> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chemcloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to find new suppliers

> Discover new suppliers for your materials through the ChemCloud network

This guide shows you how to find new suppliers for your raw materials using the ChemCloud network.

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## Find new suppliers from a request

1. [Create a new sourcing request](https://app.chemcloud.com.au/buyer/sourcing_requests/new) for your product
2. In the supplier selection step, click **Source from ChemCloud network**
3. Browse the suppliers available for your product
4. Select which suppliers to add to your request
5. Continue with the request as normal

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## What you can see for each supplier

| Information    | What it tells you                               |
| -------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| Supplier name  | Company name                                    |
| Product grade  | The specific grade or variant they supply       |
| Origin         | Where the product is manufactured               |
| Certifications | Relevant certifications (Organic, Kosher, etc.) |

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## Instant Quotes

Some suppliers in the ChemCloud network have pre-published prices. When you submit a request to these suppliers, you receive an instant quote - no waiting for a response.

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## After finding a new supplier

If you receive a competitive quote from a new supplier:

1. Review the quote alongside your approved suppliers
2. If you want to proceed, create an approved material record for this supplier's product
3. Work through your internal approval process
4. Once approved, the supplier will pre-load for future requests