Professional Product Sourcing Services from China

Timelines vary by product complexity, but here’s a typical breakdown:

• Supplier identification: 1-2 weeks
• Sample production: 2-4 weeks
• Sample revisions: 1-3 weeks (if needed)
• Mass production: 3-8 weeks (depends on order size)
• Shipping: 3-6 weeks (sea) or 5-7 days (air)

Total time: Typically 10-20 weeks from initial contact to delivery. Rush orders can be accommodated with air freight and expedited production.

Our fee structure is transparent and based on project scope:

• Commission-based: 5-8% of order value (most common for ongoing relationships)
• Project-based: Fixed fee for specific projects
• Retainer: Monthly fee for ongoing sourcing support

What’s included: Supplier verification, negotiation, quality control, compliance support, and logistics coordination. Most clients save 15-28% through our negotiation skills, far exceeding our service fees.

Free consultation: We offer a no-obligation 30-minute consultation to assess your needs and provide a custom quote.

Quality assurance is built into our entire process:

• Factory verification: We visit factories to assess production capabilities
• Sample approval: Multiple revision rounds until perfect
• DUPRO inspections: During-production quality checks
• PSI (Pre-shipment inspection): Final inspection before shipping
• AQL standards: Statistical sampling based on international standards
• Third-party testing: Lab testing for compliance (when required)

Our record: 98.6% client acceptance rate with less than 0.5% complaint rate over 20 years.

MOQ varies significantly by product category:

• Standard products: Often 500-1,000 units
• Custom products: Typically 1,000-3,000 units
• High-value items: May be as low as 100-300 units
• Simple products: Can reach 5,000-10,000 units

Our advantage: We can often negotiate lower MOQs for test orders, especially for promising long-term partnerships. Some of our textile products start at just 100 pieces.

Compliance is where our 20 years of experience truly shows:

• Requirement assessment: We identify all applicable regulations for your target market
• Testing coordination: Arrange third-party lab testing (SGS, TÜV, Intertek)
• Documentation: Ensure all certifications and test reports are in order
• HS code classification: Proper customs classification to optimize duties
• Ongoing monitoring: Stay updated on regulation changes

Common certifications we handle: CE, RoHS, REACH, FCC, FDA, CPSC, PSE, UKCA, and more.

Zero failures: We’ve maintained a perfect record with no major compliance issues or product recalls in 20 years.

Yes, we can coordinate product development services:

• Concept to prototype: Work with factories that offer design services
• Material selection: Guidance on cost-effective materials
• Modification support: Adapt existing products to your specifications
• Mold development: For custom plastic or metal parts
• Packaging design: Coordinate with packaging suppliers

While we’re not product designers ourselves, we have strong relationships with factories that offer design-to-manufacturing services and can guide you through the entire development process.

IP protection is a valid concern when sourcing from China. Here’s our approach:

• NDA agreements: We ensure suppliers sign non-disclosure agreements
• Trusted manufacturers: Work only with verified, reputable factories
• Partial production: Split production across multiple suppliers for sensitive components
• China trademark registration: We recommend registering your brand in China
• Contract protection: Proper legal agreements with clear IP clauses

Reality check: While no method is 100% foolproof, working with an experienced agent significantly reduces IP risks compared to going direct.

We welcome both startups and established businesses. Our client portfolio includes:

• Startups: First-time importers testing product concepts
• E-commerce sellers: Amazon, Shopify, and marketplace sellers
• Small-medium businesses: Companies growing their product lines
• Large corporations: Fortune 500 companies optimizing supply chains

For startups specifically: We offer flexible MOQ negotiations, cost-effective sampling options, and educational support to help you navigate your first import successfully.