B2B marketplaces · Independent channel
HKTDC Sourcing: supplier & exhibitor shortlisting
Research products and exhibitors with an explicit distinction between listing information and verified capability.
B2B sourcing marketplace and exhibitor discovery
Where this channel fits
Use HKTDC Sourcing to build an initial product and supplier list and identify relevant trade-fair exhibitors. The location of an exhibitor or trading company is not proof of where a product is made.
- Research use
- Find suppliers, products and trade-fair exhibitors; shortlist and request quotations.
- Market focus
- Hong Kong / China and international suppliers
Eligibility before commitment
Check actual company and product certifications. Platform presence does not make BrownBag an HKTDC partner or assure delivery eligibility.
Seller location, manufacturing origin and dispatch warehouse are separate facts. Confirm product and buyer eligibility for the actual destination; no listing establishes universal access or permission.
Questions for a useful comparison
- Which company will contract, invoice and fulfil the order?
- Which certifications apply to the quoted SKU and destination?
- Can the supplier provide samples and a complete export quotation?
What BrownBag can help you take forward
A shortlist of relevant supplier and exhibitor leads, annotated with their stated role, product fit and outstanding checks. Keep documentary evidence linked to the exact company rather than the channel name.
The next decision
Send a consistent RFQ and compare sample, production and delivery terms.
Agree the research scope, outputs, responsibilities and BrownBag’s service fee before work starts. Supplier payments, platform fees, samples, freight and inspection costs are separate unless explicitly included in your scope.
Official references
Research checked 2026-10-15. These sources describe the independent channel; the workflow above is BrownBag’s proposed research approach.
BrownBag provides independent sourcing support. Platform access, supplier suitability, prices, minimum orders, payment methods and delivery options are checked for each request. Channel names and logos identify independent resources and do not imply affiliation or endorsement.