SB. Buying from China

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I used to run an electrical business, but am now retired. However, I am toying with the idea of running a part-time business from home retailing computer peripherals by mail-order. I have researched the selling end of it and there is no doubt that what I intend to market is in demand.
I have located a source in China where I can purchase the necessary stock, but never having dealt with companies abroad before, I wonder if anyone with experience can advise me with regard to any problems I may have with importing, duty VAT etc. This is a new field to me, and any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Orsen.

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  • Ted_Hutchinson
    Ted_Hutchinson Posts: 7,142 Forumite
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    The ideal person to speak with posted here a little while ago in this thread here
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  • 0rsen
    0rsen Posts: 134 Forumite
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    Well, Ted, talk about coincidence :) Thanks a lot. I'll email him.
  • System
    System Posts: 178,094 Community Admin
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    my company here has been dealing with china supplier for years and i was doing exporting business in china before i came to uk.
    if you never bought from china before then there are lots of things you need to consider, more than just duty and tax.
    i can give you advice just feel free to contact me via email michael.gu@fuda.co.uk

    Michael
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