14 11, 2024

Broke to $100M with One Silicone Ring

2024-11-14T16:26:02+08:00

Today, I want to share the story of two young men with zero business experience turning a product solution into $100 million. Started as restaurant workers , KC and Ted discovered a need in their everyday work and founded the silicone ring brand QALO in 2013. It’s amazing that even 10 years later, their bussiness [...]

Broke to $100M with One Silicone Ring2024-11-14T16:26:02+08:00
12 11, 2024

China Guzhen Lighting Market and Buying Tips

2025-02-11T16:25:29+08:00

If you're in the lighting business, you've surely heard of Guzhen –  the original source of the lighting industry in China. What is Guzhen famous for? Where are the lighting factories concentrated? What about Guzhen International Lighting Fair (GILF)? Why do similar-looking lights vary so much in price and quality? What is Guzhen famous for? [...]

China Guzhen Lighting Market and Buying Tips2025-02-11T16:25:29+08:00
11 11, 2024

9 Easy High Profit Eco-Friendly Product Ideas

2024-11-11T10:57:19+08:00

3 months ago, a European client asked us to source bagasse tableware for his catering business. It costs twice as much as single-use plastic. We learned that plastic is banned in his country, so he’s eager to find an alternative. Many of our clients are also looking for eco-friendly products made from materials like coconut [...]

9 Easy High Profit Eco-Friendly Product Ideas2024-11-11T10:57:19+08:00
8 11, 2024

From $500 to a Thriving Sock Business

2024-11-08T10:05:25+08:00

You only need a few hundred dollars to kickstart your startup project. Today, we’re excited to share how we helped our client Eric bring his custom sock to life. Here’s a quick look at the basics:Client: Eric, CanadaProduct:Custom socksProblem: Find a suitable factory for small custom ordersSales Channel: Website, Ins, TikTok Five years ago, Eric [...]

From $500 to a Thriving Sock Business2024-11-08T10:05:25+08:00
1 11, 2024

90% Off Retail Price Pearls in this Small Town

2024-11-01T11:24:34+08:00

We found an Edison pearl necklace on Amazon for $69. But just from the photo, it's hard to say if it’s actually good quality. In a small town in China, a nice Edison pearl costs around $20–$30. This amazing town produces 73% of the world’s freshwater pearls. Let our sourcing agent Joe take you on [...]

90% Off Retail Price Pearls in this Small Town2024-11-01T11:24:34+08:00
29 10, 2024

3 quality control issues 99% of buyers face

2024-10-29T11:18:22+08:00

After you place an order and hire a third-party inspection company, can you really expect your products to arrive perfectly? Maybe not yet. This is when things start getting real. Here are real stories from our clients and other overseas buyers: The 3rd party inspections take shortcuts Here’s a story from a client who’s been [...]

3 quality control issues 99% of buyers face2024-10-29T11:18:22+08:00
23 10, 2024

Top 4 China Furniture Markets | Buying Tips

2025-03-13T15:55:45+08:00

There are a lot of furniture wholesale markets across China. In today’s blog, I will introduce the major 4 furniture markets and share key tips for buying from China’s furniture markets. Shunde Foshan Furniture Markets: The Largest in China Likou Furniture City, Jiangsu – Largest in Eastern China Xianghe Furniture Mall, Hebei – Northern China [...]

Top 4 China Furniture Markets | Buying Tips2025-03-13T15:55:45+08:00
22 10, 2024

Muslim Products Sourced for Our Clients

2024-10-22T18:04:36+08:00

Today, I’m sharing some muslim products we’ve sourced for our clients, including prayer beads, mats, zikr ring and speicial products for Eid. Zikr ring The Zikr ring has built-in flash memory and app control. It's IP68 waterproof, lightweight and portable. It lasts up to 7 days on regular use and has a standby time of [...]

Muslim Products Sourced for Our Clients2024-10-22T18:04:36+08:00
21 10, 2024

17-year-old Student’s Side Hustle Hits $921K

2024-11-08T10:14:28+08:00

Occupying a niche, this 17-year-old student did it by selling pet cages. Today, I'm excited to share her startup journey, which started with just $2,000 in savings, and now she averages $71,000 a month. First, let's dive into some key points:Founder: Bella LinStatus: Chinese American, living in SFSite: GuineaLoft, Amazon store, TKProduct: Small pet cageSales [...]

17-year-old Student’s Side Hustle Hits $921K2024-11-08T10:14:28+08:00
21 10, 2024

Top 7 Foshan Furniture Markets | Buyer Guide

2025-03-10T09:47:33+08:00

Foshan, Guangdong, is the largest furniture sourcing and trade center in the world, and you’ll need at least 3 days to explore it. In today’s blog, I’ll introduce you to some of the most popular furniture markets, along with buying tips for each. Lecong International Furnishing City Louvre International Furniture Exhibition Center Sunlink Furniture City [...]

Top 7 Foshan Furniture Markets | Buyer Guide2025-03-10T09:47:33+08:00
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