Every year, businesses lose millions to unverified Chinese suppliers — from outright scams to factories that simply cannot deliver the quality they promise. This comprehensive guide walks you through a structured verification process covering business registration, factory audits, certification verification, and red flag identification.

Breaking down the July 2026 US Section 301 tariff on 60 economies including China at 12.5%, Section 122 expiry, and $30B tariff reduction deal. Actionable strategies for importers.

Alibaba.com and 1688 are two major platforms for sourcing goods from China, yet they cater to distinct groups of purchasers. Alibaba.com delivers a more streamlined experience for international buyers, whereas 1688 generally offers more competitive product pricing. This guide contrasts Alibaba.com and 1688 across key dimensions including pricing, payment terms, supplier communication, buyer safeguards, shipping solutions and overall landed costs, helping you select the platform that best matches your procurement requirements.

China to France import duty and taxes depend on the product’s HS code, customs value, country of origin, freight cost, and applicable French VAT rules. This guide explains how French customs calculates import duties, how import VAT is applied, what documents are required for customs clearance, and how importers can estimate total landed cost before shipping goods from China to France.

If you are importing goods from China to the United States, few documents matter more than the commercial invoice. It serves as both a bill of sale between buyer and seller and the primary document U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) uses to assess duties, verify compliance, and clear your ship...

It provides a comprehensive comparison of two fundamental Incoterms in international trade — FCA (Free Carrier) and FOB (Free On Board) — examining their respective scopes of application, risk transfer points, cost allocations, and documentation requirements. FCA applies to all modes of transport (road, rail, air, sea, and multimodal), with the seller's obligation fulfilled when goods are handed over to the carrier at a designated location, at which point risk transfers to the buyer. FOB, by contrast, is exclusively used for sea and inland waterway transport, where the seller bears all risk and cost until the goods are loaded onto the vessel nominated by the buyer. The article systematically analyzes the key differences between the two terms across multiple dimensions and discusses the practical implications for both sellers and buyers, including customs clearance responsibilities, insurance arrangements, and logistics control. Guidance is also provided on how to choose between FCA and FOB based on transport mode, risk appetite, and industry practice. This article serves as a practical reference for importers and exporters seeking to optimize their trade contract terms and enhance cross-border transaction efficiency.