For years, import from China has enjoyed the interest of entrepreneurs who strive to increase their companies\u2019 competitiveness. It\u2019s a beneficial business, but simultaneously it\u2019s easy to make mistakes (especially for inexperienced importers). These can result in severe consequences for a company. Below, we answer which products are better to avoid when importing to minimize the risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Importing and selling goods of widespread brands, such as Apple, Nike, Adidas, Samsung, or Sony, without obtaining a special permit from the trademark\u2019s owner is illegal. Thus, it\u2019s subjected to high financial penalties. Acquiring a license may be highly time-consuming and problematic. Moreover, it\u2019s nearly impossible in the case of brands with designated exclusive distributors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You should always verify their Chinese supplier<\/a>, even if your business partner claims to have permission to manufacture goods with a specific company\u2019s logo. At all times, an importer is responsible for obtaining permission to place goods on the market. You should remember that even if a product is manufactured in a Chinese factory, it\u2019s later sent to a company\u2019s headquarters in the USA (or another location). Then it\u2019s distributed worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to buy an enormous amount of a branded product in China, you must do it via official distributors. However, their prices might not be beneficial for you. It\u2019s also worth keeping in mind that the Chinese counterfeit market is extensive. If you somehow encounter some cheaper \u201cbranded\u201d goods, they\u2019re likely fake. They often closely resemble the original products and are of equal quality. Therefore, you must stay aware and verify your supplier to avoid getting scammed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When importing seasonal products<\/a>, you should remember that\u00a0time<\/strong>\u00a0is crucial. Not many people are aware of the risks stemming from importing such goods. Importing from China is a long-term process that demands prior planning: finding a reliable supplier, inspecting a factory and products, and, most sensibly, ordering samples up to a few months before.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seasonal products are popular only temporarily, usually once a year for a short period. When a \u201chit of the season\u201d appears on the market, it\u2019s already too late to start searching for a Chinese supplier. You have to keep in mind that \u201ca trend\u201d cannot pass until your products arrive. Truthfully, there is no way to protect yourself from this kind of situation. An importer will have to reckon with the losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thus, if you consider importing seasonal products, you must survey what will become popular in the following season in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When importing raw materials from China to the European Union, one must know all the applicable requirements. Various permits will or will not apply to your product, depending on the raw material. For example, if you\u2019d like to import steel<\/a> from China, you need to remember that an additional payment of the anti-dumping duty will be applied. It\u2019s been implemented to restrict importing Chinese steel to the EU and reduce competition for the European manufacturers of this raw material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep in mind that looking for raw materials suppliers on the Internet is often pointless. Most likely, you\u2019ll have to plan a trip to China and, for example, attend trade fairs. This way, you can get acquainted with the suppliers\u2019 offers and check their goods\u2019 quality. It\u2019s also an excellent opportunity to converse with a seller face-to-face, negotiate, and establish a business relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you decide to import many products, find goods that will benefit you. Remember that apart from the costs of your products, you also must consider the costs of quality control<\/a>, transportation, and customs clearance. If you\u2019re looking for the cheapest products in China, stay aware of the competition that will often sell goods for non-favorable prices. Thus, analyze the competition, your potential recipients, and their needs, and search for high-margin products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you choose a particular item to import, it should be a product you\u2019re familiar with and won\u2019t cause any future problems. Before importing, entrepreneurs should check all the regulations they have to deal with. You must know what certificates are required for import, duty rates\u2019 values, how to mark your product correctly, and whether a manual is necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Furthermore, many products imported from China require accordance with the European Union\u2019s directives<\/a>. It can be complicated, especially when importing goods classified as dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before importing from China, you must assess your budget and adjust interesting products accordingly. In the case of a low budget, don\u2019t look for expensive unit goods. Instead, try finding a suitable niche. Think about how you can upgrade your product<\/a> and what to add to it to differentiate yourself from the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before importing from China, it\u2019s worth conducting thorough research on a product that interests you. After all, choosing the right product is the first step toward success. In the beginning, find out when selling it will be the most beneficial, whether you can acquire all essential permits and certificates and for what additional costs you must prepare. Check which goods are worth importing from China<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" For years, import from China has enjoyed the interest of entrepreneurs who strive to increase their companies\u2019 competitiveness. It\u2019s a beneficial business, but simultaneously it\u2019s easy to make mistakes (especially for inexperienced importers). 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Raw materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Low-margin products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Complicated goods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pricey goods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What not to import from China? \u2013 Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n