IU Eyewear is a factory-direct wholesale acetate glasses frames supplier and manufacturer based in Danyang, China — the global center of eyewear production. We supply premium cellulose acetate optical frames to distributors, optical stores, retail chains, and private label eyewear brands across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Our wholesale acetate glasses frames are made from certified Italian and Japanese cellulose acetate — the same material grades used by leading luxury eyewear houses. Every frame goes through CNC precision milling, multi-stage hand polishing, and full quality inspection before shipment.
Whether you need in-stock wholesale acetate frames for fast delivery, custom logo branding for private label, or full OEM acetate eyewear production from your own designs — IU Eyewear provides a complete supply solution with low MOQ from 100 pcs per model.
✅ In-stock acetate frames ship in 5–10 working days
✅ Low MOQ from 100 pcs per model
✅ OEM, ODM & private label supported
✅ Premium Italian & Japanese cellulose acetate material
✅ EN ISO 12870 & ANSI Z80.1 compliant
✅ 500+ acetate styles in active collection
Wholesale acetate glasses frames are optical frames manufactured from cellulose acetate — a plant-based polymer derived from cotton linters and wood pulp. Unlike injection-molded plastic frames, acetate frames are CNC-milled from layered acetate sheets, giving each frame distinctive color depth, translucency, and a premium finish that standard plastic cannot replicate.
Cellulose acetate is the gold-standard material in premium eyewear manufacturing, chosen by optical brands worldwide for its combination of color richness, structural flexibility, and skin-friendly comfort. This makes wholesale acetate glasses frames the preferred choice for fashion-forward optical collections in Europe, North America, and premium Asian markets.
Key advantages of cellulose acetate glasses frames:
· Rich layered color patterns — tortoiseshell, marble, gradient, transparent
· Lightweight and hypoallergenic — comfortable for all-day wear, skin-friendly
· Superior durability and shape retention — resists warping, cracking, and color fade
· High-gloss premium polish — supports higher retail price points
· Naturally flexible — adjustable by opticians without heat damage risk
· Eco-friendly plant-based material — increasingly preferred by sustainability-conscious brands
IU Eyewear's wholesale acetate glasses frames collection covers every major optical frame style. All styles are available in stock for immediate wholesale ordering, with 30–50 new acetate frame designs added monthly.
Bold, angular square wholesale acetate frames in solid, tortoiseshell, and transparent acetate. The most popular style for men's and unisex optical collections. Strong retail sell-through in Europe and North America. Available in standard and large fit.
Vintage-inspired round and oval acetate optical frames in classic tortoiseshell, matte black, and layered color patterns. A consistent bestseller for fashion-forward optical boutiques and independent eyewear brands seeking distinctive wholesale acetate inventory.
Clean-lined rectangular wholesale acetate eyeglass frames in thin and standard profiles. Versatile for prescription optical and fashion use — ideal for corporate and professional markets in the US, UK, and Germany. Available in full-rim and semi-rimless constructions.
Large-format wholesale acetate glasses frames in wide, bold designs for women's fashion optical collections. High-margin style category with strong demand in Middle East, European fashion retail, and Latin American optical markets.
Feminine and fashion-forward cat-eye wholesale acetate frames — from subtle to dramatic upsweep. Available in solid colors, tortoiseshell, and two-tone layered acetate patterns. Popular in European, Middle Eastern, and Latin American optical markets.
Clear and lightly tinted transparent acetate optical frames — one of the fastest-growing wholesale acetate frames categories globally. Available in crystal clear, soft pink, light blue, pale yellow, and pastel tints. Strong wholesale demand across all markets.
Hexagonal, octagonal, and angular geometric wholesale acetate eyeglass frames for fashion-conscious optical buyers. Ideal for independent eyewear labels and boutique optical stores seeking differentiated inventory beyond standard shapes.
Keyhole bridges, thick profiles, and bold color blocking — wholesale acetate glasses frames designed for retro-inspired eyewear collections. Popular with specialty optical stores, vintage fashion retail buyers, and heritage eyewear brands.
Stock wholesale reading glasses frames in acetate — compact, folding, and standard profiles in mixed-diopter assortment packs. Popular for pharmacy chains, optical pop-up stores, and value-tier distributors seeking high-turnover acetate eyewear inventory.
Fashion wholesale acetate sunglasses frames in oversized, cat-eye, square, and round designs. UV400 compatible, with custom acetate color and logo options for seasonal brand collections. High-margin wholesale category for fashion optical buyers.
Understanding the difference between cellulose acetate and standard injection plastic helps wholesale buyers position their acetate optical frames collections at the right price tier.
Feature | Wholesale Acetate Glasses Frames | Injection Plastic Frames |
Material source | Plant-based cellulose acetate | Petroleum-based polymer |
Color depth | Layered tortoiseshell, marble, gradient | Solid or simple two-tone only |
Durability | High — resists cracking & color fade | Standard — prone to warping over time |
Flexibility | Naturally flexible, optician-adjustable | Less flexible, can crack under pressure |
Hypoallergenic | Yes — nickel-free, skin-friendly | Generally yes, varies by material |
Finish & polish | Premium high-gloss, luxury appearance | Standard gloss, lower perceived value |
Retail price tier | Mid to premium — supports higher margins | Value to mid tier |
Best for | Fashion brands, optical boutiques | Volume retail, entry-level optical |
IU Eyewear supports every level of customization on wholesale acetate glasses frames — from simple logo printing on in-stock models to fully exclusive OEM acetate designs developed from your specifications.
Brand your wholesale acetate glasses frames with professional logo application. Supported techniques for acetate material:
· Silk screen printing — full-color logo on acetate temple arms
· Pad printing — precise logo on curved acetate surfaces
· Hot stamping — gold, silver, or color foil for luxury acetate frames
· Logo placement: inner temples, outer temples, demo lenses
MOQ: 100 pcs per model. Branded samples provided before bulk production confirmation.
Launch your own eyewear brand on our in-stock wholesale acetate glasses frames — without new mold investment. Our private label acetate program includes logo printing or engraving, custom branded cases and packaging, and exclusive colorway selection from existing acetate molds. Fastest route to market for optical stores and distributors building their own acetate eyewear brand.
Full OEM acetate glasses frames manufacturing from your CAD drawings and specifications — including premium acetate material selection, custom color and pattern development, mold production with ownership transfer, and hinge, nose pad, and temple tip customization. Lead time: 45–60 working days from design confirmation.
No in-house design team? Our ODM program delivers trend-aligned concept sketches, 3D renderings, and custom acetate color palette development for exclusive wholesale acetate glasses frames collections. Design fee refundable upon bulk order confirmation. Full design rights transferred to the buyer.
Premium Italian & Japanese Acetate Material We source cellulose acetate sheets exclusively from certified Italian and Japanese suppliers — the same premium grades used by leading luxury eyewear brands. Every wholesale acetate glasses frames order starts with verified, top-quality raw material.
In-Stock Supply for Fast Wholesale Delivery With 500+ wholesale acetate glasses frames styles in ready stock, in-stock orders ship within 5–10 working days — helping optical stores and distributors respond quickly to market demand without long production lead times.
Factory-Direct Pricing — No Middlemen As an acetate glasses frames manufacturer and exporter, IU Eyewear provides transparent, factory-direct pricing. You receive manufacturer cost, not trading company markups — ensuring competitive margins on your wholesale acetate optical collection.
Low MOQ — Accessible for All Buyer Types MOQ from 100 pcs per model makes factory-direct wholesale acetate frames accessible for independent optical stores, regional distributors, and new brand launches — not just large importers. Mix styles within one shipment to build a diversified collection.
Strict Multi-Stage Quality Control Every batch of wholesale acetate glasses frames undergoes incoming material inspection, in-process QC checks, and final pre-shipment inspection. We provide QC reports and maintain defect rates below industry standard — reducing returns for your business.
International Compliance & Export Documentation Wholesale acetate glasses frames meet EN ISO 12870 (Europe) and ANSI Z80.1 (USA) optical standards. CE test reports, Certificates of Origin (CO / Form E for ASEAN buyers), and full export documentation included with every wholesale order.
Monthly New Acetate Frame Designs IU Eyewear adds 30–50 new wholesale acetate glasses frames styles every month, tracking international eyewear trends from Silmo Paris, MIDO Milan, and Vision Expo. Established buyers receive regular new arrival notices.
IU Eyewear ships wholesale acetate glasses frames to optical buyers across 50+ countries. Our compliance knowledge and export experience helps buyers in every region import efficiently.
Europe — CE-marked acetate optical frames compliant with EN ISO 12870. Strong demand for layered tortoiseshell, transparent, and geometric acetate frames in Germany, France, Italy, UK, Spain, and Scandinavia. EUR1 certificates available.
USA & Canada — ANSI Z80.1-compliant wholesale acetate eyeglass frames for independent opticians, optical chains, and fashion eyewear importers. Strong demand for square, rectangular, and transparent acetate styles.
Middle East — Premium acetate glasses frames for distributors in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar. High demand for oversized acetate, bold tortoiseshell, and luxury hot-stamp logo finishes.
Southeast Asia — Form E (ASEAN FTA) available to reduce import duties. Serving distributors in Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines with competitive pricing and fast shipping.
Latin America — Factory-direct wholesale acetate eyeglass frames for importers in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina. Certificate of Origin available. Strong demand for cat-eye, oversized, and retro round acetate styles.
Australia & New Zealand — Premium cellulose acetate optical frames for Australian and New Zealand optical distributors and independent eyewear brands seeking fashion-forward wholesale acetate inventory.
What is the MOQ for wholesale acetate glasses frames?
Our wholesale acetate glasses frames MOQ starts from 100 pcs per model — for both in-stock styles and custom logo acetate eyewear. For OEM acetate frame production, MOQ varies by design. You can mix different acetate frame styles within one shipment, with 100 pcs MOQ per model.
What is the lead time for wholesale acetate glasses frames?
In-stock wholesale acetate glasses frames ship within 5–10 working days after payment confirmation. OEM custom acetate frame production takes 45–60 working days from design confirmation. Samples take 7–10 days to prepare and are refundable on bulk order confirmation.
Can I add my logo to wholesale acetate glasses frames?
Yes. We support silk screen printing, pad printing, and hot stamping on acetate glasses frames — placed on inner temples, outer temples, or demo lenses. MOQ 100 pcs per model. A branded sample is provided for approval before bulk production.
What styles of wholesale acetate glasses frames do you offer?
Square, round/oval, rectangular, oversized, cat-eye, geometric (hexagonal, octagonal), retro/vintage, transparent, and combination styles — in men's, women's, and unisex sizing. New styles added monthly.
What is the difference between cellulose acetate and injection plastic frames?
Acetate frames are CNC-milled from layered acetate sheets, giving them superior color depth (tortoiseshell, marble, gradient), higher durability, natural flexibility, and a premium polish that injection plastic cannot replicate — supporting higher retail price points.
Are your wholesale acetate glasses frames compliant with international standards?
Yes. Our wholesale acetate glasses frames comply with EN ISO 12870 (Europe) and ANSI Z80.1 (USA). CE test reports and Certificates of Origin (CO / Form E) are available with each wholesale order.
Do you offer private label acetate glasses frames?
Yes. Our private label acetate glasses frames program allows you to brand in-stock acetate styles with your logo and packaging — no new mold investment required. We also offer full OEM acetate frame development for exclusive designs.
What acetate material grades do you use?
We source cellulose acetate exclusively from certified Italian and Japanese suppliers — the same premium grades used by leading luxury eyewear brands. We do not use lower-grade acetate substitutes, ensuring consistent color, texture, and durability across all wholesale orders.
Can I mix different acetate frame styles in one wholesale order?
Yes. For in-stock wholesale acetate glasses frames, you can mix styles within one shipment — with MOQ of 100 pcs per model. This allows optical buyers to test multiple styles and build a diversified collection with a single factory-direct order.
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