Importing from China to Europe, from a real importer.
Practical lessons from my own Alibaba orders: finding suppliers, working out the real landed cost, shipping, and the mistakes I made along the way.
Written by a real importer who imports from China to Portugal. Latest articles
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How I Ship My Alibaba Orders with My Own Shipping Agent
Alibaba shipping from my own orders: why I stopped letting the supplier ship, and how my own shipping agent made it simple and stress-free.
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How to Calculate If an Alibaba Product Is Worth Importing
Learn how to calculate true product costs from Alibaba. Discover why unit price isn't enough and how to find your real landed cost before ordering.
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I Imported iPhone Chargers from China: Costs, Profit and Mistakes
Learn the real costs of importing from China. Discover profit margins, shipping expenses, and crucial mistakes to avoid when starting your first import business.
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Contacting your first supplier
Learn how to contact your first supplier on Alibaba, what to say, what to ask, and how to spot serious replies before moving forward.
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How to search properly
How to search properly on Alibaba to find better suppliers, avoid wasting time on weak listings, and make better buying decisions.
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Trust the badges
Some matter. Some don't. Here's how to tell them apart.
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What Is Alibaba?
A Simple Explanation for Beginners
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Welcome
This is the start