How to Find Suppliers for a New Product with Claude
Find suppliers for a new product with Claude and ToolRouter. Manufacturer search by category and country.
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Claude turns product sourcing into a guided discovery conversation. Search by product category and country, review the manufacturer profiles, and ask follow-up questions about minimum order quantities, certifications, or lead times to filter the shortlist further before you reach out.
Connect ToolRouter to Claude
1Open connector settings Open Settings
2Add a custom connector with these details
Name
ToolRouterURL
https://api.toolrouter.com/mcp3Let Claude set you up Open Claude
Steps
Once connected (see setup above), use the Manufacturer Finder tool:
- Ask: "Use manufacturer-finder to find suppliers of silicone kitchenware in China with an MOQ under 500 units"
- Claude returns manufacturer profiles with capabilities and locations
- Ask: "Which of these have food-grade certifications and handle custom moulding?"
- Use the shortlist to request samples and quotes from the best candidates
Example Prompt
Try this with Claude using the Manufacturer Finder tool
Use manufacturer-finder to find manufacturers of custom printed tote bags in Portugal or Spain with an MOQ under 200 units. Show me profiles with their capabilities, location, and any certifications mentioned. Tell me which ones to contact first.
Tips
- Specify the country alongside the product category — regional sourcing affects lead time, shipping cost, and compliance
- Ask Claude to flag manufacturers who mention relevant certifications for your product type
- Use MOQ as a filter early to avoid wasting time on factories that only accept large orders