Import Education

Common Import Sea Freight Problems

Common Import Sea Freight Problems WHY SO MANY DELAYS?Common Import Sea Freight Problems Importers can tell you that things can go wrong very quickly with ocean shipments. The majority of which are beyond their control. Things go wrong at the factory, at loading docks, at sea ports both in China

Read More »
Import Education

China Supplier asking for your EIN number?

When engaging in international trade, it’s common for your China supplier to request your Employer Identification Number (EIN). Understanding why your China supplier EIN number is needed is crucial for ensuring smooth transactions and compliance with tax regulations. This article explains the importance of the EIN in international trade, how it affects the importing process, and offers tips on providing your EIN securely.

Read More »
Blind Shipping

What is Blind Shipping?

What is Blind Shipping Blind Shipping is the ‘blind date’ of the business world. With imports, it occurs when your overseas factory and your end-user are completely unaware of each another. Blind Shipping, first and foremost, protects your business from supply chain predators. Keeping Chinese suppliers and end-users completely separate is

Read More »
Blind Shipping

Top Tips: Best Express Courier Options from China

Top Tips & Best Express Courier Options From China Which Courier should I choose? Buying from China inevitably means using express air couriers. Factories get late, 100-piece orders aren’t shipped by sea or air cargo. The need exists for sending or receiving samples, commercial documents, small orders and delivering products

Read More »
Blind Shipping

The Balance of Power Has Shifted

The Balance of Power Has Shifted What’s Changed? Chinese factories and end-users, going direct and cutting you out. Alibaba has altered the landscape. Importers fight to retain market share. The new normal means increased rushes and shorter order-to-delivery cycles. Lowering transportation costs, hiding your supply chain, and moving shipments faster

Read More »

Featured Post

Lunar New Year 2025 Shipping Tips ✈️

How Chinese New Year Impacts Shipments   The Chinese Lunar New Year is a time of celebration, but not for businesses relying on Chinese manufacturing. It brings disruption. This year, the holiday...

Blog Posts

Top Tips: Best Express Courier Options from China

Top Tips & Best Express Courier Options From China Which Courier should I choose? Buying from China inevitably means using express air couriers. Factories get late, 100-piece orders aren’t shipped...

The Balance of Power Has Shifted

The Balance of Power Has Shifted What’s Changed? Chinese factories and end-users, going direct and cutting you out. Alibaba has altered the landscape. Importers fight to retain market share. The new...

Shipping from China Tips for 2024

Shipping From China: Tips for 2023...

Predictions for Promotional Product Importers

Predictions for Promotional Product Importers 14 years ago a Jack Ma, a Chinese entrepreneur, developed a platform for Chinese exporters to meet buyers online. By 2002, he made $1 in profits. By 2016...

Importing Promotional Products from China (Step 2)

Importing Promotional Products From China Part 2 In case you missed it, part 1 is here To grow market share and remain competitive, importing from China is a must.The challenge is staying ahead of a...

Importing Promotional Products from China (Step 1)

A Step-by-step Guide to Importing Part 1 Growing market share means importing from China.  The challenge is staying ahead of a massive China curve! Direct sellers have arrived. Whether you source...

Importing from China – Best Practices

Importing from China – Best Practices RULE #1 Don’t look for the lowest possible priceDon’t be tempted! Significantly lower prices should raise a flag. NO such thing as the lowest price in China...

Blind Shipping: Faster, Cheaper, Easier

Deliver quickly, affordably, and conveniently while ensuring supply chain security...

Import Duty and Tax Explained

Import Duty and Tax Explained Introduction When shipping products internationally, recipients must pay additional duties and taxes before delivery. Governments impose these taxes for various reasons...