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Alibaba Supplier Scraper

Apify Actor License Python B2B Scraping

Find verified, trustworthy suppliers on Alibaba.com in minutes. Extract factory information, Gold Supplier years, verification status, and response rates to identify reliable partners for your dropshipping or Amazon FBA business.


What is Alibaba Supplier Scraper?

Alibaba Supplier Scraper is a specialized tool for extracting detailed supplier profiles from Alibaba.com. Stop wasting hours on unreliable suppliers - this high-speed scraper finds verified manufacturers with Gold Supplier years, verification status, and real response rates perfect for dropshipping and Amazon FBA. Extract factory information, staff count, annual revenue, product portfolios, and ratings.

Why Use Alibaba Supplier Scraper?

Business Use Cases:

  • New Dropshippers - Verifying suppliers before placing first orders
  • Amazon FBA Sellers - Needing suppliers with proper verification for brand protection
  • Product Researchers - Validating factory capabilities before ordering samples
  • Profit Hunters - Finding suppliers with OEM services for custom branding
  • E-commerce Entrepreneurs - Avoiding scams with verified supplier data

This scraper extracts the EXACT verification data you need:

Your Need What We Extract Why It Matters
Trust Verification is_assessed_supplier, is_verified_supplier_pro Avoid scams with Alibaba's verification system
Quality Assurance Gold Supplier years, review scores Find suppliers with proven track records
Fast Communication response_rate (≤3h) Identify responsive suppliers
Factory Reliability factory_size, total_employees Verify actual manufacturing capacity
Service Capabilities OEM/ODM service tags Find suppliers who offer private labeling
Product Match products_offered data Confirm suppliers actually make what they claim

How to Find Verified Suppliers

  1. Open the Alibaba Supplier Scraper on Apify
  2. Enter search queries (e.g., "wireless earbuds", "phone cases")
  3. Set max pages (1-50, 20 suppliers per page)
  4. Click "Start" and download supplier data

Pro Tip: Look for Gold Supplier years ≥5 and response rates ≤3h for reliable suppliers.

Features

Supplier Verification Data

  • Gold Supplier Years - Years as Gold Supplier (critical metric)
  • Verified Status - Assessed Supplier & Verified Pro flags
  • Response Rate - Typical response time (≤3h = good)
  • Review Count - Number of buyer reviews
  • Review Score - Average review rating (1-5)

Factory Intelligence

  • Total Employees - Staff count (indicates capacity)
  • Factory Size - Production space (m²)
  • Annual Revenue - Estimated revenue volume
  • Products Offered - Actual products manufactured
  • Service Tags - OEM, ODM, customization capabilities

Pricing

Pay-per-event pricing for maximum cost efficiency:

Event Price
Actor Start $0.01
Per Supplier $0.005

Cost Examples

  • Extract 100 suppliers: $0.51
  • Extract 500 suppliers: $2.51
  • Extract 1,000 suppliers: $5.01

Input

Field Type Required Description
queries array ✅ Yes Search queries to scrape suppliers for
max_pages integer No Max pages per query (default: 1, 20 suppliers/page)

Input Example

{
  "queries": ["phone cases manufacturer"],
  "max_pages": 10
}

Output Example

{
  "search_query": "phone case manufacturer",
  "company_id": 50056289,
  "name": "Guangzhou Sinatech Technology Co., Ltd.",
  "country": "China",
  "country_code": "CN",
  "years_as_gold_supplier": 23,
  "company_icon": "https://s.alicdn.com/@sc04/...",
  "profile_url": "https://sinatech.en.alibaba.com/company_profile.html",
  "total_employees": "60+ staff",
  "factory_size": "1,800+ m²",
  "annual_revenue": "US $20,000+",
  "response_rate": "≤3h",
  "is_assessed_supplier": true,
  "is_verified_supplier_pro": false,
  "products_offered": "Leather Phone Case, Leather Phone Bag, Leather Tablets Case",
  "review_count": 6,
  "review_score": 4.5,
  "service_tags": [
    "Customized packaging",
    "Graphic customization",
    "Online support",
    "OEM Service"
  ]
}

Related Actors

Actor Description Pricing
Alibaba Products Scraper Find profitable products with low MOQ $0.005/supplier
GlobalSources Products Scraper Source from 10M+ verified suppliers $0.005/supplier
GlobalSources Supplier Scraper 6-level verification data $0.005/supplier

FAQ

What is Gold Supplier status?

Gold Supplier is Alibaba's premium membership for verified suppliers. Years as Gold Supplier indicates established business presence and reliability.

How do I verify supplier credibility?

Look for suppliers with: (1) Business license verification, (2) 3+ years as Gold Supplier, (3) High response rates (90%+), (4) Trade Assurance coverage, (5) On-site check verification.

Can I get supplier contact information?

Yes, when available, the scraper extracts emails, phone numbers, addresses, and company websites from supplier profiles.

What's the difference between manufacturers and traders?

Manufacturers produce products directly and typically offer lower prices. Traders are middlemen who source from manufacturers.

How do I find suppliers in my industry?

Search for products in your industry using search queries like "wireless earbuds manufacturer" or "phone case supplier".

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