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How to import from China in 2026
Importing from China into France in 2026: finding a supplier, negotiating, quality control, choosing freight, customs clearance and calculating your landed cost.
Incoterms 2020 explained: EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP, DDP
The Incoterms 2020 rules explained for importing from China: who pays freight, who insures, where risk transfers — and which one to choose.
Customs duties and import VAT from China to France
How customs duties and import VAT are calculated on goods from China into France: TARIC code, customs value, VAT self-assessment, low-value parcels and a worked example.
Sea, rail or air freight from China: which to choose?
Comparing transport modes from China to France: transit times, rates per kg and per m³, chargeable weight and environmental impact. Which mode suits your shipment?
Chinese New Year 2027: plan your shipments and avoid stock-outs
Chinese New Year 2027 falls on 6 February. Factory closures, freight congestion and a slow restart: the timeline and best practices to avoid stock-outs.
Importing from China for Amazon FBA
Shipping from China to an Amazon FBA warehouse in France: product prep, FNSKU labels, freight, customs, EPR and GPSR. Costs and mistakes to avoid.
How to verify a Chinese supplier before you pay
How to verify a Chinese supplier: business licence, unified social credit code, factory or trader, bank account, audit, samples, contract and safe payment.
CE marking and GPSR for products imported from China
CE marking, GPSR, REACH, RoHS, batteries, toys and French rules: what an importer must check before selling a Chinese-made product in France and the EU.
