How to Find US-Based Suppliers

American manufacturers have increasingly been looking to optimize their production and sourcing processes by bringing them closer to home. These reshoring efforts involve moving production or shifting sourcing from overseas back to the US, which can reduce shipping costs, shorten lead times, improve sustainability, and help companies avoid supply chain issues brought on by geopolitical uncertainties and sheer distance.

More than a quarter of global manufacturing executives (29%) reported having successfully reshored operations, while another 45% said they are actively pursuing reshoring plans, according to Xometry’s 2026 Manufacturing Outlook. Executives cited rising costs, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions as the top factors driving reshoring efforts.

Thomas Is Your Trusted Source for US Suppliers

Reshoring can require finding new suppliers closer to home, and it can be challenging to compare all the options available and make an informed choice. For more than 125 years, Thomas has served as North America’s No. 1 industrial sourcing platform. With more than 500,000 businesses listed on the Thomas Network, you can easily find the suppliers that meet your needs, compare them, and request quotes.

Search for Suppliers in Your Area

Whatever local means to you, Thomas has you covered. Search for suppliers in your US region or city using Smart Search, or apply location filters to a search.

• Smart Search: Include “near me” at the end of your search query to return results within 50 miles of your ZIP code, or use a proposition such as “in,” or “near” followed by a US state to find results in or near a specific location. Or use the “regions” dropdown menu to the right of the search bar to select a region.
• Filters: If you don’t include location in your search query, you can still filter your search results by location. Once you’ve started a search for the supplier category you’re looking for, you can filter the results using the “Distance from ZIP code” filter at the top of the page or the “Located In/Near” filter on the left.

Select Products Proudly Made in the USA

Whether you’re looking for products with a “Made in the USA” label or you’re required to source domestic supplies under the Buy American Act, Thomas can help you quickly identify suppliers that meet your needs. After searching for suppliers in the category you’re looking for, use the Origin Declaration filters to narrow your search based on several criteria.

Find Suppliers With the Certifications You Need

Refine your search further with filters for specific certifications and registrations, from quality certifications to diverse ownership. Whether you’re looking to partner with a woman-owned business or need to ensure your supplier is FDA-registered, Thomas can help you zero in on precisely what you’re looking for.

Get to Know Your New Business Partners

Once you find a supplier that checks all the boxes, Thomas makes it simple to contact them and request more information. In the meantime, you can start learning about a company, its products, and its people right away by perusing product catalogs and watching videos. Company Overview videos provide company history and a rundown of their products and services, while Factory Tour videos give you a peek behind the scenes at their facilities.

Start your search for US-based suppliers on Thomas.