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Articles on the financial side of manufacturing in China and Vietnam — supplier payment terms, tooling costs, landed cost, and managing cash flow.
Contact usBook a meeting← Back to BlogFinancialArticles to help you navigate the complexities of doing business in China so you can pay and do transactions overseas easily for your die casting, metal stamping and plastic injection moulding manufacturing needsJuly 8, 2026China Sourcing Agent Fees – How Much Does It Cost?China sourcing agent fees explained. Get a better grasp on cost and what fee structures can you expect. Also, some tips on what works well and what to look out for.July 29, 2026Managing Payment Terms with Your China ManufacturerManaging payment terms with your China manufacturer must be done wisely. There is a lot more to it than simply making a wire transfer. Read more on how to go about itJuly 29, 2026What is the best way to pay my Chinese supplier?What is the best way to pay my Chinese supplier? Wire transfers, PayPal or Letter of Credit? We discuss the pros and cons of the variety of ways you can pay suppliers in China.July 8, 2026Effective tips on how to broker favorable payment termsPayment terms with manufacturers in low-cost regions such as China is key. Here is how you broker favorable payment terms every timeSubscribe to our newsletterWe sometimes share case studies, learnings and webinars of our experiences when sourcing and manufacturing in China and Asia.Thank you! Your submission has been received!Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.Thank you! Your submission has been received!Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.Sourcing Allies specializes in both sourcing and manufacturing, providing a seamless solution from supplier selection to final assembly. Whether it’s plastics, metals, electronics, or custom components, we ensure high-quality production and reliable delivery – so you get the right product, at the right price, on time.info@sourcingallies.com What we doContract & turnkey manufacturingChina sourcing agentFind & vet a manufacturerOEM, ODM & white-labelHow we work: CAD to productIndustriesAI hardware & connected devicesConsumer & lifestyle productsCooling & thermal systemsIndustrial & outdoor equipmentCustom components & assembliesFast-Track programCapabilitiesEngineering & DFM reviewComponent sourcingAssembly & quality controlDie castingMetal stampingPlastic injection mouldingCompanyAbout.Case studies.Privacy Policy.Blog.FAQs.Sustainable Sourcing25+ years across China & Vietnam. We sign an NDA on every project.Book a meeting© 2026 Sourcing Allies, China Sourcing Agent for China manufacturing. All rights reservedUSA - North America2265 – 116th AVE NE, Suite 210-3Bellevue, WA 98004 USA+1(206) 422 8760European UnionBelestigen 20182 64 Djursholm, Sweden+46 8 181 180ChinaNo. 2 Building, 4th floor,Ningbo Book City, Yinzhou Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315040+86 574 2795 6902