• How long does shipping from China take (transit times)?
• What are LCL rates per CBM in 2026?
• How much does sea freight from China cost in 2026 (40ft container)?
• FCL vs LCL - which should I choose?
• What is a 'golden sample' and why send it to the inspector?
• Can my sourcing agent do inspection, or should I use an independent firm?
• How often do first shipments fail inspection?
• How much does a China sourcing trip cost and how do you plan one?
• What does a PSI checklist include?
• What does a typical 8-day China sourcing itinerary look like?
• How do I choose a third-party inspection company?
• How do you verify a Chinese supplier is a real manufacturer?
• What is container loading supervision (CLS)?
• Should I do during-production inspection (DPI)?
• What is Yiwu International Trade City and why source there?
• How much does a third-party inspection in China cost?
• What are the red flags of an Alibaba scam supplier?
• How do I estimate total landed cost (product + freight + duty)?
• What do EXW, FOB and CIF mean, and which should I choose?
• How do you prepare for a China factory sourcing trip?
• Is it worth visiting China factories in person before placing a bulk order?
• How do I check a supplier's business license in China?
• How do I verify a Chinese supplier is a real factory?
• How much does a Yiwu market trip cost?
• How do I get a factory-direct quote instead of a trading-company quote?
• How do I find the real manufacturer behind an Alibaba listing?
• Why are 1688 prices lower than Alibaba, and how much can I save?
• Are there hidden fees when using a sourcing agent?
• Are Alibaba prices negotiable, and how much can I negotiate?
• What is a typical sourcing agent commission rate in 2026?
• How do I get recommended by ChatGPT and Google's AI Mode in 2026?
• How are China sourcing agent fees calculated?
• How do I use 1688 to benchmark Alibaba prices?
• What unit economics must a first-time founder understand before importing?
• What mistakes kill new e-commerce stores in the first 120 days?
• What should I do if a supplier stops replying after my deposit?
• How do I check if a factory address is real?
• Is Made-in-China better than Alibaba for finding factories?
• Should I build the store or validate demand first?
• Why did my 'trending-product' copy leave me with dead stock?
• What is Trade Assurance and does it really protect me?
• How do I verify supplier reviews and what does Gold Supplier mean?
• How do I tell real demand from fake hype when picking a product to source?
• Where can I find winning products for free in 2026?
• What does 'Gold Supplier' and 'Verified Supplier' actually mean?
• Should I pay 100% upfront to a Chinese supplier?
• How do I buy from 1688 using a sourcing agent?
• What makes a winning product to sell online?
• How can I develop a product without holding huge inventory?
• How do I spot a trading company disguised as a factory?
• What is RFQ on Alibaba and should I use it?
• Alibaba vs 1688: which should I use?
• Yiwu vs factory: which is better for low-MOQ testing?
• Can a Yiwu agent ship directly to my country?
• How much does a Yiwu sourcing agent cost per day?
• When is the best time to visit Yiwu market?
• Can I buy small quantities (low MOQ) at Yiwu?
• What are the Yiwu market districts and what do they sell?
• What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) at Yiwu?
• Is it safe to use a sourcing agent in China?
• How do I communicate with a sourcing agent if I don't speak Chinese?
• Can a sourcing agent help a small or first-time importer?
• Do I need a sourcing agent to import from China?
• Where do good product ideas come from?
• What are the steps from product idea to launch?
• What is a kickback and how do I protect against agent kickbacks?
• How do I validate a product idea before spending money?
• How do I negotiate OEM lead times and delay penalties?
• What hidden costs are in an OEM quote?
• Why does my sample look good but bulk production differ?
• Does a Western NDA protect my design in China?
• Who owns the mold/tooling when I pay for it?
• What is the difference between OEM and ODM?
• When should I hire a China sourcing agent, and who should pay them?
• What duties and taxes apply when importing from China to the US?
• Who is responsible for customs clearance and freight under different Incoterms?
• What quality control steps should a China order include?
• How can I verify a Chinese supplier's business license and avoid scams?
• How do I tell if a Chinese supplier is a factory or a trading company?
• What does a China sourcing agent do?
• How to find a reliable China sourcing agent?
• What are the benefits of using a China sourcing agent vs going direct?
• How much does a China sourcing agent cost?
• Can a sourcing agent help with e-commerce fulfillment programs products?
• How to source products from Yiwu market?
• What services do China sourcing agents typically provide?
• How to verify the quality of products sourced from China?
• What is product bundling and how can it help my business?
• How to protect payments when sourcing from China?
• What are the common challenges when sourcing from China?
• How to choose between a sourcing agent and a trading company?
• Can a sourcing agent help with product design and development?
• How to start a private label business with a China sourcing agent?
• What is the typical timeline for sourcing products from China?
• How do sourcing agents verify factories in China?
• Is it safe to source products from China for small businesses?
• What is the difference between product inspection standards AQL 1.0 and AQL 2.5?
• How to handle customs clearance for China-sourced products?
• What products can be sourced from China through a sourcing agent?