Los Angeles & 
Foshan
Factory checked Beato · 2011
No unchecked factories. Ever.
Applies to every order
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Buy factory-direct from China, or from a US distributor?
Many products sold by US distributors are made in China. Buying factory-direct removes the middle layers, but adds production time, shipping and import duties. Here's how to decide.
| US distributor | Factory-direct from China (with Beato) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Includes the importer's and distributor's margins | Factory price plus freight, duties and our fee: often lower at volume |
| Lead time | Often in stock, fast delivery | Production plus ocean freight: plan ahead |
| Customization | Catalog items, limited options | Your sizes, colors, finishes, logo and packaging |
| Minimum order | Any quantity | From 1 pallet |
| Import duties | Already in the price | Paid on import: we check them, including anti-dumping duties, before we quote |
| Quality risk | Distributor's returns policy | Factory checked, production matched to your sample, inspected before shipping |
| Installation | Sometimes | Partners across the USA and in Canada, France, Germany, UK |
A US distributor is better when…
- You need it in days, not weeks
- The quantity is small or a one-off
- The product carries very high US duties from China (some anti-dumping orders make importing uneconomic)
- A public project requires US-made products
Factory-direct is better when…
- You order by the pallet or container
- You want custom sizes, finishes or branding
- You're fitting out a whole project: a hotel, a restaurant, a store
- You can plan a few weeks ahead
Why buyers choose us
Three promises, in writing.
Sample match Beato · 2011
Your order matches your sample.
Checked at the factory · No exclusions
Price locked Beato · 2011
The price we quote is the price you pay.
Quotes valid 7–14 days
FAQ
Questions buyers ask
How much can I save buying from China?
It depends on the product, the volume and the duties. We quote the full landed cost in 8–36 hours so you can compare with your distributor's price. Try the landed cost calculator for a first estimate.
What if duties make it not worth it?
We'll tell you. Some products face anti-dumping duties that make importing from China uneconomic, and we check them before we quote.
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Send us a photo. Get factory prices in 8–36 hours.
Tell us what you need, how many and where it goes. We reply 24/7, from Los Angeles and Foshan.