Importing from China works best when each step is clear before an order is placed. Use this practical checklist to plan your first purchase.
- Define the product. Write down specifications, materials, dimensions, packaging, target price, quantity, and any standards required in your destination market.
- Compare suppliers. Request quotations on the same specification and check business details, production capability, samples, and communication. Compare total landed cost, not just unit price.
- Confirm a sample and purchase terms. Approve the sample, agree on quality criteria, lead time, payment milestones, and what happens if goods do not match the order. Keep these points in writing.
- Inspect and arrange shipping. Verify production before final payment, confirm export documents and Incoterms, and ask your freight forwarder or customs broker to review duties and import requirements.
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