A China sourcing agent works on your side inside the Chinese supply market. GM Import acts as that agent for Indian businesses: we find the right factory, check that it is genuine, negotiate the price, inspect the goods and ship them to India.
What our sourcing agents do for you
- Find suppliers. We search Chinese factories and B2B platforms and shortlist 4–5 options for your product.
- Verify them. Business licence, real factory or trading company, production capacity and export history.
- Negotiate. Price, packaging, lead time and payment terms, agreed in writing.
- Arrange samples. Flown to you by air so you can check them in hand.
- Inspect production. AQL inspection at the factory with a photo report before loading.
- Ship and clear. Freight, customs clearance and delivery anywhere in India.
Sourcing agent vs buying directly on Alibaba
| Buying directly | With GM Import | |
|---|---|---|
| Supplier check | You rely on online profiles | Licence, capacity and track record verified |
| Price | Listed price, often for large MOQs | Negotiated factory price for your quantity |
| Quality | You see the goods when they arrive | Samples by air and AQL inspection before shipping |
| Shipping & customs | You arrange freight and a customs broker | Included, door to door |
| Total cost | Known only after arrival | Final price agreed upfront |
How we choose suppliers
We compare each shortlisted supplier on product quality, price, minimum order, lead time and how they communicate. You get a simple comparison and our recommendation, and you make the final call.
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Paying a trading company factory prices without knowing it
- Approving a sample that does not match bulk production
- Missing certification needs such as BIS for electronics
- Underestimating freight and duty, which can wipe out the margin
- Wrong labelling, which can hold goods at customs
Who uses a sourcing agent
E-commerce sellers, retailers, distributors, manufacturers, hospitals and brands that want factory-direct prices without the risk of dealing with unknown suppliers on their own.
