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Trade & distribution · exports from ChinaExports from China, end to end: sourcing, shipping, customs and distribution
One team to find the supplier, check the goods, ship them and deliver to your warehouse, retailer or Amazon and Noon account. Any product category, any destination we can clear.
- A to Z sourcing to delivery
- Any product category
- Sea · Air · Rail and express
- Gulf · EU · USA and more
Everything between the factory and your customer
Use the whole chain, or just the steps you need.
Sourcing and supplier checks
Find factories and trading suppliers, compare quotes, verify business licences and audit the ones that matter.
Samples and negotiation
Sample ordering and review, price and MOQ negotiation, and clear purchase terms in writing.
Quality control
Pre-production, during-production and pre-shipment inspections with photo and measurement reports.
Consolidation and warehousing
Receive goods from several suppliers in China, repack, label and consolidate into one shipment.
Freight and customs
Sea, air, rail and express, export declaration, import clearance and an importer of record where needed.
Certificates and compliance
Certificate of origin, conformity certificates (for example SABER for Saudi Arabia) and labelling checked per product.
Distribution and fulfilment
Deliver to your warehouse, to retailers and wholesalers, or into Amazon FBA and Noon FBN in the Gulf.
Private label and OEM
Develop your product and packaging, register your brand and manage repeat production.
Payments and documents
Commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading and payment-term guidance (T/T, deposits, letters of credit).
Built for importers, sellers and brands
Whether you buy a few pallets or a full container every month, we scale the service to match.
Trade and distribution is a good fit if you…
- import from China for retail, wholesale, distribution or online selling
- want one team for sourcing, inspection, shipping and clearance
- sell on Amazon, Noon or Tradeling and need stock delivered to Gulf warehouses
- want to launch a private-label product without managing factories yourself
Consider something else if you…
- only need a single parcel shipped (a courier is cheaper)
- want goods that are banned or heavily restricted in your destination
- expect us to guarantee sales: we handle supply chain and distribution, not demand
Destinations we ship to
From factory floor to your shelf
Each step has an owner and a document trail, so you always know where the goods are.
Product categories
If it is legal to export from China and import to your country, we can usually move it.
Consumer goods
Home and kitchen, toys, pet, baby, sports, outdoor, gifts and seasonal items.
Electronics and accessories
Phones accessories, audio, smart devices, LED lighting, chargers and power products (certification checked).
Fashion and beauty
Apparel, footwear, bags, jewellery, cosmetics and personal care (regulated items checked).
Machinery and industrial
Tools, equipment, spare parts, packaging machines, construction and agricultural supplies.
Building and furniture
Furniture, tiles, lighting, sanitary ware, doors, hardware and fit-out materials.
Auto and spare parts
Accessories, aftermarket parts, tyres, tools and EV accessories.
Food and FMCG
Packaged goods, with food safety and import rules confirmed per country.
Private label and OEM
Your brand on products made to your specification, with packaging and compliance.
Good to know: Rules for restricted and regulated goods (batteries, liquids, cosmetics, food, supplements, medical and radio equipment) differ by product and destination. We confirm the requirements per product before you pay for production or shipping, and we do not handle prohibited goods. Transit times and fees on this page are indicative and vary by season and carrier.
Choose speed or cost
Indicative transit times door to port. We quote the exact route, cost and customs in writing.
| Mode | Best for | Indicative transit | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea FCL (full container) | Large orders, heavy or bulky goods | About 3 to 6 weeks to the Gulf | Lowest cost per unit; plan production and buffer stock early. |
| Sea LCL (consolidated) | Smaller orders from several suppliers | About 4 to 7 weeks to the Gulf | We consolidate in China so you ship once. |
| Air freight | Samples, urgent restocks, high-value goods | About 3 to 8 days | Fastest; cost is by weight, so best for compact goods. |
| Rail (China to Europe) | Mid-size orders to Europe | About 3 to 4 weeks | A middle ground between sea and air on this lane. |
| Express and small parcel | Samples, small B2B orders, e-commerce parcels | About 3 to 10 days | Door to door; duties and VAT handled per destination rules. |
Incoterms in plain English
Agree these with your supplier before you pay. We help you choose the one that fits.
| Incoterm | What it means | You choose it when |
|---|---|---|
| EXW | You collect at the supplier. You arrange export clearance, freight and import. | You have your own forwarder and want full control. |
| FOB | Supplier delivers to the Chinese port and clears export. You pay main freight and import. | The most common choice for importers who book their own freight. |
| CIF | Seller pays freight and insurance to your destination port. You clear and pay import duties. | You want a simple freight price to port. |
| DDP | Seller delivers cleared and duty paid to your door. | You want one all-in price. Often needed for Saudi FBA inbound. |
From first brief to delivery
You get a named contact and updates at every milestone.
- 01
Brief
Products, quantities, target price and destination.
- 02
Sourcing and samples
Shortlist suppliers, order and review samples.
- 03
Order and inspection
Purchase terms, production tracking and quality inspection.
- 04
Shipping and customs
Consolidation, freight, export and import clearance.
- 05
Delivery and repeat
Delivery to your warehouse, retailers or Amazon and Noon, then reorders.
Ready to export from China?
Tell us what you want to buy or sell, how much and where it should go. We reply with a route, timeline and quote.
China export questions
Can you export any product from China?
Most categories, yes. Some goods are restricted or need certificates (batteries, liquids, cosmetics, food, supplements, medical and radio devices), and prohibited goods are not handled. We confirm per product.
Do you only work with the Gulf?
No. We ship to the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider Gulf, and also to Europe, the USA, Africa and other markets.
Can you find suppliers for me?
Yes. We source and verify suppliers, negotiate prices and handle samples and quality control.
Can you ship to Amazon FBA and Noon FBN?
Yes. We prepare labelling and cartons to marketplace rules and arrange customs, including duties-paid delivery where required, for Gulf warehouses.
Who is the importer of record?
It depends on the route. We can arrange an importer of record for Gulf shipments. See our Global to Gulf service.
How much does it cost?
It depends on product, volume, route and services used. We quote our fee separately from freight, duties and supplier costs so you see each part.
Can you manage private label production?
Yes. We develop the product spec and packaging, manage the factory, inspect, ship and handle repeat orders.
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Good to know: Rules for restricted and regulated goods (batteries, liquids, cosmetics, food, supplements, medical and radio equipment) differ by product and destination. We confirm the requirements per product before you pay for production or shipping, and we do not handle prohibited goods. Transit times and fees on this page are indicative and vary by season and carrier.