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    India V China

    As the corona effect is diminishing, thing have started to settle. I agree China is still preferred option in terms of economy and variety, one has to decide what they want on long term. The global trade will be interesting for the next 5 year, there will be new opportunity for many new...
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    India V China

    I have a manufacturing company in India, so it might sound I am supporting India but the reality is: China grew economically very big because they delivered cheaper products with compared to any other country in the world. In this process many companies shut thier factory across the world...
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    Plastic Jerry can specifications for export to uk

    Dear all, We are a plastic container (5Ltr Jerry cans) manufacturer based in India. My customer want to export his product using my 5 litre jerry cans to uk and Europe. I want to know, if there are any specific Jerry can standard ( like, weight, color etc) for import to uk or Europe. I was...
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    Making contacts with clients and suppliers

    You Have to find your USPs. You have to find what can you pass on to customer s 1. Quality 2. Price benefits 3. Flexible Credit or payment terms 4. Products of their choice Customer service will be key to your success. If you can't go, can you hire someone to visit your customers and...
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    How is the coronavirus outbreak affecting your trade with China?

    China is not only supplies finished goods, it also supplies most of the raw materials to other manufacturers based in other countries. There are many companies out side China, facing challanges for raw materials supplies. So in summary the whole global supply chain will be affected for next 6...
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    NEFT, IFSC payments to India.

    I believe, it's now flat £28 or so per transaction. Irrespective of transaction amount. You can check with HSBC. I had used HSBC service extensively. It used to be a percentage of transaction amount, but now I guess it's flat rate. There are cheaper alternative such as money2india ( this...
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    Importing from China

    You definitely need to pay hmrc either way. Corporation tax or personal income tax on profit. If you register for vat, then you collect the vat from your customer and pay the difference ( of what you have paid during the import). If you are not registered, then you can't collect vat from your...
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    Importing Skincare/ Cosmetics from Non-EU

    Incase of import, the importer is responsible for the statuary compliance of the product. This changes from country to country. If you are looking for sustainable business, then you must do all the testing and obtain compliance for your intended products. There are many international test...
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    To start Export - Import Business in UK (Outside EU - India)

    Yes, you should be able to trade but you need to understand your hmrc tax liability with a professional accountant. Good luck Deepak
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    Sending money to Pakistan

    If it's a bigger amount, you can ask your supplier to check with their bank in Pakistan. Their bank can advise the correct procedure. Good luck, Deepak
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    Marketing of indian Furniture in UK

    No , you do not need a UK registered company to export to UK. You just another competitors who wants to be a part of their supplier. You can any kind of advertisement whatsoever... Online, a dedicated sales team, exhibition display etc... Good luck Deepak
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    How can I attract small business owners to expand their businesses in India?

    Can you be more specific about what you need? Who are your targeted customer? And what can you do for them? What are your strength?
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    Business model

    In my view, it's about sharing the financial risk and profit. If you invest to introduce the brand in Europe (showroom cost, employee, sales team, exhibition etc) then you take the profit if the brand sales well. If not you will loose your investment. Also you have to do all the paperwork for...
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    Indian JUTE bags market needed

    Do you live in the UK? If yes, then there is no harm in visiting a potential customer. Most of the jute bags available in UK supermarket are from Indian source. So, yes there is a scope for you to compete. However you have to give sample and meet their supply terms and conditions before you can...
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    How to find a sourcing agent in China?

    Tea being a very special product, you should first find the source locations where it's grown or processed. Then find a local contact for logistics. Alternative, you can do the reverse. get samples from agents and then based on what you like, you have to find the actual source(tea estate) for...
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