Steps to start: research products and market demand, find reliable suppliers (using agent), request and evaluate samples, negotiate terms and pricing, place trial order, arrange quality inspection, coordinate shipping and customs, evaluate results, and scale up. BSA GROUP guides first-time importers through every step providing expertise and risk mitigation.

Trade shows offer: face-to-face supplier meetings, product discovery, industry networking, market trend insights, and relationship building. Worth attending if: you have time/budget, need to meet many suppliers, launching new product lines, or building industry presence. BSA GROUP can attend on your behalf or accompany you providing translation and guidance.

Scale by: diversifying product lines, increasing order volumes, streamlining processes, building stronger supplier relationships, improving inventory management, expanding to new markets, leveraging technology, and investing in quality control. BSA GROUP supports business growth with scalable services, preferential pricing for volume, and strategic guidance.

Test products through: small sample orders, market testing with limited inventory, crowdfunding campaigns, pre-orders before bulk production, dropshipping initial sales, A/B testing different variants, and customer feedback collection. BSA GROUP facilitates test orders and provides quick turnaround for market validation.

Build relationships through: consistent communication, regular orders, prompt payments, clear expectations, mutual respect, understanding Chinese business culture, occasional visits, loyalty during slow periods, and win-win mentality. BSA GROUP manages supplier relationships on your behalf becoming your China office and relationship custodian.

Multiple suppliers: reduces risk, provides price competition, allows product diversity, and offers production flexibility. Single supplier: simplifies management, builds stronger relationships, may offer better pricing, and easier quality consistency. Most businesses use both strategies. BSA GROUP manages multiple supplier relationships efficiently.

Protect designs through: NDA agreements before disclosure, registering patents/trademarks in China, working with reputable suppliers, using unique components or packaging, conducting market monitoring, and legal action when necessary. BSA GROUP implements IP protection strategies and works with suppliers who respect intellectual property.

Tax implications include: import duties (product-specific rates), sales tax/VAT (collect and remit), income tax on profits, inventory tax (in some states/countries), and tax deductions for business expenses. Consult with accountants familiar with import/export. BSA GROUP provides documentation supporting your tax filing and compliance.

Manage seasonal demand through: forecasting based on historical data, placing orders 3-4 months ahead, using air freight for quick restock, maintaining safety stock levels, leveraging warehousing options, communicating forecasts with suppliers, and considering flexible production arrangements. BSA GROUP assists with demand planning and inventory optimization

BSA GROUP offers: comprehensive end-to-end services, transparent pricing and operations, established supplier networks across all major Chinese manufacturing regions, rigorous quality control processes, bilingual team with deep cultural understanding, access to better 1688.com pricing, customized solutions for businesses of all sizes, and long-term partnership approach focusing on your success and growth.