Some importers try to optimize their freight costs. They always make sure they will fill a container up. Most buyers, however, simply buy what they need. They don't want to carry extra inventory that might not get sold. If they have, say, … [Read more...]
Hong Kong/Shenzhen border point: stop the smugglers!
The Luohu border point between Hong Kong and Shenzhen seems to be a favorite spot for smuggling products into China. Hong Kong is a free port with no duty on many product categories. And there is no VAT, whereas China imposes a 17% VAT. I … [Read more...]
Basics of freight forwarding in China: Q&A with an expert
I recently met with Sandra Nguyen Thanh, who works for Karl Gross Logistics, a freight forwarding and logistics company with offices in Europe and in China. Sandra was kind enough to respond to my questions. Here are some of the basics … [Read more...]
How importers Can Use a Hong Kong company
Once they reach a certain size, all importers wonder "should we open a company in Hong Kong for saving on taxes?" It has been going on for decades. However, a new development is pushing importers--particularly from North America--to … [Read more...]
Fulfillment and drop-shipping from China: Q&A with an expert
My friend Michael Michelini is an ecommerce expert. He was kind enough to answer a few questions about fulfillment and drop-shipping. He runs a podcast and blog Global From Asia on China/Asia and services clients in the complex world of … [Read more...]
Are you going to CHaINA 11 in Shanghai?
The Global Supply Chain Council organizes a conference called CHaINA live. It will take place on 2 & 3 Nov. in Shanghai. Several people I respect are either speakers or attendees. For example, my friend Andrew Reich from In Touch … [Read more...]
How to hide the supplier’s identity with a Hong Kong company (Q&A)
A couple of weeks ago, I met with Anne Kuschert, who works as supply chain executive at Fiducia Management Consultants. Among others, they help their clients set up companies in China and Hong Kong, and provide trade services for … [Read more...]
Finding a competent freight forwarder in China
I was graciously sent a copy of Find a Chinese Manufacturer, "A guide to the ins and outs of sourcing products in China" written by Michelle Vancisin. It is an easy read, and it's only 20 pages long. It is a good introduction for … [Read more...]
The lack of transparency in China supply chains
One of the members of the Linkedin China Law Blog Group asked "why there aren't more companies in China that are totally transparent with their supply chain". The reason is that importers would take high risks by disclosing the names of … [Read more...]
The 5 advantages of shipping smaller quantities
I used to work for an importer who had a rule to ALWAYS importer full containers from China and Vietnam. One order was one container. He was in the fashion business, so there was no reorder for most references. Only one-shots. Either they … [Read more...]
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