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    IMEX Sourcing Reference

    We used IMEX's sourcing service when we visited China and they made the whole process of organising factory visits, comparing quality / price and ultimately finding a suitable factory much simpler. Ash and his team were very helpful and friendly throughout and clearly know what they're...
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    IMEX Sourcing Reference

    We used IMEX's sourcing service when we visited China and they made the whole process of organising factory visits, comparing quality / price and ultimately finding a suitable factory much simpler. Ash and his team were very helpful and friendly throughout and clearly know what they're...
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    Pre-Shipment Product Inspections

    We are planning on importing a container of furniture from China and intend to obtain a pre-shipment inspection before paying the final installment of the goods. My question is what do we need to provide the inspection company so they fully understand what they are checking? Do they need exact...
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    Canton Fair Advice

    We are currently retailing contemporary furniture online and are looking to take it to the next level and import a container from China. Having struggled to find a reliable factory through online methods, we have decided to visit the Canton Fair next month to source a supplier there, and have a...
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    Importing furniture from China to UK - Manufacturer Products

    Hi, We are looking to import contemporary furniture from a Chinese factory to the UK and had a query regarding the products if possible. It appears that a lot of the factories already make certain items and can provide specifications and prices on these immediately. I assume we could also...
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    Wholesaler or manufactuer if importing?

    We are looking to import furniture from China to the UK and assumed by doing this that we would be classified as a wholesaler. However, we have read that "in the US, Europe and Australia the importer is considered the manufacturer and bears all criminal and civil liability". Is this the case...
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    Importing furniture from China to UK

    We have been retailing furniture online for the last year and have decided to take it to the next level and import a selection of 5 products (150 units in total) from China to the UK. We have priced this up as far as unit price, import duty, VAT, UK shipping and storage costs are concerned, but...
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