The Basics
Common Pitfalls When Sourcing from China
- Carson Block, China Primer
The following are the most common problems that arise when purchasing from China. Doing Business in China for Dummies chapter 12 has a more comprehensive discussion of each problem and potential solutions.
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Sourcing in China: Factory vs. Trading Company?
- Carson Block, China Primer
When sourcing from China, many buyers debate whether to buy direct from factories, or to buy through a trading company. The primary attraction of buying from a factory is that you may be able to negotiate better prices without having a middleman. However, this is not always the case – some trading companies can save money if they do significant volume with a given factory.
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