Many companies seek agents in China sourcing to save on first costs. Seems relatively straightforward, right? Not so fast. Purchasing in China is a complicated process, in which every single stage requires careful attention.. Even the savviest of importers can run into trouble if they start getting lax about their...
When an importer begins their quest of sourcing from China, they typically know what they want, but they are not always as clear about what they need. What is the difference between “want” and “need”? Well, it mostly has to do with details; all the things you need to address...
Many interesting things have come up during our visits to factories together with our clients, such as how local people address a foreigner, joining in square-dancing, trying local popular food such as hot pot and so on. These trips often highlight the unique aspects of buying direct from China and...
Find top toy manufacturers in China with proven quality, innovation, and competitive pricing. Discover the top toy manufacturers in China for seamless sourcing. Toy manufacturers in China have built a toy manufacturing industry that has come a long way over the past few decades, establishing themselves as powerhouses in the...
With President-elect Donald Trump proposing across-the-board tariffs of 10% on all imports and 60% on Chinese imports, U.S. businesses are bracing for significant changes in their sourcing and supply chains. These tariffs aim to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on China. However, historical evidence and expert analyses suggest such...
As we wrote in “Made in China” – Quality and Perception: Intro, China has been known as a source for cheap goods with questionable quality for years. In this blog series, we’ll be exploring how China Direct Buying and other factors contributed to this reputation and what technological and economic...
Transport cost and time remain the main determinants for businesses and wholesalers to decide their sourcing locations. At first, it seems that there are many different costs, procedures, and variables to think about when deciding whether to source from China. We hope to share some advice based on our experience...
Importing from China has never been a decision made overnight. Importers have many options to weigh and lots of research to do when considering moving their supply chain to China. One barrier has always been – how? What is the best approach to buying from China? The best approach to...