Based on our experience, sourcing furniture from China is a wise choice in most cases. It can help you save about one-third to even half of your budget, provided you have relevant import experience or can find a very reliable person in China to assist you. However, it may not be suitable in certain situations, such as when the purchase quantity is very small or the products are very low-end. In these cases, it may not be cost-effective due to international shipping costs and various taxes. If your situation is suitable, let’s go through the entire process step by step!
Advantages choose furniture from China:
- Cost-effectiveness: China’s advantage in economies of scale and efficient production makes Chinese furniture prices very competitive compared to local options.
- Comprehensive supply chain and wide product selection: China has a complete supply chain for raw materials and offers a wide range of styles, materials, and price points. From modern minimalism to traditional classics, Chinese furniture comes in diverse varieties to meet different market and consumer needs.
- Quality and craftsmanship: China’s furniture manufacturing has a long history and rich experience, especially in complex craftsmanship and high-quality standards.
- Innovation and design: Chinese furniture manufacturers increasingly focus on design and innovation, collaborating with international designers to create new products that align with global market trends.
- Customization services: Many Chinese manufacturers offer customization services, designing and producing furniture based on specific customer requirements.
Summary: If you need to purchase a large number of products and have certain quality requirements, importing from China is definitely worth it.
1. You can use e-commerce platforms such as Alibaba, Global Sources, and Made-in-China, where you will find many suppliers
2. Social media is another option, as most suppliers now use social media to promote their products.
3. We are also a very high-quality supplier. We produce a wide range of products in our own factory and also help customers with bundled procurement and help ship to your country address
4. If you prefer offline procurement,Foshan Lecong International Furniture City is an excellent choice, offering a wide variety of products at very favorable prices.
How to from Guangzhou to get Lecong Furniture Market ?
Lecong Furniture Market located in Lecong Town in Shunde District of Foshan is the best-known wholesale marketplace for furniture. If you want to get from Guangzhou to Foshan Lecong Furniture Market, you have the following options:
1. By metro & bus:
Reach KuiQilu station, exit C. Take bus #255A from the bus stop right on the C exit, bus fare 3-4 RMB (remember you should pay the exact amount, drivers don’t give change). It takes 15-20 minutes just let the driver see the address of your destination and he’ll tell you when to get off.
2. By bus:
The nearest bus station to Lecong Furniture Market is Lecong Bus Station (2.5 km away), which has frequent bus service to or from Guangzhou South Railway Station, Guangzhou Fangcun Bus Station, Guangzhou Bus Station, Liuhua Bus Station and Guangzhou Jiaokou Bus Station
3. By taxi:
Foshan is not very far from Guangzhou, you can hire a taxi anywhere in Guangzhou to Foshan. But taxi fare will be a bit high. around RMB100-120 ( Using ride-hailing apps like Didi is more economical）
No#3 How to pay chinese supplier ?
Common payment methods used by suppliers include:
- Bank Transfer: The most common method.
- PayPal: A widely used online payment system.
- Alipay: A popular payment platform in China.
- Using a Purchasing Agent: Payment through a purchasing agent.
- Western Union: Another commonly used international payment service.
- Cash
No#4 What is the payment terms ?
Generally, the terms are that after we confirm the order, a 30% deposit is paid, though some may require a 50% deposit. The remaining balance is paid after the goods are completed .
No#5 How to ship to your address ?
Furniture is large cargo, typically transported by sea.
1， Shipping arrangement
1,Ask your supplier to handle
You need someone to help you arrange the shipment. You can have the supplier arrange it, which is suitable if you are purchasing from one supplier. However, if you have multiple suppliers, other methods may be more appropriate
2,You can find a freight forwarder in China to handle
Some freight forwarders offer warehousing and container loading services. You can have the freight forwarder handle coordination with suppliers and manage container loading, though this will incur additional costs.
3,Hire a purchasing agent to handle
You can hire a purchasing agent to help you handle receiving goods and container loading. This is also a common method.
4,we also offer consolidation services
We also offer consolidation services, which include receiving goods, warehousing, container loading, and handling customs documents. For products purchased from us, we do not charge any service fees. For products from other suppliers, we charge a very reasonable service fee. We assist clients in coordinating with other factories, so clients only need to deal directly with us.
2，Choose the appropriate shipping method based on the volume of goods
- FCL (Full Container Load):
- 40HQ: Can hold 68 cubic meters of goods.
- 20GP: Can hold 28 cubic meters of goods.
- Select the suitable container size based on the volume of your order.
- LCL (Less than Container Load):
- Recommended when the volume of goods is less than 10 cubic meters, as it is often more cost-effective.
3, After loading the container is completed
When using FCL
After loading the container, the person assisting you with the loading will take care of customs declaration in China and prepare the packing list, commercial invoice, necessary certificates, and send the bill of lading documents to you
When the goods arrive at the destination port, you have three options for customs clearance
You can have the freight forwarder in China handle customs clearance and delivery at the destination port.
They will have partner agents at the destination port. This way, you only need to contact the freight forwarder directly, which is very convenient and a common practice, but it might be more expensive 。
You can find a customs clearance agent in the destination country.
Once the goods arrive at the port, you can have them handle customs clearance and delivery. This is also a very common and convenient choice for most customers
You can also handle customs clearance yourself.
The person in China handling the transportation for you will send you the necessary documents. You can personally submit the documents and pay the taxes at customs, and hire a vehicle to transport the container yourself. This method may be relatively complex for those without experience
When using LCL
If you choose LCL, you can have your supplier find a suitable freight forwarder, or you can find one yourself. Once the goods are ready, have your supplier deliver the goods to the warehouse designated by the freight forwarder. After the goods are received in the warehouse, you will receive an entry detail which will list the cost breakdown. Once the container is loaded, customs declaration will be made and the goods will be shipped to the destination port. After the goods arrive at the destination port, the destination port freight forwarder will complete the customs clearance and transfer the goods to the local warehouse, then contact you to arrange delivery to your home.
No#6 How much the shipping freight and other cost total ?
The costs involved in the entire transportation process include the following:
- Trucking fees from the factory to the port in China,
- Handling fees and miscellaneous charges,
- Sea freight charges,
- Customs clearance fees at the destination port,
- Import duties at the destination port, and
- Trucking fees from the destination port to your address.
The person handling the shipment for you will provide a detailed quote for costs 1, 2, and 3. Costs 4, 5, and 6 need to be confirmed separately with the agent handling customs clearance at the destination port.
No# 7 Final words :
Importing furniture from China is generally very worthwhile, provided you can find reliable people to assist you. If you have any needs in this regard, feel free to contact me.
