Product Sourcing Specialists

Here at Kanary, we offer transparent factory pricing to our clients, but assess a flat Overhead Manufacturing Fee (OMF) for our Product Development, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain services and support.

Lead-times will vary depending on product category, and location of production. Here are some broad lead-time estimates to consider:

• Packaging:
  
  • China 2-3 Weeks
• Production:
  
  • China - general: 4-6 weeks.
  • China - electronics: 2-3 weeks when the manufacturer has components on hand.
  • USA: 8-10 Weeks
• Shipping:
  
  • Ocean Shipping (China to USA): 25 - 35 Days
  • Air Freight (China to USA): 5-15 Days
• Fulfillment: Note that Kanary does not directly manage fulfillment operations– below are broad estimates of delivery times from recommended third party fulfillment providers.
  
  • USA (Domestic Standard): 3-5 Days
  • China (Direct): 7-10 Days

We work closely with brand owners, and engage with manufacturers to shorten lead-times, and plan production to mitigate any risk of supply chain disruptions.

While Kanary does not directly handle fulfillment operations, we do partner with trustworthy 3rd Party Logistics Companies located in China and the USA to not only provide competitive costing, but also attractive click-to-deliver times and reliable customer experience. We know these fulfillment partners are reliable because we’ve used them for millions of shipments.

• When Kanary begins working with a brand-owner, we have them fill out a ‘Product Intake Form’.
• We will then set up an introductory call to get to know the company, and the product.
• Our experienced sourcing team will then assess 30-50 suppliers, and elect the Top 3 most suitable for the program.
• Once there is consensus regarding the prospective manufacturer, Kanary will kick off the sampling process.
• We work closely with the manufacturer to ensure that they create samples that adhere to the specifications and requirements indicated by the brand-owner.
• Physical samples are then shared with the brand-owner to review and provide ultimate sign-off.
• Once the product is approved, orders can be placed, and mass-production can begin!
• And this is just the starting point: Kanary works to provide brand-owners with invaluable long-term support in negotiating payment terms, improving lead-times, managing QA/QC, production planning, and more.

MOQs will vary depending on product category and the manufacturer— but typical MOQs for a product will correlate to the required packaging and labeling, which is around 3,000pcs. We may be able to achieve lower MOQs, but it will depend on product category and the manufacturer’s flexibility to accept a lower order quantity.

While difficult to generalize with a blanket statement, we typically estimate that products cost 30% more to make in the USA compared to China. It is recommended to inquire on a product-by-product basis.

When Kanary begins working with a brand-owner on their product, we work with them to identify the prospective compliance and certifications that their project may require. Additionally, we consult with the manufacturer, who can often provide invaluable reference on compliance requirements for products that they’ve previously shipped.

Kanary also partners with product and packaging compliance firms that can advise on compliance requirements for specific markets— and we have extensive experience engaging with top testing firms, such as SGS, BV, and Intertek, where the required compliance testing can actually be conducted.

/kəˈnæri/ A canary is a small songbird, a finch known for its bright yellow feathers and beautiful singing. In the 1800s, Canaries were used to warn mine workers of dangerous gases in mines. And that’s how we chose our name– Kanary is always looking out for our clients, ready to warn them of potential supply chain challenges, so we can solve them before they cause disruptions.

We’re glad you asked! Yes, we can! Our team members have experience in bringing over 10,000 products from concept to shipment, across numerous categories, including, but not limited to: Consumer Electronics, Toys, IOT Devices, Clothing & Textiles, Beauty & Skincare, Supplements, Automotive Componentry, Packaging, and more! Have a look at our [PRODUCTS SOURCED] page!

We guide brand-owners through the new product development process, help them find the best manufacturers for their product, and help manage their manufacturing and quality processes.

Kanary has offices in the USA, China, and Philippines.

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Here at Kanary, we are experts in all matters relating to Product Development, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Supply Chain. Our services include:

• Product Creation
• Product Design Improvement
• Quality Improvement
• Factory Research
• Competitive Quotation & Comparative Analysis
• Sampling & Quality Control
• HTS Code Research (to minimize duties & tariffs)
• Certificate Verification (FDA & Other)
• Price Negotiations

Here you can see a link to our [SERVICES] page for more details!