Sourcing process

Six steps, from inquiry to arrival at port.

Every stage is documented in writing, so you always know exactly where your order stands and what happens next.

01

Sourcing brief

You share product, spec, target volume and price range. We check this against our factory network and confirm whether it's feasible — and if not, we say so directly rather than force a fit.

Typical duration: 1–2 daysYou provide: spec, volume, target price
02

Factory matching

We shortlist 2–3 pre-audited producers whose capability and certifications match your requirement, and share their profiles and indicative pricing.

Typical duration: 3–5 daysWe provide: factory profiles, indicative pricing
03

Samples & QC

Samples are pulled from the shortlisted factory and, where needed, sent for independent lab testing before you approve moving into production.

Typical duration: 7–14 days incl. shippingYou provide: sample approval
04

Contract & production

Terms, pricing and the production schedule are confirmed in writing before manufacturing begins — no verbal agreements carried into a live order.

Typical duration: 10–20 daysWe provide: written contract terms
05

Pre-shipment inspection

We inspect the finished batch on-site against your approved sample before it leaves the factory, with photo and video confirmation sent to you.

Typical duration: 1–2 daysWe provide: inspection report, photos/video
06

Export documentation & shipment

Certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates and commercial documents are prepared, and the shipment is booked with your preferred Incoterm.

Typical duration: 5–10 days to FOBWe provide: full export documentation set
Vietfinest vs. the alternatives

Where a specialist agent earns its fee.

Buying direct from a factory listing or through a generalist trading company can work — until it doesn't. Here's where the gaps usually show up.

ConsiderationVietfinestFactory-directGeneralist trading co.
Category expertiseDeep — dried fruit, veg & nutrition onlyStrong on their own product onlyBroad, often shallow
Independent QC oversightYes, on-site pre-shipmentSelf-reportedInconsistent
Pricing transparencyFactory cost + disclosed feeFactory price, no sourcing supportOften opaque margin
Export documentation supportFull handlingVaries by factoryYes, but slower
Backup supplier if one failsYes, via networkNoSometimes
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