide data—scaling outcomes vary significantly by business model, product category, and market timing.
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Evaluating the Drivers of B2B Performance: An Empirical Investigation — PMC / NIH
Research·General Support
📌 Supports: "The most reliable low MOQ adult novelty wholesale suppliers are found through direct manufacturer outreach—not always on the first page of a platform search."⚠️ Scope Note: This source supports the broader principle that direct B2B outreach is an important supplier discovery channel and that platform search results may be incomplete. Reliability comparisons across sourcing channels are difficult to prove universally—outcomes vary by region, product category, and buyer experience.
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Strategic Interaction of Original Equipment Manufacturers Between Supply Chain Members — PMC
Research·Expert Consensus
📌 Supports: "Direct manufacturer sourcing consistently delivers the best combination of flexible MOQ, pricing, customization capability, and compliance documentation for wholesale buyers."⚠️ Scope Note: This source supports the principle that direct OEM sourcing can improve pricing transparency, customization access, and documentation control. The phrase "best combination" is a comparative claim—it should be treated as a contextual conclusion rather than absolute proof, as outcomes vary across buyer contexts, categories, and supply chain configurations.















