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Finding manufacturers in India
Find the factory that will actually make your product.
How do I actually find a manufacturer to make my product in India?
Start with a one-page spec sheet so every factory quotes the same thing, then work three channels in parallel: B2B directories like IndiaMART and T...
Should I go private label or contract (custom) manufacturing?
If you want to test the market fast and cheap, start private label: pick a proven formulation off the factory's catalogue, put your brand on it, an...
The MOQ is way too high for me. How do I lower it or start with a small batch?
First figure out what's actually driving the MOQ, because it's usually the packaging, not the product; a factory that can run 200 units may be bloc...
How do I vet a factory before I trust them with a real order?
Never place a production order off a chat screenshot and a website. Order paid samples from at least three vendors, compare them blind, check GST/r...
How do I avoid getting scammed by a supplier?
Treat three things as hard red flags: prices dramatically below market, a demand for 100% advance with no escrow or milestones, and pressure to mov...
What contracts, NDAs and quality agreements do I actually need with a manufacturer?
At minimum you want three documents: an NDA before you share your formulation or design, a manufacturing/supply agreement that locks pricing, lead ...
Where in India is my product category actually made?
India's manufacturing is clustered by category, and sourcing from the right hub gets you better prices, faster turnaround, and lower MOQs: Tirupur ...