Asia-Pacific Sourcing 2023 is the largest platform outside of Asia that connects buyers with Asian manufacturers of home and garden tools and products. At the fair in 2023, the product range from the flourishing Asian markets will be introduced to … Read more
National Hardware Show is the largest home and hardware-related show. It is an annual fair held in Las Vegas. During each edition, there are new products to source and innovations to explore. How to register for the National Hardware Show … Read more
China is the largest video game market in the world. Chinese gaming gear and furniture producers supply gamers in the country and abroad. When importing furniture and gaming gear from China to the US, you need to find out what … Read more
China ended its zero-COVID policies that have held back the economy for the past three years. Mandatory quarantine and daily flight limits were removed, though Covid testing (PCR) is still required to enter China. How to take advantage of China … Read more
The world-famous Canton Fair is back on-site! It is the first opportunity to participate in the largest fair in several years. Undoubtedly, it is the most important fair event for importers and exporters from all around the world. The oldest … Read more
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is the largest show dedicated to kitchen and bath design in North America. KBIS co-locates with the NAHB International Builders Show (IBS) and the National Hardware Show (NHS), which make up Design & … Read more
The National Hardware Show is a comprehensive event that serves the hardware and home improvement industry. It is a big networking platform that unites the industry, and every edition introduces innovations. The previous edition attracted over 700 exhibitors and 3,000 … Read more
Sourcing from China is a great way of reducing costs. Moreover, the variety of suppliers and production capacity makes it possible to manufacture anything you want in the requested quantity. Read further to get to know top tips on sourcing … Read more
Although China uses the Gregorian calendar, the dates of traditional holidays are based on the lunisolar calendar. The lunar new year is a few weeks off from the Gregorian one. Especially in Southeast Asia, it is a time of grand … Read more
China eases Covid restrictions, vitalizing international trade. When dealing with potential Chinese partners, it is worth being vigilant, as it is easy to come across scammers and unethical practices. One wrong step, and you could lose money. We present what … Read more
Spielwarenmesse is one of the world’s most important fairs in the toy industry. The trade fair is held regularly in Nuremberg, Germany, and attracts over 70,000 visitors. When will Spielwarenmesse 2023 take place? Spielwarenmesse 2023 – when and where? The … Read more
The wedding industry is huge and worth around USD 72 billion globally. Its sub-groups include invitations, jewelry, attire, catering, wedding cakes, photography, on-site lighting, decorations, and more. Chinese suppliers have a lot to offer in iterms of wedding accessories. This … Read more
Huge population and growing middle class fuel the demand for furniture in China. One of the biggest furniture companies in the world is the Swedish brand IKEA. Lately, IKEA invested RMB 10 bn in China in e-commerce and digitalization. The … Read more
China is one of the leaders when it comes to the production of backpacks, as well as bags or suitcases. The current market offers us multiple models of bags and backpacks. We can pick through various colors and sizes. Before … Read more
China is the leading exporter of office supplies. It is not only a major manufacturer of office supplies and equipment but also of office furniture. In the case of importing office supplies and furniture from China to the US, you … Read more
The festive Chinese New Year period is one of the longest holidays in China. It also means that factories halt production. If you want to import around Chinese New Year, you need to prepare for the seasonal challenges. Chinese New … Read more
It’s been a few years since Chinese importers had to adapt to the new reality of difficulties in international trade. The Covid-19 pandemic had an enormous influence on methods of establishing business relations with Chinese exporters and caused almost all … Read more
Solar power is the fastest-growing source of electricity in the US. PV panels are a renewable energy source that generates energy every day, depending on the weather conditions. It can generate electricity and heat. China is a leading semiconductor device … Read more
If you want to import goods with particular requirements, good communication between you and the manufacturer is crucial. For this purpose, you have to prepare a product specification sheet for the production. In this article, we describe what should be … Read more
Glass is used in many daily-used products, from electronic devices with a screen, food containers to decorations and construction components. The US glass and glassware imports hit a record of US$9.49 Billion. On the other side of the world, China … Read more
Hong Kong, one of the world’s largest trading economies, is also one of the leading congress and exhibition centers in Asia. Hong Kong’s excellent air connectivity allows passengers to travel comfortably, making this city a perfect location for international conventions. … Read more
As the pandemic subsides, travel restrictions are lifted. For example, the centralized quarantine for travelers to Hong Kong was lifted. China is one of many travel destinations. Can you get a tourist visa to China or any type? Read about … Read more
Thanks to its colorful and important history, Turkey has many meaningful holidays in its calendar, commemorating crucial moments for the Turkish people. Every year on these special days, Turkey’s citizens have an opportunity to celebrate as well as meet their … Read more
The United States has imposed restrictions on semiconductor technology exports to China, which may setback Chinese technological development. The US chip ban in China can harm the semiconductor supply chain and impact Taiwanese and South Korean semiconductor companies. It only … Read more
Hong Kong is often referred to as the gateway to China. Since it is not part of mainland China, different rules apply, for example, entry requirements. During the pandemic, Hong Kong lifted travel ban restrictions on different terms from mainland … Read more
Importing electric blankets from China to Europe is so popular that some factories work around the clock to keep up with orders. In January 2022, almost 190.000 electric blankets were exported from China to the European Union. In July, imports … Read more
The modern glass industry in China started in the 1920s. In the 1950s, the country produced only 1.7% of the glass in the world; now, China is the leader in glass production. During the energy crisis in Europe that led … Read more
Clothing and various types of fashion accessories remain one of the most popular industries in China for years back. The wide range of low-cost clothing and accessories is a great deal for importers. Before importing fashion accessories from China to … Read more
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has been overseeing America’s borders and ports of entry since 2003. To carry out customs procedures in import into the US, you must present the CBP with many documents and pay due duties. … Read more
China is the largest exporter of sewing machines (over 15 m sets), both for household and industrial use. When sourcing such products, there are many aspects that an importer has to pay attention to. Apart from finding a reliable supplier, … Read more
We have good news for importers: shipping rates are falling! Inventory surpluses, global port congestion, inflation, and reduced demand for cargo services from east to west cause a decline in freight rates. How much does shipping cost? Shipping rates are … Read more