Sourcing & supply

Reliable supply, at home and abroad.

Most of our volume moves through an established network of US distributors and manufacturers. When a product is better or cheaper made overseas, we source it directly from factories in China, Thailand and Japan, with samples, inspection and delivery managed for you.

Core supplyUS distributors & manufacturers
InternationalChina · Thailand · Japan
Quality controlSample approval & inspection
QuoteFull landed cost, up front

Supply network

Domestic first, international when it pays.

Core supply · United States

US distributors & manufacturers

The backbone of our business. Established relationships with US distributors and manufacturers give our clients short lead times, domestic shipping, consistent product and reliable replenishment.

China

Shenzhen & Guangdong

Electronics, hardware, packaging and printing at scale, with deep supplier competition on price.

Thailand

Chiang Mai

Artisan and handmade goods, glass, and natural and wellness products.

Japan

Specialty goods

Japan-market products such as fishing tackle, including limited runs that are difficult to buy from abroad.

Process

From brief to delivery.

  1. Brief

    Specifications, target price, quantity, deadline and any certifications your market requires.

  2. Shortlist

    We identify and verify suppliers and present comparable quotes.

  3. Samples

    Samples ship to you. Production begins only after you approve one.

  4. Production

    We place the order and confirm packaging and labeling with the factory.

  5. Check

    Goods are checked against your approved sample before they ship.

  6. Delivery

    Air or sea freight and customs clearance, delivered where you need it.

Categories

What we source.

Representative categories. If it's manufactured, ask us.

Consumer electronicsSmall appliancesVape hardware Glassware & decorArtisan & gift itemsFishing tackle Packaging & labelsRetail displaysAccessories Supplements & wellnessCounter & impulse goods

Selected work

Recent international sourcing.

Consumer electronics

Electric fans

A consumer electronics line sourced from manufacturers in South China's electronics corridor.

Origin
Shenzhen, China
Scope
Supplier search, sampling, quality control, freight
Program
Sourcing
Artisan goods

Art glass

Handmade glass and decor from artisan workshops in Northern Thailand, selected for US retail.

Origin
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Scope
Workshop sourcing, product selection, export
Program
Sourcing
Sporting goods

JDM bass fishing lures

Japan-market fishing tackle, including limited runs rarely available through US channels.

Origin
Japan
Scope
Specialty procurement, import to the US
Program
Sourcing

FAQ

Common questions

Where do you source from?
Most of our supply comes through established US distributors and manufacturers, which keeps lead times short and replenishment reliable. For products that are better or cheaper made abroad, we source directly from factories in China, Thailand and Japan.
What are typical minimum order quantities?
Minimums depend on the product and the factory. Electronics and packaging usually start in the hundreds to thousands of units. White-label programs can start lower because the product is already in production. You'll receive confirmed minimums with the quote.
How is a sourcing engagement priced?
Each project is quoted before you commit. The quote shows our fee, the factory price and the estimated landed cost.
Do you manage shipping and customs?
Yes. We coordinate freight and customs so product arrives where you need it: your warehouse, a 3PL, or directly with a distributor.
How do you verify a factory?
We verify the business, compare quotes from more than one supplier, require an approved sample before production, and inspect goods against that sample before they ship.

Work with us

Request a sourcing quote.

Send us the product, target price and quantity. We'll return a scope, a timeline and a landed-cost estimate.