Sourcing guides
Practical, no-nonsense guides for Indian buyers sourcing from China — verification, shipping, customs, and the mistakes worth avoiding.
How to Import from China to India: A Complete Guide for First-Time Buyers
A step-by-step walkthrough of sourcing and importing products from Chinese suppliers to India — finding suppliers, samples, shipping, customs clearance, and the documents you'll need.
How to Verify a Chinese Supplier Before You Pay
Practical steps to check whether a Chinese supplier is legitimate before sending any payment — business license checks, factory verification, red flags, and safer first-order practices.
China Sourcing Agent vs. Buying Direct from the Manufacturer: Which Is Better?
The real trade-offs between using a China sourcing agent and buying directly from a manufacturer — cost, control, risk, and which approach fits first-time vs. experienced importers.
7 Common Mistakes Indian Buyers Make When Sourcing from China
The most frequent, avoidable mistakes Indian importers make when sourcing products from Chinese suppliers — and practical ways to avoid each one.