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72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box

72 professional watercolor pencils in premium tin box — top-tier art set for retail, gift, and online art supply channels

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72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box

Product Overview

At the premium end of the art supply category, buyers need a product that can sustain high retail pricing through genuine product depth — not just elaborate packaging. The 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in a Premium Tin Box is the top-tier product in our watercolor range: 72 water-soluble colors, professional-grade core formulation, structured tin-box presentation, and a track record as an Amazon best-seller in the premium art set category.

The 72-color watercolor palette represents the highest count available in our range, covering the full visible spectrum at a level of resolution that satisfies even professional artist requirements. The palette includes multiple warm and cool variants of each primary, a complete neutral gray scale, an extended skin tone range for portraiture, specialized botanical greens, and transitional mixed tones that cannot be reproduced by mixing from a smaller palette. This is the set that professional illustrators, botanical artists, and advanced art students reach for when palette limitations become a barrier to the work.

The 3.8mm professional-grade water-soluble cores are formulated for high pigment density and strong water activation, producing deep, luminous wash effects that reward both careful wet technique and spontaneous expressive use. Barrels are manufactured from FSC-certified basswood selected for consistent sharpening performance around the professional-grade water-soluble formulation. All pigments are EN71-3 compliant for heavy metals and REACH SVHC tested. Wood barrels carry FSC Chain-of-Custody code ESTS-COC-251233 (verifiable at info.fsc.org) at standard 175mm length, kiln-dried to 8–12% moisture content for consistent sharpening across the full 72-color professional palette.

The premium tin box packaging is engineered for the gift retail and online marketplace channel: durable metal lid-and-base format, structured inner tray that presents the full 72-color palette at a glance, and an aesthetic that photographs to justify premium online pricing. The tin doubles as a long-term storage container, extending brand exposure beyond the initial purchase and supporting the keepsake-value positioning that premium art buyers respond to. Custom tin printing, OEM branding, and private label customization are available. FSC and BSCI certifications provided. An established choice for premium 72-color watercolor pencil set wholesale from China and professional artist pencil OEM for gift retail and online art supply programs.

Samples with custom tin specifications are available for evaluation and product photography review before production approval. Full FSC, BSCI, and EN71-3 compliance documentation is provided. The definitive platform for premium 72-color watercolor pencil tin box OEM from China.

Specifications

Colors
72 watercolor
Lead Diameter
3.8mm
Packaging
Premium tin box
Usage
Dry or water-activated
Wood
FSC-certified Basswood

Factory Standards

Daily Capacity
2,000,000 pcs across 58 machines (14 types)
Lead Centering Precision
≥98% perfect alignment (computerized positioning)
Break Resistance
Core point strength ≥2.5 kg under ISO 9177-1 three-point test
Wood Treatment
Kiln-dried 8–12% moisture content, knots-free Grade A selection
Surface Finish
Up to 6-layer water-based lacquer, EN71-3 compliant per color
OEM Print Methods
Hot-foil stamp (1–2 color), screen print (full-color), heat transfer
Quality Inspection
AQL 2.5 pre-shipment sampling via SGS / TÜV / Bureau Veritas
Certifications
FSC · BSCI · ISO 9001

Trusted by Global Retail Giants

Supplying Kmart, TEDI, PEPCO, KiK, B&M, ACTION and HEMA — proven at retail scale across 4 continents.

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  • HEMA logo

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Certifications

FSCBSCIISO 9001

Minimum Order Quantity

8,000 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 8,000 sets. Full CE and EN71 documentation supplied. ASTM available on request.

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Packaging Options

Same pencil, multiple pack formats — choose the retail-ready packaging that matches your channel. All options available from MOQ 8,000 sets. Custom branded packaging design included.

Bulk Pack
72 / 144 pcs
Plain box or shrink-wrapped. Lowest cost per unit. Ideal for school supply distributors and institutional buyers.
Display Card Box
12 / 24 / 36 pcs
Full-color retail display card with Euroslot hang hole. Best for supermarket and drugstore shelf placement.
Blister Card
4 / 6 / 12 pcs
Transparent PVC blister on printed card. High perceived value. Anti-theft peg-hook ready.
Color Box
12 / 24 / 36 / 72 pcs
Custom printed cardboard box. Premium gift-set presentation. Stackable for retail display.
PP Tube / Tin Box
12 / 24 / 48 pcs
Reusable storage tube or metal tin. Extended brand presence. Popular for premium and art pencil lines.
OPP Bag with Header
4 / 6 / 12 pcs
Clear bag with printed cardboard header. Lowest-cost retail packaging. Good for dollar-store and value retail channels.

Need a custom pack format? Contact our OEM team — we design packaging to your retail channel requirements.

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Trusted by Global Retail Giants

Supplying Kmart, TEDI, PEPCO, KiK, B&M, ACTION and HEMA — proven at retail scale across 4 continents.

  • Kmart logo
  • TEDI logo
  • PEPCO logo
  • KiK logo
  • B&M logo
  • ACTION logo
  • HEMA logo

Logos shown are clients we have supplied. Used for referential purposes only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order quantity for 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box?+
The minimum order quantity (MOQ) for 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box is 8,000 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 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box?+
Standard production lead time for 72 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 Ningbo to major European ports typically adds 25–35 days; to US East Coast ports, 30–38 days. Air freight is available for urgent sample shipments.
Is OEM or private-label branding available for 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box?+
Yes. Full OEM and private-label capability is available for 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box from MOQ 8,000 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. Design files accepted in AI, PDF, or EPS format.
What certifications does 72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box carry?+
72 Watercolor Pencil Set in Tin Box is certified to: FSC, BSCI, ISO 9001. FSC confirms responsibly managed wood sourcing. BSCI confirms audited ethical labour conditions. ISO 9001 documents quality management across all production stages. Certificates available on request. Factory undergoes annual third-party re-audits.

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