Sourcing & business guides

A step-by-step walkthrough for overseas buyers: where Chinese factories actually hide, how to screen and audit them, what to pay and when, and how to avoid the mistakes that cost first-time importers the most money.

A step-by-step guide to pre-shipment inspections in China, from booking the right check to reading the report and deciding whether to ship.

A practical guide for small importers choosing a China sourcing agent: what the job includes, fee models, red flags, and how to test an agent before you commit.

A practical breakdown of door to door shipping from China to the US for small importers: which mode fits your volume, what each cost line means, and the paperwork that sinks first-time shipments.

A step-by-step guide to booking factory audits, during-production checks, and pre-shipment inspections in China — what to prepare, when to book, what it costs, and what to do when a batch fails.

Alibaba direct buying works for some orders. A China sourcing agent works for others. Here is how to compare cost, risk, quality control, and time before you send a deposit.

A practical sequence for checking a Chinese supplier's legal records, factory, samples, inspections, and payment terms — with real costs and what each step filters out.

Most small importers pay $200–$800 for a one-day factory audit in China, but the final number depends on audit type, location, and scope. Here's a full price breakdown, plus the hidden fees and the shortcuts that actually work.

China-to-FBA delivery is five separate jobs, not one. Here's how to assign them, pick a shipping mode, meet Amazon's inbound rules, and clear customs without burning your margin.

Importing from China to the USA usually costs 25–50% above the FOB product price once freight, tariffs, customs fees, inspections, and delivery are added. This guide breaks down each cost and shows a real landed-cost example.