Preface
Title, author, why the book was written, how to use it, disclaimer.
Part 1 – Fundamentals & Reality
Why importing is harder than it looks. Trade goods vs. private label, capital, time, expectations, business models.
Part 2 – Product & Strategy
Product selection, market understanding over tool-faith, differentiation over copying, product development, lifecycle.
Part 3 – Sourcing & Suppliers
Global sourcing markets, platforms (Alibaba, 1688), manufacturers vs. agencies, selecting manufacturers in China.
Part 4 – Production Preparation
Briefing, specifications, files: turning an idea into a producible system.
Part 5 – Samples & Validation
Samples, tests, Golden Sample: from prototype to production release.
Part 6 – Production & Quality
Production, monitoring, AQL: measuring quality instead of debating it.
Part 7 – Law & Regulation (EU & USA)
CE, GPSR, US liability, Proposition 65: what decides if you can sell.
Part 8 – Packaging & EPR
PPWR and EPR: packaging becomes a regulated product.
Part 9 – Logistics & Import
Sea freight, Incoterms, customs, HS code: from factory to warehouse.