China sourcing for business buyers
Start with an OE number or a vehicle list. We help you turn it into a brief that suppliers can quote, with fitment details and open questions recorded for review.
Product sourcing
For front wheel bearing replacement, send bore, outer diameter and width in mm, the OE cross reference and any seal or ABS encoder details. A kit quote should list the bearing, retaining ring, axle nut and other hardware separately so you can see what each supplier includes.
Browse wheel bearing sourcingCompare hub flange, bolt pattern, connector key and wheel speed sensor configuration.
Record thread pitch, seat geometry, material, finish and any required packaging marks.
For parallel sourcing, keep wheel fitment and tire service descriptions on separate lines.
What to put in the brief
| Application | OE or cross reference, VIN or vehicle and model year, drivetrain, axle and side. |
|---|---|
| Physical match | Bore, outer diameter, width, hub flange dimensions, seal lip and mounting hardware. |
| Signal and installation | ABS encoder type, orientation and pole count where specified. Confirm bearing preload method and fitting procedure with the application reference. |
| Fitment | Vehicle, rim diameter and width in inches, pitch circle diameter (PCD), wheel offset (ET) and center bore in mm. |
|---|---|
| Load and finish | Load rating in kg, brake clearance, finish, radial and lateral runout limits, and target market. |
| Service description | Size designation, load index, speed rating, tread pattern and application or operating conditions. |
|---|---|
| Order profile | Quantity by size, market and destination port. For mixed loading, ask for carton or bundle dimensions before comparing loading plans. |
Sourcing milestones
We flag mismatched OE references, missing axle or side, and gaps in bearing dimensions before the request goes to suppliers.
Line up SKU, pack size, Incoterm, named place, minimum order and quoted lead time on one sheet. Request written confirmation where the scopes differ.
Agree on sample checks and lot traceability with the buyer. Keep inspection findings and shipment-document exceptions visible before the buyer authorizes release.
Buyer applications
Scroll through the buyer profiles for examples.
Map cross references and package contents before merging SKUs.
Check that encoder orientation and mounting instructions match the repair.
Group demand by axle and platform before comparing repeat orders.
Keep exact matches and conditional substitutions separate in listings.
Agree drawing revision, lot marking and sample acceptance criteria.
Match packing list lines to carton labels and purchase order references.
Document ownership
Supplier-provided
Request the part drawing with dimensional tolerances, encoder orientation and revision code.
Supplier-provided
Match any IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 certificate to the legal entity, site, activity and validity dates.
Supplier-provided
Link the supplier part number and lot mark to the packaging and shipment records.
Third-party
Have the appointed inspector compare the part markings, dimensions and hardware with the agreed drawing.
Third-party
Where a report is needed, ask for the tested SKU, method, revision, conditions and date.
Buyer-approved
Record who accepts each deviation and who authorizes shipment after review.
Before you request a quote
Yes. Include the part markings and a vehicle or OE reference. A photo helps identify the part family, but dimensions and an encoder specification remain open until checked against a drawing or sample.
An integrated hub can simplify field assembly on the right platform. A serviceable bearing may preserve more repair options where the application supports it and the shop has the specified tools and preload procedure.
Ask for confirmed availability against the exact SKU and lot for a stock program. A custom pack or revision can match the channel more closely, with extra sample approval and supplier-specific minimum quantities to evaluate.
Ask what starts the clock, which inspection steps are included and where the quoted period ends. A factory-ready date and a destination-port arrival estimate describe different milestones.
Send the part numbers, estimated quantities and target market. We can start by identifying which fitment details still need confirmation.