Three types of China suppliers

Three types of China suppliers

1.Manufacturers

A manufacturer is the first on the supply chain which creates products for resale or use. These suppliers often sell cheap but with high minimum order quantities. They prefer to deal directly with Chinese wholesalers who buy in bulk. As a retailer, you can source products easier from small Chinese manufacturers.

2.Wholesalers

A wholesaler buys in bulk and sells at reduced prices. The higher the volume, the better the discount. You should ensure enough capital and storage space to enjoy the wholesaler benefits.

3.Dropshippers

Drop shipping service allows buying one product at a time and avoids bulk purchasing. By adopting a drop shipping model, you only pay when it is sold. Besides, you don’t need to arrange inventory, packing,  shipping, and customer service. But, it also means a higher product price as you do not pay upfront. The branding would be a bit tricky, and delivery speed is slow.