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Why Factory-Direct Beats Trading Companies: A Buyer’s Guide to Jelly Shoe Sourcing
When sourcing jelly shoes from China, buyers face a fundamental choice: work with a trading company or go directly to the factory. Here’s why experienced importers almost always prefer the latter.
Price Transparency
Trading companies add a margin — typically 15–30% — on top of the factory price. When you source directly, you see the real cost and can negotiate more effectively as your order volume grows.
Faster Problem Resolution
If there’s a quality issue, a trading company must relay the problem back to the factory — adding days or weeks to the resolution process. Working directly with the manufacturer means faster decisions and accountability.
Customization Capability
OEM and ODM orders — custom colors, logos, sole designs — are only possible when working directly with the production team. Trading companies often can’t offer genuine customization.
Certification Access
Factories hold the original test reports and certificates. Trading companies sometimes provide copies or documents for different products. Direct sourcing guarantees you’re getting legitimate documentation for exactly what you’re buying.
How to Verify You’re Talking to a Factory
Ask for a factory audit report, photos of the production floor, or a video call walkthrough. Legitimate manufacturers welcome transparency.
DADI Footwear has operated our own production facility in Wenling, Zhejiang since 1998. We welcome factory visits and provide complete documentation for every order. Get in touch to learn more.
