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How-tos with real numbers: shipping, customs, supplier sourcing, and the economics of a business built on goods from China. No fluff — only what you need to make decisions.
How to Ship Cargo from China to Ukraine: Step-by-Step Guide 2026
From finding a supplier to receiving your cargo at the warehouse: the importer's complete route with timelines, costs and the typical mistakes at every step.
How Long Does Shipping from China to Ukraine Take: Times for Every Mode
Air 7–12 days, rail 20–30, road 15–22, sea 35–50. We break down what makes up the transit time and which factors can double it.
How Much Does Shipping from China Cost: Rates and Sample Calculations
Rates per kilogram and per cubic metre, the concept of cargo density, sample calculations for real products and 5 ways to lower your shipping cost.
Customs Clearance for Goods from China: Duty, VAT, Limits and Documents
Everything about customs payments: how customs value is calculated, which duty rates apply to popular goods and which documents to prepare before your cargo arrives.
How to Find a Supplier in China: 7 Proven Methods
From marketplaces to the Canton Fair: where to find a manufacturer for your product, how to compare prices and when it's worth bringing in an agent.
1688 vs Alibaba vs Taobao: Where to Source Products for Your Business
The same product on three platforms can differ in price by 40%. We break down where to buy wholesale and where to test a niche.
LCL or FCL: Consolidated Cargo vs Your Own Container
Groupage up to 15 m³, a container after that? Not always. We calculate the break-even point and unpack the less obvious advantages of FCL.
Incoterms 2020 for Importers: EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP in Plain English
"FOB Shenzhen price" — how much is that really? We explain delivery terms with examples and show where the extra costs hide.
How to Verify a Chinese Supplier and Not Lose Your Money
Red flags in negotiations, checking the business licence in China's state registry, and payment schemes that make fraud nearly impossible.
Certification of Goods from China in Ukraine: What You Need and What It Costs
Toys, electronics, cosmetics — which of these won't clear customs without conformity documents, and how to obtain them painlessly.
Building a Business on Goods from China in 2026: Where to Start and How Much You Need
Unit economics on a real example: what it costs to launch a product on Rozetka or Prom with every logistics expense factored in.
Packing and Labelling Cargo from China: Requirements and Common Mistakes
Wrong labelling means lost boxes and weeks of delay. We break down shipping marks, palletizing and how to protect fragile goods.
Dropshipping from China in Ukraine: How to Launch Without a Warehouse
Selling without a warehouse is real, but there are caveats: delivery times, returns and margins. We break down working dropshipping models from China and when it pays to switch to importing yourself.
Top 15 Products from China to Sell in Ukraine in 2026
From LED lighting to pet products: niches with 3x+ margins, real purchase prices on 1688 and the criteria for filtering out trap products.
Shipping from China for Selling on Rozetka and Prom: The Full Cycle
Marketplaces demand documents, barcodes and stable stock levels. How to build the China → warehouse → storefront chain without cash gaps or penalties.
Chinese New Year: How to Plan Purchasing and Keep Your Business Running
Factories stop for 2–3 weeks, rates jump 10–20%, and shipping queues start a month in advance. An action calendar so China's holidays don't halt your sales.
Cargo Insurance for Shipments from China: When You Need It and What It Costs
Carrier liability without insurance is symbolic. We calculate when the 1–2% premium pays off and how to file a claim correctly.
How to Pay a Supplier in China: Every Working Method
Direct SWIFT, yuan via an agent or Alipay? We compare the fees and risks of each method and explain why paying to a seller's personal card is a red flag.
Defects in a Batch from China: What to Do and How to Prevent a Repeat
Returning goods to China almost never pays off — but getting compensation is realistic. A step-by-step response to defects and a quality control system for the future.
12 Ways to Cut Your Shipping Costs from China
From repacking (20–30% less volume) to combined shipments: a systematic look at where extra money is hiding in your logistics.
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