Through the following steps, you can find reliable suppliers for your Chinese business demands.

Step 1: Online Platform Searching (convenient and no need to 

go abroad)

· Alibaba: Alibaba International Station is one of the largest and most popular online 

  platforms. On this station, you can search for products and suppliers, look through the 

  company information, and directly contact the suppliers.

· Global Sources: Similar to Alibaba, the platform provides numerous suppliers, verified 

  manufacturers, and trade exhibition notices.

· Made-in-China: Provide directories of Chinese suppliers, manufacturers, and exporters 

  in all industries.

Step 2: Outline Trade Exhibitions (face to face to be more real)

· Canton Fair: It is a significant opportunity to let Chinese exporters and foreign importers 

  develop businesses face-to-face. Twice a year in spring and autumn.

· Global Sources Trade Shows: The trade exhibition held by Global Sources in China 

  mainland and Hong Kong mainly includes electronic products, gifts, home goods, 

  and fashion items.

· Specific exhibitions: Special for individual industries without other industries. You can 

  pinpoint the desired suppliers for these exhibitions.

Step 3: Online Social Contact and B2B Platforms

· Linkedin: search Chinese suppliers and manufacturers on Linkedin; they always show 

  company-related events.

· B2B Platforms: look for more B2B platforms like Alibaba and Global Sources, which provide 

  details of suppliers and prompt direct communication.

Step 4: Suppliers Verification

· Verification service: Use the third-party inspection to ensure the legitimacy and reliability 

  of suppliers, which includes business license, verification, and customer reviews. 

· Factory audit: Evaluate facilities, manufacturing capacity, quality control process, and 

  industry standard of suppliers.

Step 5: Contact and Negotiate

· Contact more suppliers: Compare the price, payment terms, and product quality to process 

  practical work.

· Negotiate order details: contract price, MOQ, payment terms, trade terms, shipping fee, 

  etc. Make clear your demands and requirements.

Step 6: Sample Test

· Ask for samples: Before ordering in bulk, ask the potential suppliers for samples and 

  evaluate product quality and craftsmanship.

Step 7: Logistics and Transportation

· Means of transportation: confirm with suppliers, including cost, Incoterms, responsibilities, 

  and risk.

Kindly advice:

1. Investigation: Before the determination, please do comprehensive research on suppliers 

    and market trends.

2. Filing: Ensure all agreements, contract details, and marked specifications to avoid 

    unnecessary misapprehension.

3. Cultural difference: Learning Chinese culture and etiquette early can prompt a successful 

    business.