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Bring value & motivate your suppliers
The supplier is not the only party responsible in bringing value and clarity to the table. Bring value to your relationships with your China vendors. As a new buyer and building new relationships, you face disinterest from the su....
9 mistakes that can kill your import business
Thanks to the internet it is fairly easy for a small buyer to place an order direct to an Asia supplier. Starting an online store or small business has never been easier. But the sad fact is that most of these start-ups and first time FBA importe....
Customs Value 101: What Importers Must Know
How much should you pay in Import duties and taxes? That depends on the Customs valuation. If incorrectly declared, you’ll pay too little – or too much – in Import duties, VAT or other taxes. In this article, we explain what every Impo....
Product Labeling Regulations in the US, EU and Australia
About to import products from China or elsewhere in Asia? Then you need to ensure that the products are properly labeled. In this article, we explain what every importer must know about labeling requirements in the EU, US and Australia. ....
Engage Chinese Suppliers to Improve Their Productivity
When talking to suppliers about creating productivity, it’s a two-fold situation. They either say “Yes. No problem, let’s go to work in China, even though I am not sure though what that could do for productivity”, or the second answer is that “Yes we have ....
What’s the cost to ship a product sample?
Whether you’re working on a tight deadline and budget or have all the time in the world and are flush with cash, as an importer of goods made in Asia, you’re probably going to want to see a product sample before mass production begins. Otherwise,....
Intellectual Property (IP) Protection When Importing from China
Intellectual Property (IP) theft is a main concern for Startups and Small businesses importing from China, and other Asian countries. We all know that manufacturers in the region have a reputation. However, what’s the real chance that your suppli....
Canton Fair invitation letter: How to get one
While there are various ways to obtain a China visa for Canton fair visitors, an Invitation letter is possibly the most straightforward way. In this article, we explain how you can obtain a Canton Fair Invitation Letter, using the official online applica....
3 tips for stronger supplier relationships
Do you feel like you’re never on the same wavelength with your suppliers? Do you feel like you’re always rushing to meet customer deadlines or working damage control to resolve issues quickly and avoid last-minute catastrophes? Stronger supplier relation....