Blog entries by MOIC

buying from China and who find themselves fighting for profit margins due to the collapse of the GBP and it's exchange rate with the US$, there are a number of options open to you, which include the following: 1. Continue with the status quo and see your profits eroded due to increased costs...

Introduction to setting up your business For many people since the pandemic, the focus has been on creating a better work/life balance. For some this will be the thoughts, and perhaps dream of having their own business. But it's not as easy as it may seem, with many hidden hurdles and obstacles...

Introduction For many small businesses, starting to import from China can be a minefield when choosing a good supplier and knowing the full process of purchasing and importing to the UK. It can be daunting and the likelihood is that you will make mistakes during your first few imports, which...

Your Order is Manufactured in China, Do You Need to Have a 3rd Party Quality Control Inspection? The simple answer is yes, for the following reasons. Check & confirm that all the components used on your order are the same as the sample you’ve approved. Check & test random samples from the...

The Differences of Using A Bona Fide China Factory & China Trading Company Understanding the type of China supplier you'll be working with is vital to the control of the production of your order. A China Trading Company will work with a variety of China factories and generally, you’ll not have...

What You Need to Know About Importing From China to UK You’ve done your research and you feel you’re ready to take the plunge and start importing your products from China and import to the UK. My advice is to consider the following 10 Points: Is there a market for your China product to sell in...

As a first time buyer in China or looking for new products, you've identified several factories that sell the products you want, what do you do next? 1. Ask if they are a factory, trading company or reseller. 2. Request samples from at least 3 suppliers to compare materials, quality and...

There are numerous ways of sourcing your products in China, some examples include Alibaba, Aliexpress, Made In China, via exhibitions or an agent, to name but a few. It's important to recognise the elements involved when buying products in China and this will revolve around selecting the right...