Quick answer
Yes, but with boundaries. Initial contact needs only the category, approximate product count, factory city and objective for the agency to judge fit and give a rough indication. Exact formulas, full supplier lists, pricing and customer data come in stages only after credentials are verified, an NDA is signed and work begins. Be alert when complete formulas and licenses are demanded up front while the agency will not show its own credentials.
Detailed explanation
What to give at first contact
- Broad product category and target export market.
- Approximate counts of SKUs and formula sets.
- Factory city, line type and certification purpose.
- Desired time window and existing certificates.
When sensitive information comes later
- After official credentials are confirmed through independent verification.
- After an NDA defines purpose and duration.
- After contract party and receiving account are checked and matched.
- Exact ratios are disclosed in stages as the review actually requires.
Warning signs
Demanding detail far beyond pricing needs, pressing for one bulk send, or receiving materials via personal email or consumer chat apps are not standard practice. Offer a one-page anonymized summary instead of raw files—enough for assessment while preserving boundaries. A professional agency will understand and cooperate with that approach.
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