China Sourcing Blog – CSI

Interested in learning more about the sourcing and manufacturing industry in China? Gain valuable insights when you check out our blog posts. China Sourcing International covers all sorts of topics on sourcing and manufacturing to help budding entrepreneurs and seasoned business professionals improve their operations and maximize efficiency with shipping, importing, exporting, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and so much more.

As the experts in sourcing and manufacturing overseas, China Sourcing International is here to share some of the knowledge we’ve amassed over the years. Stay up to date on the latest trends in manufacturing in China, learn new tricks of the trade, and dispel common myths you may have heard about the industry from people who experience it day in and day out.

Guide to Global Product Sourcingfor American Companies

Guide to Global Product Sourcing
for American Companies

For most American businesses, global product sourcing from China, Hong Kong or any other overseas market can feel like trying to solve a very complex puzzle. The road to success brings with it many hurdles. From effective communication to finding reliable overseas factories and matching suppliers to your specific needs, you need to be working…

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China Electronic Component Sourcing & Manufacturing

Talk to our experts at China Sourcing International if you are electronic component sourcing in China or Hong Kong. We can bring decades of experience and expertise to your sourcing efforts. China, being a hub of electronic parts manufacturing, offers an abundance of electronic components including: Partnering with overseas manufacturers, especially through a trusted agent…

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What Is China Sourcing?

The term “China sourcing” refers to seeking out a supplier, agent, or sourcing company in China to help you import or buy goods or services from that country. Sourcing from China can also mean getting help to find factories or manufacturers in China who can manufacture your original products for less. The objective of China…

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How to Find a Reliable Sourcing Partner in China

Embarking on the path to finding a reliable sourcing partner in China can be both exciting and daunting. As an entrepreneur, you need to find a trustworthy sourcing partner in China that can deliver when it comes to suppliers, manufacturing, factories, logistics, drop shipping, and other China sourcing services. With so many sourcing companies online…

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Sourcing Company – How Is It Different from an Agent?

Many entrepreneurs, innovators, and SME businesses consider looking for a sourcing company or sourcing agent to help them with manufacturing in China for their new business or product. The main reason one would seek out a new overseas supplier would be to launch a new concept. Alternatively, you or your business could have encountered problems…

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Beginner Tips on Importing From China to the USA

Importing from China to the USA is commonplace for inventors and innovators looking to outsource manufacturing. While it is a standard practice for many, that doesn’t mean that importing from China is easy or intuitive, especially for beginners. The China manufacturing process is just the beginning. It’s normal for issues such as extended transit times,…

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Advantages of China Manufacturing Industry – Still Strong for SMEs

The advantages of the China manufacturing industry have been the secret sauce for millions of businesses around the world when it comes to saving on production costs.  While some may say there is no way this can continue, here at China Sourcing International (CSI), we believe otherwise. Our CSI sourcing specialists are multilingual and have…

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Unbeatable Pricing – Advantages of Manufacturing In China

For decades, companies in the United States have been discovering the advantages of manufacturing in China. They are often searching for not only less expensive ways to manufacture their products but also production efficiency and producing products that are top quality. Manufacturing in China does not show any signs of slowing; in fact, it’s only…

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The China Custom Manufacturing Process

Making a completely new custom product is referred to as original design manufacturing (ODM) and the China custom manufacturing process is first-rate. Embarking in ODM is the process of taking your product concept or idea and turning it into a finished product. ODM manufacturing is a complete process that involves: Here at China Sourcing International…