5.5How To Find A China Manufacturer?

Q: How to find a China manufacturer?

A: The internet: The internet is the default option for many people seeking to source products from China.

More than a general Google, Bing, or Yahoo search, hitting B2B platforms may be more helpful. These are online sourcing platforms such as Alibaba, Global Sources, and Made in China, which connect buyers to Chinese manufacturers.

Finding a supplier on these sites is as easy as typing in your requirements in the search bar.

It helps if you are specific here. For instance, instead of “brass locks”, you could search specifically for “brass die-cast drawer and cabinet locks”.

Since there are thousands of suppliers in China, you could filter them depending on reviews, and the platform’s rating process before shortlisting them.

Alibaba, for instance, gives its suppliers “gold” ratings, which purchasers see as a sign of trustworthiness. Similarly, Global Sources has a “verified supplier” category.