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Successful business on goods from China: step by step instructions.

For Chinese entrepreneurs, 2017 was a year of lower prices for imported raw materials, less economic pressure from the United States and, as a result, an increase in foreign trade. Only exports to Russia increased by 22%, and in general the growth was almost 26% compared to the previous year. Experts say that 2018 will be just as favorable for China, and therefore Russian entrepreneurs can expect new interesting products, convenient logistics schemes, good discounts and higher quality standards for Chinese products.

Pros and cons of buying from China

The main part of export transactions between Chinese and Russian businesses is the supply of equipment (about 60%) and small-scale wholesale trade in clothing and footwear, plastic products, furniture, leather goods, jewelry and toys (about 30%). Of course, similar products can be found in Russia, but often their cost is so high that the reseller does not have the opportunity to make that extra charge that will cover all pre-sale costs, and also make it possible to earn.

The average small-scale wholesale margin for the Russian manufactured goods group is about 30%, for the Chinese one - 200%.

It is obvious that any businessman who knows how to count money will invest in a scheme with Chinese supplies. But the Chinese export offer is attractive not only by the possibility of colossal markups.

Important advantages of implementing business ideas from China are:

a huge selection of relevant and innovative goods (such a number of new products as in China is not produced in any country in the world);
the ability to bargain with Chinese sellers to a very significant reduction in the initial cost;
convenient, fast and cheap logistics (dozens of consolidation warehouses operate in Russia today, and their number will only increase).

The weakest point of Russian-Chinese commercial schemes is the difficulty of translation. It is not uncommon for the parties to seem to have agreed on the same terms of the deal, but in fact the Chinese partner begins to fulfill its obligations with a significant deviation from the agreements. And only when the circumstances are clarified, it turns out that the Chinese kept silent about something or joked about something, while the Russians did not clarify in a timely manner.

In order to avoid these problems at the first stages of organizing trade with Chinese suppliers, it is recommended to hire a reliable consulting agent for the first three to five transactions. He will teach you how to properly negotiate with the Chinese side and correctly fix the agreements on paper. The cost of the services of such an agent is about 10% of the transaction.

Business with China and laws

Any commercial activity between Russian and Chinese entrepreneurs must be regulated by an appropriate agreement drawn up in writing. Of course, if you order 100 watches on Aliexpress, pay for the goods through the payment system of the Internet resource and wait for the watch to arrive at your warehouse, you do not need to conclude any additional written contracts.

But if you contact a supplier or manufacturer directly, transfer money through a bank yourself and arrange delivery, then you cannot do without a written bilateral document sealed by both parties.

Do I need to pay customs duties for the import of goods purchased in Chinese online stores

Customs duty must be paid on deliveries worth from 1 thousand euros and more or weighing 31 kg or more. The billing period is a calendar month. These norms are established only for postal items to the address of individuals.

Accordingly, if an individual receives monthly parcels from China in the amount of up to 1,000 euros and up to 31 kg in his own name, he is exempted from paying import duties and taxes.

If the cargo is transported across the border by a legal entity or an individual entrepreneur, completely different customs rules apply to such an operation.

Legal entities (including small businesses and individual entrepreneurs), when importing goods into the customs territory of the Russian Federation, are required to pay duties, VAT, excise duties, as well as pay for customs clearance services.

The total cost of legalizing a consignment of goods from China is 45.15% of the declared contract price of the products.

After the product is legalized, it can be sold on the territory of Russia, with the payment of taxes according to the taxation system under which the entrepreneur works.

If you are just starting to work with China, you should not immediately get involved in commercial deliveries. Work for a few months as a private person, evaluate the prospects of the direction in which you work, and only then enter into commercial contracts. Moreover, it is not recommended for newcomers to the Chinese market to immediately invest more than 500 euros in business.

Ways to bypass the fee

As practical experience shows, attempts to save on customs payments can be very expensive and put an end to an entire entrepreneurial career. Therefore, if you decide to trade an actual product and make a markup of 150 - 200% of the cost, do not save 45% on paying all necessary duties. You run the risk of being left without goods, without money and with a damaged business reputation.

But if you have an adventurous spirit, you like to fool the system, and you do not want to share your earnings with anyone, then you can try to get around the payment of fees in the following ways:

agree with the supplier to underestimate the contract value of the goods in invoices (there is a risk of not receiving the goods, while claims for the return of the advance can only be made within the invoice, which you deliberately underestimated);
involve several partners in the business, in whose name to receive parcels, without exceeding the monetary and weight limit (1 thousand euros / 31 kg).

If you do not want to deal with duties, customs clearance and shipping at all, then the best option is to hire an intermediary who will look for you a good product in China and take care of its delivery. Intermediaries publish a full list of services and their cost on their websites. On average, cooperation costs 10% of the cost of the party.

How to start trading with Chinese suppliers

The main thing you need to get started is a great desire! A person who wants to do something is looking for all possible ways to realize his intention. He tries, he fails, he tries again and achieves his goals.

Who can do business with China

If we analyze the success stories of Russian entrepreneurs who have built a legal and profitable business with China, then most of them initially had a merchant instinct and an economic education.

Yes, they had already traded goods of Russian, European, American production and knew how to build relationships with suppliers. They simply entered another market with their skills, with a cheaper product and the possibility of a higher markup.

Therefore, if you are currently involved in the field of trade, working with Chinese suppliers will not be a novelty for you.

Those who understand the latest in the electronics market, spare parts, accessories for cars, as well as gadgets of various types and modifications, can earn good money.

There are also chances of success for those entrepreneurs who can anticipate fashion trends for future seasons.

At the stages of launching new products on the market and during their promotion, manufacturers offer buyers the most comfortable conditions for cooperation (low prices, free delivery, free trial samples, etc.).

Experts note the cyclical nature of the Chinese goods market. The cycle is approximately 3 years. There is a high probability that some commodity items that were actively sold three years ago will be popular this year (with the exception of gadgets).

Business with China in 10 steps

If you do not know how to start trading Chinese goods, you can use the ten easy steps. Here is a simple step by step plan:

Find a capital of 1 thousand euros (better than your own, it is difficult to rise on borrowed money).
Choose the five highest rated products (ratings can be tracked using the functionality of the Aliexpress website).
Find the most loyal to wholesale buyers suppliers.
Depending on the conditions offered by suppliers, choose the most profitable business model for the operation.
Order trial copies of commodity items.
Determine the target audience who will be interested in this particular product.
Build an after-sales communication strategy with your target audience.
Calculate your markup percentage.
Form the first order to the supplier (the price of the first purchase should not exceed 50% of the initial start-up capital, or better - 30%).
While the order is coming, start collecting applications for implementation according to the chosen scheme.

These steps need to be worked out on paper first, adding details as they go. This scheme should always be in front of your eyes, and then you can restore the logic of your actions at any time if you feel that some processes have begun to get out of control. To correct the situation, it will be enough to return to the point at which the mistake was made and work it out again.

Business visit to China

A business visit to China for one person costs about 1.5 thousand US dollars for 3 days (including visa and air travel in both directions). This amount does not include the services of an interpreter and a business consultant, without which it is difficult for a Russian entrepreneur to do at first. If you are bringing specialists from Russia with you, multiply the cost of the trip for one person by three. A Chinese translator and consultant will cost several times cheaper, but you need to negotiate and sign a contract with them while still in Russia.

If you plan to come to China and look for assistants there, then most likely you will just waste your time and will not be able to solve the business tasks that were planned.

Obviously, a business trip to China is an expensive undertaking, especially for a novice entrepreneur, so it is recommended to organize such a visit only after a few months of work and only with the money earned.

Experts advise saving up to 20% of earnings from each operation to a business development fund and direct this money to travel, organizing negotiations with Chinese manufacturers and expanding your own business.

Where to go in China:

to exhibitions (Shanghai International Spring Exhibition, Beijing Exhibition, Shenzhen Exhibition, etc.);
to fairs (Canton Fair, etc.);
to manufacturers interested in direct cooperation;
for themed sales.

It is quite difficult to track these events on your own, therefore, again, at first you will have to use the services of consultants.

It is believed that the most valuable advice that the pros can give to beginners is not to be afraid to start! But this advice does not work well if you don’t really know where to start. Therefore, we have put together a few business recommendations on what you need to do to feel confident in the market from the very first steps:

order a marketing research on the group of goods that you want to trade (the view of a third-party specialist will expand the scope of your ideas about the business that you plan to do);
take a motivational training specifically on Chinese business topics;
find a like-minded person on online platforms (forums, social networks, offline);
approach each of your transactions as if it were the work of your whole life (carefully study suppliers, demand from them all the necessary documents for the goods, stipulate delivery dates in detail, study the calendar of Chinese holidays, etc.);
always be prepared for the fact that your partners may turn out to be dishonest (do not fall into total distrust and paranoia, but it is always necessary to stipulate the conditions for exiting a failed transaction in advance);
form a reserve fund (at least 10% of profitable operations);
from the first purchase, keep your own advanced statistics (the more accounting positions you track and analyze, the more deliberate your every market entry will be).

Classic Beginner Mistakes

Here are three main mistakes that prevent newcomers from starting a business with China on their own:

Lack of a business plan. This is not only about financial performance, but also about the fact that any business undertaking should have a goal. The best goal for a startup is to increase the turnover, register your own company and expand the scope of your business.
Lack of specific deadlines (if you are looking for start-up capital, then a specific deadline must be set - no more than six months, but preferably three months).
Unwillingness to learn new things. The business technology market every six months gives out modernized formulas for successful sales, if you do not study and use this information, you will not be able to compete adequately in your niche.

Unfortunately, universities, colleges and academies do not teach the intricacies of organizing business supplies from China. Yes, in academic institutions you can get basic knowledge of economics, logistics, financing, etc., but you need to gain practical experience on your own.

Or you can pay successful practitioners to share their work. Today, several well-known specialists work in the field of training in trade with China:

Dmitry Kovpak;
Evgeny Guryev and Vasily Noginov;
Alexander Martynov.

All trainers conduct online training, publish books, and also engage in individual counseling.

The average cost of a book is about 500 rubles, an online course is about 10,000 rubles, and individual counseling is about $200 per month.

Before you buy a subscription to a course or arrange for consultations, read the book written by the trainer. The material of the book will give you the opportunity to understand how well the author of the course is oriented in his business, whether he explains in detail to his clients the nuances of debugging a business and whether he is ready to share really successful schemes.

Define your resources

Correctly determining your starting positions is perhaps the first important step towards building a business strategy. If you overestimate your capabilities, you will quickly find yourself in the minuses, if you underestimate, it is highly likely that you will never reach a leadership position.

Is it possible to start a business with China without investment

Of course, it is possible to organize a business without investments at all, but with such a start, it will take you a very long time to increase the turnover.

Yes, you can order two watches on Aliexpress for 300 rubles, wait for delivery for a month, and then resell them for 1000 rubles. With such a scale, your earnings per month will be 1.4 thousand rubles. In order to earn 30 thousand rubles on the same watch, it is necessary to ensure a turnover twenty times more.

If you want to organize a resale business without investments, you should understand that although you really don’t have to invest money in the purchase (since the entire purchase is made with customers’ money), you will still be promoting your site and collecting orders for your own money.

Even if, for example, you are an Internet marketing guru and you yourself can organize a powerful promotion of your project on the network, then in any case you will invest your efforts and time in this business - the resource that could be profitably sold to customers.

Yes, perhaps a few years ago, some active businessmen managed to make money “out of thin air”, but today the market for Chinese goods is very saturated, and in order to make money on it, you will have to give all your best.

How to define your niche in business

If you have a small starting capital, up to 1 thousand US dollars, and absolutely no experience as a reseller, then it is safest to trade goods with a purchase price in the range of 300 to 500 rubles. The advantage of doing this:

opportunity to receive bulk discounts;
in the middle price range, the risk of getting a product of very low quality is not so great;
large market.

Stay in this segment until you can invest up to 5 thousand dollars in purchases. With such investments, you can switch to higher quality goods and sell them not only through social networks and one-pagers, but also through shops and outlets in your city.

As for the choice of assortment, then trade in the product that you understand, that you feel and that you can evaluate as a specialist. You should know and be able to tell a lot of useful and interesting information about what you are trading. If you already have such a product in mind, start with it.

Efficient business models for trading Chinese goods

The main tasks of an entrepreneur who wants to do business on goods from China:

minimize the risk of purchasing unclaimed commodity items on the market;
cheap to buy a quality product;
cheaply and quickly deliver it to the end customer.

The ideal schema looks like this:

a reseller finds cheap goods in China;
attracts potential customers;
sets its own high margin;
collects orders;
makes a purchase from a Chinese manufacturer;
the manufacturer directly sends their purchases to customers;
Goods delivered to customers are of the right quality and on time.

The downside of this scheme is that it is very difficult to implement. However, you can get close to it. Moreover, there are a number of business models in the market today that bring the trade of Chinese goods as close as possible to an ideal intermediary scheme.

This model is for entrepreneurs who want to start a business with China from scratch. Within the framework of this project, the maximum that you can do is to receive wholesale discounts from suppliers for single purchases. Chinese manufacturers give wholesale discounts from 20% to 50%.

To implement this model, you need to find partners who also want to save on volume discounts. It is best to look for co-customers for a joint purchase on local forums or in regional social network groups.

You can arrange a face-to-face meeting with partners from your city, make sure they are trustworthy, and thereby minimize the risk of fraud.

There is no need to worry that, by organizing a joint supply to one city, the partners thereby create competitors for themselves with their own hands.

If the product is really worthwhile, in any case, you can sell it quickly and at a good price.

It is almost impossible to organize retail dropshipping from China, especially at the initial stage of business development with minimal investment. And that's why.

The dropshipping scheme assumes that the manufacturer himself organizes delivery to customers, and the dropshipper acts only as an intermediary (looking for customers for the manufacturer and giving him delivery addresses).

The functionality of purchasing Chinese sites (Aliexpress, Alibaba, Taobao, etc.) does not allow any other delivery, except to the address of the buyer.

But if you still consider the idea of dropshipping to be the most attractive for you, you can purchase a ready-made online store operating on a franchise of Chinese marketplaces.

Such franchises are traded today by the same Aliexpress, Taobao, Alibaba. The essence of the franchise is that a Russian entrepreneur buys a ready-made showcase site that hosts goods from Chinese manufacturers, promotes this site, promotes its advertising and forms orders to China through his showcase.

The cost of such a site is from 1 thousand dollars.

Wholesale

Wholesale of Chinese goods is a less risky business than buying a showcase site. The wholesaler's task is to find the most profitable product and then sell wholesale lots to smaller retail outlets.

This scheme can be implemented with business experience, official registration as a business entity and a purchase capital of at least 300 thousand rubles. With such a purchase, you can get good wholesale discounts.

The advantage of this scheme is that you will not have to spend time on retail sales. Having invested in a large wholesale and sold all the goods in one go, the entrepreneur gets the opportunity to accelerate the turnover of goods. By investing 300 thousand rubles and scrolling them three times in two months, you can earn a million rubles.

The complexity of this scheme is the search for reliable small wholesale customers. Usually, at first they agree to a deal, but when you need to make money for the goods, they begin to doubt and refuse to cooperate.

To prevent this scenario, immediately conclude sales contracts with your customers and take an advance from them. Then even in case of refusal you will be able to minimize your risk.

Search for business partners

You can look for partners in China when your business is officially registered, focused on foreign economic activity and has a turnover of at least one million rubles a month. This result can be achieved in two months of active work, provided that you started the business from scratch.

Partners can perform the following tasks:

help the Chinese manufacturer comply with the terms of delivery (partner-consultant);
set up the production of products to order (you agree with the Chinese manufacturer that he manufactures the goods especially for you);
produce goods for you (according to your specifications and under your trademark).

Finding a conscientious assistant in China is not at all easy. But if you have found it, then consider that you have taken the lead in the competition.

Assistant Partner

Most often they work independently or on behalf of a large consulting company. Contacts of two or three consultants in China can be obtained from companies that organize business trips to China. But in any case, you need to look for these contacts at the stage when you no longer want to be limited to purchases in online stores and you have a desire to make a business proposal to Chinese manufacturers.

What can a Russian merchant offer to a Chinese one:

an interesting idea in a cheap execution;
a good percentage of the sale of a batch of finished products;
redemption of draft blanks (with their subsequent refinement already in Russia).

The difficulty is that at the stage of developing an idea, you not only do not know the Chinese language, but also do not have up-to-date information about:

what is the unit cost of the product produced in the Chinese shop;
how much raw materials and resources cost;
how really new and relevant your idea is.

The answers to these and a number of other important questions will be given to you by a business consultant in China. He will also compile a list of the most reliable manufacturers with a good reputation and organize the most convenient way to deliver goods to Russia.

To make sure that your assistant really fulfills his obligations in good faith, at the stage of pre-contractual negotiations, ask him for the contacts of his clients, who can give recommendations.

Supplier search

If you plan to switch to wholesale purchases in China as soon as possible, you need to look for a reliable supplier from the first days of work.

Even making small purchases on Aliexpress, enter into business negotiations with sellers for further cooperation. Yes, it is likely that 80% of your negotiations will fail, but even having three reliable suppliers will allow you to establish a profitable business.

Look for large manufacturers with about 1,000 employees. Cooperation with such companies is the least risky and more promising in terms of developing your own business reputation.

The disadvantage of cooperation with a large company is that the purchase price of the goods is higher than in small workshops that use cheap labor and outdated equipment.

To check whether your Chinese partner (intermediary, manufacturer) deserves trust, test it according to the following checklist:

Own website (in Chinese and English).
Date of creation of the site and information about its owners. This information can be verified using special identifying services (one of these services is http://whois.domaintools.com).
Unhindered provision of company registration documents.
Link in correspondence to business contacts.
The fact that the counterparty does not hide the address of the production facilities (and you can check it on the map).
The payment term is the counterparty's bank account.
The absence of the company in the black lists of scammers.
Willingness to provide product samples.
The willingness of the counterparty to provide you with an invitation to apply for a business visa (even if you do not plan to travel to China yet, ask about the possibility of assistance from that party in obtaining your entry documents).
Information about the supplier on the Internet. Use Google search, check all the data that you know (company name, legal and email address, contact names, etc.).

And, it goes without saying, before buying, you need to carefully study the reviews of real buyers about goods and about the manufacturer on electronic trading platforms.

Where and how to buy goods in China wholesale and retail

Alibaba, 1688 and Taobao sites are designed for wholesale deliveries from China, and Aliexpress for retail deliveries.

Taobao and 1688 only provide information in Chinese. Aliexpress is now available in many languages of the world, including Russian.

Despite the fact that many Chinese online buying experts claim that it is almost impossible to find a high-margin product for resale online today, these conclusions are not entirely true.

Yes, today it is much more difficult to open a super-profitable business than it was five or seven years ago (even on the American Amazon, some groups of goods are sold at the same prices as in China). But, for comparison, if the average retail margin for goods of Russian manufacturers is 50%, then the minimum markup for goods purchased on Chinese wholesale sites is 100%.

And then, the prospects for working with the Chinese are much more attractive than with a Russian manufacturer, because with an increase in turnover and long-term cooperation, Chinese companies are ready to double or even triple discounts on their goods, and a domestic manufacturer is unlikely to agree to such concessions.

A little about the psychology of Chinese businessmen

As already mentioned, we do not understand the mentality of Asian peoples, their laws and business customs, so the most reliable way to start a business in China is to cooperate with a business consultant. But if it is not possible to pay for the services of such a specialist (approximately 300 US dollars per month), then you must learn to navigate the specifics of building relationships with Chinese partners on your own. And here are some rules:

Learn English and at least start learning Chinese.
Be always friendly, calm, but never take a word.
From the very beginning of building joint plans, demonstrate your professionalism and seriousness of business intentions (study the documents in detail, make your suggestions and adjustments, be attentive to the little things).
Be open to partners (provide all your registration documents), but do not devote to your future business plans (in case of questions, it is better to prepare some clear and simple wording without details).
Ask the Chinese for advice, but follow these tips with extreme caution, as the Chinese are very fond of "poking fun" at the Europeans (this step will allow you to better understand whether you are dealing with a prankster or a really conscientious partner).
Fix all agreements on paper, and first consult with a lawyer about how a legitimate contract should look like under Chinese law.

We start our successful business

The most responsible moment for a businessman is to find a product , which suits both the price, the quality, and the terms of delivery. If you found one, then consider that very soon your small business will turn into a large profitable project.

What goods you can earn on - TOP-10 goods from China

First of all, look for something new and not yet promoted in Runet among the following product groups:

pet supplies;
goods for children (literally all positions, from diapers to bicycles);
inexpensive haberdashery;
auto accessories.

Benefits of trading in these product groups:

they are in demand all year round;
cyclical demand (even if immediately after the purchase you did not sell the entire batch, it is highly likely that in a couple of months the demand for this product will become active again);
long shelf life;
the possibility of selling through offline points with a higher margin.

By purchasing a batch of such goods for 30 thousand rubles, you can earn at least 50 thousand rubles.

30 cent goods from China for resale

Goods with a purchase price of up to 20 rubles apiece sell very well in markets, stalls and supermarkets. Such purchases are best made by entrepreneurs who already have their own retail outlets and want to diversify their assortment.

The most popular product in this category:

car chargers,
liquid lipstick,
disposable tattoo,
cases for keys and credit cards made of eco-leather,
hairpins and jewelry,
key rings and cases for headphones,
magnets and silicone bracelets.

The average cost of goods purchased at 20 rubles per item in the market is at least 100 rubles. The wholesale selling price is about 60 rubles per piece.

So it turns out that by purchasing a batch of 200 thousand rubles (10 thousand pieces), the entrepreneur will immediately earn 400 thousand rubles. And this is a real business that is spinning today in every city and small town.

New ideas

Promoting new ideas of Chinese light industry in Russia is a profitable business, but very risky. They can be dealt with only after gaining experience in the Russian and Chinese markets.

But if you still want to promote such a new idea, then it’s better to do it not through online stores, where buyers come for goods they already know, but through landing pages and one-pagers. The format of such sites allows you to comprehensively advertise a new product, acquaint visitors with feedback from product owners and give maximum other useful information about the product.

Edible in small containers

One of the novelties of the Chinese market is small snack sets in colorful and convenient small containers. Such a set may consist of dried fruits, a tea or coffee bag, snacks, etc.

It is best to sell sets in bulk for gas station chains, supermarkets, pharmacies, drogerie stores.

The cost of such containers is from 100 to 500 rubles per purchase. You can sell them at double markup.

For a fur coat - to China!

You can make a business on fur coats only if you understand natural furs and can appreciate the quality of tailoring, and also if you have the opportunity to personally go to the Middle Kingdom, select the product yourself and arrange its delivery with a reliable carrier. In this case, you will be able to sell each fur coat for three times the purchase price (on average, fur coats that are sold in China for 1,000 US dollars cost 3,000 US dollars in Russia).

Almost all types of fur and the most popular models are represented on the Chinese market.

Product packaging

Another profitable idea, the essence of which is the purchase of bulk batches of semi-finished products in China and their subsequent packaging in Russia. In this format, you can trade Chinese tea, seeds, nuts, etc.

Packing material can also be purchased from Chinese manufacturers.

On average, earnings on such operations are up to 200% of the cost of the initial purchase.

Test purchase and markup determination

This is an obligatory stage for which you do not need to spare either time or effort. Order 10 units of a product and offer it to retailers for evaluation. If the product is relevant and in demand, retail itself will offer a good small wholesale price.

Yes, with such a scheme, there is a danger that while the main product is on sale, the retail buyer with whom you discussed sales options will find another seller or lose interest in your product. But this is your task as an entrepreneur: to stipulate all the terms of delivery so that your partners do not refuse their obligations.

Popular goods from China: is it profitable to trade them + 3 online platforms with suppliers + TOP-10 product categories.

If you decide to engage in trade, then you probably want to know what are the popular products from China.

But it is impossible to give an unambiguous answer to this question, because sales affect all aspects of our lives, and what one buyer needs is not at all interesting to another.

It is also worth considering that it will not always allow you to determine the popularity of goods, since they all have different costs and margins.

Why is it profitable to trade goods from China?

The stereotype that everything made in China is poor quality and defective is beginning to lose its strength.

In recent years, one can notice a trend towards the fact that manufactured goods (including fakes) have become better and more expensive. But still their cost remains more affordable. Even deciding to purchase something for yourself in a single copy directly from China, you can save a lot.

What makes goods from China stand out from the rest:

Low cost

Since the goods are produced in large quantities, and their deliveries are established around the world, the cost price is quite low. And given the fact that in the end they are sold with a margin of up to 300%, it is quite profitable to trade popular goods from China.

Wide range of products

It is probably easier to list what is not produced in China. Therefore, any entrepreneur can find those products that he will be interested in selling.

Availability and well-established delivery schemes

Not a problem, moreover, you can get in touch with them remotely, so you don’t even have to go to this country. Of course, there are many risks associated with this, but before cooperation, you can familiarize yourself with samples of goods.

You also need to find a logistician who will live in China. He will take over some of the duties of checking, packing and shipping the goods.

Thus, you only need to find reliable suppliers and set up trade - open a stationary store or an online store and make yourself known.

You can even create your own brand if you wish. Certain products will be produced under your name and logo. You will be required to promote your business and develop an advertising campaign to make yourself known.

Why are buyers willing to buy popular Chinese products from us?

It's no secret that you can order the item you like directly from China. Then the question arises: why trade in popular goods from China?

And there are several reasons for this:

Time saving

Not all buyers are ready to wait for an order for several weeks or even months, many are willing to pay for the goods to be in their hands a few days later.

Reluctance to look for something yourself

Again, not many Internet users can independently search for a product that suits them, view reviews and study seller ratings. Some of them will prefer to pay extra, but get the most understandable and complete information in Russian.

Availability

Not everyone can cross the psychological barrier and decide to order goods directly from China.

Many people prefer to shop locally, and this also applies to stationary stores and online shopping, where you can pay in cash or cash on delivery.

In addition, many appreciate live communication, when you can call a consultant or contact the seller to clarify the details of interest.

Thus, all the work on the search, description and shooting of goods is carried out by you. By the way, the last point is very important, as buyers are interested in how the product looks live.

And you include all your work in the margin, for which buyers are still willing to pay, which once again confirms the profitability of trading in popular goods from China.

3 large online platforms with suppliers of goods from China

And before moving on to an overview of the top most popular products from China, let's go through the popular online platforms with suppliers:

https://www.aliexpress.com

Everyone has heard of this site. Here you can buy anything. Due to the fall of the ruble, many goods here have ceased to be budget, but still many people continue to buy goods here.

The undoubted advantage is free shipping, which applies to most goods, the Russian language, the ability to communicate with the seller and bargain with him.

https://russian.alibaba.com

This site is designed for small and large wholesale, that is, it is a vivid example of an intermediary working on B2B principles. Before you need to pay attention to the status of the seller, the presence of a good website, as well as a retail store.

https://www.lightinthebox.com

A large Asian hypermarket with a wide range and decent quality of goods. There is a multilingual support service, the ability to pay for an order in several currencies (including rubles), but delivery is paid, and prices are an order of magnitude higher than in other inmags.

The most popular goods from China: TOP 10 categories

1. Electronic gadgets and accessories for them.

The crisis has left its mark on the purchasing power of many citizens of our country, so the demand for electronic gadgets from China has grown. Most of them are distinguished by a reasonable price and a good “stuffing”, but still there is a “more expensive” category, which is also popular among technology lovers.

So, these include:

smartphones and tablets;
memory drives;
wired and wireless headphones;
smart watch;
fitness trackers;
media players.

As for the first option, Asian versions of gadgets are cheaper, but then you have to take care of the global firmware yourself. Or you can immediately purchase international versions of smartphones.

Before ordering a large batch of gadgets, start by testing a few copies, take them to a service center to make sure they are of good quality.

Separately or additionally, you can trade various accessories: covers, protective glasses and films, portable batteries. In any case, the output from such sales will, of course, be subject to their competent organization.

2. Small household appliances.

Electronic gadgets are followed by small household appliances. These popular products from China include electric kettles, coffee makers, juicers, blenders, and food processors. This can also include various gadgets for the "smart home" - climate stations, cleaning robots, video surveillance.

Chinese manufacturers follow trends and new technologies, so you can always offer customers relevant products at affordable prices.

But, as in the first case, investments in the business will be impressive, because you need to provide customers with a wide range of goods.

3. Clothes, shoes and accessories.

Fakes and replicas of well-known brands are in demand, but in this case, you should indicate this when reselling goods and choose quality copies. But you can go the other way - follow fashion trends and look for clothing and footwear options that match them.

Since many sellers resell this category of goods, both in stationary showrooms and on the Internet, order small quantities of the most popular items and test your business so that you can then proceed to larger purchases.

4. Goods for the home.

The Chinese market is distinguished by a variety of home goods that can be matched to any interior style and season. This includes various decor, bedding, textiles, hobby items, and garden accessories.

You can stop at one category of goods or cover most of the range.

Investing in a business will depend on what you choose to deal with. Relatively little capital will be needed to trade in small decor items: garlands, frames, wall stickers, artificial flowers.

5. Pet supplies.

Most of the pet products are made in China, but we sell them at a hefty markup, although some items may cost a few dollars to purchase.

What will be in constant demand are toys for pets, brushes, rugs, beds and pillows.

But goods with a maximum markup, such as costumes, unusual collars, houses, have a maximum markup, since such purchases are approached more deliberately.

Do not be lazy and look for something that is not offered in other stores in order to stand out from their background and thereby win over customers.

6. Office.

High-quality and stylish stationery has always been in demand. At any time of the year (you can not even talk about the eve of the school year) people buy notebooks, pens, pencils, sketchbooks.

But now diaries (of which there are a lot in China), multi-colored adhesive tapes, stickers, and stickers are especially popular.

You can also trade in items for artists - brushes, paints, easels, which are inferior in price to European copies.

7. Goods for sports and recreation.

Sports and outdoor activities are now in vogue. These two categories of popular goods from China stand side by side, so if you decide to open a store, you can combine them, thereby controlling the level of sales.

For example, in autumn and winter, many people buy sports equipment, and before summer, tents, backpacks, and barbecues are extremely popular.

As a rule, the sizes of goods are small and medium, which significantly reduces the cost of delivery of goods, and on some sites where you can order small lots, it is completely free.

8. Lighting items.

Another important category of the most popular products from China is lighting items: chandeliers, night lamps, table lamps, decorative garlands, LED lamps.

As a rule, the purchase cost of small items is not large, and delivery will not be expensive either, so doing such a business is quite profitable. Again, do not forget that most of these products are made in China, so buying them from there is the most profitable option.

In addition, buyers always want to check the light bulbs and diodes in operation, so as not to purchase defective goods.

9. Crockery and kitchen utensils.

Most of the products in this category that we see on store shelves come from China. Here you can find everything - from silicone molds to expensive pots and dinner sets.

Various fashionable water bottles and devices that make our lives easier (cup teapots, food-grade silicone, decorative cutting knives) can be purchased directly from China.

And here such a moment is important that many people prefer to find all sorts of little things in the place, rather than ordering via the Internet and waiting for a small parcel for several weeks, which, moreover, can be lost along the way (and this is a fairly common occurrence).

What are the most popular products from China?

In this video you will learn about the TOP 5 cheapest and most popular things:

10. Furniture.

And finally, we left the most interesting ...

Probably, many will be surprised, but China is by far the leader in the production of furniture. Many eminent companies moved here, and this did not affect the quality of the furniture produced.

Selling furniture from the Middle Kingdom is quite profitable and interesting, despite the fact that the niche may seem busy. From there you can carry a variety of specimens, which we simply do not have.

But in this case, looking for suppliers via the Internet is quite risky, because the investments in the business are huge.

In the province of Guangdong, namely in the city of Foshan, there is the largest wholesale center where furniture tours are organized. At the exhibitions, you can personally see the samples and directly order the furniture you are interested in.

The time of its production and delivery will take about one and a half months, and the amount of prepayment is often 30% of the total order value.

In one article it is difficult to fully cover all the most popular products from China, because it's easier to list what is unprofitable to buy here.

Manufacturers from the Celestial Empire always follow the latest fashion trends, “peep” the secrets at branded factories, and implement cheaper options, which are in great demand in our country as a result.

You are required to find goods with acceptable quality at the best prices and sell them, thereby building your own profitable business.

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Subject "Business with China" the Internet is gaining momentum! Every day there are many websites, blogs and simply information products dedicated to this topic. Our eastern neighbor has always attracted with its mystery and centuries-old history. Now Chinese business has been added to this list. Just as mysterious. But, like China itself, business with the Celestial Empire is promising, showing constant growth and, which is typical, is striving for Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. Why not take advantage of this?

Your favorite project website constantly pleases you with popular business ideas. From various areas of human life and entrepreneurship. Also, we have not bypassed this topic -. In terms of information, it has a scale and breadth, which we share with you when we describe another Chinese business idea.

Therefore, traditionally, in May-June we review the most popular business ideas from China. Sit back and, in express mode, briefly, in 40 minutes, get acquainted with the most wonderful articles on the topic of Chinese business. By the way, if you read all the business ideas carefully, then you will become a real expert in this field. And you can sell your knowledge!

In the first place, as our regular readers already know, is perhaps the most popular series on the Internet about business with China - Ideas for business with China.

1.

Overview of Chinese online stores, recommendations on where you can safely and quite honestly buy goods from China for resale. Valuable advice - what to buy, and how, and to whom to serve it later. The statistics speak for themselves. More than 100 thousand people got acquainted with this cycle, literally in a short time. And, surprisingly, the material does not lose its relevance. Do not wait, hurry up, as you know - there is nothing more valuable than new knowledge. Especially the free ones.

2.

Dropshipping from China is one of the popular start-up forms of business with China. Almost all cases and examples of successful “Chinese” business are built on its basis. The essence is simple - we buy goods in China, sell to those who wish - at retail or wholesale.

The scheme can be built in such a way that the intermediary will not have physical contact with the consignment at all. After all, the Internet works wonders. Through it, you can search for both suppliers and buyers. Linking them together. Not forgetting to embed yourself in this chain, as an intermediary. And earn on the simple movement of goods! This business idea goes well with.

3.

Everything is very simple. List of the most popular product niches, products from which are profitable to sell in Russia and other countries. The list turned out to be very large and voluminous and has not lost its relevance. It remains only to choose a niche in which you are most fully versed and start making money in it. The list is built in such a way that any person, even without expert knowledge, can find information in it.

4.

A small and easy guide to start your business in China. We reveal the features of this business, the form and principle of organization.

Without this knowledge, your business with China will not be as complete as you would like. By the way, this article tells the whole truth about webinars that promise you Chinese earnings with a margin of up to 500%. We strongly recommend that you study it.

5.

A separate review of some Chinese goods and a number of profitable niches for small and operational trade. Suitable for beginners who want to learn business with China.

After all, any successful path is built on mistakes and the study of past achievements. Without understanding this, it is impossible to build success in the future. This article, like no other, shows this path and ways to achieve results in the future.

6.

By the way, any Chinese business is built on this principle. What you undoubtedly already learned from the first articles of this TOP.

Fermentation litter allows you to reduce costs and improve the quality of livestock in closed areas. Its advantages sell themselves, you just need to have it in time in full demand. And earn on it!

7.

High margin goods— the most delicious and sought-after goods for those who do business with China. Everyone who is more or less engaged in such business is engaged in the search for these goods. High-margin goods promise big profits even from the minimum first wholesale lot, and if you import and sell 3-5 lots, there will be enough money for many years to come. This article discusses the concept of the approach to such a product. A must to study.

8.

Seven business ideas with the Chinese site Alibaba.com. This platform is an intermediary between Chinese businessmen and other entrepreneurs from all over the world. On Alibaba you can find everything in bulk. And what is not there yet, it will definitely appear in the coming days. Seriously! Almost all experienced entrepreneurs who make money on a product have an account on this site.

Therefore, those who dream of starting a business with China on wholesale lots, those who want to find Chinese manufacturers, those who need a production line from Chinese equipment - they will definitely find what they are looking for on Alibaba. An indicator of the site's popularity is the fact that Russian companies that manufacture goods in China have opened their representative offices there. Therefore, if you still doubted Chinese entrepreneurs, try starting a business with compatriots. And Alibaba, in this case, will act as an independent guarantor of the deal.

9.

Complementing a previous business idea. A little practice on how to buy on Alibaba: searching for a product, choosing a supplier, features of buying and delivering goods to you.

We analyze examples of how to choose the right sellers, what you should pay attention to, how to distinguish scammers (unfortunately, they are also there) from bona fide partners. The instruction is suitable for both small and medium-sized businesses.

10.

"Small" Chinese goods have always enjoyed well-deserved popularity. It is very cheap, even a huge batch will cost a modest budget. At the same time, it weighs very little and takes up little space.

For example, inflatable products from China, which beat all indicators of popularity on our Internet. Practice shows that even a batch of 10 thousand items can easily fit on an average balcony in 5 boxes. What's it like?

Therefore, the site could not bypass this niche and presents you with a list of 30-cent goods, that is, goods that cost within $0.3, with sales figures. It will help you make up your own mind about what to buy in China, with the subsequent profitable resale at home.

11.

Nothing extra. Just a list of 10 popular Chinese products. Which sells extremely well in China. And it is bought all over the world.

That is, we have done a great job for you. We studied and selected from a variety of Chinese goods exactly what people need. Believe us, the assortment of goods in China is 10 times more than the inhabitants. And this number is increasing every day. So here you are - a saucer with a blue border. Of course, if you understand what we are talking about.

12.

Infobusiness is a new word about a long-forgotten old one. This word - education. If you know or become an expert on Chinese business (that is, as we said above, you have studied our material), you can easily teach everyone about business with China. You have everything for this, and what you don’t - you will find a description of this in this business idea.

Bonus idea: earn on cashback from China

This is not even a business idea, but a life hack - how you can make money in China without doing business. It would seem a complicated condition, but the solution is quite compact and interesting.

Each of us, we are sure, have come across purchases on Aliexpress. Now you can earn money on purchases in this online hypermarket. It is enough to open a Tinkoff + Aliexpress credit card. Wow, credit! - you say, and you will be right in part. The interest-free loan term on the card is 55 days, that is, during this period it is necessary to replenish the card for the amount that was spent. But you were going to buy on Ali anyway, right? And the most important thing is that 5% of the purchase price is returned in points and can be spent again on purchases on Ali.

For example, if you buy something for $100, you get back $5. Few? Additionally, we register on the cashback service and get up to 15% of the purchase on top, that is, the same notorious cashback. The total return on a $100 purchase is $15+5. Very profitable.

How to make money on this? Invite all your friends and acquaintances to buy through you, post an ad, offer a discount of 5-10% off the standard price, and then your earnings will be 10% of the turnover, which can amount to several thousand rubles a month. Quite a good increase in salary for simply owning a card and registering on the service. Right?

Conclusion

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According to experts, the resale of goods is the easiest and, at the same time, the most profitable way to make money. It is especially profitable to sell Chinese goods, which are distinguished by low prices and quite acceptable quality. The most important thing is to find a manufacturer who will supply products on favorable terms for you. Business with China for resale without investment can be organized by anyone. How to do it right, we will discuss in this article.

Business without investments is real

Recently, many aspiring entrepreneurs are concerned about the question of how to do business with China without investment? The easiest way to make money is dropshipping. This is a very popular line of business that does not require start-up capital. Its essence lies in the establishment of direct deliveries of goods from the manufacturer to the buyer. This type of business appeared in our country relatively recently. It began to develop in parallel with online trading.

Let's take a closer look at all the subtleties and nuances of doing business with China without investments. For example, you have your own online store. A customer visits your site, places an order, and pays for their purchase. After that, you search partners from China for the product he needs, buy it at a lower price and send it to the client. The price difference is your profit. All that is required of you is to find a trusted partner. It is advisable to agree on cooperation with the manufacturer of the product. If you order goods for an amount not exceeding 1 thousand euros, you can not pay customs duties. Large orders require official registration and payment of all taxes.

One page website

Another option for those who want to organize a business with China for resale is a one-page website or, in other words, an online trading platform. Such a resource should have a stylish original design. In this case, you need to pay special attention to every detail.

Entrepreneurs go to different tricks to ensure that the user who visits the site must click the "buy" button. A single page website is great for promoting any product. According to statistics, products that are offered at a low price in a single copy are best sold. It is bought much more willingly than several items of goods with the same discount. As a rule, buyers are lost in front of a large assortment, so they can visit an online store and, as a result, buy nothing. On a one-page site, everything is simple, because it presents only one type of product with complete information.

To open such a business with China without investment, you need to choose popular products that are in great demand among consumers. It is desirable that it be some kind of unique product. It is clear that TVs or refrigerators are unlikely to interest buyers, since in our time you can buy such equipment anywhere. Before you create a website, carefully consider its design and functionality. If you do not have knowledge in this area, seek help from specialists who will make you a high-quality Internet resource and fill it with unique content. In addition, you need to resolve the issue with the delivery of goods. In this case, you can use the services of a postal or courier service. If we are talking about some large cargo, agree on cooperation with a transport company.

What to trade?

Before starting a business with China, you must first decide. Production in the Middle Kingdom covers almost all market segments:

clothes;
Shoes;
Textile;
Medical equipment;
electronics;
Kids toys;
Industrial machines and production lines.

If you are not interested in reselling goods, you can find an interesting small business manufacturing idea from China and implement it in your country. Equipment for the enterprise is best ordered from Chinese manufacturers. China offers any construction, woodworking or packaging equipment, equipment for sewing shops, car services and more. Chinese manufacturers will organize the delivery of equipment, train staff and tell you how to organize production in a small room. In addition, they provide a guarantee for the maintenance and repair of purchased equipment.

branded items

Another profitable business idea from China is the resale of branded items. Many well-known brands have moved their production to China. These are all kinds of companies that produce:

clothes;
household appliances;
Watch;
Computers and more.

Cheap labor makes it possible to implement any ideas of small business in China without any problems. Take Nike sportswear as an example. Despite the fact that this is a well-known American brand, almost all of its products are made in China. Of course, the company strictly controls the quality of its products, which is a guarantee that you are buying a really good product. By hiring the Chinese, Nike significantly reduced the cost of production and, accordingly, increased its income.

Communication and communications

Beginners often ask the question, how to start a business with China? At the stage of formation, the most important thing is to formulate an offer that will interest the buyer. Therefore, do not immediately put too high prices. When your outlet starts to prosper, the rates can be gradually increased. At the initial stage, try to save as much as possible on advertising. Products can be promoted absolutely free of charge on thematic forums or in social networks. In order to conduct an effective advertising campaign without investment, you need free time and your imagination. In addition, in the process of self-promotion, you can find out the preferences of your audience and, based on the results, create a suitable assortment. Do not abuse discounts as they reduce your income. If the product is in demand on the market, it will be bought at the price you set.

The most popular Chinese marketplaces

To implement new business ideas from China in 2018, you need to find a reliable supplier. In principle, it is possible to establish cooperation with several sellers who supply goods, both wholesale and retail. Consider some of the most popular online stores that offer customers free delivery of goods:

AliExpress. This is one of the largest Chinese Internet resources where customers from all over the world make purchases. Here, buyers can safely purchase any product, since the money is transferred to the seller after the client confirms the quality of the purchased products;
BuyInCoins. This site has a wide range of products. Promotions are often held here, within which you can purchase goods on favorable terms. Prices on this trading platform are about a third lower than in other online stores. In addition, you can find discount coupons on the Internet that allow you to purchase goods on BuyInCoins for another 5-8 percent cheaper.

Organizational moments

Beginners often ask how to organize their business from scratch with China? As mentioned above, the easiest way is to open your own online store. If you do not understand anything in web technologies, you will have to pay money to developers for the creation and promotion of your electronic trading platform.

How much money do you need to start a business with China?

Chinese goods can also be resold through ordinary stores. The easiest way to implement a business idea for selling goods from China is to rent an outlet in a supermarket. You can also organize the sale of products through social networks. For example, your page in Vkontakte may resemble an online store, but it does not require any financial investments. This is a great option for people who are looking for. To increase sales, you can hold various contests and sweepstakes. For example, a person who reposted to their page can win an inexpensive gadget. As a result, you will be able to attract a large target audience to your product. As a rule, any new business ideas from China bring a good income, so your business will prosper.

How to start a business with China, starting from scratch and without investments? How to make money on the resale of Chinese goods and what is better to sell? How to find suppliers and intermediaries?

Hello dear friends! Welcome to the founder of the HeatherBober magazine, Alexander Berezhnov!

It's no secret that many people made their first million by reselling goods from China.

In this article, I will reveal all the chips about doing business with China from "A" to "Z", we will analyze the advice of experts and consider the most effective and profitable business models.

So far, this niche is relatively free: if you decide to start your own business and don’t know what to choose, it’s time to turn your attention towards the East.

Let's get it right, friends!

1. Business on goods from China - is it possible to start a business from scratch

Chinese-made products make up a significant share of the entire global market. In Russia about 60-80% light industry goods is represented by Chinese consumer goods. Modern Chinese products are no longer as handicraft and low-quality as they were 20 years ago: goods have become more functional and durable, they look much better.

Even if you have never been involved in sales and are familiar with Chinese goods only from a consumer point of view, no one and nothing can prevent you from starting a business with China and acquiring a new (and very profitable) source of income.

In this area, without making extra efforts (and without even leaving home) you can earn from 50 000 rubles every month and at the same time have time for life and rest.

Today, only the lazy does not do business with China. Business with China for resale without investments (well, or almost without them) is relatively simple and accessible to everyone with basic knowledge and business skills. You don't have to be a trade school or business school graduate to understand how the market works.

In fact, the scheme of work with China comes down to three points:

find goods in China as cheaply as possible;
deliver it to the Russian Federation;
sell at a premium.

Do not rush to object "but what about customs, certificates, document flow, taxes?". Below we will consider this scheme and all related issues in more detail and in detail. Exactly narrow-minded skepticism - the main obstacle to any successful entrepreneurial activity.

The second hurdle is lack of necessary knowledge . With the advent of the Internet, information has become more accessible and practically free: an example of this is the article you are reading.

Trade is the most attractive field of activity for beginner businessmen. It is much easier than manufacturing: you just need to purchase goods from wholesale suppliers and sell them at retail prices. Learning to do business with China does not take much time, especially if a person has a desire and a goal.

So, if you have this same goal and a great desire, then you can build a business on goods from China in just 6 weeks.

And the expert in training in this area, verified by me, will help you get started.

I myself am already implementing this guy's chips in my business and they really work.

2. Chinese manufacturers are more profitable than any other

The interest of Russian business in Chinese goods is growing steadily. In China, they produce everything without which it is difficult to imagine the life of a modern person: clothes, cosmetics, accessories, household appliances, gadgets. Surely your apartment is full of things marked "Made in China".

Even 15-20 years ago, plastic Chinese products crumbled in the hands of the buyer, now the quality of goods from China is quite satisfactory, and sometimes excellent. The stereotype “Chinese means short-lived and miserable” has almost lost its relevance. Even iPhones and other expensive brands are now made in Chinese factories, as it is inexpensive due to cheaper labor.

This graph reflects the growth of China's trade relations with Russia in 2015-2016:

As you can see, the turnover is not small and it increases over time.

The quality of Chinese products is constantly growing, but prices (at least wholesale prices) are still low.

What conclusion can be drawn from these facts? Right: you can make good money on buying and reselling goods from the “Celestial Empire”.

Wholesale deliveries from China can become a reliable and constant source of profit.

Initial costs will be minimal if modern information technologies (meaning the Internet) are involved in the business. There are already hundreds of companies on the market that act as intermediaries in the delivery of goods from the manufacturer to the consumer: why not join the ranks of successful businessmen who receive stable incomes using a simple and understandable commercial scheme.

Benefits of doing business with China

We list the main advantages of working with China:

Low prices. When working with local (domestic) suppliers, the margin is usually 10-20% (in the most successful cases - 50%). Buying goods in China and selling them will bring you from 50% to 1000% markup. Cheap labor reduces the cost of production to a minimum.
Huge selection of goods. The range of Chinese goods is almost endless and limited only by your imagination. You can find absolutely everything in China, so you can fill your market niche with any kind of goods - say, an exclusive that has no analogues in the local market.
The focus of Chinese sellers is exclusively on sale. Due to competition and dumping, the Chinese value every client. They are in touch 24/7, you can start working with them with minimal lots, bargain, request free samples and models, photos and descriptions, and set favorable delivery terms. An experienced buyer knows how to reduce the purchase price to a minimum and conclude the most profitable contract.
Opportunity to purchase exclusive goods. As your business progresses, you can move on to bigger and more profitable deals. It is not necessary to work with intermediaries: you can establish direct contacts with the manufacturer and purchase goods of a specific brand that is poorly represented on the market.

Why is business with China profitable?

Firstly due to the modern pace of life. The buyer today values his time: he will not spend it on ordering and delivering goods from China, it is easier for him to place an order with you.
Secondly, not everyone will understand the variety of sites offering goods from China.

To understand the functionality, check the integrity of the seller, calculate the cost of the goods, taking into account the delivery, you need skills and knowledge. Most people will prefer to turn to domestic intermediaries operating through sites with simple and understandable terms of cooperation.

It is much easier for an ordinary buyer to choose a product on a Russian-language site: they always have the opportunity to call the seller or discuss the terms of interaction and delivery.

3. How to start a business with China - 10 easy steps from A to Z

Let's move on to practice and learn how to start a business with China from the first step.

Step 1. We study business models on goods from China

There are several proven and effective business models that you can use in the early stages of your entrepreneurial career:

dropshipping;
Joint purchases;
wholesale sales offline;
retail sales;
work through the online store.

Now more about each business model.

1) Dropshipping

Dropshipping- a method that allows you to start a business with virtually no investment. The essence of this model is extremely simple: you receive money from buyers, and then transfer the request for this product to a third-party supplier, who sends it to the buyer.

You get a percentage for mediation. At the same time, the client does not even realize that he is purchasing goods from someone else.

Your goal is to attract buyers, to convince them to buy goods from you. Intermediary commissions with this business model range from 30 to 500%. Agree, not the lowest profit in the absence of initial costs. At the same time, you do not need to worry that the goods you bought will lie in the warehouse for months - you redeem it only when you receive a specific order from the client, paying with his own money.

2) Joint purchases

Joint purchases- this is when several people join a group and buy goods from an official supplier.

The commercial idea of this event is to save money through bulk purchases. Another advantage of this option is the reduction in shipping costs. Usually the cost of transporting goods from China is much higher than the price of the product itself.