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 [...]
Today, I'm sharing an inspiring case for startups. If you don't have time to read it now, save it for later. First, let me give you some background info:Founder: Tyson WaltersSite: Shed DefenderProduct: Dog onesieSales revenue: Over $1.7 million until 2018Staff: Tyson, sister-in-law, momNext, I'll tell Tyson and Harley's story in the first person. I [...]
EXW and FCA differ significantly in transportation, delivery, and risk transfer. Understanding these differences helps buyers and sellers create better shipping agreements and achieve higher profits. In today’s blog, we will compare their features and advantages with real examples from our clients.What is EXW? (example included)What is FCA? (example included)When to pay under EXW and [...]
The role of the supply chain is the most important in e-commerce. Our clients who do well all have a very stable supply chain. No matter the product, you can squeeze out extra profit by optimizing the supply chain. We have never seen a business with a poor supply chain stay profitable for long, whether [...]
In the field of logistics like air and courier services, the billing standards are based not only on the shipment’s actual weight but also on the volumetric weight. Let's dive in. What are actual weight and volumetric weight? How to calculate volumetric weight? (formula, examples) What are actual weight and volumetric weight? Actual Weight, abbreviated [...]
Nowadays, doing a dropshipping business isn't easy. Although it's a low-cost, low-risk e-commerce business model that alleviates the burden of inventory, sellers primarily sell on-stock products and often find themselves in fierce competition. To differentiate oneself in a crowded market, finding a small niche can be an effective strategy. Today’s blog is to address the [...]
Private label and white label are two terms you must have heard. Both are important and common e-commerce business models. But many beginners may be confused and wondering: What are the private label and white label? (examples) What’s the custom difference between white and private labels? Private label vs. white-label product sourcing: time and cost? [...]
Custom packaging is a common approach used by private label businesses to differentiate products from competitors. It costs a little but can increase product value, potentially a price increase of 5% or more. Plus, appropriate inserts can offer better protection during shipping.I will tell you how small businesses start ordering custom packaging from China. They [...]
