How to prepare a useful ingredient inquiry

A clear purchasing brief makes the first supplier conversation more useful.

Start with the product

Name the ingredient and specify the form or grade you need. If you use an internal specification, explain which requirements are essential.

Make quantities comparable

Give the quantity and unit, the preferred pack size and whether this is a sample request, trial order or recurring requirement.

Include the destination and application

State where the product will be imported and how you intend to use it. List required documents and any tests you need reviewed.

Define the next step

Ask for the specific response you need: product information, a sample discussion or a quotation.