{"id":1749,"date":"2025-04-15T05:18:13","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T05:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/?p=1749"},"modified":"2025-06-09T05:42:19","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T05:42:19","slug":"source-products-from-overseas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/source-products-from-overseas\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Source Products from Overseas Manufacturers?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Now I assume you have decided to source products from overseas by yourself. <\/span><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">One of the key points I want to convey from a client perspective is that you need to follow a process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\"><strong>You<\/strong> <strong>can&#8217;t just browse a website, send a few emails, reply and see where it takes you to go<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13pt;\">If you are looking for a written checklist that you can adjust and follow, you can find an example here. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 13pt;\">It involves procurement, development, production, and transportation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">But let&#8217;s first look at the sourcing process in more detail. It consists of 3 steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Identify potential suppliers;<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Screen these suppliers and verify the final candidates.<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Do quality control<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-roman ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/source-products-from-overseas\/#How_to_Find_Overseas_Suppliers\" title=\"How to Find Overseas Suppliers?\">How to Find Overseas Suppliers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/source-products-from-overseas\/#How_to_Source_Products_from_Overseas\" title=\"How to Source Products from Overseas?\">How to Source Products from Overseas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/source-products-from-overseas\/#The_Pros_and_Cons_of_Working_With_Overseas_Manufacturers\" title=\"The Pros and Cons of Working With Overseas Manufacturers\">The Pros and Cons of Working With Overseas Manufacturers<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/source-products-from-overseas\/#10_Tips_for_Sourcing_Products_from_Overseas\" title=\"10 Tips for Sourcing Products from Overseas\u00a0\">10 Tips for Sourcing Products from Overseas\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/source-products-from-overseas\/#Overseas_Production_Conclusion\" title=\"Overseas Production Conclusion:\">Overseas Production Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_Overseas_Suppliers\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto;\">How to Find Overseas Suppliers?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Here&#8217;s an English rewrite of your article with improved readability and conciseness:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">5 Keys to Unlocking Global Growth: Finding International Distributors<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Tired of domestic boundaries? Craving wider horizons? This guide reveals five proven strategies to discover your ideal international distribution partners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">1. Trade Shows: Face-to-Face Fortune<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Immerse yourself in a global marketplace at specialized trade shows. Imagine mingling with distributors from every corner of the earth, exploring potential partnerships in real-time. Research relevant events, prepare a captivating presentation, and schedule meetings &#8211; your next big deal might be just a handshake away.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">2. Government Resources: Your Global Ally<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Don&#8217;t navigate the international jungle alone. Leverage the U.S. government&#8217;s extensive resources, from market research to financial assistance. Programs like the Commerce Department&#8217;s Gold Key Service connect you with pre-vetted distributors, while the Export-Import Bank offers financial tools to fuel your export adventure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">3. Trade Associations: Industry Insider Network<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Tap into the knowledge and connections of your industry&#8217;s trade associations. These specialized organizations are treasure troves of industry-specific events, directories, and, most importantly, potential distributors. Join key associations, actively participate, and watch your global distribution network flourish.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">4. Online Marketplaces: Digital Distribution Hubs<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Embrace the power of online marketplaces like Alibaba.com or Amazon Global. These platforms host vibrant ecosystems of distributors, manufacturers, and service providers, opening doors to a world of international expansion. Research leading marketplaces by region and industry, compare costs and features, and unlock a universe of new partners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">5. Existing Trade Networks: Hidden Gems in Your Circle<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\">Don&#8217;t underestimate the power of your existing professional network. Suppliers, customers, industry contacts, even personal connections \u2013 these relationships can be gold mines for distributor referrals. Reach out, ask for recommendations, and actively engage with your network. You might be surprised how close your next international partner could be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Source_Products_from_Overseas\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto;\">How to Source Products from Overseas?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Here, let&#8217;s focus on the 6 steps for how to find overseas suppliers:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VB03MORHRTg?t=2s\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 16pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto;\">1. Draw the ideal supplier profile<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Before find a overseas supplier, ask yourself a few questions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Do you source new suppliers with powerful engineering capabilities (developing new products)?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Do you need them to have multiple designs to choose from?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Do you wish them to focus on low cost? Or high quality?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">How the capacity should they be? This is a very important criterion, and the reasons are described below. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">You&#8217;ll come across factories that fall into these three classes, which vary widely in performance and price:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4691 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-source-new-suppliers.png\" alt=\"how to source new suppliers\" width=\"768\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-source-new-suppliers.png 768w, https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-source-new-suppliers-600x254.png 600w, https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-to-source-new-suppliers-300x127.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">3 Levels of Manufacturers<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Here&#8217;s my general advice on the topic of vendor sizing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">If your order is very small, you may need to work with a trading company that will place your order in a tier 1 factory and (hopefully) keep a close eye on production.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">If your order is large enough to work directly with the manufacturer but not large enough to interest a large factory, choose level 2 (approximately 250-800 workers).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Tier 3 is good for you if your order is considered large and you find that big companies are aggressively vying for your business.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\">2. Go to an Online B2B Directory and\/or Trade Show<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">If you have the opportunity to attend a trade show related to your product category (Hong Kong Sourcing Fair, Canton Fair, etc.), go for it! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Ask a few open questions, the goal here is to eliminate any suppliers that don&#8217;t fit your ideal profile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">If you can&#8217;t attend a trade show in person, you&#8217;ll need to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/china-wholesale-market\/\">B2B directory<\/a>. They function like the Yellow Pages (vendors who pay more to make their products more prominent). For the most part, little effort is made to avoid listing bad apples.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\"><strong>Online Overseas Directories<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h5><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/china-wholesale-website\/\">Online Wholesale Websites\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supplyia.com\"><span style=\"font-family: roboto;\"><span style=\"font-size: 17.3333px;\">Product Sourcing Company<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/sites-like-alibaba\/\"><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Alibaba Alternative\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.supplyia.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Supplyia online shopping<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\">3. Incentivize Potential Identifying New suppliers to Respond to You<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Most suppliers receive too many inquiries and only choose which inquiries they are interested in. Here are some tips to get their attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">The first message should be simple and short, less than 8 lines if possible (including the product description), with a very clear call to action (&#8220;If you want more information about our needs, please get back to me&#8221;) .<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">If you have a product spec sheet, share it with them and get their feedback. You should expect them to ask you more questions about manufacturing, such as material specifications, or if they don&#8217;t accept your tolerances, etc. If they say &#8220;it&#8217;s okay,&#8221; that&#8217;s not always a good sign!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Then&#8230;follow up on their questions quickly and complete your screening process within 8 days. After that, your inquiry will become cold in their eyes.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">If possible, make a call to them (most of them have Skype accounts). Show that you are serious and that you invest the time to get to know them.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">A Big Mistake to Watch Out for<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Some potential new suppliers will offer much lower prices than average. How can that be?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Some suppliers want to start developing products with you, and they&#8217;ll know strategies for raising prices along the way (usually after the deposit wire for the first order).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Some other cheap suppliers simply don&#8217;t know what the cost is. They never make this product even if you find it in their showroom. After you send them a purchase order, they&#8217;ll want to know where and how to make it. It&#8217;s also a bad sign.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">So, How to do it? <\/span><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">You may see several very similar offers from different suppliers: this is the &#8220;market price.&#8221; <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\"><strong>Eliminate any &#8220;outliers&#8221; that make the price 20% above or below the average.<\/strong> (If you are interested in buying above market price for above average quality, please keep the highest offer).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">End of Sourcing New Suppliers<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Ideally, you have compiled all the information in an Excel spreadsheet with data and comments. (If you don&#8217;t have time, please contact me, and I will put you in touch with someone who can help.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">The next step is to screen out the most potential suppliers and dig deeper to verify the last one or two.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\">4. Request Product Samples<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Before you buy anything from an overseas supplier, insist on receiving a product sample(2-10 will be best). The main reason for requesting product samples is to ensure that you review the quality of your products. You don&#8217;t want to work with a supplier that is of low quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Another reason to request product samples is to be able to show the actual product to potential customers. Taking the time to properly prepare for success will ensure a better outcome. Be sure to request product samples before you finalize any agreement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\">5. Finalize the Agreement<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">You are now ready to finalize an agreement with your overseas supplier. Make sure you have everything in writing, as problems often arise when there is a language barrier. Some of the key points of an agreement between an overseas supplier and a importer include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li>\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\"> Product details<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/send-money-to-china\/\"><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Payment terms<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/trade-terms-alibaba-incoterms\/\"><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Trade terms<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Delivery time<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/china-quality-control-inspection\/\">Pre-shipment inspection<\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Below are the common overseas inspection services:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\" border=\"2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Type<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Ideal Production Quantity<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Typical Timing<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Production Risk Mitigation<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Typical Duration<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Inspection During Production(DPI)<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Generally for orders&gt;$5,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">After he 1th products comes of the production line<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Catches problems as early as possible<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">1 whole day, to be repeated as necessary<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Final Random Inspection(FRI)<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Any quantity<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">After entire production order is complete 80% packed<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Catches problems before shipment &amp; final payment<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">At least 1 wholesale day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Packing &amp; Loading Supervision(PLS)<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">At least 1 Container load<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">As products are being loaded into shipping container<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Catches quantity, packing, load issues(not product issues)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">2 or 3 containers per day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Full Inspection<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Any quantity<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">After all goods finished<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">Catches all defective products<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">charge by per piece<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\">\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong>Factory Audit<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">First time cooperation<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: roboto;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\"><strong><b>6. Hire a Freight Forwarder<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Different logistics methods can make a vast difference both in transit time and freight charges. Therefore we always need to determine which shipping method will be the most cost-effective one. The forwarder can keep close touch with your supplier, and keep you informed of everything. When trouble happens, your local partner will solve that asap:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Pick up<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/our-services\/china-consolidation-services\/\"><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Collect goods<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Arrange shipping<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Customs clear<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5151 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/how-to-source-products-from-overseas.jpeg\" alt=\"how to source products from overseas\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/how-to-source-products-from-overseas.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/how-to-source-products-from-overseas-600x300.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/how-to-source-products-from-overseas-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/how-to-source-products-from-overseas-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Pros_and_Cons_of_Working_With_Overseas_Manufacturers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto;\">The Pros and Cons of Working With Overseas Manufacturers<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Source products from overseas is an obvious choice when deciding where to manufacture your product. You are considering overseas manufacturers because you want to produce a quality product quickly and at a reasonable price.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But can source products from overseas work? Sometimes &#8211; but it&#8217;s more challenging than you might think. The advantages of overseas sourcing are well documented, but there are some drawbacks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You need to understand the options available to U.S. companies and what to look for. What experts will you call on to find the best manufacturer, and once selected, can they even act as your representative? Finding a partner in China is the most common option, but what about other options from Vietnam and India to more recent alternatives such as Mexico and South America?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\"><strong>Top 5 Advantages of Using an Overseas Production<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many business owners or product development teams will immediately choose to do business with an overseas manufacturer. When you look at the top five reasons entrepreneurs, small businesses, e-commerce sellers and product-focused companies choose overseas partners, it&#8217;s easy to see why.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Lower Labor Costs<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The United States has some of the highest labor costs in the world, which makes foreign countries attractive. In China, labor wages can be a third to a quarter of the cost. In Mexico, it can be one-eighth, and in Vietnam and Thailand, it is less than one-tenth. Depending on how much labor is required to produce your product, these lower costs can significantly impact production expenses, lowering your selling price or increasing your profit margin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Large number of manufacturers<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Many countries overseas have large clusters of manufacturers, giving product developers various options. This is especially true of China, which accounted for 28.7% of global manufacturing output in 2019 before the pandemic. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">When researching options in China, you&#8217;ll get a sense of the breadth and depth of companies, from suppliers to factories to\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supplyia.com\/how-to-find-wholesale-distributor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wholesalers<\/a>, that can help you build your product. Other Asian countries and Mexico are increasing the number and variety of manufacturing facilities, giving you more options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Large capacity<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One of the most significant advantages of overseas manufacturing is capacity. Overseas manufacturers can scale up quickly and produce large volumes of products in a relatively short period. Depending on the volume of your orders, you can save money through volume discounts and reduced raw material costs. Just make sure you know and can support their minimum order quantities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Proximity to raw material and component suppliers<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">U.S. factories are often far from the source of raw materials or components for their products, which can significantly increase time-to-market and costs. Overseas contract manufacturers usually have established supply chains and relatively sophisticated access to various raw materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you choose a &#8220;Made in USA&#8221; product, you may face delays if your product requires raw materials or imported components. The pandemic shows how supply chain disruptions can cripple product manufacturing, especially if raw materials or parts must be exported from the country of origin and imported into the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Large pools of skilled talent<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The availability of skilled foreign manufacturing workers often exceeds that of the U.S. At the beginning of 2022, there were 859,000 job openings in U.S. manufacturing. While COVID-19 has created labor shortages in other countries, they are not as severe as in the United States. Countries like Vietnam, Indonesia, and Thailand are taking cues from their neighbors like Taiwan, China, and South Korea. They are actively training people in rural areas to become skilled manufacturing workers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 16pt;\"><strong>Top 5 Disadvantages of Overseas Production<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Even with all the benefits, there are challenges to source product from overseas manufacturers. Here are five issues every product development team should be aware of before sourcing products from overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Higher shipping costs and longer lead times<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once products have passed through your offshore facility, you must get them to your market. A large number of manufacturers pushes up demand and freight costs in the region. In addition to paying the shipper, you must pay duties and other fees. These costs often offset the financial advantages of overseas manufacturing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unless you want to do business in Mexico, being away from your manufacturing source presents some challenges. It takes time to ship goods from overseas back to the U.S. to meet domestic demand. Pandemics highlight how easily extended supply chains can break down. When considering delays and transit times, you must also consider national holidays. For example, the Lunar New Year affects several Asian countries, and complete factory shutdowns can last a month or more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Lack of oversight<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can only attend a few face-to-face meetings with overseas production to negotiate terms, resolve issues, and oversee quality control. Without being present, building relationships is more challenging, especially in countries where face-to-face interaction is highly valued. Regular travel is often cost-prohibitive and can deplete savings from working overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">One way to overcome this challenge is to work with\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"http:\/\/www.supplyia.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">a product development partner<\/a>\u00a0or specialist who can assign local representatives to your account. Whichever facility you choose, they are your eyes and ears, providing local supply chain management and performing the quality control tasks you would perform if you were on-site.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Language and cultural barriers<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may find language and cultural barriers when working with overseas manufacturers. This can present challenges when negotiating contracts and pricing, understanding workflows and ethics, and respecting cultural differences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Customer service issues<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Think about what happens when there is a problem or a failure to meet your quality standards. What if your customers or retailers wait and are ultimately disappointed? If a customer complains about delays or quality issues, you are responsible. When working with an overseas manufacturer, you manage your customer service. Consumers don&#8217;t care if the problem is a manufacturing issue or not. They see your brand, and you need to fix it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 14pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Safety Hazards<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Worker and environmental safety should always be an issue. Only some countries\/region values employee safety or environmental standards at the same level. Finding manufacturing partners known for following good labor practices, implementing safety programs and protecting the environment should all be part of your review process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can save time by working with a partner who has established relationships with pre-screened facilities. They will be able to guide you to the most reputable companies to save you time and the potential hassle of working with manufacturers that pose more risk than they should.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Tips_for_Sourcing_Products_from_Overseas\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt; font-family: roboto;\">10 Tips for Sourcing Products from Overseas\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">When working with overseas suppliers, you can\u2019t expect them to think the same way you do. Western thinking and Eastern thinking are very different, and you can\u2019t force Western thinking onto your suppliers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">It\u2019s easy to get frustrated by mis-communication. To help you be prepared, here\u2019s a list of the top 10 mistakes sellers make when source products from overseas<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>#1: Don&#8217;t thinking that a factory, trading company, sourcing agent, manufacturer, and supplier are all the same thing.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">There are a lot of terms to keep track of in this industry, and a lot of them have some overlap, but knowing what\u2019s what will save you a lot of frustration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">A factory is the location where your product is built, whether by people or machines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">A trading company is a middleman. They find the supplier for you and they ship you the product, but before they ship it, they raise the price a bit to make their own profit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">A sourcing agent is similar to a trading company, but not the same. They\u2019re more like a liaison. Sourcing agents might put you in direct contact with different factories, or vet multiple suppliers to find you the best price. They also usually provide factory and product inspections, and shipping and logistics opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">The terms manufacturer and supplier are used very loosely. They could overlap with any of the previous three terms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Then we have what they call manufacturers and suppliers. These are used very loosely. As a general rule of thumb, they could be any of the previous three. Often a manufacturer is synonymous with the factory, while the supplier is even more broad.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>2<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>:<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>&#8211; Don&#8217;t evaluating the price only<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">With all quotations in hand, it\u2019s time to select the suppliers. Although prices impact business profitability, it\u2019s important to consider that the cheapest supplier isn\u2019t always the right one. On the other hand, the most expensive supplier isn\u2019t a guarantee of the best possible services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Instead, it\u2019s better to address issues related to quality, flexibility and delivery experience in that particular area. This will provide a fuller idea of how the provided service will be, and will prevent you from receiving something cheap, but very unsatisfactory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Beware also of those not-to-be-missed offers. If the product proves to be of quality and the provider company is a large-sized one, a price far below the market\u2019s may be a sign that there is something wrong.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>\u00a0#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>3<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>:\u00a0 Don&#8217;t<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>trying to negotiate on shipping.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">There\u2019s a big difference between comparing shipping prices and trying to negotiate on shipping. There\u2019s only so much suppliers will be willing to negotiate with you on shipping, because they have to charge a minimum price. Sometimes, they\u2019ll charge you exactly what shipping costs them, and sometimes they\u2019ll charge you a little extra, because they have to make money, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Trying to negotiate on shipping might make a supplier think you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re talking about, and then they\u2019ll be less likely to want to continue working with you. So, don\u2019t negotiate on shipping; just compare shipping prices between a few different suppliers to find the best deal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>\u00a0#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>4<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>: Don&#8217;t thinking that most suppliers on Alibaba are factories.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">A lot of suppliers on Alibaba will tell you they\u2019re factories, even if they\u2019re not, and that\u2019s normal. For them, it\u2019s just good business. But the majority of them are probably just trading companies who have bought their products directly from factories and raised the price a bit to make a profit when reselling them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>\u00a0#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>5<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>: Don&#8217;t assuming a supplier must be a factory because they call themselves a factory.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Just because a supplier shows you pictures of a factory doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re really a factory. Nowadays, you can build a website and put whatever you want on it \u2013 and so can suppliers. But that doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re trying to cheat you or scam you. They just know that Western brains think going directly to the factory will get them the best price. However, that isn\u2019t always the case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>6<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>: Don&#8217;t thinking that working directly with a factory means you\u2019ll be paying less.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Often, trading companies can offer you better prices than factories. Why? Because they have great relationships with factories, so factories give them better deals. If you\u2019re new to working with a particular factory, it\u2019s going to take time for you to earn their trust and build a good relationship with them. Factories won\u2019t start giving you better deals on products until they trust you. However, factories already have good relationships with trading companies, so trading companies get better deals. Then, those trading companies pass those deals on to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>\u00a0#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>7<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>:\u00a0 Don&#8217;t thinking it will only take a month to get your product sourced and shipped to Amazon\u2019s warehouse.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">If you\u2019re building a highly customized product, it\u2019s obviously going to take time to build. Expect custom products to take up to six months, easily, from the start of product research all the way to the day you ship your product to Amazon FBA. In this case, I highly recommended using a sourcing agent to help walk you through the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Even if you\u2019re not building a brand new product, research, differentiation, production, and shipping still take time. Budget at least two to three months for sourcing and shipping your product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>\u00a0#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>8<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>:\u00a0 Do working with a sourcing agent<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Particularly when you are starting out with your Amazon selling business, it is important to get the guidance and support from the right experts. Failing to do so can expose your business to serious risks, including fraud, product quality issues, and legal risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">A\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.supplyia.com\">China sourcing agent<\/a>\u00a0is well-versed in all aspects of sourcing products from China for Amazon sellers and offers assistance throughout the process. Starting with selecting the right supplier, negotiating the best price, and shipping the order; even experienced sellers benefit by working with a reputed sourcing agent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">As the sourcing agent has an office in China, not only can they carry out a visual inspection of the manufacturer\u2019s facility but they can ensure a fair deal while building a strong relationship with the local supplier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">The sourcing agent also conducts a factory audit and performs an objective assessment of the staff, equipment, processes, automation and management structure, as well as other factors such as social responsibility or sustainable sourcing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>9<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>: Don&#8217;t assuming that just because you signed a contract with a supplier that they won\u2019t share your idea.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">What if, a month after you launch your newest product, you see it being advertised by your supplier, and by twenty other suppliers on Alibaba? Don\u2019t ever assume suppliers are going to honor your contract. Instead, find ways to de-risk yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">One way to stop your product from getting hijacked is to have one supplier build all the pieces of the product separately. Then, have those pieces shipped to you and assemble the product yourself. That way, your supplier doesn\u2019t know what the product actually looks like. The final product is yours alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Another easy way to de-risk yourself is, of course, by differentiating. Add accessories and extras to your products, and they\u2019ll be harder to duplicate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: roboto;\"><strong><b>#<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>10<\/b><\/strong><strong><b>: Don&#8217;t assuming there is something wrong with a supplier who won\u2019t drop the price until you meet a certain MOQ.<\/b><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Imagine you\u2019re shopping for coffee. You go to Wal-Mart and you buy a bag of coffee beans. Then, you go to Sam\u2019s Club and buy a massive bucket of coffee beans. When you break the price down, the cost per bean at Sam\u2019s Club will be much lower than the cost per bean at Wal-Mart. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Why? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">Because you\u2019re buying a greater quantity of beans. Buying things in bulk is cheaper. The supplier wants to know the time and labor spent building your product is going to yield a big enough sale to be worthwhile. Suppliers won\u2019t lower their MOQ if it isn\u2019t worth their time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overseas_Production_Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 18pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">Overseas Production Conclusion<\/span>:<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 13pt; font-family: roboto;\">These are a few of the most common mistakes sellers make when source products from overseas. It\u2019s important to learn how to work effectively and efficiently with suppliers, so you can get your products up and selling as quickly and easily as possible. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: roboto; font-size: 13pt;\">Thanks to globalization and the internet, there are seemingly limitless opportunities for sourcing products from overseas. 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