A Complete Procurement Guide From China

China Supply Chain Purchasing Guide

China is the world’s manufacturing factory, which produces countless goods every day. These goods are favored by buyers all over the world. With the development of network technology, everyone can now purchase cheap Chinese goods, but many people are troubled by the problem of shipping. Especially some individual buyers, they usually don’t understand customs procedures and don’t understand the tax rates of products.

Complete procurement process Import procurement involves multiple links to ensure that the goods arrive at the destination smoothly and comply with relevant regulations and standards. The following is a typical import procurement process:

1. Demand determination

Confirm your target product

2. Inquiry and quotation

Send inquiry information to different sellers, compare quotation information, and choose the most suitable seller.

3. Signing a contract

Sign an order contract with the seller to confirm the terms of trade.

4. Order and production

Pay the deposit, the seller starts to produce the goods and deliver them.

5. Export customs clearance and transportation

Find a freight forwarder, conduct export customs declaration, be responsible for the international transportation of goods, and confirm the transportation method and timeliness.

6. Import customs clearance

When the goods arrive at the destination port, start import customs clearance and tax payment.

7. Goods delivery

Settle the miscellaneous charges at the destination port, pick up the goods and transport them to the delivery address.

8. Payment settlement

Settle the final payment for the goods. Usually, sellers who have not cooperated for a long time will require you to pay all the goods costs when the goods are delivered to the freight forwarder.

9. After-sales service

Check the condition of the goods, whether there is any damage, whether the quantity is correct, and whether the quality is qualified. If there is any problem, contact the supplier and freight forwarder as soon as possible.

FAQ

How do I find the right supplier?

Online stores are a good choice, 1688 and AliExpress are both good Chinese supplier platforms.

How do I know the tax rate of the goods I buy?

You can consult our team or check the tax website of the importing country.

Which products are difficult to transport?

Liquids, powders, dangerous goods, etc. are all difficult, and suppliers are required to provide complete transportation safety information.