Divide the quoted cost of sellable units, freight, customs charges and handling by the number of units you expect to receive in saleable condition. Record the currency and quotation date beside the result. Run a second calculation with fewer saleable units before agreeing to a low-margin order.
Check minimums and case packs
Ask whether the minimum applies to the whole order, each SKU, or each color. Request both the carton count and the unit count, then calculate how much capital is tied up in the smallest reorder. A mixed case helps only if the supplier confirms the exact split in writing.
Compare shipping on the same basis
Ask both sellers to quote delivery to the same postal code and identify charges included in each price. Check the quoted service, carton count and whether a signature or appointment is required. Quote separately for addresses that incur a remote-area or oversized-parcel fee.
Read the payment and promotion terms
Check the checkout currency, destination and item eligibility before using a promotion. For bank or crypto payments, compare the final order total to the amount requested and retain the order reference. Contact the merchant if the amount, settlement status or deadline is unclear.
Keep an assortment decision record
Sort candidates by the requirements you checked and identify which ones are still unconfirmed. Keep the evidence, sample notes and quote for each SKU together. This lets you revisit the decision when prices, stock, variants or delivery terms change.
Catalog comparison examples
These catalog entries are starting points for comparing specifications and requesting a quote. They are not ranked by unperformed product tests. Verify the selected version and delivery terms before ordering.
Comparison method
The guide uses published catalog information and a documented buying checklist. The examples illustrate the questions to ask, without assigning unsupported scores or claiming an in-person test.
