ACT China - Global supplier of quality raw materials

Shanghai: ACT’s Sourcing Hub in Asia

Established in 2006, the Shanghai office is a cornerstone of ACT’s global sourcing network and plays a vital role in securing reliable supply chains for customers around the world. ACT supplies raw materials and specialty ingredients for the pharmaceutical, food, feed, cosmetics, and industrial sectors, and the Shanghai office is strategically positioned at the center of many of the company’s key supplier relationships. Together with its local warehouse facility, the office provides direct access to manufacturers while supporting efficient inventory management and international distribution activities.

Located in one of Asia’s most important commercial and manufacturing centers, the Shanghai office primarily serves as a strategic sourcing, supplier management, quality assurance, and logistics hub. Its local presence enables close collaboration with manufacturers, supports reliable product availability, and helps ensure efficient communication throughout the procurement and supply chain process.

The primary functions and strengths of the Shanghai office include:

Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management:
The Shanghai team works closely with a broad network of manufacturers, helping identify sourcing opportunities, manage supplier relationships, and support the procurement of raw materials and specialty ingredients.

Industry Expertise:
The office supports ACT’s global business with sourcing solutions for raw materials used in pharmaceuticals, food, feed, cosmetics, and industrial applications. Its proximity to key manufacturers provides valuable market insight and supply chain transparency.

Quality Assurance:
A dedicated local Quality Manager supports supplier qualification processes, quality audits, documentation requirements, and compliance with ACT’s internal quality standards. This local expertise helps ensure that products sourced through the region meet the expectations of customers worldwide.

Local Warehouse Infrastructure:
‍In addition to its sourcing and supplier management activities, the Shanghai operation includes a local warehouse facility. This infrastructure supports efficient inventory management, supply flexibility, and reliable product availability while strengthening coordination between suppliers, logistics partners, and ACT’s global distribution network.

Supply Chain Coordination:
By maintaining a direct presence in one of the world's most important sourcing markets, the Shanghai office contributes to efficient procurement processes, improved supply chain visibility, and faster response to market developments.

Local Market Knowledge:
The team's understanding of the Chinese manufacturing landscape enables ACT to build long-term supplier partnerships and navigate market dynamics effectively.

As part of ACT’s international office and warehouse network, the Shanghai office plays a critical role in sourcing, quality assurance, storage, and supply chain coordination, ensuring reliable access to high-quality raw materials for pharmaceutical, food, feed, cosmetic, and industrial applications worldwide.