PRODUCT SOURCING
Source Finder
Find suppliers on 1688 and Alibaba from any supported product page. Source Finder works as a Chrome extension and a web workspace for fast comparison and saving results.
Free includes 5 lifetime searches. Plus ($29/mo) unlocks unlimited searches, saved comparisons, and the full sourcing workspace.
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STEP 1
Open a product page
Visit a supported product page on Amazon, Walmart, eBay, Etsy, Shopify, AliExpress, Temu, and other supported stores.
STEP 2
Click the extension
Source Finder captures the product context and searches 1688 and Alibaba for likely supplier matches.
STEP 3
Compare supplier matches
Review prices, images, ratings, and supplier details side by side to spot the best sourcing options faster.
STEP 4
Save or continue in workspace
Store results in your Catalayer workspace, revisit past comparisons, and continue into deeper sourcing workflows later.
Key Features
Instant supplier matching
Open any supported product page and Source Finder searches matching suppliers on 1688 and Alibaba automatically.
Image + keyword search
Dual search combines visual product matching with keyword analysis so you can find suppliers even when product names differ across markets.
Price comparison and margin analysis
See supplier prices in your currency and calculate potential margin range using real-time exchange rates and pricing context.
Chrome extension + workspace sync
Capture results from the browser, then continue reviewing, saving, and organizing comparisons inside your Catalayer workspace.
How Source Finder Fits Into Catalayer
Chrome Extension
Capture product pages and run fast supplier matching directly in the browser.
Workspace
Save comparisons, revisit supplier matches, and continue sourcing work later from one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Source Finder work?
Source Finder extracts product context from the page you are viewing, then searches 1688 and Alibaba for likely supplier matches using image recognition and keyword matching.
Which stores are supported?
Supported stores include Amazon (multiple regions), Walmart, eBay, Etsy, Shopify stores, AliExpress, Target, Best Buy, Home Depot, Wayfair, SHEIN, Temu, and other supported marketplaces.
Is Source Finder free?
Free accounts receive 5 lifetime searches. Plus ($29/mo) unlocks unlimited searches and the full comparison workspace.
Do I need the Chrome extension?
For the fastest workflow, yes. The extension captures supported product pages directly. You can also continue saved work inside the Catalayer workspace.
Start sourcing smarter
Install the Chrome extension, compare supplier prices from real product pages, and save matches to your workspace.