China Sourcing Agent UK
Your Trusted Sourcing & Manufacturing Partner in China
Sauce Asia helps UK businesses source, manufacture, inspect and deliver products from China.
We have been working with manufacturers in China since 1999, giving our customers the experience, local knowledge and on-the-ground support needed to source from China with confidence.
With a team operating in both the UK and China, we manage the complete sourcing and manufacturing process — from identifying suitable manufacturers and developing samples through to production management, quality inspections and delivery.
We Source. We Inspect. We Deliver.
Whether you already manufacture in China and need better control over your supply chain, or you're looking to source a product from China for the first time, Sauce Asia can manage the process from start to finish.
Why Choose Sauce Asia
Why Use Sauce Asia as Your China Sourcing Agent?
Finding a supplier in China is relatively easy.
Finding the right manufacturer and making sure they consistently produce what you ordered is considerably harder.
That's where Sauce Asia comes in.
Our team works directly with manufacturers across China, helping UK companies reduce the risks associated with overseas sourcing.
We don't simply obtain a quotation and place an order. We can remain involved throughout the manufacturing process.
Our services include:
- Supplier and manufacturer sourcing
- Factory visits and assessments
- Sample management and approval
- Production monitoring and management
- Quality inspections and testing
- Freight, customs clearance and UK delivery
We work with UK businesses of all sizes — from companies sourcing a product for the first time to established manufacturers managing ongoing supply programmes.
Our Experience
Over 25 Years Working with Chinese Manufacturers
Colin Moore began sourcing products from China in 1999. Sauce Asia Limited was incorporated in 2014 to formalise the business and expand the team on the ground in China.
Our China team — based in Foshan and Hangzhou — works directly with factories across the country, covering manufacturing, quality control and logistics.
We have managed projects across a wide range of industries, from retail goods and consumer products to engineering components, bespoke fabrications and electronic assemblies.
Manufacturing Capabilities
What Can Sauce Asia Source and Manufacture in China?
China's manufacturing base covers an enormous range of products and processes. Sauce Asia has experience across many of them.
Whether you need a standard catalogue product, a custom-designed component or a complex assembly, we can identify the right manufacturer and manage the process from initial enquiry through to delivery.
Metal Fabrication
Laser cutting, welding, bending, pressing, CNC machining and surface finishing — from sheet metal components to structural fabrications.
Electronics & PCBA
PCB assembly, electromechanical integration, wiring harnesses and finished electronic products, including factory visits and functional testing.
Plastic & Acrylic Products
Injection moulding, vacuum forming, acrylic fabrication and plastic components for retail, consumer and industrial applications.
Retail & Point of Sale
Display stands, POS units, branded fixtures and retail equipment manufactured to specification and finished to brand standards.
Consumer Goods
A wide range of consumer products for the UK retail market, including branded goods, promotional items and own-label products.
Bespoke & Custom Products
Products designed to your specification — from initial drawings and prototypes through to production and delivery.
How We Work
The Sauce Asia Sourcing Process
Initial Briefing
We start by understanding your product requirements, target price, quality standards and timeline. The more detail you can provide, the better we can match you with the right manufacturer.
Manufacturer Identification
We identify suitable manufacturers from our established network and through targeted research. We assess their capabilities, capacity and track record before recommending them.
Sampling & Approval
We manage the sampling process, reviewing samples against your specification and coordinating revisions until you are satisfied with the product.
Production Management
Once production begins, we monitor progress, carry out in-process checks and keep you informed. We can visit the factory at key stages to verify quality and schedule.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
Before goods leave China, our team carries out a pre-shipment inspection at the factory. This is one of the most effective ways to identify problems before they become expensive to resolve.
Freight & UK Delivery
We arrange freight — sea, air or express courier — handle customs clearance and coordinate delivery to your UK warehouse or directly to your customers.
Quality Control
Quality Control in China — What We Do
Quality control is one of the most important parts of sourcing from China. Problems that are identified before goods leave the factory are far cheaper to resolve than those discovered after delivery.
Sauce Asia's China team carries out inspections at the factory — checking dimensions, finish, function and packaging against your agreed specification. We document findings with photographs and written reports.
"We don't just find the factory. We stay involved."
Pre-Production Check
Verifying that materials, components and tooling are correct before production begins.
During Production Inspection
Checking quality and conformance at an early stage of production, when corrections are still straightforward.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
A full inspection of finished goods before loading — the most common and cost-effective quality check.
Factory Audit
A structured assessment of the factory's facilities, processes, management systems and quality controls.
Already Buying from China?
Already Sourcing from China but Need Better Control?
Many UK businesses already buy from China but find it difficult to maintain consistent quality, manage supplier relationships or keep production on schedule without someone on the ground.
Sauce Asia can step in at any point in your supply chain — whether you need help with a specific inspection, want someone to visit a factory on your behalf, or are looking for a more structured ongoing arrangement.
We work with businesses that have been buying from China for years as well as those making their first purchase. In both cases, having an experienced team on the ground makes a significant difference.
Why Sauce Asia
Why Work with Sauce Asia Rather Than Going Direct?
Going direct to a Chinese factory is possible — and for some businesses, it works well. But it comes with risks that are easy to underestimate.
Language barriers, time zone differences, cultural misunderstandings and the difficulty of verifying what is actually happening on the factory floor all add up. When something goes wrong — and at some point, something usually does — having an experienced team in China makes an enormous difference.
Ask yourself:
- Do you know how to verify that a Chinese factory is legitimate before paying a deposit?
- Can you visit the factory if there is a quality problem?
- Do you have someone who can inspect goods before they leave China?
- Can you negotiate effectively with a Chinese manufacturer?
If the answer to any of these is no, Sauce Asia can help.
UK & China
UK-Managed. China-Based.
Sauce Asia is managed from the UK by Colin Moore, who has been working with Chinese manufacturers since 1999. Our China team — led by Mike Yeung — operates from offices in Foshan and Hangzhou.
This combination of UK management and China-based operations means you deal with people who understand both how UK businesses work and how Chinese manufacturing actually operates.
For a full overview of how Sauce Asia acts as a UK China sourcing partner — from factory identification through to UK warehouse delivery — see our dedicated sourcing partner page.
Who We Work With
UK Businesses We Work With
Sauce Asia works with UK businesses across a wide range of industries and at all stages of their China sourcing journey.
Our clients include:
- SMEs sourcing a product from China for the first time
- Established businesses looking to improve quality control
- Companies that have had problems with a supplier and need help
- Businesses wanting to reduce costs by sourcing direct from China
- Manufacturers needing components or sub-assemblies from China
- Retailers developing own-label or private-label products
Whatever your situation, we are happy to have an initial conversation about whether and how Sauce Asia can help. There is no obligation and no charge for an initial discussion.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Get in Touch
Ready to Source from China with Confidence?
Whether you have a specific product in mind, an existing supplier relationship you want to improve, or simply want to understand what Sauce Asia can do for your business, we are happy to talk.
Initial conversations are free and without obligation. We will give you an honest assessment of whether and how we can help.
We Source. We Inspect. We Deliver.
UK-managed. China-based. Over 25 years of experience.