You can find suppliers that are safe to buy from through a number channels, including:

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• Online listings, like Alibaba
• Trade shows
• Connecting directly with a supplier through their website
• Using the services of a sourcing specialist, like Kanary

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The only way to guarantee that a supplier is safe is to take the time required to vet them. Check to make sure they have a physical address, visit the factory (or as for a video tour), pay attention to any red flags for quality issues, and get samples before mass production begins. 

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If you don't believe you have the time, resources, or expertise to make sure that your supplier is safe to work with, a sourcing specialist, like Kanary, can help.

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