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I’ve been spending more time sourcing through Made-in-China recently while comparing suppliers across a few product categories, and one thing I keep realizing is how different everyone’s verification process is.

Some buyers seem comfortable after checking verification badges and company profiles, while others still go much deeper before moving forward with samples or larger MOQs.

For those with more importing experience, what usually matters most to you before trusting a supplier?

Things I’ve been trying to improve lately:

• Identifying actual manufacturers vs trading companies
• Negotiating lower MOQs for first orders
• Spotting red flags during communication
• Deciding when factory audits are worth paying for
• Handling payment terms safely with new suppliers

Would be interesting to hear how experienced buyers here approach it nowadays, especially after dealing with multiple suppliers over time.

Since moving here, I’ve been learning a lot more about how sourcing actually works inside China compared to what overseas buyers usually see.

I recently tried Made-in-China.com while comparing a few suppliers for a small project, mainly because some local contacts mentioned it alongside Alibaba.

So far the communication experience has actually been better than I expected with a couple suppliers I contacted.

Just wondering if other expats or business owners here use it regularly, or if there are other platforms people in China prefer more nowadays.

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