Who these guides are for
Importing brings together several distinct areas: terms with the supplier, international shipping, documents and customs clearance. Mistakes usually happen where these areas meet — for example, when an Incoterms rule is chosen without thinking about its effect on the customs value.
We wrote these articles for entrepreneurs importing for the first time, for purchasing and logistics professionals, and for companies looking to change a supplier or a route. The aim is simple: know what to check before the cargo leaves.
What you will find here
Practical steps for importing from China and Türkiye, shipping from Alibaba and 1688, the documents customs needs, how duty and 18% VAT are calculated, the Incoterms 2020 rules and how to choose a freight forwarder. Each article ends with a short Q&A, and legal and customs topics are explained at the level of general rules — confirm the details for your specific cargo.
Prices are individual, so the guides contain no rates. Send a request for your cargo and an operator will prepare an individual offer.