China sourcing, without the opacity.
HONGFENGSOURCING connects global buyers with verified Chinese factories — with sourcing, QC inspection, translation, freight and on-site support. We recommend. You decide. Every step transparent.
One partner for the whole sourcing journey
Every service is optional and priced transparently. You stay in control of your purchasing decisions at all times.
Sourcing & Factory Matching
We find and shortlist factories that fit your product, budget and compliance needs — quotes presented open-book.
Supplier Verification
Factory traceability checks: business license, real site visit, production capability and compliance documents.
QC Inspection
Pre-production, during-production and pre-shipment inspections with photo and video reports within 24 hours.
Translation
Business and technical translation — factory meetings, documents, contracts and WhatsApp threads.
Logistics & Freight
Freight forwarding coordination, customs support and DDP door-to-door quotes. You compare and choose the lane.
Factory Visit & Pickup
Airport pickup, factory visit escort, on-site interpreting and meals — we handle logistics so you focus on the deal.
We work for you — not for the factories
Most sourcing agents are paid by factories behind your back. We are not. That single difference changes how you source.
Working with HONGFENGSOURCING
- ✓ Zero commissions from factories — our income comes from you
- ✓ Factory quotes shown open-book; you negotiate directly
- ✓ Every report, email and decision documented in writing
- ✓ Balance payments held in escrow until inspection passes
- ✓ We present options — you make the final call
Traditional sourcing agents
- ✗ Hidden factory rebates and markups baked into prices
- ✗ Quotes inflated to protect their own margin
- ✗ Verbal promises, no paper trail
- ✗ No protection for your advance payments
- ✗ You are pushed toward whichever factory pays them more
A $99 start. A real commitment from us.
The Service Initiation Fee filters out unserious inquiries and funds real work. It is fully creditable — and fully refundable if we miss our promise.
What you get for $99
Within 72 hours of payment we deliver an initial shortlist of 3–5 verified factories with profiles and quotes where available. Miss the SLA and we refund you in full.
Transparent pricing, no surprises
Reference prices. Every project is quoted precisely before it starts — and you approve the quote first.
| Service | What is included | Pricing basis | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Initiation | 3–5 verified factories in 72h · 100% creditable · refund if SLA missed | Flat fee | $99 |
| Sourcing Project | Factory shortlist, verification, negotiation support | Fixed project fee or open commission | $500–2,000 or 5–8% of FOB, open-book |
| QC Inspection | Pre-shipment / during-production · photo + video report within 24h | Per man-day | $199–299 |
| Supplier Audit | On-site visit, license & capability verification report | Per man-day | $268–348 |
| Translation | Factory meetings, documents, WeChat/WhatsApp threads | Hourly / half-day / full-day | $25–50/hr $199 half-day · $349 full-day |
| Freight Coordination | Forwarding support, customs documentation, DDP quotes | Per shipment | $50–150 or DDP all-in |
| Factory Visit & Pickup | Airport pickup, visit escort, on-site interpreting, meals | Per visit / per day | $30–80 visit package $299/day |
| Monthly Retainer | Ongoing sourcing support, priority response, service discounts | Monthly subscription | $299–999 optional |
— All payments go to our corporate account. Invoice issued under the same legal entity. Never to personal accounts.
From inquiry to inspection in four steps
Tell us what you need
Send your product, target price and quantity through the inquiry form or WhatsApp. A free 15–30 minute consultation clarifies scope.
Pay the $99 initiation fee
You receive a Reference Quote and a service agreement. The fee is 100% creditable against your project fee.
We deliver factory matches
3–5 verified factories within 72 hours, with profiles and open-book quotes. You negotiate directly with the ones you like.
Inspect, ship, done
Optional QC inspection before payment release — your balance is held in escrow until the inspection passes.
Questions buyers ask us
Ready to source from China — the transparent way?
Tell us what you need. We reply within one business day with a free consultation and a clear quote.