Using SaleHoo to Find Manufacturers

Want to bring your own product ideas to life?
Finding the right manufacturer is one of the most important steps in building a long-term, scalable eCommerce business.

SaleHoo Directory helps you connect with trusted manufacturers—so you can create products that reflect your brand and meet your quality standards.

Why Work with Manufacturers?

• Customize product designs and features
• Control packaging and branding
• Scale production as your business grows
• Build long-term supplier relationships
• Differentiate from generic competitors

Whether you want to create a new product or private label an existing one, SaleHoo helps you find the right manufacturing partners.

How to Find Manufacturers in SaleHoo Directory

Start with a Product Search

Example: You want a manufacturer for sunglasses.

• Enter “sunglasses” in the SaleHoo Directory search bar.
• Under Supplier Type, select Manufacturer.
• Apply additional filters (supplier location, ships to, minimum order cost, etc.) to narrow your results.

You can browse via:

• View Products → See individual product listings.
• View Suppliers → Focus on manufacturer profiles.

Contacting Manufacturers

Once you find a manufacturer you like:

• Visit their Supplier Profile to learn more (years in business, warehouse location, integrations, etc.).
• Contact them via:
  • Live chat (SaleHoo’s built-in feature)
  • Email
  • Phone

Key questions to ask:

• Do you offer custom product design?
• What are your MOQ (minimum order quantity) requirements?
• What are the sample costs and lead times?
• Do you offer branded packaging or private labeling?
• What are your shipping options and fees?
• What are your payment terms?
• Do you support compliance (e.g. FDA, CE, GMP) if required for your product category?

Using Market Insights to Find Product Ideas

Not sure what to manufacture yet?

Market Insights is the perfect tool to explore new opportunities.
We track 1.6+ million products to help you spot profitable, low-competition items.

You can filter by:

• Product type
• Sell rate %
• Average price
• Competition strength

Once you find a promising product idea, Insights shows you potential suppliers and manufacturers—plus similar listings to explore.

Tips for Working with Manufacturers

• Contact multiple manufacturers to compare pricing, capabilities, and terms.
• Confirm they can support your specific product design or customization needs.
• Be clear about branding, packaging, and compliance requirements upfront.
• Test product samples thoroughly before proceeding with large orders.
• Plan for shipping fees, sample costs, lead times, and production schedules in your budget.

Build Your Dream Product with SaleHoo

Bringing your product ideas to life has never been easier.
With SaleHoo, you can connect with trusted manufacturers, validate your ideas, and start building a brand that lasts.

Ready to get started?
Explore our platform today—or contact our team for help finding the perfect manufacturer.

Updated on: 24/06/2025