Why should you import goods from China to the US?
import goods from China to the US
Many
businesses choose to import from China. It has proven to be a successful
venture for many, but international shipping is often confusing and difficult
for new importers. Many new importers often run into delays, fees, and
fluctuating costs. Despite the woes of international shipping, China is used so
frequently and has been so successful for many. So if you’re a new importer,
why should you choose China?
Here
is a very short summary of why importers choose China.
Affordable Items
Unlike
other countries, China is much more affordable to import from. Many products
imported from China are made and sold for a much cheaper price. Many people
choose to import toys, shoes, clothes, and other items from China because of
their reduced price, and those are the people who have found success. However,
if you are looking to import brand name items, although many of those are made
in China, the US sells and imports them for about 20% cheaper.
Reliable & Trusted suppliers
Once
you’ve decided on the items that you want to import, you’ll need to find a
reliable company to purchase and import from. Ideally, you go about this
slowly, attending Chinese trade shows, and meeting potential suppliers face to
face. But this is obviously time consuming and can get expensive.
Although
this is the best way to get in depth knowledge, it is not the only way. Many
Chinese suppliers live in the US and can be found at US trade shows. Attending
US trade shows that have Chinese suppliers is an easy way to find the perfect
supplier and manufacturer for you without having to go abroad while you are shipping
from China to USA.
In
addition to attending US trade shows, you can find many great
manufacturers and suppliers online. A lot of companies are turning to the
Internet in order to save time and money. Online orders can be placed from
anywhere quickly. If you’re worried about finding trustworthy sites, here are
some that other businesses frequently use: Global Sources, Made in China,
Alibaba, Ali Express, and DHGate.
Shipping Methods
China
uses three main shipping methods: express, sea and air. All offer wonderful
benefits and all depend on the amount and weight of items you are shipping.
For
freight weighing between 1-1,000 pounds, use express shipping. This is a door
to door service that is a cheaper and quicker way to ship. Most items
shipped this way arrive between 3-7 days, depending on the company used, the
items shipped, the weight of the items and the amount shipped. Express shipping
charges you on the weight of the items shipped, so this is best used for
smaller purchases. Chinese companies will help you ship through express, making
everything quick and simple.
Air
shipping is just a fast as express in terms of getting your items out of China
and into the US, but it is best suited for freights weighing more than 1,000
pounds. For air you’ll need a freight forwarder which can sometimes slow down
the time it takes to receive your items. Companies will charge a flat rate on
your items shipped by air. Again, consider the items you are shipping. To find
a freight forwarder based out of the US, you can easily search for a great
options on the Internet. If you are worried about the time that will take, or
just don’t want to deal with finding one on your own, you can ask your Chinese
manufacturing company to find a Chinese
freight forwarder for
you.
Sea
shipping works best for large companies importing 2CBM or more of goods. Sea is
the cheapest option available, but it is also the slowest. Sea shipping takes
20-40 days to get to the US. Again it will depend on the freight forwarder used
to know when you’ll receive those items. Those living on the East Coast of the
US can expect longer wait times with sea shipping.
Summary
Quick,
easy, affordable. These are just a few reasons why shipping from China to
US has been so successful. Many companies love the ease of shipping and
the affordable prices for goods and shipping. Plus finding companies has been
increasingly easier in the Internet Age.
