Three mistakes I see every week from overseas food buyers importing from China:
• Using middlemen who add zero value — they just forward your order and take a cut
• Not inspecting products before shipment — then receiving expired or substandard goods
• Ignoring compliance documentation — customs holds your container for weeks
The fourth mistake? Overpaying for small orders because you lack volume or direct access.
At Dongwang Market, we solve this. 500+ merchants under one roof. You deal direct. You inspect before buying. You get compliance docs on the spot. And we consolidate small orders into container loads with competitive pricing.
Which mistake has cost you the most in international sourcing?