Start with non-woven and lightweight polyester
Non-woven bags and simple polyester shoppers are usually the first materials to check when a buyer needs inexpensive tote bags, discount tote bags, or cheap totes for high-volume events.
Keep the spec simple
A small size, standard handle, one-color logo, and bulk carton packing are more realistic for under-$1 tote bag targets than heavy canvas, zipper pockets, or complex full-color artwork.
Use the page as a quote filter
Send target quantity, delivery country, logo size, and event date. That helps the factory confirm whether the under-$1 target is practical or whether an under-$3 tote bag spec is safer.