Laws and regulations you should know when sourcing from China

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I guess you would agree with me that it is important to learn some basic laws and regulations in China if you are trading with Chinese companies. Every business behavior is governed by relevant laws, in this article, we will try to compile a complete list of laws and regulations that are related with your s […]

2010 Spring Canton Fair Guide: sections, date, phases, exhibitors

 

The 2010 canton fair will be open soon in April, as usual, the 107th China import and export fair will be held in 3 phases. Overseas buyers or exhibitors might be puzzled of which phase to go. We will list all sections […]

Use certification database to source quality certified Chinese suppliers

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In the practice of international trade, it is very common that the buyer will prefer to choosing suppliers that have passed certain certification, such as UL, CE, ETL, GS. It is safe to say that the quality of certified products are somewhat better than those that have been tested yet. Some of the certifica […]

How to find top quality suppliers in China

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Many buyers(even senior buyers) have the same puzzle:
"I have visited Canton fair, talked with 100+ suppliers there, every suppliers claim they are more experienced, successful and reliable than others, I can't visit their factory address one by one, how can I tell who is better? "

Due to the language barrier, cultural different, time zone difference, unfamiliarity with Chinese business manner, many buyers find it very difficult to get a reply to your inquiry. In many cases, you find a supplier online, you send an email or submit an inquiry form online, you wait for weeks but get no r […]

China container shipping guide: Practical Advice On Pricing

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Cheap Sea Container Shipping For Your China Products: Practical Advice On Pricing

It seems very difficult for new importers to figure out the container shipping in China. Why should we use container shipping? How to get container shipping quotes? How to compare and get a cheap quote […]

Sourcing from China: ins and outs

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Recession is over, business is back to normal, it is time to import from China again. There are many factors to consider, many knowledge to learn as to how to source from China. We will try to write down all aspects and process of sourcing in China to a single article, which I hope will show you the ins and […]

China sourcing ultimate guide Part 3 - Price Negotiation

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China sourcing ultimate guide Part 3  - Price Negotiation


Price negotiation is one of the most tricky parts in international sourcing. But meanwhile it isn't that difficult if you do enough homework, research and follow some basic principles.
Some misconception:
I hav […]

Top 5 issues to consider when doing business with China

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top 5 issues to consider when doing business with China

1. Cultural Difference
You should already know that China has a totally different culture than your country, including Business Culture. Some approaches that worked in your country might not work well here. […]

Preparing for China Trade Shows: Part 3 of 3

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Preparing for China Trade Shows: Part 3 of 3

Is it necessary to meet suppliers face-to-face at China exhibitions, and what should you do when you get there? This final installment highlights what you can do at the fair itself to get the most out of it.


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