What is better to buy in China. What to buy in China - personal experience, prices and advice. Pearls and jewelry

During perestroika and post-perestroika times, Chinese goods were considered synonymous with poor quality. Many of them fell apart or came apart at the seams literally five minutes after purchase. At the same time, many items of decorative and applied art were very popular and were welcome gifts. In recent years, anyone can travel to either using the services of a travel agency or on their own. And, naturally, the question of what can be bought in .

What to buy in China and what should you pay attention to when buying? When writing the article, I relied on my experience and the experience of my parents - for work, we have to visit quite often and for a long time.

I talked about where it is better to shop and how to bargain in the article. If you haven't read it, I recommend you check it out as well.

Quite a lot of electronic products are produced in China. These can be either products from well-known brands or your own brands. There are relatively inexpensive high-quality goods, but you can also buy low-quality counterfeits.

In China it is worth buying all sorts of small things: headphones, microphones. They also sell all sorts of “spy things”, such as pens with a small video camera or voice recorder. Be sure to check the legislation of your country to see if it is possible to have such products for personal use. From personal experience, it seems that it is better to buy in stores with a fixed price - it will be cheaper.

I have been using a car recorder purchased in China for a long time. Small, convenient, it is indispensable in the car, and easily fits into a bag when I leave my car in the parking lot. Also indispensable was a small fan, which is inserted at one end into the USB port of the computer. On hot days, working with him is a pleasure. Depending on the quantity, such fans cost about 20-30 yuan (translated into rubles - multiply by 5, i.e. about 100-150 rubles). China also has a large number of batteries for phones and cameras, as well as chargers for them. If possible, choose products made in Taiwan.

Many of my students actively use Chinese phones purchased during their internship in China. According to my observations, now it is more profitable to buy them from us - in recent years, prices in the Middle Kingdom have increased significantly. If you decide to purchase a computer, then it is better to do it in Russia. You also need to be careful when buying Chinese Apple products - you may encounter a fake. But in Hong Kong you can buy without fear - at least that’s what our Chinese friends say.

In Beijing you can buy good electronics at the market Hongqiao-shichang红桥市场 ("Pearl Market"; at the eastern exit of) and on the street Yabao-lu雅宝路, where many sellers speak Russian, as well as in the electronics market.

In general, when purchasing electronics, it is better to check all goods on the spot so that there are no unpleasant surprises later. You also need to keep in mind that at Russian airports, passengers on Chinese flights pass through the “red” corridor.

Watch

Very good watches are sold in China, including well-known brands (we will not discuss the issue of fakes). On average, the cost of a women's watch is about 40 yuan, and a men's watch is about 50 yuan. High-end watches from famous Chinese brands can be bought for somewhere around 800 yuan and above. When purchasing, you can try on the watch and, if necessary, they will immediately shorten the bracelet. Sometimes sellers demand extra money for the battery - don’t give it, it’s already included in the price.

Pearls and jewelry

You can buy beautiful pearls in China. However, there is also a high risk of running into a fake. Stores usually sell pearls grown on special plantations. Different colors of pearls - pink, cream, bronze, silver, gray, purple, black - are obtained by adding special dyes to baths with shellfish.

Among the fake pearls, the following types can be distinguished:

• plastic,
• blank balls are coated with a special varnish that imitates pearls,
• Mother of pearl from shells is applied to the blanks.

Pearl beads are often sold without a lock - you can choose a lock on the spot. In front of you, the seller or assistant will transfer the pearls to another thread, often knots are tied between the pearls. It is worth making sure that the thread and knots are not rough.

When buying pearls, there is haggling, haggling and haggling again. The average price of a string of pearls is about 50 yuan. Initially, the price may be around 300 yuan or more. The larger the pearls, the more expensive the beads. Carefully inspect the pearls - they should be sorted, approximately the same size and quality, and shiny; There should be no dull spots, dots, or dents.

In Chinese markets, which look more like modern shopping centers, you can buy certified pearls in boutique stores. The price will usually be higher.

Along with a string of pearls, you should also buy earrings with pearls. You can separately select a pearl and a metal base, from which ready-made earrings will be made immediately. The cost of the earrings is 150-200 yuan; by bargaining, this price can be significantly reduced. Typically, the pearl is attached to the base using glue. Make sure that the glue holds it tightly - I had a couple of times when the pearl flew off, although right into my hand.

Before buying, it is better to carefully consider the question of how to choose high-quality pearls and distinguish them from fakes.

Also in China they sell very nice silver products - various chains, necklaces, pendants. The average cost of a silver chain is about 20 yuan.

Nephritis

In recent years in China, prices for many good products have begun to rise, which is associated with an increase in the standard of living of the Chinese. Therefore, it will be more profitable to buy many products from us - because... they come in large quantities from the factory. But the choice, of course, will be much smaller.

Paintings

Chinese painting has long been very popular in Europe. Paintings bring oriental flavor to the house and decorate the home. In China you can find any kind - on paper and silk, drawn and embroidered, in various genres - “mountains and waters”, “flowers and insects”, etc., and well wishes. The prices are very different. The main thing is not to fall for the seller’s persuasion that this is a unique work of art.

Art objects and paintings can be bought in the parks. Often a calligrapher will write an exquisite inscription right in front of you. Many interesting works of calligraphy and painting can be found at the monasteries.

Tea

Tea is another product that is traditionally imported from China. When you buy Chinese tea, you can try it - the seller will be happy to brew you several types of tea and explain the features of its preparation - it’s free. A tea store must have a refrigerator where green tea is stored. Usually tea is packaged in packages of 500 grams (1 jin), in tourist places there are packages of 100 grams.

There are different teas: green, floral, white, red (black), pu-erh, oolong, fruit, various mixtures. Many of them are good for health. You can find out more in the article. But it is better not to buy tea with ginseng - it is no longer found in nature in China; it is grown artificially, with the addition of a large amount of fertilizers, including pesticides.

Tea is usually packaged in beautiful and stylish boxes, especially expensive varieties. Tea prices vary greatly; there are varieties that cost several thousand, or even tens of thousands of yuan or more. Tea should be young, up to a year, but pu-erh - the older, the better.

By the way, it is not necessary to buy Chinese tea directly from China. As my family's experience has shown, you can buy excellent tea at a lower price through online stores. Read about how to do this correctly in articles and.

Furniture

You can buy beautiful ones in China. There are quite a few intermediary companies with Russian-speaking employees who will help you choose and place an order. It is transported to Russia in containers by rail.

Food

Of course, not all food sold in China can be brought home. However, there are things that are worth buying for yourself and as a gift.

A package of muer (tree ears) mushroom costs about 18-20 yuan. Muer is not only a tasty mushroom, but also medicinal and helps with some diseases. You can read more about it on my blog “Moscow Region” in the article “Black tree mushroom muer (“wood ears”, or “Judas ear”)”.

Chinese beer is very tasty. But don't take it too strong. Local wines are also good. But we didn’t like the French ones that are sold there. And, of course, be sure to buy maotai And .

It’s also worth bringing dried fruits, cookies, brown cane sugar, and rock sugar.

Before transporting products, be sure to read the transportation rules.

Medicines and cosmetics

In China you can buy very good medicines made according to traditional recipes. I’ll name just a few: ointment 999 (cooling, against insect bites, burns), tiger balm, red oil, pencils for runny nose, plasters, ginkgo biloba tablets, etc.

We really like Chinese shampoos, herbal creams, and face masks.

Again, check customs and shipping regulations before purchasing any of these in large quantities. So, aerosols are prohibited on airplanes, and we had a case when we were carrying shampoo in packaging that resembled an aerosol. Beijing airport employees asked to unpack the suitcase and inspected the packaging.

Seeds

China is a haven for lovers of gardening and gardening. Stores sell bags of incredible varieties of vegetables and flowers. You can also remove seeds from fruits and then grow them at home: lychees, persimmons, “dragon eggs” (pitaya), etc.

Fan

A fan, as it turned out, is a necessary item, not only in China, but also here in the hot summer. I always have a small fan in my purse in the summer and, if necessary, I use it, to the envy of passers-by sweltering in the heat. Fanning yourself with a fan is much more effective and aesthetically pleasing than using a magazine or a sheet of paper. The Chinese often use fans. In addition, in the summer, many shops will offer you a fan while you choose a product.

A sandalwood fan, which spreads a pleasant smell, costs about 40-45 yuan, a wooden one - 20-25, there are also cheaper ones. Personally, I found small, lightweight fans that I could carry with me to be convenient.

Other products

Here I will simply list some products that can also be bought in China and which will be a welcome gift.

Cosmetic bags "matryoshka" made from silk. Smaller ones are added to a larger one in descending order. The usual number of cosmetic bags in such a set is 3-5.

Sun hats. The simplest sun hats cost 3-5 yuan, souvenir ones - 20-40 yuan. They are made from bamboo, they are light and protect the head well from the heat.

Kites sold almost everywhere. There are an incredible number of types and colors of them in China. It is worth buying a tape measure with a rope for the kite.

Batik. You can buy clothes and bedspreads.

Thermoses. People who lived during the Soviet era probably remember Chinese thermoses. In China you can buy different thermoses - both decorative and for hiking. Thermos mugs with a sieve inserted into them are very convenient.

Flasks. Decorative flasks made of painted rock crystal and jasper are for sale. Unfortunately, there are many fakes among them.

CD. You can buy good wheels in China. Unfortunately, not all formats are readable, even if the disc is checked in front of you in the store. What is the reason for this - I don’t know. But about half of the discs brought from China are not readable on my computer or in music centers.

More small things: small microscopes, magnifying glasses, miniature photo and film cameras (“a godsend for a spy”), pocket devices for detecting counterfeit money, phone cases.

And finally, as a general rule: be sure to keep all receipts. Pack the purchased goods well in a suitcase, because luggage is not handled in the best way during transportation. And don’t forget to read the customs and baggage rules before going to the store.

Happy shopping in China! I think now you will not be tormented by the question of what to buy in China.

Anna Sudak

# Business with China

How to start trading goods from China

Almost every fifth thing in the world is produced in China.

Products from China are very popular. So why not make money from it? How? Our “Business with China” section contains answers to this and many other questions that arise for both beginners and experienced entrepreneurs who have decided to develop their business. But first things first.

How to open your own profitable business and receive a stable income?

Twelve ways to make money selling Chinese goods

1. Finding a partner (intermediary) living in China and supplying you with products. Agree, having a person on site who can find what you need at any time and when you need it is much more convenient than doing it yourself. Just imagine: going to China, finding a product, buying it profitably (it’s not a fact that you’ll succeed the first time), and then bringing it back... It’s expensive, irrational and ineffective. Especially if you are counting on a large turnover.
2. Joint purchases (or dropshipping). This method is perfect for those who want to try themselves in this business with minimal investment by purchasing a small batch of goods. Today on the Internet it is easy to find people who will be happy to help you achieve your plans.
3. Supplies of honey to the People's Republic of China. Today it is very profitable to supply honey to the Celestial Empire. Of course, like any other business activity, there are pros and cons. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with them first, and then decide whether this niche is suitable or not for you.
4. Sales of Russian light industrial goods to China. It has been proven that the Chinese love Russian products. And this applies not only to nesting dolls. We will not touch energy and technical resources. Let's talk about light industry. In addition to honey, the following are in demand in the Celestial Empire: coffee, confectionery, cosmetics, cereals (wheat, flour), flax, mineral water, sunflower oil... Anyone can try to occupy a “convenient niche”. The main thing is to act.
5. Become an agent. You can also earn money on orders from others by becoming a Chinese intermediary of TaoBao for Russians. To do this, you need to thoroughly know the sites, have contacts in China, and know the language (Chinese is ideal). By becoming an intermediary on TaoBao, you: help customers place an order, choose a size... In general, you guide the buyer in all the intricacies of cooperation with the store. You pass on the information to warehouse workers and receive your percentage of the purchase.
6. Become a logistician. Most often, a logistician is a person who picks up goods, checks their quality, repackages and forwards them to customers. The work is technical, but not dusty.
7. Opening your own store on Aliexpress. Since 2016, the procedure for opening your own store on this famous site has been simplified for residents of Russia. Now it is enough to conclude an agreement with Pickpoint - the Russian official partner of Aliexpress, which provides comprehensive support to new sellers from Russia, register on the platform and start trading. But before that, don’t be lazy and read the recommendations that will make your start even easier and more enjoyable. You will understand all the intricacies of the process, see the difficulties that you will have to face and learn how to eliminate them painlessly, quickly and effectively.
8. Affiliate program for Aliexpress and other online stores in China. This method is suitable for those who want to start a business without investment. The earning scheme is simple. You register in the affiliate program, receive a referral link and post it on social networks, YouTube channel, blog, forums, groups. In general, wherever there is an opportunity. As soon as a person clicks on it and buys the recommended product, you receive a percentage of their purchase.
9. Resale. Everything is simple here - you buy products cheaper, sell them more expensive. The scheme is old, but working. What products can you make money on? We found out and will be happy to tell you. .
   

   Sometimes the markup on Chinese goods in the Russian Federation reaches 200% or more.

10. Wholesale purchase of goods without intermediaries. Now any businessman who wants to do business with China can freely purchase products in bulk, without overpaying to intermediaries. Of course, here, like everywhere else, there are pros and cons.
11. Opening your own enterprise in China. No dancing with tambourines, but only real information about the opportunities presented by the Celestial Empire for Russian businessmen. Opening your own business in China is difficult, but more than possible. And the opening procedure is many times easier than, for example, in the EU. If you are passionate about the idea and are ready to give 100%, the road is open. China gives entrepreneurs the green light.
12. Opening of our own production in China. This method is available to those who have serious capital and the intention to associate themselves with business for a long time.

The “Business with China” section was created to make your entry into business as comfortable as possible. In it we tried:

• collect available earning methods for beginners and experienced entrepreneurs:
• explain the complex processes and legal aspects of starting a business;
• talk about the difficulties you will encounter at all stages of the development of your business;
• show opportunities that open up new business horizons for you.

Did we manage to make the resource as useful as possible for you? We look forward to your feedback to help us become even better for you and your business. Write comments, ask questions. Your opinion, wishes and recommendations are priceless.

Where to start a business with China, starting from scratch and without investments? How to make money by reselling Chinese goods and what is better to sell? How to find suppliers and intermediaries?

Hello, dear friends! Welcome to the founder of HeatherBober magazine, Alexander Berezhnov!

It's no secret that many people made their first million by reselling goods from China.

In this article, I will reveal all the tricks about doing business with China from A to Z, analyze expert advice and consider the most effective and profitable business models.

For now, this niche is relatively free: if you decide to start your own business and don’t know what to choose, it’s time to turn your attention towards the East.

Let's get it in order, friends!

1. Business on goods from China - is it realistic to start your own business from scratch?

Chinese-made products account for a significant share of the entire world market. In Russia about 60-80% light industry goods are represented by Chinese consumer goods. Modern Chinese products are no longer as artisanal and low-quality as they were 20 years ago: products have become more functional and durable, and look much better.

Even if you have never been involved in sales and are familiar with Chinese goods only from a consumer point of view, no one and nothing can stop you from starting a business with China and acquiring a new (and very profitable) source of income.

In this area, you can earn from 50,000 rubles every month and at the same time have time for life and rest.

Today, only the lazy do not do business with China. Business with China for resale without investments (or almost without any) is relatively simple and accessible to everyone with basic knowledge and entrepreneurial skills. You don't need to be a graduate of a trade institute or business school to understand how things work in the market.

In essence, the scheme for working with China comes down to three points:

• find goods in China as cheaply as possible;
• deliver it to the Russian Federation;
• sell at a premium.

Don’t rush to object “but what about customs, certificates, document flow, taxes?” Below we will consider this scheme and all related issues in more detail and detail. Exactly philistine skepticism - the main obstacle to any successful entrepreneurial activity.

The second obstacle is lack of necessary knowledge . With the advent of the Internet, information has become more accessible and practically free: an example of this is the article you are reading.

Trade is the most attractive field of activity for budding businessmen. This is much simpler than production: you just need to purchase goods from wholesale suppliers and sell them at retail prices. Learning to do business with China does not take much time, especially if a person has a desire and goal.

So, if you have this very goal and a great desire, then in just 6 weeks you can build a business on goods from China.

And my trusted expert in teaching this area will help you get started -.

I’m already implementing this guy’s tricks in my business and they really work.

2. Chinese manufacturers are more profitable than any other

The interest of Russian business in Chinese goods is steadily growing. China produces everything without which it is difficult to imagine the life of a modern person: clothes, cosmetics, accessories, household appliances, gadgets. Surely your apartment is full of things labeled “Made in China”.

Just 15-20 years ago, plastic Chinese products crumbled in the buyer’s hands; now the quality of goods from China is quite satisfactory, and sometimes even excellent. The stereotype “Chinese means short-lived and wretched” has almost lost its relevance. Even iPhones and other expensive brands are now produced in Chinese factories, since it is inexpensive due to cheaper labor.

This graph reflects the growth of trade relations between China and Russia in 2015-2016:

As you can see, the turnover is not small and it increases over time.

The quality of Chinese products is constantly growing, but prices (at least wholesale) remain low.

What conclusion can be drawn from these facts? Right: You can make good money by buying and reselling goods from the Middle Kingdom.

Wholesale supplies from China can become a reliable and constant source of profit.

Initial costs will be minimal if you use modern information technologies (meaning the Internet) in your business. There are already hundreds of companies operating on the market that act as intermediaries in the delivery of goods from the manufacturer to the consumer: why don’t you join the number of successful businessmen who receive stable incomes using a simple and understandable commercial scheme.

Advantages of doing business with China

Let's list the main advantages of working with China:

1. Low prices. When working with local (domestic) suppliers, the markup is usually 10-20% (in the most successful cases - 50%). Buying goods in China and selling them will bring you from 50% to 1000% markup. Cheap labor reduces production costs to a minimum.
2. Huge selection of goods. The range of Chinese goods is almost endless and limited only by your imagination. In China you can find absolutely everything, so you can fill your market niche with any goods you like - for example, an exclusive product that has no analogues on the local market.
3. The focus of Chinese sellers is solely on sales. Due to competition and dumping, the Chinese value every customer. They are in touch 24/7, you can start working with them from minimum quantities, bargain, request free samples and models, photos and descriptions, and assign favorable delivery conditions. An experienced buyer knows how to reduce the purchase price to a minimum and conclude the most profitable contract.
4. Possibility of purchasing exclusive goods. As your business progresses, you can move on to larger, more profitable deals. It is not necessary to work with intermediaries: you can establish direct contacts with the manufacturer and purchase goods from a specific brand that is poorly represented on the market.

Why is business with China profitable?

• Firstly, due to the modern rhythm of life. The buyer today values ​​his time: he will not spend it on ordering and delivering goods from China, it is easier for him to place an order with you.
• Secondly, not everyone will understand the variety of sites offering goods from China.

To understand the functionality, check the integrity of the seller, and calculate the cost of the product taking into account delivery, you need skills and knowledge. Most people will prefer to turn to domestic intermediaries operating through websites with simple and understandable terms of cooperation.

It is much easier for an ordinary buyer to choose a product on a Russian-language website: they always have the opportunity to call the seller or discuss the terms of interaction and delivery.

3. How to start a business with China - 10 simple steps from A to Z

Let's move on to practice and learn how to start a business with China from the first step.

Step 1. Studying business models on goods from China

There are several proven and effective business models that you can use in the early stages of your entrepreneurial career:

• dropshipping;
• Joint purchases;
• offline wholesale sales;
• retail sales;
• work through an online store.

Now in more detail about each business model.

1) Dropshipping

Dropshipping– a method that allows you to start a business with virtually no investment. The essence of this model is extremely simple: you receive money from buyers, and then transfer an application for this product to a third-party supplier, who sends it to the buyer.

You receive a percentage for mediation. The client does not even realize that he is purchasing the product from someone else.

Your goal is to attract customers, convince them to purchase goods from you. Commission fees for intermediaries with this business model range from 30 to 500%. Agree, not the lowest profit in the absence of initial costs. At the same time, you do not need to worry that the product you purchased will lie in the warehouse for months - you buy it only when you receive a specific order from the client, paying with his own money.

2) Joint purchases

Joint purchases- this is when several people join a group and buy goods from an official supplier.

The commercial idea of ​​this event is to save money through wholesale purchasing. Another advantage of this option is reduced shipping costs. Typically, the cost of transporting goods from China is much higher than the price of the product itself.

Popular goods from China: is it profitable to trade them + 3 online platforms with suppliers + TOP 10 product categories.

If you decide to engage in trading, you probably want to know What are the popular products from China?.

But it is impossible to give a definite answer to this question, because sales affect all aspects of our lives, and what one buyer needs is not at all interesting to another.

It is also worth considering that it will not always allow you to determine the popularity of goods, since they all have different costs and markups.

Why is it profitable to trade goods from China?

The stereotype that everything made in China is of poor quality and defective is beginning to lose its force.

In recent years, one can notice a tendency that manufactured goods (counterfeits, among others) have become of higher quality and more expensive. But still their cost remains more affordable. Even if you decide to purchase something for yourself in a single copy directly from the Middle Kingdom, you can save a lot of money.

What makes their Chinese products stand out from the rest:

Low cost

Since the goods are produced in large quantities and are supplied all over the world, the cost is quite low. And given the fact that in the end they are sold here with a markup reaching 300%, trading popular goods from China is quite profitable.

Wide range of products

It’s probably easier to list what is not produced in China. Therefore, any entrepreneur can find those products that he would be interested in selling.

Availability and established delivery schemes

Not a problem, moreover, you can contact them remotely, so you don’t even have to travel to this country. Of course, there are many risks associated with this, but before cooperation you can familiarize yourself with samples of products.

You also need to find a logistician who will live in China. He will take on some of the responsibilities for checking, packing and shipping goods.

Thus, you only need to find reliable suppliers and establish trade - open a brick-and-mortar store or an online store and make yourself known.

If you wish, you can even create your own brand. Certain products will be produced under your name and logo. You will need to promote your business and develop an advertising campaign to make yourself known.

Why are buyers willing to buy popular goods from China from us?

It's no secret that you can order the item you like directly from the Middle Kingdom. This then begs the question: why trade popular goods from China?

And there are several reasons for this:

Save time

Not all buyers are willing to wait several weeks or even months for an order; many are willing to pay to have the product in their hands after a few days.

Reluctance to look for something yourself

Again, not many Internet users can independently search for a product that suits them, view reviews and study seller ratings. Some of them will prefer to pay extra, but receive the most clear and complete information in Russian.

Availability

Not everyone can cross the psychological barrier and decide to order goods directly from China.

Many people prefer to shop locally, and this applies to both brick-and-mortar stores and online shopping, where you can pay in cash or cash on delivery.

In addition, many people value live communication, when they can call a consultant or contact the seller to clarify the details of interest.

Thus, all the work of searching, describing and photographing goods is carried out by you. By the way, the last point is very important, since buyers are interested in how the product looks in person.

And you include all your work in the markup, for which buyers are still willing to pay, which once again confirms the profitability of trading popular goods from China.

3 large online platforms with suppliers of goods from China

And before we move on to reviewing the top most popular goods from China, let’s take a look at popular online platforms with suppliers:

https://ru.aliexpress.com

Everyone has heard about this online platform. You can buy anything here. Due to the fall of the ruble, many goods here have ceased to be budget products, but still many continue to purchase goods here.

An undoubted advantage is free delivery, which applies to most goods, the Russian language, the ability to communicate with the seller and bargain with him.

https://russian.alibaba.com

This platform is designed for small and large wholesale, that is, it is a prime example of an intermediary working on B2B principles. Before you do, you need to pay attention to the status of the seller, whether he has a good website, as well as a retail store.

https://www.lightinthebox.com/ru

A large Asian hypermarket with a wide range and decent quality of goods. There is a multilingual support service, the ability to pay for an order in several currencies (including rubles), but delivery is paid, and prices are an order of magnitude higher than in other stores.

The most popular products from China: TOP 10 categories

1. Electronic gadgets and accessories.

The crisis has left its mark on the purchasing power of many citizens of our country, so the demand for electronic gadgets from China has increased. Most of them have an affordable price and good “filling,” but there is also a “more expensive” category, which is also popular among technology lovers.

So these include:

• smartphones and tablets;
• memory storage devices;
• wired and wireless headphones;
• smart watch;
• fitness trackers;
• media players.

As for the first option, Asian versions of gadgets are cheaper, but then you must take care of the global firmware yourself. Or you can immediately purchase international versions of smartphones.

Before ordering a large batch of gadgets, start by testing several copies and take them to the service center to make sure their quality.

Separately or additionally, you can sell various accessories: cases, protective glasses and films, portable batteries. In any case, there will be profit from such sales, of course, provided they are properly organized.

2. Small household appliances.

Following electronic gadgets are small household appliances. These popular products from China include electric kettles, coffee makers, juicers, blenders, and food processors. You can also include various smart home gadgets here - climate control stations, cleaning robots, video surveillance.

Chinese manufacturers follow trends and new technologies, so you can always offer customers current products at affordable prices.

But, as in the first case, investments in the business will be impressive, because you need to provide customers with a wide range of goods.

3. Clothing, shoes and accessories.

Counterfeits and replicas of well-known brands are in demand, but in this case you should point this out when reselling goods and choose high-quality copies. But you can take a different route - follow fashion trends and look for clothing and footwear options that match them.

Since many sellers are engaged in the resale of this category of goods, both in stationary showrooms and on the Internet, order small quantities of the most popular items and test your business, and then begin larger purchases.

4. Household goods.

The Chinese market is distinguished by a variety of household goods that can be selected to suit any interior style and season. This includes various decor, bedding, textiles, hobby items, and garden supplies.

You can focus on one product category or cover a large part of the range.

Business investment will depend on what you choose to deal with. Relatively small capital will be needed to trade small decorative items: garlands, frames, wall stickers, artificial flowers.

5. Pet supplies.

Pet products are mostly produced in China, but are sold here with decent markups, although the purchase price of some items can be several dollars.

What will be in constant demand are toys for pets, brushes, rugs, beds and pillows.

But goods with a maximum markup, such as suits, unusual collars, houses, have a maximum markup, since such purchases are approached more thoughtfully.

Don’t be lazy and look for something that other stores don’t offer in order to stand out from them and thereby win over customers.

6. Office.

High-quality and stylish stationery has always been in demand. At any time of the year (we don’t even have to talk about the eve of the school year), people buy notebooks, pens, pencils and sketchbooks.

But now diaries (of which there are a lot in China), multi-colored tape, stickers, and stickers are especially popular.

You can also trade items for artists - brushes, paints, easels, which are inferior in price to European copies.

7. Goods for sports and recreation.

Nowadays sports and active recreation are in fashion. These two categories of popular goods from China are located nearby, so if you decide to open a store, you can combine them, thereby controlling the level of sales.

For example, in autumn and winter, many people buy sports equipment, and before summer, tents, backpacks, and barbecues are extremely popular.

As a rule, the sizes of goods are small and medium, which significantly reduces the cost of delivering goods, and on some sites where you can order small quantities, it is completely free.

8. Lighting items.

Another important category of the most popular goods from China is lighting items: chandeliers, night lights, table lamps, decorative garlands, LED lamps.

As a rule, the purchase price of small items is not high, delivery will not be expensive either, so doing this kind of business is quite profitable. Again, do not forget that most of these goods are made in China, so purchasing them from there is the most profitable option.

In addition, buyers always want to check the light bulbs and diodes in operation, so as not to purchase defective goods.

9. Crockery and kitchen utensils.

Most of the products in this category that we see on store shelves come from China. Here you can find everything - from silicone molds to expensive pots and sets.

Various fashionable water bottles and devices that make our lives easier (infusers for cups, food-grade silicone, knives for decorative cutting) can be purchased directly from the Middle Kingdom.

And here the important point is that many people prefer to find all sorts of little things locally, rather than order via the Internet and wait several weeks for a small parcel, which, moreover, can get lost along the way (and this is a fairly common occurrence).

What products from China are considered the most popular?

In this video you will learn about the TOP 5 cheapest and most popular things:

10. Furniture.

And finally, we left the most interesting...

Many people will probably be surprised, but China is currently the leader in furniture production. Many famous companies have moved here, and this has not affected the quality of the furniture they produce.

Selling furniture from the Middle Kingdom is quite profitable and interesting, despite the fact that the niche may seem busy. From there you can bring a variety of specimens that we simply don’t have.

But in this case, looking for suppliers via the Internet is quite risky, because investments in business are huge.

In Guangdong province, namely in the city of Foshan, there is the largest wholesale center where furniture tours are organized. At exhibitions you will be able to see samples in person and directly order the furniture you are interested in.

Its production and delivery time will take about one and a half months, and the prepayment amount is often 30% of the cost of the entire order.

It is difficult to fully cover in one article all the most popular products from China, because it’s easier to list what is not profitable to buy here.

Manufacturers from the Middle Kingdom always keep an eye on fashion trends, “snoop” on secrets at company factories, and implement cheaper options, which ultimately are in great demand among us.

You are required to find goods of acceptable quality at the best prices and sell them, thereby building your own profitable business.

Useful article? Don't miss new ones!
Enter your email and receive new articles by email

There are few now who can dispute the fact that thanks to the development of the Chinese economy, which began in the mid-80s. as a result of the reforms of Deng Xiao Ping (Secretary General of the CPC of the People's Republic of China), the population of most countries of the former USSR received the opportunity to dress relatively normally, arrange their homes comfortably, and in some cases even eat. Those who remember well those not so long ago times, the early 90s, virtually the entire consumer market was filled with the famous Chinese down jackets, furniture, adult and children's clothing, household appliances and much more. Now on the market, Chinese goods are significantly squeezed out by competitors, but there is still a large share of imports from the Middle Kingdom, which provides the population not only with acceptable quality goods, but also gives many people the opportunity to build their own small business on it.

This article will talk about how you can build your own business or simply recoup your expenses on a trip to China, buying and selling ordinary goods, what you need to pay attention to first of all, and which specific areas of the consumer market should be considered the most promising in the future .

Before you make a trip to China, setting yourself the goal of making money, you must, at a minimum, answer a simple question - what do you need and can buy there, so that you can then sell it at home, guaranteed and at a profit?

To do this, you need to carry out, as experts say, a marketing analysis of the market, i.e. find out in what assortment, in what quantity is in demand on the consumer goods market, what amount of profit should be expected, etc.

Such an analysis, even the most elementary one, should answer the following questions:

1. How often is this or that type of product in demand - is it needed every day or is it used periodically, such as gifts and toys for the New Year, which are needed only once every 365 days.
2. Approximately how many clients/consumers will use it? Those. Either this is a product that everyone needs, or it is needed for a specific group, for example, those who have cars, or it is generally an elite brand. Such an important parameter as the selling price and markup, which ultimately will form the profit, depends on this. The more mass-produced the product, the lower the markup (margin), the more frequent turnover of goods is needed. The more expensive, the more elite - the higher the markup (margin), the less often it is supplied to the market
3. How convenient is transportation, what factors and conditions accompany customs control - maximum weight, permits, certificates, invoices, etc. It is clear, for example, that it is more profitable to transport furniture from China than bed linen - but is it possible to pay transportation costs for the delivery of large cargo from China by road or container?
4. Where and how will the sale be carried out at home - do you have your own store or boutique, or will you have to sell it through someone, sharing the corresponding profit. You can work on a pre-order basis, you can sell some to friends, colleagues at work, or through private advertisements on the Internet.

Those. Initially, it must be determined at what price and to whom to sell goods from China, so that later you do not regret not only the money lost for things no one needs, but also the effort and time expended to bring it all.

In order to conduct such a marketing analysis yourself, as they say to an amateur, we can recommend:

• see what is sold in local stores, boutiques, compare prices;
• read what they write on forums and social networks;
• study catalogs of online stores, ranging from such as Evay, Aliexpress, Tao Bao, and ending with Internet sites of local retail chains.

1. Various medicines, dietary supplements and other medicinal substances, preparations and devices. Here you need to specifically and skillfully understand what is needed in the market, how it is all applied, and what risks there are.
2. Complex electronic equipment - there is a risk that the product may be damaged, defective, and there may be problems with returns and repairs.
3. You should avoid food products, as there are certain customs rules and sanitary controls; without knowledge of the specifics of such a market, you can end up in extremely unpleasant situations and have problems with the law.

It's worth starting with the little things

And this is true, in the literal sense of this expression. Fortunately, there is one almost win-win option for starting your own commercial business with China (remembering the famous phrase from the movie “Operation - Y” - “Train on cats”).

In many Chinese cities, especially in the border areas, there are format stores where everything is sold at one price, and at the very minimum. These are the so-called “shops all for 2 yuan” or popularly known as “two-yuan shops”.

These stores sell all kinds of household and household items - from toothpicks to thermoses, haberdashery, dishes, socks, and underwear. There are kitchen utensils, key chains, lighters, flashlights, and stationery. An incredible number of gifts, small toys, accessories for mobile phones. The approximate list of product items in such stores is at least 1500 -3000. Of course, there are also departments where everything is sold for 5 or 10 yuan. But basically the goods are bought, both by tourists and locals, in departments for 2 yuan.

In fact, they sell something that no home, cottage, office or picnic in nature can do without.

With only $500 you can purchase approximately 1,500 units of goods. If we assume that there is a markup of only $1 on each such product item, we get a net profit of $1,000. It’s not much, but it’s definitely enough to cover your trip and still have a little left as income.

Car owners never spare money

A true car enthusiast will not spare any money for his car in order not only to decorate it, but also to equip it with the most modern means and equipment. Such popular accessories and devices include, first of all:

• car navigation devices;
• on-board video cameras;
• security alarm devices;
• video recorders;
• hands-free devices for mobile gadgets;
• information displays (for minivans and buses);
• steering wheel covers;
• various toys for the salon, stickers.

This group of products belongs to high margin, i.e. they can be sold with a minimum markup of 100 -200% without compromising demand.

The price range (average) for this group in China is from 300 to 600 yuan.

Home interior - art requires sacrifice

For every housewife, her own home or inhabitant is sacred and she will try to do everything to make it look cozy and special - unique.

China has everything for the interior:

• curtains and curtains
• tablecloths and bedspreads for furniture
• covers for armchairs and sofas
• 3D Wallpaper
• various flowerpots, flower stands, paintings and artistic compositions.

The Chinese have always known a lot about how to decorate a particular interior, trying to diligently learn from the whole world; they are masters of all kinds of artistic products that give even the most modest room some unique charm and comfort.

Bed linen and household items

China has always been famous for its fabrics made from natural silk, cotton, bamboo, and even from ordinary synthetics they can make pillowcases and duvet covers of good quality.

Bed linen, towels, pillows are popular goods from China. Moreover, the demand for it is neither seasonal nor associated with any difficulties in transporting it across the border.

The average price, for example, of a good bedding set is 50-60 yuan (if you buy it in a relatively large batch). In the CIS, all this is sold at 2-3 times more expensive.

Mobile gadgets and peripherals

How can a trip to China be done without buying a new mobile phone, smartphone or tablet? Moreover, all this is in demand in markets and at home. The list of product items for phones and accessories for them is so extensive that it is better for beginners to concentrate on some specific equipment - for example, Xiao Mi smartphones, NTS, chargers, headphones for them. Chinese routers and peripheral devices are also in demand.

The markup level used by merchants for these types of products is at least 100%. For example, the average Xiao Mi smartphone costs 500 yuan; in Russian stores its price is at least 6-7 thousand rubles.

Lighting equipment – ​​household and professional

This group includes not only lamps, lamps, LED panels for the interior, but also various devices that use household lasers for the design of concerts, shows, lighting devices for adjacent areas, park areas, for landscape design, etc.

The range of this product group in China is also impressive and in almost every city there are several specialized large stores that sell lighting equipment for various purposes.

It is also worth noting that lighting devices are high-margin goods, where there is a minimum markup of 100-300%, since practically no one produces products of similar range and quality in the CIS.

Naturally, the range of interests should include clothing, shoes, sporting goods, handbags, suitcases and briefcases, backpacks for adults and for schoolchildren, toys - construction sets, etc. Here you already need some experience in the market in order to feel not only the market situation and the solvency of buyers, but also be able to navigate styles, choose the right brands and sizes. This doesn’t come right away, so it’s best to start with what’s easiest, where it’s almost impossible to make a mistake and always remain profitable.