48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box

48 water-soluble colored pencils in tin box — professional watercolor set for art retailers and education

48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box

Product Overview

Professional art supply retailers, art educators, and premium gift program buyers sourcing high-count watercolor pencil sets need a product that delivers genuine professional-grade versatility: the full palette depth to support serious illustration, botanical art, and portraiture work in both dry and wet media. This 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in a Tin Box is positioned for that professional and advanced hobbyist tier.

The 48 water-soluble colors provide the granular palette coverage that artists need to execute nuanced color work: multiple warm and cool versions of each primary, an extensive earth tone range, a full neutral gray scale, specialty greens for botanical work, and skin tone variants for portraiture. The 3.8mm professional-grade water-soluble core is formulated for high pigment density and strong water release, producing genuine wash depth when water-activated while maintaining adequate firmness for controlled dry drawing. The dual-use capability — dry colored pencil and water-activated watercolor paint — makes this set functionally equivalent to carrying two complete art media in one tin.

Barrels are manufactured from FSC-certified basswood selected for consistent grain and sharpening performance around the water-soluble core formulation. All pigments are EN71-3 compliant and REACH tested. The tin box provides structural protection essential for high-count sets where core breakage during transit is a significant quality risk. FSC and BSCI certifications are provided with every order.

Custom tin printing, OEM branding, color sequence specification, and custom palette curation are available. This product is well-suited to art supply specialty chains, online art supply platforms, educational institution procurement, and premium gift wholesale buyers seeking 48-color watercolor pencil set wholesale from China and professional art pencil OEM for premium retail and art education programs.

Samples with custom tin specifications and palette configuration are available for evaluation. Full FSC, BSCI, and EN71-3 compliance documentation is provided. A capable platform for professional watercolor pencil set OEM from China targeting art retailers and premium gift buyers.

Specifications

Colors
48 watercolor
Lead Diameter
3.8mm
Usage
Dry or water-activated
Packaging
Tin box
Wood
FSC-certified Basswood

Certifications

FSCBSCIISO 9001

Minimum Order Quantity

5,000 sets

Production Lead Time

30–35 days

OEM & Private Label Available

Custom barrel color, logo imprint (silk screen / foil stamp), graphite grade selection, and branded packaging — all available from MOQ 5,000 sets. Full CE, EN71, and ASTM documentation supplied.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order quantity for 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box?
The minimum order quantity (MOQ) for 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box is 5,000 sets. This applies to standard production runs with your choice of customization — barrel color, logo imprint (silk screen or hot stamp), and custom packaging. For quality evaluation before bulk commitment, sample packs of 5–10 units are available; courier costs are typically covered by the buyer on the first sample order and waived on subsequent orders above MOQ. Mixed-product orders combining multiple SKUs each maintain their individual MOQ. Volume pricing tiers apply at 10,000, 50,000, and 100,000+ units. Contact our sales team for a tiered price sheet tailored to your program.
What is the production lead time for 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box?
Standard production lead time for 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box is 30–35 days after order confirmation and receipt of the 30% T/T deposit. This covers production, quality inspection, and pre-shipment testing. Rush production is available at a 15–20% surcharge and can reduce lead time by up to one week depending on current factory capacity. Sea freight from Qingyuan, Zhejiang to major European ports (Hamburg, Rotterdam, Felixstowe) typically adds 28–35 days; to US East Coast ports, 30–38 days. Air freight is available for urgent sample shipments or small supplementary orders.
Is OEM or private-label branding available for 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box?
Yes. Full OEM and private-label capability is available for 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box from MOQ 5,000 sets. Customization options include: barrel color (Pantone-matched lacquer), logo imprint via silk screen or hot foil stamp, custom graphite grade selection, and fully branded retail or shelf-ready packaging. We supply complete compliance documentation — CE, EN71, ASTM D4236, and REACH declarations — to support your import and retail requirements. A digital proof is provided for approval before production begins. Design files are accepted in AI, PDF, or EPS format. Our in-house design team can assist with artwork adaptation at no extra charge.
What certifications does 48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box carry?
48 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box is certified to: FSC, BSCI, ISO 9001. FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification confirms that the wood raw material originates from responsibly managed forests — a mandatory requirement for many European retailer sourcing programs. BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) certification demonstrates that production occurs under audited, ethical labour conditions. ISO 9001 documents our quality management system across all production stages. Copies of current certificates are available on request for your supplier compliance files. Our factory undergoes annual third-party re-audits to maintain all certifications.

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