Thomasnet
The #1 Platform for Sourcing, Product Discovery, and Supplier Selection.
Overview
Thomasnet is a comprehensive platform for supplier discovery and product sourcing, with a primary focus on North American manufacturers and distributors. While it is well-known for industrial and manufacturing components, it also has a robust directory of suppliers for a wide range of commercial products, including beauty and personal care ingredients, packaging, and private label manufacturing.
✨ Key Features
- Directory of over 500,000 North American suppliers
- Detailed supplier profiles with certifications and capabilities
- CAD file library
- Custom quoting and RFI tools
- White papers and industry guides
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong focus on North American suppliers
- Deeply detailed supplier information and certifications
- Long-standing reputation and trust in the industrial and commercial sourcing space
Unique Value: Provides a trusted and comprehensive resource for finding and vetting North American suppliers, enabling businesses to build more resilient and localized supply chains.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Sourcing from verified North American industrial and commercial suppliers
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Sourcing finished beauty products for retail from international suppliers
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a much deeper and more detailed directory of North American suppliers compared to global marketplaces like Alibaba, making it ideal for businesses that prioritize domestic sourcing.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Supplier advertising programs tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for buyers to search for suppliers and submit RFIs.
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