# Importivity

> Importivity is a US-based product sourcing and manufacturing partner that helps brands source products and materials more profitably — supplier discovery and vetting, factory audits, quality control, tariff strategy, and end-to-end logistics across China, Vietnam, Mexico, India, and beyond.

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## Services
- [Product Sourcing](https://importivity.com/services/product-sourcing/): End-to-end sourcing: supplier discovery, vetting, negotiation, QC, and logistics.
- [Manufacturer Sourcing](https://importivity.com/services/manufacturer-sourcing/): Direct factory partnerships with audits, tooling, and IP protection.
- [Quality Control](https://importivity.com/services/quality-control/): Factory audits and AQL inspections at every production stage.
- [Supplier Vetting](https://importivity.com/services/supplier-vetting/): Verify legitimacy, capacity, and compliance before you commit.
- [Supply Chain Management](https://importivity.com/services/supply-chain-management/): Control-tower visibility across logistics, suppliers, and inventory.
- [Shipping & Logistics](https://importivity.com/services/shipping-and-logistics/): Global freight, customs, and routing managed end to end.
- [Import / Export Consulting](https://importivity.com/services/import-export-agency/): Tariff strategy, HTS classification, and cross-border compliance.
- [Prototyping](https://importivity.com/services/rapid-prototyping/): CAD, samples, and DFM with a clean handoff to manufacturing.
- [Packaging](https://importivity.com/services/packaging/): Custom, compliant, retail-ready packaging.
- [Reshoring](https://importivity.com/services/reshoring/): Relocate production to cut lead times and tariff exposure.

## Industries
- [Plastics](https://importivity.com/industry/plastics/): Injection molding, resins, and plastic component sourcing.
- [Metals](https://importivity.com/industry/metals/): CNC, aluminum extrusion, and metal fabrication sourcing.
- [Electronics](https://importivity.com/industry/electronics/): PCB assembly and electronic component sourcing.
- [Textiles & Apparel](https://importivity.com/industry/textiles/): Private-label clothing and fabric sourcing.

## Sourcing by country
- [China](https://importivity.com/connections/china/): High-scale production sourcing.
- [Vietnam](https://importivity.com/connections/vietnam/): Specialty and sustainable goods.
- [Mexico](https://importivity.com/connections/mexico/): Nearshore manufacturing for US brands.
- [India](https://importivity.com/connections/india/): Textiles and engineering.
- [USA](https://importivity.com/connections/usa/): Reshoring and domestic production.

## Compare & decide
- [Country Comparisons](https://importivity.com/comparisons/): China vs Vietnam vs Mexico manufacturing, compared on cost, quality, and tariffs.
- [Free Resources & Tools](https://importivity.com/resources/): RFQ/BOM templates, checklists, and the landed-cost calculator.
- [Tariff News](https://importivity.com/tariff-news/): Trade-policy and tariff change tracker.
- [Case Studies](https://importivity.com/case-studies/): Real sourcing outcomes for brands we work with.

## Case studies
- [Frawgs, Product Sourcing](https://importivity.com/case-studies/frawgs-product-sourcing-case-study/): Marine-grade floating mats sourced, developed, and scaled to $5M+ in sales.
- [420seven, Prototyping](https://importivity.com/case-studies/420seven-prototyping-case-study/): LED grow lights from rough prototype to national launch in under 9 months.
- [Whiskey Towers, Manufacturer Sourcing](https://importivity.com/case-studies/whiskey-towers-manufacture-sourcing-case-study/): A sketch turned into a premium stainless dispenser and $10M+ in sales.
- [Monterrey Ironwork Nearshoring](https://importivity.com/case-studies/monterrey-ironwork-nearshoring-case-study/): $2M+ of custom ironwork imported from Mexico, 40+ containers a year, 2 to 3 week lead times.
- [U.S. Gum Manufacturer Reshoring](https://importivity.com/case-studies/us-gum-manufacturer-reshoring-case-study/): Food-grade equipment dual-sourced through the 2025 tariff spike, scaled to national retail.
- [Agricultural IoT Sensor Prototyping](https://importivity.com/case-studies/agricultural-iot-sensor-prototyping-case-study/): Irrigation sensor calibration intervals moved from 30 days to five years.
- [Tariff-Resilient Bedding Sourcing](https://importivity.com/case-studies/luxury-bedding-tariff-resilient-sourcing-case-study/): Section 301 exposure cut 60%+, lead time 120 days to 70, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's won.
- [Vietnam Backup Mold Strategy](https://importivity.com/case-studies/vietnam-backup-mold-tariff-mitigation-case-study/): An $18k duplicate mold avoided about $480k a year in Section 301 duty.
- [Vietnam Durian Cold-Chain Export](https://importivity.com/case-studies/vietnam-durian-cold-chain-export-case-study/): $100k+ reefer containers placed with vetted Guangzhou distributors on a repeatable SOP.
- [Reverse-Sourced Beverage Launch](https://importivity.com/case-studies/reverse-sourcing-beverage-launch-case-study/): A proven product traced to its source factory, launched nationally, 1M+ cans sold.

## Company
- [About Importivity](https://importivity.com/about-us/): Who we are and how we work.
- [Pricing](https://importivity.com/pricing/): Transparent, tariff-aware pricing.
- [Contact](https://importivity.com/contact/): Talk to our sourcing team.
- [Submit a Sourcing Request](https://importivity.com/submit-rfq/): Start a sourcing project. The single RFQ intake form.
- [Client Support](https://importivity.com/client-support/): Escalation route for existing clients with a live quality or shipment issue.

## Blog
- [China Inland Freight Costs and How They Affect Supplier Selection](https://importivity.com/blog/china-inland-freight-costs/)
- [American Manufactured Shoes Explained (Suppliers, Costs and MOQs for Brands)](https://importivity.com/blog/american-manufactured-shoes/)
- [How to Find Vietnam Clothing Suppliers (Hubs, MOQs, Costs and Vetting for U.S. Brands)](https://importivity.com/blog/vietnam-clothing-suppliers/)
- [ISF 10+2 Filing Requirements and Deadlines for U.S. Importers](https://importivity.com/blog/isf-10-2-filing-requirements/)
- [How to Verify Component Origin in Electronics Supply Chains](https://importivity.com/blog/verify-component-origin-electronics/)
- [Section 301 Tariff Refunds: What Importers Should Do Now](https://importivity.com/blog/section-301-tariff-refunds/)
- [How to Prove Vietnam Origin and Avoid Transshipment Risk](https://importivity.com/blog/vietnam-origin-transshipment-risk/)
- [Forced Labor Import Compliance and How It Changes Supplier Risk](https://importivity.com/blog/forced-labor-import-compliance/)
- [How to Find a Manufacturer to Make Your Product](https://importivity.com/blog/how-to-find-a-manufacturer-to-make-a-product/)
- [Supplier Onboarding: How to Onboard a New Supplier](https://importivity.com/blog/supplier-onboarding-checklist/)
- [Section 301 Tariffs Explained for Importers and Sourcing Teams](https://importivity.com/blog/section-301-tariffs-explained/)
- [When Does Die Casting Make Sense for Your Product?](https://importivity.com/blog/die-casting-explained/)
- [Bill of Materials Template: What to Include (With Example)](https://importivity.com/blog/bill-of-materials-template/)
- [How to Write a Manufacturing RFQ That Gets Better Quotes](https://importivity.com/blog/how-to-write-a-manufacturing-rfq/)
- [Which Is Cheaper, FCL or LCL Shipping?](https://importivity.com/blog/fcl-vs-lcl-shipping/)
- [Should You Choose Private Label or White Label?](https://importivity.com/blog/private-label-vs-white-label/)
- [How to Source Sheet Metal Parts Without Overpaying](https://importivity.com/blog/sheet-metal-fabrication-sourcing/)
- [Which Rapid Prototyping Method Is Right for Your Product?](https://importivity.com/blog/rapid-prototyping-services/)
- [What Does a Freight Forwarder Actually Do, and Do You Need One?](https://importivity.com/blog/what-is-a-freight-forwarder/)
- [How to Choose the Right Contract Manufacturing Partner](https://importivity.com/blog/contract-manufacturing/)
- [The Complete Factory Audit Checklist for Vetting a Supplier Before You Order](https://importivity.com/blog/factory-audit-checklist/)
- [How to Find a Private-Label Clothing Manufacturer for Your Apparel Brand](https://importivity.com/blog/private-label-clothing-manufacturer/)
- [Plastic Injection Molding Explained: Process, Costs and MOQs for Importers](https://importivity.com/blog/plastic-injection-molding-sourcing/)
- [The Complete Guide for U.S. Importers to Sourcing From India](https://importivity.com/blog/sourcing-from-india/)
- [How to Source Aluminum Extrusions Overseas (Suppliers, Costs and MOQs)](https://importivity.com/blog/aluminum-extrusion-sourcing/)
- [How to Source CNC-Machined Metal Parts Overseas: A Buyer’s Guide](https://importivity.com/blog/cnc-machining-metal-parts-sourcing/)
- [Import Product Compliance Explained (CE, FCC and FDA Certifications Every Importer Needs)](https://importivity.com/blog/import-product-compliance/)
- [How to Source Electronics Overseas – A Buyer’s Guide for U.S. Brands](https://importivity.com/blog/how-to-source-electronics-overseas/)
- [A Complete Guide to Suppliers, Costs and Logistics while Sourcing From Vietnam](https://importivity.com/blog/sourcing-from-vietnam/)
- [HTS Codes Explained and How to Classify Your Imports Without Costly Mistakes](https://importivity.com/blog/hts-codes-customs-classification/)
- [Letters of Credit Explained: A Trade Finance Guide for Importers](https://importivity.com/blog/letters-of-credit-trade-finance/)
- [Which Should U.S. Importers Choose Between India vs China Manufacturing?](https://importivity.com/blog/india-vs-china-manufacturing/)
- [How to Calculate Landed Cost (A Step-by-Step Formula for Importers)](https://importivity.com/blog/how-to-calculate-landed-cost/)
- [Pre-Production Sampling Services and How the PPS Process Works](https://importivity.com/blog/pre-production-sample-process/)
- [Duty Drawback Explained and How Importers Claim Tariff Refunds](https://importivity.com/blog/duty-drawback-tariff-refunds/)
- [Incoterms 2020 Explained: A Guide for Importers](https://importivity.com/blog/incoterms-2020-explained-guide-for-importers/)
- [How to Choose the Right Shipping Method Between Sea vs Air Freight](https://importivity.com/blog/sea-vs-air-freight/)
- [How Roofing Contractors Save 31% Sourcing Materials Direct From China (and When It Doesn’t Make Sense)](https://importivity.com/blog/how-roofing-contractors-save-31-sourcing-materials-direct-from-china-and-when-it-doesnt-make-sense/)
- [Will AI Bring Manufacturing Back to the US? What the Anthropic IPO Means for New Importers](https://importivity.com/blog/what-the-anthropic-ipo-means-for-new-importers/)
- [How to Find Overseas Manufacturers: A Step-by-Step Guide for U.S. Brands](https://importivity.com/blog/step-by-step-guide-on-how-to-find-overseas-manufacturers/)
- [How to Ensure Quality Control When Working With Factories in China](https://importivity.com/blog/quality-control-when-working-with-factories-in-china/)
- [The Only Times Importing Building Materials Is a Bad Idea](https://importivity.com/blog/importing-building-materials/)
- [OEM vs ODM Manufacturing: Key Differences Explained](https://importivity.com/blog/oem-vs-odm-manufacturing/)
- [What Is OEM? How Original Equipment Manufacturing Works and How to Find the Right Factory](https://importivity.com/blog/what-is-oem-and-how-to-find-the-right-factory/)
- [Where Does Nike Make Its Shoes and Clothes (2026 Manufacturing Guide)](https://importivity.com/blog/where-does-nike-make-shoes-and-apparel/)
- [Can Nearshoring to Mexico Improve Both Cost and Delivery Speed for Us Brands](https://importivity.com/blog/can-nearshoring-to-mexico-improve-both-cost-and-delivery-speed-for-us-brands/)
- [Why Transparent Budgeting Matters When Sourcing Products Globally](https://importivity.com/blog/why-transparent-budgeting-matters-when-sourcing-products-globally/)
- [What Firms Provide Tariff Consulting and How to Choose One](https://importivity.com/blog/how-can-tariff-consulting-save-your-margins-in-global-trade/)
- [How Businesses Can Use Streamline Logistics Solutions From Factory To Front Door](https://importivity.com/blog/how-businesses-can-use-streamline-logistics-solutions-from-factory-to-front-door-effortlessly/)
- [What Smart Tariff Tracking Tool Can Help You Track Potential Tariff Changes Instantly?](https://importivity.com/blog/what-smart-tariff-tracking-tool-can-help-you-track-potential-tariff-changes-instantly/)