Quick Recommendations (Our Top 3)
🏆 #1 Overall for EU/US FBA
Yeatru Sourcing
Best for: Amazon.de / Amazon.fr / Amazon.es / Amazon.com sellers needing DDP door-to-door
- 3-8% transparent commission
- FBA prep included in standard fee
- CE/REACH/CPSIA/FDA compliance coordination
- DDP to FBA codes in 41 countries
🥈 #2 for Small Orders
China Sourcing
Best for: $500-$3,000 trial orders from first-time sellers
- $90 flat fee for orders under $3,000
- Good for testing a single SKU
- Limited compliance support
- No DDP — FOB Ningbo only
🥉 #3 for Large OEM
EJET Sourcing
Best for: Private label brands ordering 5,000+ units
- 3% commission on $50k+ orders
- In-house mold design team
- Strong for electronics categories
- 30+ day production typical
Full Comparison Table — 7 Agents, 12 Metrics
| Agent | Fee Model | FBA Prep | DDP Ship | QC Standard | Compliance Help | Min Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeatru Sourcing | 3-8% commission · $50 min | ✓ Included | ✓ 41 countries | AQL 2.5/4.0 · photo evidence | CE/REACH/CPSIA/FDA/UKCA | 2 pcs (1688 stock) |
| China Sourcing | $90 flat · 7% commission | Partial ($150 add-on) | ✗ FOB only | AQL 4.0 | Basic CE only | 50 pcs |
| EJET Sourcing | 3-6% commission | ✓ Included | Air only | AQL 2.5 · in-line inspection | CE/REACH/FCC | 100 pcs |
| ImportYeti | 5% commission | ✗ | ✗ FOB only | Self-reported | None | 10 pcs |
| Sourcing Bro | 3-7% commission | $200 add-on | ✓ US/EU | AQL 4.0 | CPSIA only | 20 pcs |
| Lionel Global | 4-6% commission | ✗ | $300 add-on | AQL 2.5 | CE/FCC | 100 pcs |
| Leeline Sourcing | 5% commission · $150 min | ✓ Included | ✓ 20+ countries | AQL 2.5 | CE/REACH/FDA | 10 pcs |
Real Cost Example: $50,000 FBA Order
Let's compare what a typical Amazon FBA seller would pay for a $50,000 ex-factory order of wireless earbuds shipped DDP to FRA3 (Amazon Germany FBA):
| Cost Item | Yeatru Sourcing | Competitor Average | Direct from Factory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit price (ex-factory) | $1.65 × 20,000 = $33,000 | $1.95 × 20,000 = $39,000 | $1.50 × 20,000 = $30,000 |
| Sourcing fee (5%) | $1,650 | $2,340 | $0 (but 10+ hrs of your time) |
| Freight (DDP to FRA3) | $4,800 | $6,200 | $5,500 (you arrange) |
| Import duty + VAT | $6,600 (included in DDP) | $8,100 (hidden surcharges) | $6,600 (you file customs) |
| FBA prep (label + polybag) | $800 (included) | $1,200 (add-on) | $1,100 (local China vendor) |
| QC (AQL 2.5) | $350 | $500 | $0 (no QC — risk 8-15% defect) |
| TOTAL LANDED | $47,200 | $57,340 | $43,200 + your time |
| Defect rate (actual) | 0.8% | 3.2% | 11.4% (industry avg) |
| Net savings vs competitor | $10,140 | — | Risk: $4,800 in lost inventory |
How We Ranked These Agents — 12 Evaluation Criteria
Pricing & Transparency (30%)
- Commission model: % of ex-factory or landed?
- Flat fee availability for small trial orders
- Hidden surcharges (handling, documentation, customs filing)
- Willingness to show factory's original pro forma invoice
- Volume discount availability
FBA-Specific Capability (25%)
- FNSKU labeling included or extra?
- Polybag prep with choking warnings
- Case-ready packing for FBA codes
- Ability to ship DDP to FBA destinations
- Experience with Amazon restriction notifications
Compliance & QC (25%)
- Categories of compliance handled (CE/CPSIA/FDA/REACH)
- Ability to coordinate third-party test reports
- QC standard (AQL 2.5 vs 4.0 vs self-reported)
- Photo/video evidence at QC checkpoints
- Factory audit capability (on-site or video)
Shipping & Support (20%)
- DDP coverage (how many countries)
- Sea freight LCL groupage capability
- Express courier for samples
- Response time (24h target achieved?)
- After-sales support for reorders
Real Case Study — Wireless Earbuds · German Amazon Seller
REAL CLIENT · H1 2026
Wireless Earbuds · Amazon.de Brand
A German Amazon seller from Munich was paying €19.80/unit for wireless earbuds through a Chinese trading company + freight forwarder combo. We sourced the OEM factory in Shenzhen at €8.90 ex-factory, coordinated CE/ROHS test reports via Intertek, did FNSKU + polybag prep with German choking warnings, and shipped DDP directly to FRA3. Total landed cost per unit: €12.15. That's 38% lower than their prior process. Reorder volume tripled within 4 months.
- Cost Reduction€19.80 → €12.15 (38%)
- Reorder Volume3x increase within 4 months
- BSR Improvement#84 → #27 in Kopfhörer
Frequently Asked Questions
A strong FBA agent handles five things well: (1) FNSKU labeling and polybag prep that matches Amazon's exact requirements, (2) category-specific compliance (CPSIA for US toys, CE for EU electronics, FDA for food contact), (3) DDP shipping with FBA destination codes, (4) product photography optimized for Amazon listings, and (5) rapid reorder management to avoid stockouts.
Most agents charge 3-8% commission on order value. For Amazon FBA sellers placing $10,000-$50,000 orders, expect 4-6%. A $50k FBA order at 5% commission ($2,500) typically returns $6,500-$12,000 in net savings through factory-direct pricing and defect prevention.
Use a sourcing agent. Trading companies markup prices 15-35% and won't introduce you to the actual factory. Agents work for you, not the factory, and earn their fee by negotiating the lowest possible ex-factory price. On a $50k FBA order, that difference is $7,500-$17,500 in your pocket.
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