I am interested in their market and would really appreciate any advice or previous experience.
Hello, yes, some sellers do source from Vietnam, and it can work very well, especially for categories like textiles, apparel, furniture, home goods, and other labor-intensive products. The main advantages are often competitive labor costs, improving manufacturing capability, and sometimes more flexibility with smaller order quantities compared to larger Chinese factories.
That said, Vietnam is not a direct replacement for China in every case. It tends to perform better in simpler or assembly-based products, while China still has stronger supply chains for complex or component-heavy items. So it is important to compare total landed cost, lead times, material sourcing, and how much product development support the factory can provide, rather than just focusing on unit price.
If you decide to source from Vietnam, start with strong supplier vetting, order samples, and ideally use a third-party inspection before scaling. Also check whether the supplier has real export experience, stable lead times, and can handle shipping terms properly. Vietnam can be a very good sourcing option, but it works best when approached as a long-term supplier relationship rather than just a one-off deal.