Research & Sourcing
Sampling & Quality Control
Sample checks, pre-shipment inspections and defect reports before you pay the balance.
Get a quoteGreat brands start with evidence, not guesswork.
We research demand, competition and margins before you spend on stock, then find, vet and manage the suppliers who will make it — in China, Europe, the US, Türkiye and Vietnam.
From the first niche idea to samples, quality checks and landed-cost models, you get one team that connects product, supplier and channel decisions.
At a glance
- £245From · one-off · Prices exclude VAT.
- 7Marketplaces and platforms covered
- 3636 languages
What’s included
- Scope and success criteria for Sampling & Quality Control
- Data sources and research method
- Scored shortlist with margins
- Supplier or product comparison sheet
- Risks, compliance and next steps
- Recorded walkthrough of the findings
How it works
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Brief
Your goals, budget, target marketplaces and must-have criteria.
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Research
Data from marketplace tools, search trends and competitor reviews.
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Shortlist
Products and suppliers scored side by side with margins.
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Validate
Samples, inspections and a final go / no-go decision.
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Hand-over
Purchase order support and a launch plan for listings.
Pricing
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Starter
£245
one-off
Sample check or 1 inspection
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Growth
£595
one-off
3 inspections with reports
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Enterprise
£1,450
one-off
Factory audit plus 5 inspections
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Custom
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Tailored scope, combined services or several markets. Tell us what you need and we will send a fixed quote.
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Prices exclude VAT. Prices shown in GBP. Base prices are set in GBP and USD; other currencies are indicative and converted at current rates.
Available on 7 marketplaces and platforms
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sampling & Quality Control take?
Most research projects take one to three weeks. Sourcing work depends on sampling and factory lead times, and we give you a dated plan before we start.
Which countries do you source from?
Mainly China, Vietnam, Türkiye, Europe and the US, using marketplaces such as Alibaba and 1688 as well as direct factory contacts.
Can Sampling & Quality Control be tailored to every marketplace and platform?
Yes. We use every marketplace and platform fees, categories and buyer behaviour in the research, so the numbers reflect where you will actually sell.
Do you guarantee a winning product?
No agency can guarantee sales. We reduce the risk with evidence, margins and validated suppliers, and we tell you when a product is not worth pursuing.
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