Compare Samples Before You Commit to Bulk Orders.
Choosing a supplier based on photos and quotations alone can be difficult. Ordering samples from multiple suppliers allows you to compare product quality, materials, workmanship and other details before placing a bulk order.
SkyTide Sourcing helps coordinate sample purchases from China and consolidate parcels for international shipping.
Value to Your Business
- Compare products before placing a bulk order. Review samples from different suppliers before deciding which option best fits your requirements.
- Simplify communication and delivery. Coordinate multiple sample orders through one China-side contact.
- Make international sample shipping easier. Consolidate eligible parcels to reduce the complexity of managing separate shipments.
What’s Included in Our Service
- Supplier Communication: Contact selected suppliers and confirm sample availability, prices and specifications.
- Sample Order Coordination: Help place sample orders and follow up on preparation.
- Domestic Delivery Coordination: Coordinate delivery of samples to an agreed receiving address.
- Basic Receiving Records: Provide basic arrival photos and parcel records.
- Sample Consolidation: Organize eligible sample parcels for combined shipment.
- International Shipping Arrangements: Help coordinate shipping options and shipment preparation.
- Sample Summary: Summarize available supplier and sample information to support your comparison.
This service includes basic receiving records, not professional product testing or a full quality inspection.
How It Works
- 1. Send Your Sample Requirements — Share product links, photos, supplier details and the number of samples you want to compare.
- 2. Confirm the Sample Plan — We coordinate with suppliers and confirm sample costs, domestic delivery and the service fee.
- 3. Receive & Consolidate Samples — We coordinate parcel arrivals, record the samples received and arrange consolidation as agreed.
- 4. Arrange International Shipping — We help coordinate shipment arrangements so you can receive and evaluate your samples.
Who Is This Service For?
- Buyers comparing products from several suppliers.
- First-time importers who want to assess samples before bulk purchasing.
- E-commerce sellers testing product options.
- Buyers who need multiple China-based sample parcels consolidated.
Pricing & Fees
Sample Sourcing Service: Starting from US$40. Available service packages:
- Basic: US$40 — up to 3 suppliers.
- Standard: US$60 — up to 6 suppliers.
- Extended: US$90 — up to 10 suppliers.
- Additional Suppliers: US$10–15 per supplier beyond the package limit. Complex sourcing requirements may be quoted separately.
Sample costs, domestic courier fees, international freight, special packaging, product testing and other third-party expenses are charged separately.
Already Using Our Product Sourcing & Procurement Service?
Sample coordination may already be included in your sourcing service. Please check your agreed service scope before booking this service separately.