This service is focused on identifying quality ingredient manufacturers and traders in China. HPA-China also assists in helping international companies find the right ingredient supplier to work with and offer “vendor verification” services and a deep introduction to the supplier. The service can also offer a report on any current ingredients standing and pricing in the market. Ingredient prices can fluctuate based on a variety of internal and external factors. Some of these are unknown to buyers that are not located in China nor have the appropriate relationships.