How to Source Products from China: 9-Step Blueprint
From technical specifications and supplier audits to golden samples, tooling ownership, pre-shipment inspection, and European customs clearance.
Knowledge Base & Operational Intelligence
China sourcing guides for European importers
Practical, field-tested documentation written by our Ningbo trade coordinators and European engineers to help buyers navigate Chinese manufacturing, legal compliance, and ocean logistics safely.
Last updated: October 5, 2026
Factory vs Trading Company in China
How to verify Chinese business licenses, registered capital, machinery assets, and export credentials to know exactly who produces your order.
Verify Chinese Supplier & Factory Audit Guide
A structured 4-tier audit framework: official registry verification, live video walkthroughs, and third-party on-site technical inspections.
OEM, ODM and Private Label Manufacturing in China
Intellectual property protection, custom mold ownership clauses, NNN agreements, and EU GPSR brand labelling requirements.
Import from China to EU: Compliance Checklist
CE marking, GPSR EU responsible persons, RoHS hazardous substance limits, REACH declarations, and technical documentation files.
Shipping, Incoterms and Customs China to Europe
Incoterms 2020 comparison (FOB vs EXW vs DAP), maritime transit times from Ningbo to European ports, EORI numbers, and import VAT.
Quality Control and AQL Inspection Protocols
ISO 2859-1 Acceptance Quality Limit sampling, signed golden samples, pre-production checks, and container loading supervision.