Manufacturer reliability
Capacity, references and the quality system are checked through a factory audit or remote verification.
Import · China
Sourcing from China: from the factory to your door
We manage the sourcing process from start to finish for a range of product groups from China. From finding the right manufacturer to quality control, contracts, logistics and customs, every step is tracked by one responsible team.
Manufacturer verificationSamples and qualityLogistics and customsPrice management
The problem
Finding a factory is easy. Finding a reliable one is not.
The wrong manufacturer, a sample that does not match production, or an unclear delivery term can multiply costs even on a first order. The process is a sum of unknown steps.
- Difficulty verifying manufacturer capacity and reliability
- Quality gap between the sample and series production
- Hidden costs in delivery terms
- Delays from missing customs documents
Process
Six steps, one point of follow-up.
At each step we define in advance which documents and approvals are needed.
01
Product specification
Technical details, quantity, target price and quality expectations are put in writing.
02
Manufacturer research
Suitable manufacturers are identified and their capacity and references are verified.
03
Samples and quality
Samples are ordered, evaluated and compared with production.
04
Contract and production follow-up
Payment, delivery and quality terms are documented and production is monitored.
05
Pre-shipment inspection
Product, quantity and packaging are checked before loading.
06
Logistics and customs
Freight, insurance, customs declaration and delivery are coordinated.
Critical points
Four issues that drive cost and risk.
Settling these before the first order saves the most time and money later.
Delivery terms
Incoterms such as FOB and CIF are compared, so hidden costs are included in the price.
Inspection during production
Control points are defined before production, during production and before shipment.
Sea or air freight
The mode of transport is recommended based on cargo type, urgency and budget. Customs documents are prepared early.
Preparation
What you should have before ordering.
If some of this is missing, we can still start and complete the gaps together.
- Product informationTechnical drawing or sample, photos and a list of specifications.
- Quantity and target priceFirst order quantity and an acceptable price range.
- Certification needsProduct-specific documents required in the target market, such as CE or TSE.
- Delivery dateWhen and where the product needs to arrive.
Frequently asked questions
About imports.
Can I order in small quantities?
The minimum order quantity depends on the manufacturer. For a small first order we can suggest a suitable manufacturer.
How is payment made?
Payment terms depend on the manufacturer and the size of the order. They are put in writing in the contract.
How can I be sure of quality?
Sample approval, inspection during production and a pre-shipment check are applied together.
Which product groups do you source?
We assess whether your product can be sourced in the first call. Each product gets its own sourcing research.
Next steps
Other trade areas.
Machinery and service exports
The export process that takes your product or service into the European market.
Go to page →E-commerce operations
Selling the products you source through online channels.
Go to page →AI-supported supply chain
Demand and risk forecasting to keep the flow running without interruption.
Go to page →Share your sourcing need.
Write the product, quantity and target market, and we will start the sourcing research.