How much can I save by sourcing from China with Sourcing Lab USA?

Our clients typically save 15-30% on manufacturing costs compared to their previous suppliers. Savings depend on product category, order volume, current supplier pricing, and specifications. We provide a transparent cost comparison — including landed cost estimates with freight, duties, and customs — alongside every supplier shortlist so you can evaluate the real savings before committing.

How does the China sourcing process work?

Our 5-step process: (1) You send your product specs and targets — price, MOQ, timeline, compliance requirements. (2) Within 24-48 hours, we deliver a vetted supplier shortlist with unit quotes, factory profiles, and risk flags. (3) We coordinate sample production and verify materials, dimensions, packaging, and labeling against your specs. (4) Once approved, production begins with on-site QC inspections at the factory in China. (5) We coordinate freight, documentation, and customs clearance for smooth delivery to your US warehouse.

Do you handle quality control inspections in China?

Yes. Quality control is central to our service. We conduct three types of inspections on the ground in China: factory audits before production begins, in-production checks during manufacturing to catch defects early, and comprehensive pre-shipment inspections based on AQL sampling standards. Every inspection includes a detailed report with photos, measurements, and pass/fail criteria.

What product categories can you source from China?

We source consumer goods, electronics and accessories, textiles and apparel, furniture and home decor, plastics and packaging, industrial tools and machinery, automotive parts, and health and beauty products. Our network covers major manufacturing hubs including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Yiwu, Ningbo, and Shanghai. Contact us for a free assessment.

Can you help with FDA, FCC, or CPSIA compliance for imports?

We help identify the documentation and testing requirements for your product category and coordinate with accredited third-party labs (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas) for the necessary testing. We also work with your customs broker or importer-of-record to ensure all compliance documents are in order before shipment.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for China sourcing?

MOQs vary widely depending on the product type and factory. For simple consumer goods, MOQs can start as low as 500-1,000 units. For custom-tooled products, electronics, or specialized industrial items, MOQs are typically 2,000-5,000+ units. We negotiate with factories on your behalf to secure the best possible terms.

How long does it take to source products from China?

A typical timeline from first inquiry to delivery at your US warehouse is 8-14 weeks: supplier identification and quoting (1-2 weeks), sample production and approval (2-3 weeks), production run (3-6 weeks depending on complexity and volume), and shipping (2-4 weeks by sea, or 5-7 days by air).

What are the risks of sourcing from China, and how do you mitigate them?

The main risks include quality inconsistencies, supplier fraud, intellectual property concerns, communication barriers, and shipping delays. We mitigate these through rigorous factory vetting, clear written specs with approved samples as reference standards, independent QC inspections at every production stage, NDA and contract support, and proactive shipment tracking.

Do you work with small businesses or only large companies?

We work with businesses of all sizes — from startups launching their first product to established brands scaling their supply chain. Many of our clients are small-to-medium US businesses importing 1-10 containers per year. Our service gives smaller companies the same factory access and quality oversight that large corporations have.

Where is Sourcing Lab USA located?

We are a US-registered company currently operating remote-first, with factory-side execution in China and full US time-zone support (EST/PST) for our American clients. Our Miami, FL office is planned to open in Q3 2026. Every client gets direct access to our team via email, video calls, and scheduled check-ins.

China Sourcing Agent for US Businesses — Factory Audits, QC & Shipping | Sourcing Lab USA

Sourcing Lab USA is a US-registered China sourcing agent helping American businesses save 15–30% on manufacturing costs. We find and vet factories across China's major manufacturing hubs, run on-the-ground quality control inspections, and coordinate shipping from China to your US warehouse.

Our Services

China Product Sourcing — Factory identification, vetting, price negotiation, and spec confirmation across Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Yiwu, Ningbo, and Shanghai.
Quality Control & Factory Audits — Pre-production factory audits, in-production quality checks, and AQL-based pre-shipment inspections with detailed photo/video reports.
Shipping & Customs Coordination — FCL, LCL, air freight, Incoterms guidance, export documentation, and US customs broker coordination.

Why Choose Sourcing Lab USA

With 10+ years of experience, 50+ containers shipped, and zero failed shipments, we give US businesses the factory access, negotiating power, and quality oversight they need to import from China with confidence. We operate remote-first with factory-side execution in China and full US time-zone support.

Contact: contact@sourcinglabusa.com