Supplier checklist
DAENZY LLC · Supplier Vetting
Oral Care Dropship
Supplier Checklist
Evaluate any supplier before placing an order — especially for mouthwash & oral care products.
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Has a real website (not just AliExpress)
Own domain, not a generic marketplace page
Must
Website has HTTPS (SSL padlock)
Secure connection — padlock visible in browser
Must
About Us page with real company info
Company name, address, founding year visible
Must
Working contact email & phone
Test it — does someone actually reply?
Must
Factory or warehouse photos
Proof of actual production facility
Important
Active social media presence
LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook with real content
Important
FDA Drug Establishment Registration
Mouthwash with whitening/anti-plaque claims = OTC drug in USA
Must
Certificate of Analysis (COA) available
Lab-tested batch results for each product
Must
Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS)
Required for import customs clearance
Must
GMP Certified (ISO 22716 or equivalent)
Good Manufacturing Practice certification
Must
Full ingredient list (INCI format)
All ingredients listed in correct US labeling format
Must
No banned substances for US market
Check for triclosan, certain parabens, restricted actives
Must
Dropshipping explicitly offered
Confirmed they ship individual orders to end customers
Must
Blind shipping available
No AliExpress slip or China return address in package
Must
Custom DAENZY label / insert possible
Can they include your branded packing slip or card?
Important
Real-time inventory updates
API, spreadsheet, or portal to check stock levels
Important
Order tracking per shipment
Tracking number sent for every individual order
Must
Amazon / Walmart FBA prep available
FNSKU labels, poly bags, suffocation warnings if needed
Bonus
Sample available before ordering
Always test product yourself before selling to customers
Must
Shelf life / expiration date stated
Min. 12 months shelf life remaining at time of shipment
Must
Alcohol-free formula confirmed
Alcohol-free sells better on Amazon/Walmart for wellness brands
Important
Whitening / anti-plaque claim evidence
Clinical or lab data backing product claims
Must
Packaging designed for US market
English labeling, US warning text, oz measurements
Must
Leak-proof / shatter-resistant packaging
Important for shipping liquid products safely
Important
Ships to USA in under 15 business days
Over 15 days = too slow for competitive dropshipping
Must
US warehouse option available
US-based stock for faster delivery to customers
Bonus
Clear per-unit cost for dropshipping
Price per single unit, not just bulk MOQ pricing
Must
Margin allows 3x markup
Cost should be max 30–35% of your selling price
Must
Payment via PayPal or Trade Assurance
Avoid wire transfer only — no buyer protection
Must
Defective product replacement policy
What happens if item arrives damaged or wrong?
Important
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Oral Care Dropship Supplier Checklist · 2026
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