Your complete guide to product sourcing from China. Whether you're a small brand launching your first product, a distributor expanding your catalog, or an SME scaling production — find the suppliers, insights, and processes you need to source with confidence.
Browse our curated library of product themes with sourcing insights, MOQs, pricing, and lead times to help you source smarter.
From your first inquiry to final delivery, here's exactly how we help you source products from China with confidence.
Tell us what you need — products, quantity, specs, and timeline. Our team reviews your requirements within 24 hours.
Sourcy searches across vetted factories in China, filtering by quality, price, and reliability. We do the legwork so you don't have to.
Receive a clear proposal including prices, MOQ, lead time, and factory options. No hidden fees or confusing terms.
Order samples to verify quality. We coordinate with the factory, handle QC, and ensure everything meets your standards before mass production.
Mass production begins with ongoing quality checks. We monitor progress and conduct inspections at key stages.
We arrange shipping, handle customs documentation, and coordinate delivery to your door. Track your order every step of the way.
In-depth guides covering supplier verification, risk prevention, quality control, and strategies for small businesses. Click any article to learn more.
Learn our rigorous process for verifying suppliers, including business license checks, facility evaluations, and performance tracking.
Protect yourself from common sourcing scams. Identify warning signs like unrealistic pricing, payment issues, and communication red flags.
Understand our quality control procedures from pre-production checks to pre-shipment inspections, with detailed reports and documentation.
How we evaluate supplier performance: MOQ flexibility, on-time delivery rates, defect handling, and communication responsiveness.
Essential strategies for first-time sourcing: SKU selection, market validation, inventory management, and setting quality expectations.
A step-by-step guide to launching products: sampling strategies, small initial orders, spec sheets, and scaling after validation.
Tailored sourcing strategies based on your budget: under $5k, $5k-$20k, and $20k+. Includes MOQ expectations and sampling advice.
Our team helps new brands navigate sourcing step by step. Get personalized guidance based on your budget, timeline, and product requirements.
Start Your Sourcing RequestDifferent industries have unique sourcing challenges. Explore guides tailored to your product category.
Understand the economics of manufacturing so you can negotiate better and plan smarter.
Product pricing is built from several components:
Minimum Order Quantities exist because factories need to:
Production timeline factors include:
Sample pricing depends on:
Common questions about product sourcing, working with factories, and partnering with sourcing agents.
Ready to start sourcing? Explore our Product Catalogue or submit a sourcing request so our team can help you find the right factories.
Whether you're launching your first product or scaling your catalog, Sourcy is here to make manufacturing simple.