List every cost before sending money
Include product value, domestic China delivery, agent or payment fees, inspection, packaging, international freight, insurance, duty, local clearing and final delivery. Record the exchange rate used and a sensible risk buffer.
Calculate per sellable unit
Divide total landed cost by the units you realistically expect to sell, not only the units ordered. Samples, defects, damage and missing items reduce the sellable quantity.
Compare suppliers beyond unit price
Score response quality, specifications, sample results, production consistency, defect controls and evidence. The cheapest supplier can become the most expensive after rework, delay or unusable stock.
Test demand and margin
A trending video is not proof of sustainable demand. Estimate realistic selling price, sales velocity, competition, returns and cash tied up in slow inventory before committing the full order.
Control the order
Use written specifications, milestone evidence, inspection steps and a receipt checklist. Keep payment, communication and approvals traceable through the sourcing process.
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