Find the right supplier the first time.
We search, check and shortlist manufacturers in China and across Asia, talking to them in Mandarin so you get straight answers before you commit a penny.
What’s included
From the first search to the first introduction, handled by native English speakers who are fluent in Mandarin.
Supplier research
We search trade platforms, trade fairs and our own contacts to find manufacturers that fit your product, quantities and budget.
Licence checks
We check each supplier’s business licence before we go any further, and confirm they can make products suitable for Western markets.
Conversations in Mandarin
We talk to suppliers in their own language. The answers are clearer, and so is everything they’re not saying.
A clear shortlist
Prices, minimum orders and lead times laid out side by side in plain English, so you can compare properly.
Samples
We request, collect and check samples for you. Samples and postage are paid by you, and costed before anything is ordered.
Introductions
When you’re ready, we introduce you to your chosen supplier and stay in the conversation for as long as you need us.
How long it takes
Anything from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the product and the quantities you need.
Experience and good contacts mean we work quickly. Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll give you a realistic timescale before we start.
Questions
How long does sourcing take?
Anything from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the product and the quantities. Experience and good contacts mean we move quickly. Get in touch and we’ll give you a realistic timescale for your project.
Who pays for samples?
You do. Samples and their postage are paid by the client, and we always tell you the cost before anything is ordered.
Do you check the suppliers you recommend?
Yes. We check each supplier’s business licence before we go any further, and confirm they can make products suitable for Western markets.
Can you find suppliers for small quantities?
Often, yes. Minimum order quantities are set by each factory, so we look for suppliers whose minimums suit your order and negotiate where there is room.
Tell us what you’re looking for.
Send us the product, the quantities and your target price, and we’ll tell you how we’d find it.