China Factory Guide
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25 Oct, 2026
Bushings are small, cheap parts that sell in high volume and wear out on every car. That makes them a steady line for any parts trader, workshop or distributor.
A worn bushing shows up as clunks over bumps, vague steering, vibration at speed and uneven tyre wear. Customers come back for them again and again, across every make and model.
China is one of the main sources of aftermarket bushings. Buying from the factory instead of a trader means better prices, more control over rubber quality, and the option to put your own brand on the box. This guide covers what you need to know before you contact a bushing factory.
A bushing is a rubber or polyurethane cushion between two metal parts of the suspension or drivetrain. It lets parts move in a controlled way while it absorbs vibration and stops metal-on-metal contact (FCP Euro).
Most bushings are named after where they sit:
| Type | Where it sits | What it does | Typical wear signs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control arm bushing | Between the control arm and the frame or subframe | Controls wheel movement and reduces harshness | Clunks over bumps, vague steering, uneven tyre wear |
| Sway bar (stabilizer) bushing | Holds the anti-roll bar to the body | Keeps the bar in place while it twists | Squeaks or knocks over small bumps |
| Subframe bushing | Between the subframe and the body | Isolates the whole suspension from the cabin | More road noise, thuds when accelerating or braking |
| Trailing arm and link bushings | At each end of rear arms and links | Keeps rear wheel alignment under load | Rear-end wander, tyre wear |
| Leaf spring bushing | In the eyes and shackles of leaf springs (pickups, vans, trucks) | Lets the spring pivot | Squeaks and clunks, sagging ride |
| Shock absorber and strut top bushing | At the top and bottom mounts of shocks | Stops knocks from the shock | Knocking over bumps |
| Engine and transmission mounts | Between the engine or gearbox and the body | Holds the powertrain and absorbs its vibration | Vibration at idle, clunk when shifting |
For a trader, the best sellers are usually control arm, sway bar and leaf spring bushings. They fit many popular models and need replacing often.
The material decides who will buy the part. OE-style rubber suits everyday repair; polyurethane suits upgrade and off-road buyers; hydraulic bushings are for modern cars that came with them from the factory.
| Material | Strengths | Weaknesses | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubber (bonded to a metal sleeve) | Quiet, comfortable, no greasing, lowest cost | Flexes more; breaks down over time from heat, oil and constant movement | Standard replacement parts for workshops |
| Polyurethane | Harder (higher durometer), less flex, sharper handling, resists oil, salt and UV, lasts longer | Harsher ride, can squeak, needs grease, costs more | Performance, 4x4 and off-road upgrades |
| Hydraulic (fluid-filled) | Rubber body with fluid chambers that damp vibration, so the bushing can be firmer without losing comfort | More complex and costly; fails by leaking fluid | Late-model European and premium cars, engine mounts |
| Solid or spherical (monoball) | Most precise control | Passes almost all vibration to the cabin | Track and motorsport only |
When you ask a factory for prices, always state the material and, for rubber or polyurethane, the hardness (Shore A) you need. Two bushings that look the same can behave very differently.
Three areas stand out for rubber and rubber-to-metal parts. Knowing them helps you judge a supplier's address and spot traders posing as factories.
| Region | Why it matters for bushings |
|---|---|
| Ningguo, Anhui | A national specialty base for rubber and plastic seals, with more than 450 auto-parts firms. Home of Zhongding Group, a major maker of sealing and anti-vibration parts for global OEMs. |
| Hengshui and Xingtai, Hebei | Hebei's leading rubber products makers are concentrated in Hengshui (including the Jingxian rubber and plastic bases) and in Xingtai's Julu and Qinghe counties (Baidu B2B ranking). |
| Wenzhou and Ruian, Zhejiang | A large aftermarket auto-parts hub where many chassis and suspension part makers sit close together. Our Wenzhou data package covers factories in this area. |
Our own factory data backs this up: China Factory Guide lists bushing makers in Xingtai and other parts of Hebei, producing Toyota-fit control arm bushings, torque rod bushings for Mercedes-Benz trucks and rubber parts for Volvo trucks.
Tip: big OEM suppliers often have high minimum orders. For aftermarket volumes, mid-sized factories in these regions are usually a better fit.
The fastest way to get an accurate quote is to send the OEM part number, not a photo or a description. Chinese aftermarket factories build their catalogs around OEM numbers and cross-reference them to their own codes.
Keep a simple sheet of OEM number, factory code, price and MOQ for every supplier. It makes comparing quotes much faster.
The OEM numbers below come from catalogs of bushing factories in our database, including makers in Xingtai, Hebei. They show how factories list parts, and they are examples only: always confirm fitment with the factory before you order.
| Make | Part | OEM numbers listed |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota | Front lower control arm bushings | 48655-12170, 48655-60050, 48655-0K040, 48655-02080, 48655-0D050, 48655-0D060, 48655-28020, 48655-42040, 48655-B1010, 48654-12120, 48654-20190 |
| VW / Audi | Control arm bushings | 7H0 407 183A, 7H0 407 182A, 8K0 407 183A, 8K0 407 183D, 4E0 407 182C, 8N0 407 181B, 7D0 407 140 |
| VW / Audi | Gearbox mount | 4M0 399 153L |
| BMW | Front control arm bushings | 31 12 6 775 145, 31 10 6 788 015, 31 12 0 393 540, 31 12 6 765 991, 31 12 6 861 156 |
| BMW | Rear axle bushings | 33 32 6 755 472, 33 31 6 792 872, 33 31 6 792 873 |
| Land Rover | Control arm bushing, gearbox and engine mounts | RGX500121, LR000597, LR054850 |
| Jaguar | Control arm bushings and strut top mount | C2D4723, T2H8177, C2C4437, XR858419 |
| Mercedes-Benz trucks | Torque rod (V-stay) bushings | 0003502005, 0003502105, 0003502205, 0003503105, 0003500613, 0003501513 |
Notice the pattern: European premium brands (BMW, Audi, Land Rover, Jaguar) are covered in depth, along with high-volume Japanese models and heavy trucks. Factories often group their catalogs by car make, so ask for the catalog section for the makes you sell.
Heavy-truck torque rod bushings carry far bigger loads than car bushings. One Hebei truck-bushing factory in our database highlights four design points worth asking any supplier about:
To match a torque rod bushing, the factory needs four measurements: outer diameter, height, hole (bolt) diameter, and the centre distance between the two mounting holes.
Bushing quality comes down to the rubber compound and how well it is bonded to the metal. Cheap bushings look fine on day one and crack within months. Check these points before you place an order:
Finding a real factory on B2B sites takes weeks, because many listings are traders. China Factory Guide organizes verified Chinese auto-parts factories by product, so you can go straight to the manufacturer.
Every listing includes:
Next step: browse our data packages to find suspension and rubber parts factories, or contact us and tell us the bushing part numbers you need.
It depends on the factory. Many Chinese factories supply global brands and car makers. Ask for IATF 16949, test reports and samples, and test the samples on real cars before ordering.
Rubber for standard repair work, since most cars leave the factory with rubber bushings. Polyurethane for performance, 4x4 and off-road customers who want firmer handling.
The OEM part numbers, vehicle models, quantities per part, material and hardness, and your packaging needs.
Yes. Many factories offer private-label packaging. Ask about the minimum quantity for custom boxes and printing.
Check the factory address, photos of the production line, and the business license. Every factory in China Factory Guide comes with its full address and photos.
China Factory Guide
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