Do Business with Chinese Exporters

Discussion in 'General Business' started by Sabrina Gage, Sep 22, 2009.

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    China is a big supplier for many kinds of goods and service. In currently, there are two kinds of exporters: foreign trade company and manufacturer.Which some importers are tearing to find a manufacturer, another is comparing the prices between a mess of foreign trade companies.

    In my opinion, both kinds of exporters have their advantages:

    Foreign trade company: good service and the quality can be ensured.But the price is competitive high.

    Manufacturer: lower price, but some small factories usually can not ensure the delivery and quality.

    So, if you choose a exporter from China, my advise is to consider them comprehensively.

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    Last edited: Sep 22, 2009
    Sabrina Gage, Sep 22, 2009 IP
  2. Steve Powers

    Steve Powers Peon

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    #2
    good,but how can you keep a balance between these two aspects?Sometimes,it's just hard to make a choice.
    And if you want to win,you should have the courage to assume the risk.By the way,investigation is absolutely necessary before you do it.
     
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  3. Sabrina Gage

    Sabrina Gage Greenhorn

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    Hi Steve,

    Thanks for sharing your opinion. I agree with you to do investigation previously. And i think to find some medium or large scale manufacturer many be better.

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  4. mentos

    mentos Prominent Member

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    Find a factory and manufacturer is a more better approach coz it lower the cost.
    About the quality and delivery,i would say you need to only do business with those company that have good track record only.
     
    mentos, Sep 22, 2009 IP
  5. WallaceYeung

    WallaceYeung Notable Member

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    You should better to deal with the trader if you know nothing about China,
    the rule applies on any other countries.
     
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  6. jezzz

    jezzz Notable Member

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    But what products! should we target.. from China i guess FMCG are good to do so
     
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  7. Newviewit

    Newviewit Active Member

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    Be prepared to get screwed over very fast if you're only in it for a quick sale. Procurement in China directly from manufacturers takes time to build relationships and test for quality.

    Lived in China for the past 5 years and have seen foreigners make nothing but mistakes going directly to manufacturers and not doing enough due diligence.

    If you don't have the time and/or staff then use a middle man who has experience and has the contacts already in place... can save you lots of time and money in the end.
     
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  8. justin0914

    justin0914 Peon

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    Dear Friends,

    I have seen all the above topics, everyone is reasonable, especially the Sabrina Gage, as I come from China, the sales manager of manufacturer.
    Now in China, you prefer to do business with manufacturer, but firstly you should research the product ability, and age. More aged, more trustful. because these company are live on their credit and superior service. if not, the company will be failed in the competition.

    We are manufacturer and exporter of agricultural products, such as sweet paprika, hot red chili, and chili powder. We have our own laboratory, can test all the pesticide and hot value.
     
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  9. happyblog

    happyblog Well-Known Member

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    Its VERY easy to make profit if you buy direct from the Chinese producers and sell them at Ebay.
     
    happyblog, Sep 25, 2009 IP
  10. jxwee

    jxwee Peon

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    better to find someone who can speak their native tongue. reduce any miscomm...
     
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  11. seller89

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    Hey there no need to buy the goods when u can help sell them directly from the company for ur clients. Saves postage and dollars.
     
    seller89, Sep 26, 2009 IP
  12. hilosale

    hilosale Peon

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    yup that was great when we order a china goods directly and i know where to find it, now i making a $30 minimum off profit margin each product i sell on ebay....thx china...:D
     
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  13. justin0914

    justin0914 Peon

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    Dear Hilosale,

    Could you tell me what kind of products are you sell on Ebay, why not show us your own website?
     
    justin0914, Oct 9, 2009 IP
  14. salesguru

    salesguru Peon

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    You should deal with such trader in order to get the target products
    it takes a lot of hard work to do business with Chinese, and also
    there are a lot of competitor so it really needs an effective strategies. :)
     
    salesguru, Oct 9, 2009 IP
  15. justin0914

    justin0914 Peon

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    Dear salesguru,

    I agree with your idea, because you know, there are so many people in China, so we have many advantages, such as cheap human fee, better quality products at good values, As I also went to foreign countries,I can't imagine it is so expensive on dunnage.

    But the disadvantage is that the market is disordered, this can not avoide, because there are so many traders, factories. you can not imagine just one products will have several thousand factories. so it is impossible to manage all of them.
     
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  16. InterMar

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    I fully agree with salesguru thoughts and about hilosale products/website I'd be interested too.
     
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  17. Deus Ex

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    The only issue are scams and quality assurance. Be sure you look into that when doing business with 75% of Chinese companies
     
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  18. hilosale

    hilosale Peon

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    heheheh thx....if you interested with the product here look at my signature....and you know what??? you can even put your own brand if you buy minimum 1000 item with them....:D that's cool hah...:D
     
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    Out of curiosity what would you need in USB flashdrive lighter? lol
     
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    syntaxevasion Peon

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    I've had good luck with Alibaba gold suppliers. Make sure they're verified as well. Do your due dilligence.

    I've bought from both manufacturers and trade companies.. In many cases trade companies can get you the product quicker since many of them have stock on hand and you don't have to wait in queue.
     
    syntaxevasion, Oct 10, 2009 IP