Guides
Risks of Sourcing from China: How to Avoid Them
Sourcing from China risks — scams, counterfeits, IP exposure, payment and quality failures — and how to prevent each one.
2026-10-08How to Source from China: A Practical Guide
A step-by-step guide to sourcing from China — requirements, suppliers, samples, production, inspection and shipping.
2026-08-27Quality Control in China: Inspections
A practical guide to quality control when sourcing from China — inspections at the right moments and defect handling.
2026-08-27Shipping from China & Import Compliance Basics
Shipping from China basics — freight options, export documents, Incoterms and import compliance for your market.
2026-08-27China Supplier Verification: What to Check
How to verify a Chinese supplier before ordering — registration, factory reality, export record, references and red flags.
2026-08-27Resources
Air Freight vs Sea Freight from China: How to Choose
Air freight vs sea freight from China — compare cost, lead time and volume, and see when each option makes sense for your shipment.
2026-08-27Buying from 1688 and Alibaba as a Foreign Buyer
How 1688 and Alibaba differ for overseas buyers — what each platform is for, why 1688 prices differ, and where an agent fits.
2026-10-08Import Duties and Customs When Buying from China
What duty to expect on imports from China — HS codes, duty and tax rates, customs valuation, and landed cost planning.
2026-08-27Finding Chinese Suppliers on B2B Platforms
How to find Chinese suppliers on B2B platforms — filter for real manufacturers, verify listings, avoid pitfalls.
2026-08-27Shipping Terms Explained: EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP
The shipping terms on your China quote — EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP explained, who arranges what under each, and how to choose.
2026-09-07What Is MOQ in China Sourcing? How to Negotiate It
What MOQ (minimum order quantity) means, why Chinese suppliers set one, and three ways to get a smaller first order. Start your first order with Procovia.
2026-08-27Negotiating with Chinese Suppliers: Key Terms
How to negotiate with Chinese suppliers beyond price — key terms, common mistakes, and how Procovia negotiates on the buyer's side. Get help with your order.
2026-08-27OEM vs ODM: Choosing Your Manufacturing Model
OEM and ODM explained for small importers — custom manufacturing vs existing designs, the trade-offs, and how to choose before you sample.
2026-09-07Payment Terms for China Sourcing: T/T & Deposits
Paying suppliers in China — how payment terms work, from deposits and balance payment to inspection timing and buyer protection.
2026-08-27Product Sampling Checklist: What to Check
A practical checklist for evaluating supplier samples from China — materials, finish, dimensions, function and documentation.
2026-08-27Product Sourcing from China for Small Businesses
How small businesses handle product sourcing from China without a supply chain team — start small, verify, repeat.
2026-08-27What a China Sourcing Agent Does (and When to Use One)
What a China sourcing agent actually does across the sourcing journey — and when using one beats going direct to factories.
2026-09-07