Even heading into 2025, China’s unique combination of competitive pricing and a well-developed manufacturing ecosystem keeps it a top sourcing destination for businesses worldwide. To truly unlock this potential and navigate the market effectively, choosing the right China sourcing agent is a critical decision for your business.

This blueprint serves as your central resource, providing clear and direct answers to the most important questions importers face.

We cover the foundational topics you need to master: understanding the different sourcing agent fee structures and the core services they provide. You’ll learn effective methods for finding and verifying a legitimate agent, and gain insight into how they handle the crucial quality control (QC) process. We also explore specialized support for e-commerce and Amazon FBA sellers, and explain how an agent can be a key partner in new product development.