How do I inquire a wholesale product?
James Craig
Published Mar 01, 2026
You can simply call or email the wholesaler, tell them that you’d like to carry their goods, and ask them how to make a purchase. If you’re in the US, they’ll probably ask you for your sellers permit for tax purposes and tell you their minimum order requirements. That’s it!
Where can I find China suppliers?
Top 20 China Sourcing Websites
- Alibaba. website: alibaba.com.
- DHgate. website: dhgate.com.
- Global Sources. website: globalsources.com.
- Made-in-China. website: made-in-china.com.
- China Suppliers. website: en.china.cn.
- OFweek. website: en.ofweek.com.
- AliExpress. website: aliexpress.com.
- HKTDC. website: hktdc.com.
Where to buy from a wholesaler in China?
However, you will find a much larger selection on Chinese websites, such as Taobao.com. Another option is to visit a trade fair in Hong Kong or Mainland China, such as the Canton fair. Do Chinese wholesalers have export licenses? Some wholesalers in China, especially in Yiwu and Shenzhen, are focused on exports rather than domestic sales.
Where can I get wholesale products from Alibaba?
If you’ve never sourced from Asia before, make sure you check out my ultimate guide to sourcing from China With that in mind, Alibaba is one of the largest databases of Asian suppliers in the world. And it is by far one of the best places to find China wholesale vendors online.
What do you need to know about buying from a wholesaler?
First, a wholesale product can be checked on site. It’s sort of like driving down to your Wal-Mart or IKEA. No need to vet suppliers, develop samples and pay a large deposit – before you even see the products. In addition, wholesalers can offer lower Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs), as compared to manufacturers.
Why do entrepreneurs look to Asia for wholesale suppliers?
The most common reason why many entrepreneurs look to Asia (and in particular China) when looking for wholesale suppliers is to take advantage of the low cost of production. Production costs in Asia are usually much lower than in other parts of the world.