Sourcing stock from reliable European wholesale suppliers takes the right channels and a clear checklist. This guide shows where to look, how to verify a supplier and what to know about pricing and cross-border buying.
The fastest route is a B2B wholesale marketplace such as KauppaCo, where you can browse thousands of listings and message suppliers directly. Trade directories help you shortlist by country and category, while trade shows let you meet manufacturers face to face and see product quality first-hand.
Before you place an order, confirm the company is legitimate. Check the VAT number and business registration, look for verified badges on the marketplace, and read buyer reviews.
Most suppliers set a minimum order quantity (MOQ), the smallest volume they will sell per order. Compare unit prices at different tiers, confirm whether prices include VAT, and ask about EU-wide shipping costs and lead times. Requesting a written quote keeps terms clear on both sides.
For intra-EU B2B trade, goods are often invoiced without VAT under the reverse-charge mechanism when both parties have valid VAT numbers. Confirm the language of communication, agree payment terms in writing, and clarify who covers duties or shipping. Buying wholesale across borders is straightforward once these basics are settled.
You can find them on B2B wholesale marketplaces like KauppaCo, in trade directories, and at industry trade shows across the EU.
Check their VAT number and business registration, look for verified badges and reviews on the marketplace, and request samples before ordering.
MOQ is the minimum order quantity, the smallest volume a supplier will sell in a single wholesale order.
Often no: under the reverse-charge mechanism, intra-EU B2B goods can be invoiced without VAT when both parties have valid VAT numbers.
Yes. Reputable suppliers will usually provide samples so you can check quality before committing to a larger order.
Contact the supplier through the marketplace, state the quantities you need, and ask for unit prices, MOQ, shipping costs and lead times in writing.