Factory payments
stay direct.
You pay the factory for your products. Groundline’s service fee is separate.
IN CHINA. ON YOUR SIDE.Your next product.
Your next product.
Closer to reality.
From the first supplier conversation to the checks before shipment. Practical sourcing support, with clear fees and your decisions at the centre.
01 / Direct factory payments02 / Written scope first
THE DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
FROM SPECIFICATIONTO SHIPMENT.
YOUR BRIEF IS THE STARTING POINTSpecify. Compare. Check.
GROUNDLINE SOURCING
Supplier sourcing / Samples / Inspection / Coordination
Find your starting point ↓A CLEAR PLACE TO START
What brings you here?
Select your goal. We’ll show you a suitable starting point.
YOUR STARTING POINT
Build my brief ↗Per-order sourcing 4% · $40 minimum · 50% off
Compare 3–5 suppliers, discuss quotes and MOQs, and coordinate samples and your order.
All fees in USD. Final scope agreed in writing. Samples, testing, travel and shipping quoted separately.
01 / THE GROUNDLINE APPROACH
Good sourcing starts
with clear answers.
Who am I paying? What will be checked? What happens next?
Groundline helps you work through the practical details of buying from China. Define your requirements, understand the options, and agree on the support before work begins.
Factory payments
The scope comes
before the work.
Confirm deliverables, fees and responsibilities in writing before proceeding.
Extra costs need
your approval.
Samples, testing, travel and logistics are quoted separately before approval.
GROUNDLINE / ON THE GROUND
ILLUSTRATIVE INDUSTRY PHOTOGRAPHYPractical support.
At the point you need it.
02 / OUR EXPERTISE
One task.
Or the next chapter.
Find the right starting point.
Compare potential suppliers, quotations and minimum order quantities against your product brief.
Supplier comparison · Quote & MOQ negotiationDiscuss this service ↗Resolve the details before the order.
Coordinate sample requests and clarify materials, dimensions, branding and packaging with the supplier.
Sample requests · Product specificationsDiscuss this service ↗See what’s ready to ship.
Agree on inspection criteria, then review quantity, packaging and product findings through a photo and video report.
Agreed checks · Inspection findingsDiscuss this service ↗Keep the next step in view.
Coordinate the production follow-up and shipping handover included in your agreed scope.
Order readiness · Freight coordinationDiscuss this service ↗03 / THE DETAILS THAT MATTER
From product checks
to packed orders.
Packaging, product condition and shipment readiness. Choose the support you need to discuss your order.
01 / PACKAGING CHECKSCheck the packing details.↗02 / PRODUCT INSPECTIONSCheck the details.↗03 / SHIPMENT COORDINATIONPlan the next move.↗Stock photography illustrates the services discussed here; these are not photos of Groundline’s team or client orders. Inspection scope and shipping arrangements are agreed for your brief.
Gallery photography: Shipping checklist · Product measurement · Packed cartons. Pexels stock photography.
THE BUYER’S WORKBENCHTwo quotes.
Two quotes.
A clearer comparison.
Put supplier prices side by side. Compare the product subtotal and minimum order requirement before deciding what to discuss next.
PRODUCT COST SNAPSHOT
Supplier A—
Enter quantity, price and minimum order.
Supplier B—
Enter quantity, price and minimum order.
Your comparison will appear here.
Planning tool only. Product subtotals exclude sourcing fees, samples, shipping, duties, taxes and other charges. Compare equivalent specifications and payment terms; a lower price alone does not establish supplier quality. Values stay on this page.
THE INSPECTION STUDIO
Don’t just ask for a check.
Define what matters.
Choose your priorities and explore an illustrative report structure. Your actual inspection scope is agreed before work begins.
01 / BUILD YOUR CHECKLIST
What would you like checked?
Select the topics to include in your inquiry.
2 inspection topics selected.
This is an inquiry checklist, not a certification or laboratory test. Sampling, methods and acceptance criteria need to be agreed.
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INSPECTION NOTES
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLEINSPECTION NOTES
01 / THE AGREED BRIEF
Start with a shared reference.
Product specification, approved sample and agreed checks give the inspection a clear starting point.
- Product reference
- Your specification or approved sample
- Inspection scope
- Agreed before the visit
- Acceptance criteria
- Defined with you in advance
The report example contains no client data or actual inspection findings.
YOUR NEXT ORDER, BETTER PREPAREDA little preparation.
Start my brief ↗
A little preparation.
A clearer starting point.
Use this checklist to organise your first conversation. Tick what you have ready—you can discuss the rest with us.
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YOUR PREPARATION
Start with your product.
A reference photo or product link is enough to begin.
Optional planning tool. Your selections stay on this page and reset when you refresh.
THE BUYER’S FIELD NOTESG / 01
You stay in control.
Agree the scope before work begins.
04 / FROM BRIEF TO NEXT STEP
No guesswork
about what comes next.
Four stages. Clear decision points.
Select a stage to see what to prepare.
Start with what you know.
Send a product link, specification, or reference photo. Add your quantity, target budget, destination, and timing so the discussion starts with the right requirements.
YOUR CHECKLIST
- Product link or specification
- Estimated quantity and budget
- Destination and required date
05 / CLEAR SERVICE FEES
Choose the support.
Know the fee.
50% off all three service plans. Your factory payments remain direct. Choose one order, one inspection day, or ongoing coordination.
Per-order sourcing
4% of order value
- 3–5 supplier comparison
- Quote and MOQ negotiation
- Sample and order coordination
- QC and freight support
Monthly partner
$150 / month
Cancel anytime
- Ongoing product sourcing
- Supplier communication
- Reorder coordination
- QC and issue follow-up
Inspection only
$30 / inspection day
Scope agreed before the inspection
- Pre-shipment product check
- Quantity and packaging review
- Photo and video report
- Pass, conditional, or fail verdict
All prices in USD. Samples, testing, travel, freight, duties and taxes are separate. Final scope and terms are confirmed in writing.
A CLOSER LOOKCompare the three plans+
| What to compare | Per-order sourcing | Monthly partner | Inspection only |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best starting point | A specific sourcing project | Ongoing supplier coordination | An order ready to be checked |
| Discounted service fee | 4% · $40 minimum | $150 / month | $30 / inspection day |
| Main focus | Supplier comparison, quotes and order coordination | Ongoing sourcing, communication and reorder follow-up | Product, quantity and packaging checks |
| What to discuss first | Product requirements and order value | Recurring needs and expected workload | Location, products and inspection criteria |
| Next step | Discuss an order ↗ | Discuss a partnership ↗ | Discuss an inspection ↗ |
All fees in USD. Samples, testing, travel, freight, duties and taxes are separate. Agree final scope and terms in writing.
Estimate your sourcing fee
Per-order service fee only.
4% of order value, with a $40 minimum (50% off).
Discounted service fee$2,500 × 4%You save $100.00 on the service fee
06 / LET’S TALK SOURCING
A good order
starts with a
good conversation.
Three simple steps. Share your product, add the details you know, then review your brief before opening WhatsApp.
DIRECT WHATSAPP CONTACT+86 131 8609 7257 ↗DIRECT EMAIL CONTACT[email protected] ↗
Groundline SourcingGuangdong, China · Working globally
BEFORE WE BEGIN
A little more
clarity.
The details worth knowing.
Do I pay you or the factory for the products?
You pay the factory directly. Groundline’s service fee is separate from the product payment. Confirm supplier payment terms and the scope of work before proceeding.
What does the discounted sourcing fee cover?
The per-order plan lists supplier comparison, quote and MOQ negotiation, sample and order coordination, and QC and freight support. The fee is 4% of order value, with a $40 minimum (50% off). The final scope and fee basis are agreed in writing.
What costs are separate?
Samples, testing, travel, freight, duties, and taxes are quoted separately before you approve them. The calculator estimates only the per-order service fee.
What does an inspection confirm?
An inspection reports the checks performed against the agreed scope and criteria. It cannot guarantee every unit, replace laboratory testing, or establish regulatory compliance unless those services are separately arranged.
Can you help with a small first order?
Share your product and quantity. Minimum order quantities depend on the supplier, product, and customization. Availability and practical options must be checked for your specific requirements.
What should I send to get started?
A product link or specification, estimated quantity, target budget, destination, and required date. Include materials, dimensions, packaging, branding, and any applicable testing requirements if known.
YOUR NEXT MOVE STARTS HERELet’s get to work.↗