SUPPLIER DATABASE 2024: Europe, Turkey & Mexico

Supplier Selection Criteria

Product Scope: We list suppliers that are specialised in their product segment. Some suppliers specialise in more than one product segment.

Manufacturing capability: We primarily list contract manufacturers that make products for other brands. However, in some industries we also list brand manufacturers and wholesalers.

Factory location: We take the location of the factory into consideration. For example, we list a French owned factory in Mexico as a manufacturer located in Mexico.

Certification: We take ISO certification, OEKO Tex Standard 100, and other certificates into consideration.

General Information

Can we buy small volumes?

The MOQ requirements are always set by the manufacturers and not by us. However, the MOQ requirements can sometimes be reduced if you limit the number of materials and colours.

Do you verify the supplier’s claims about capabilities and certification?

No, the selection is based on the supplier’s claims.

Do you guarantee that the suppliers will accept our order?

No, it is always up to the suppliers to decide whether they accept your order.

Do you guarantee that the suppliers are reliable?

Suppliers cannot be classified as consistently ‘reliable’ or ‘unreliable’. While we filter suppliers based on the selection criteria to find suppliers that are more likely to be qualified, the outcome depends entirely on how the process as a whole is managed. There are also other supplier related risks to be taken into consideration that can never be eliminated by our selection criteria. Here are a few examples:

1. Failure to produce a satisfying product sample

2. Quality issues during production failure to adhere to initial quotations

3. Frauds perpetrated by individual employees (e.g. payment scams)

4. Bankruptcy

5. IP theft

Our selection is based on an assessment – which cannot reasonably predict every single outcome. Do not assume that the suppliers listed in the report are by default and in every situation ‘reliable’ or ‘quality’ suppliers.

Do you guarantee product quality?

No, the inclusion of a supplier in the database in itself does not guarantee that the product will reach certain quality requirements. It is therefore important that you:

1. Have a clear and well defined product specification

2. Arrange pre-shipment quality inspections

3. Arrange product lab testing to verify compliance (when necessary)

Do you guarantee that the suppliers will not use our product design and brand?

No, we don’t offer design or brand protection in any capacity. It is up to you to obtain the necessary intellectual property protections available, such as design patents, utility patents, and trademarks whenever necessary.

How do we manage payments?

We do not facilitate payments between our users and suppliers. However, most suppliers request payment via bank transfer.

How do we reduce the risk of payment frauds?

Only transfer money to company bank accounts. The beneficiary name must also match the legal name of the supplier.

Which currency do we pay suppliers in?

• EU: EUR
• Turkey: EUR or USD
• Mexico: USD

Can you help with shipping?

We provide a database of freight forwarders that cover the following:

• Shipping within the EU
• Shipping from the EU to the UK
• Shipping from Turkey to the EU
• Shipping from Turkey to the UK
• Shipping from Mexico to the US
• Shipping from Mexico to Canada

Quotation Requests

How should we prepare before contacting suppliers?

1. Create a product specification, including design drawings. This can include the following:

• Design drawings
• CAD files
• Label files
• Bill of materials
• Size chart
• Packaging artwork and dielines

2. Do not contact suppliers to discuss ideas or concepts – they are only interested in serious buyers that know what they want.

3. Use a custom domain (name@brand.com) when contacting suppliers. Some suppliers do not consider requests from public email domains as serious buying requests. It is common that these are dismissed.

What process should we follow when requesting quotations?

1. Call the supplier to introduce your company and product.

2. Send a follow up email and submit your product specification. Request the following information:

• Unit price
• MOQ
• Sample cost

What should I do if the supplier does not respond?

• Send a new email without attachments
• Use the website contact form
• Call the supplier*

*Some suppliers do not respond to emails.

3. Send follow ups every 2 to 3 days until you have received quotations*

*Notice that less than 50% of the suppliers normally provide a quotation.

Updates

1. We add more suppliers to the database on a continuous basis.

2. We also intend to add more features that improve the supplier directory.

3. You will get access to all updates for as long as you have an active subscription.

Subscription

Can I pay with my Visa or MasterCard?

Yes, we offer credit card payments through PayPal or Stripe.

Can I pay with PayPal?

Yes, you can pay with your balance, bank account, or credit card through PayPal.

Do you offer a safe payment method?

Yes, all payments are processed by PayPal or Stripe, which uses an SSL certificate to encrypt your data.

Will I receive an invoice for my company?

Yes, it’s delivered together with the payment confirmation email.

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