Stock lot products in China are unbelievably cheap, but they’re not the defective items you might imagine. The low prices are due to factories overproducing or buyers canceling orders, leaving these products unsold for a long time. To clear out this excess stock, factories sell them to specialized wholesalers at 20% or even less of [...]
China produces 70% of the world's toys. Every year, many toy businesses import from Chinese toy manufacturers to sell in their local markets and make a profit. However, many newcomers to the industry often have questions about importing toys from China. Here are the top 7 questions they're curious about. What are the toy safety [...]
Are you looking to start your own business or side hustle? If you have time but limited funds, an eCommerce business could be the perfect way to earn extra cash. While Amazon and eBay might come to mind, these platforms are crowded with seasoned sellers, making it tough to compete without experience and capital. Today, [...]
Guangzhou is a crucial trade hub connecting China with the world. There are multiple industrial clusters and many huge wholesale markets located in Guangzhou. Factories and suppliers across a wide range of product types gather here, attracting a lot of foreign purchasers and sourcing agents coming into being.However, many people wonder: What are the manufacturing and [...]
Today's case is truly inspiring. When having an idea, take action instead of just thinking and waiting. Don’t go all-in at first; test product ideas with small costs. Then, optimize and grow the business. First, let me give you some background info:Protagonist: Bunny AngeMarkets: stores in different local EU markets.Product: Dino Dog ToySales revenue: $150kNext, [...]
Lots of importers prefer to buy products directly from manufacturers in China, which can offer a range of benefits, from lower prices to better quality control. They always wonder how to find a manufacturer to make their products. But it is not easy to find a real factory and sometimes you may not need a [...]
When sourcing products from China, Alibaba is often the first platform that comes to mind. There are millions of Chinese manufacturers and suppliers across all product categories, meeting the needs of most importers. However, as beginners with little experience, they often wonder:Are there manufacturers on Alibaba?How to find the right manufacturer on Alibaba?Any practical tips [...]
Foreign purchasers, especially those running e-commerce businesses, prefer to use Chinese wholesale websites to find suppliers and products at affordable prices. Your budget and business model determine which wholesale site is best for efficient product sourcing.Here, I list 10 mainstream China wholesale websites and explain which type of purchaser each one is best suited for. [...]
Despite the global economic downturn, cross-border eCommerce has grown rapidly. Statista reports that the global market reached over $900 billion in 2023 and is expected to exceed $1.5 trillion by 2027. This growth is seen in sales, consumer behavior, and business model innovations. Cross-border eCommerce lets consumers buy quality products from different countries and opens [...]
UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and ETL certification (Intertek ETL) are both famous third-party certification organizations that test and certify electronic product safety. They are common in the North American market. Even though these certifications are not legally required, like CPSIA, having them often enhances a product's competitiveness.What is UL?What is ETL certification?UL Listed and ETL ListedWhich [...]
