Thread: importing from China

Interesting I found a company who are impoting from china for me; But I`m interested in prices ; I don`t want something "exelent" ; For example Mp3 Players (10-15$). My second question is they can send examples ? And my last question : How we can proceed with payments I don`t want to pay for something which is not in my hand phisically I mean can we sign a contract or I can pay the money when the Mp3players arrive? Thanks oddpair and I`m waiting for your answer.

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mynameke, they can send samples, if you are just buying one unit youare better off buying it retail or if not you can ask them to send you COD or use a credit card so you can get chargeback. Do not send western union, if they are asking wester union it's a scam. If you order large volumes you can use an escrow. Bigger orders usually they will accept L/C

yes, oddpair is 100% correct. avoid scam, trade with safety

Hi everyone,
I am selling Computer products and supplies, here in New York.
I am buying everything from national distributors, but the profit margins are paper thin, and most of the times i will find lower prices from online retailers,
what is their secret?
is it only because they buy in bulk?
I am losing customers lately just because they are finding better prices online.
is there anything i can do?
Is there something they know that i dont?

Are they all buying from china?
Is it possible to buy there original OEM products?

I found this forum today
Hope to hear some good advice soon,
thanks in advance.

Hi to all of you !

I happened to see this web-site and started reading the posts. I feel I can contribute a little and help avoiding problems for those who have no experience with imports from China !

We have been importing from China for a while and we were lucky, besides a few initial problems, which are the toll everybody probably has to pay ! And, the rpoblems were caused by the initial absence of a local agent who could have easily stopped our intial problems.

Before you even start doing business, accept the following principles:

1. My first and most important suggestion is that you find somebody in China who is 100% reliable and does quality control and laoding for you. Anything you buy from China should be inspected and verified by somebody there you can trust 100%. It costs you a little, but what is a 5% commission paid to a trusted agent who works and operates for you versus losing 100% and/or a lot of hassle and anger ?? = !!

2. Try to pay by L/C ! L/Cs are a hassle, but they give you some control. Also, try to negotiate for a retainer of 10% ( or in that area ), payable 14 days after receipt of merchandise. If the seller refuses that, then there is usually something wrong !

3. Invest time and money for a few initial trips to China to see the suppliers/manufacturers/agents that you feel you want to work with.
Again, it costs time and money, but at least you get a feeling, who the people are and what is behind the name and logo.

4. Be prepared to deal with people that are used to THEIR ( not YOUR )mentality, habits, customs, and local particularities. Do not expect to deal with them like you deal with your local suppliers. Try to understand and learn something about their habits and customs before you travel there.
Learn a few Chinese words ! When they take you out, try some of their local food and drinks - and they will appreciate you !

5. Again and again and again: accept the little extra cost of having a Chinese agent. If you don't know anybody, ask other people buying from China, whether they can give you the name(s) of agent(s). Usually, a satisified customer is the best reference !
We did it the same way !

6. Ask the factory/supplier, whether they attend trade shows. If yes, it is usually a good indication that there is something behind the facade. A con-operation usually does not invest money in foreign tradeshows.

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Looking for contacts in authentic (Not look alike) IPODS and Gameboy advance consoles. If any one know of a wholesaler Please let me know. Thanks. Also I am looking to partner up with some to order these items bulk. I have about $1000.00 to $1500.00 upfront to start up. Serious replies only, please.


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HI Everyone,

This is Michael from SHenzhen ,China .
I read all your post before input my words .
I undstand the importer's concern, as a foreign sales manager in electronics products field, I think some of steps you have to do to prevent fraud,

1) besure who you are dealing with . try to find out the factory you are cooperating . There are many third party orgnizer ,such as ITS ,SGS, they can provide the inspection report to you at your request .
2) visit factory before your initial order . THis will cost you something ,but will ensure you the safely
3) adopt safety payment terms
4) use your own shipping forward ,you can control the products .

Hi
I have use www.alibaba.com with very good results, from getting mp3 players to getting buses.