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As a progressive business owner or purchasing manager, one of your most important jobs is to source products and materials at the right price.  This helps you remain competitive and protects your profit margins.With the emergence of China as an economic and industrial super-power, you’ve probably wondered, like many other business owners, if sourcing your products direct from the manufacturer in China is a worthwhile and viable option. If you get it right, the rewards can be well worth the effort. If you get it wrong the consequences can be costly. Over the past ten years we’ve seen many businesses do very well from China. We’ve also see the others who weren’t so lucky. Here are the important steps to source products from China. 1.Use an Independent Agent It is possible to “go it alone” when sourcing products from China – if you’re prepared to visit the country yourself and spend time looking for suppliers you can trust. There are many risks associated with this approa...

Some foreign clients and Chinese suppliers do not like to do toy business because of the wide range of toy products, the unknown of what to sell, and many countries have many regulations on imported toys, which will certainly cause a lot of trouble. But in fact imported toys are not as complicated as you think, you only need to select some good products and suitable suppliers. This article provides an overview of how to import toys from China, including some common questions on how to choose a product, how to find the right supplier, and how to solve the problem. 1.What kind of toys will bring you business? In my experience, importers of different countries most like to import classic toys, such as balls, cars, stuffed animals, etc., as these classic toys have large and stable demands every year. There is no need to worry about sales because there are always customers who want them. In addition, hot toys are commonly sold every year in the world, such as looms for 2013-2...

A lot of businesses need a helping hand when importing from a country like China because it is becoming the major manufacturer of industrial products due to its low price and improved quality.  But the diversity of products, language, culture and business practice pose a problem for most foreign buyers and thus, having a good rapport with the suppliers is very important. This is where a China purchasing agent comes in. What is sourcing agent or buying agent? A purchasing agent is an individual, employed by a company or working as a freelancer, helping companies overseas to import from China. While a purchasing agent is not a requirement in order to import from China, a good agent can be an extremely valuable asset in your overall Product procurement strategy. Below I list a few examples of what a purchasing agent can help out with: 1.) Finding new products and suppliers. 2.) Audit existing suppliers. 3.) Manage negotiations and draft agreements. 4.) Perform factor...

By 2018, 《Pinterest 100》 predicts several major home decorating trends in 2018, including Resort bathrooms, patterned plants and oversized artwork. Resort bathroom More and more people are looking to resort-style holidays to the bathroom with holiday-style decorations. In 2018, rattan furniture, white tiles, houseplants and decorative pebbles will be the choice for many bathrooms. According to the Pinterest 100 report, searches by platform users about “spa bathrooms” have increased 269%. Ceiling design According to Pinterest, the introduction of the “Fifth Wall” will be another major interior design trend in 2018. Platform users increased their searches for “statement ceilings” by more than 300%. Bold paint, eye-catching wallpaper and sophisticated texture will be 2018’s top decorative elements. Patterned plants Plants can add some irritation to the home, and they themselves are increasingly seen as a design element. The Pinterest platform saw 533% more searches for “pat...

Some foreign clients and Chinese suppliers do not like to do toy business because of the wide range of toy products, the unknown of what to sell, and many countries have many regulations on imported toys, which will certainly cause a lot of trouble. But in fact imported toys are not as complicated as you think, you only need to select some good products and suitable suppliers. This article provides an overview of how to import toys from China, including some common questions on how to choose a product, how to find the right supplier, and how to solve the problem. 1.What kind of toys will bring you business? In my experience, importers of different countries most like to import classic toys, such as balls, cars, stuffed animals, etc., as these classic toys have large and stable demands every year. There is no need to worry about sales because there are always customers who want them. In addition, hot toys are commonly sold every year in the world, such as looms for 2013-2014, p...

A lot of businesses need a helping hand when importing from a country like China because it is becoming the major manufacturer of industrial products due to its low price and improved quality.  But the diversity of products, language, culture and business practice pose a problem for most foreign buyers and thus, having a good rapport with the suppliers is very important. This is where a  China sourcing agent  comes in. Here a few areas to consider when looking for a sourcing agent: •  Head-Office.  Is the agency a western company with a presence in China, or a native Chinese company? When it comes to doing business, it will be much easier for you to work with a company who originates from outside China. It will be easier to check out their credentials as getting accurate information on Chinese businesses can be very difficult. •  Office in China.  Do they have a fully-staffed office in China? How long has it been there and how long have their ...