China Wholesale
As the world-leading wholesale company, we supply more than 100 thousand high-quality merchandise and
famous brand name
products, all at wholesale prices. Experience professional service and quality products made in China
today.
Connecting with Asia
- Do your market research and know the products you are interested in before looking for
suppliers. There are many
sources to find your products. The Internet is the easiest place to start. There are many online
wholesale directories. We
like to believe that GetThatWholesale is the
best.
- Select a few potential suppliers and get to know them by email and if possible by telephone. Obtain
product samples.
Narrow down to the ones that you want to work with after discussing the price and trade relationship.
Make sure shipping and
payment terms are clearly understood by both parties. Gather all necessary information to prepare for
placing a trial
order.
- Understand trade terms and use them. Before placing any order, you need to understand and confirm
with your suppliers
about shipment terms. Most popular are fob and cif, as well as payment terms. These are closely related
to your landing cost
calculation and risk assessment. You can consult an import management company or freight forwarder for
detail breakdown on
the costs and risks. You can also use an import management company to negotiate the trade
terms.
- Do your homework on compliance issues. You need to understand the relevant import compliance
regulations. US Customs, and many other government agencies such as the
FDA, DOT, and ATF
regulate the importation of goods. Go to the websites of these agencies to understand, register or
download the forms.
Compliance issues can be very complicated and ruinous if ignored. It is highly recommended to consult a
good customs house
broker before placing any order. Particular attention to regulation is needed when you import clothing
or other textiles from
China.
- Selecting a high quality forwarder and customs house broker is very important. Go to your local
international trade
organization and customs office to find a list of established brokers. Visit them in person and select
one you like. For the
first time importer, use a more individualized service.
- Place a trial order with a written purchase order if everything goes well. In the purchase order
provide a detailed
description of the products and trade terms. Detail all needed shipping documents and regulatory
requirements
- If at all possible hire an inspection agent to check your products before they leave the factory,
and provide you with a
detailed report. This is usually done a few days before the expected shipment, so you can address any
issues that would be
raised.
- Track the transportation and customs clearance. Your forwarder and customs broker should take care
of your transportation
and customs clearance. However, you also need to track the process and provide needed information, such
as additional product
information and approving the bill of landing. You will have to issue a power of attorney to your broker
and purchase a
customs bond for your importation.
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