Importing food from China without knowing the landmines is costly. Here are the top mistakes I see weekly from overseas buyers:
• Using middlemen who mark up by 30-50% instead of sourcing directly from market vendors
• Not visiting or inspecting products before shipment — photos lie, quality control doesn't
• Ignoring compliance: one wrong label or missing cert can mean customs seizure
• Overpaying for small orders because you went to a factory, not a wholesale market
Dongwang Market solves all four. We have 500+ merchants under one roof, direct from factories. I connect you to the right vendor, arrange inspection, and guide compliance — no middleman markup.
What was your biggest surprise when importing food from Asia?