Dropshipping from China – Complete Guide

In the fierce competition of cross-border e-commerce, Temu and Amazon represent two distinct business models: Temu uses “ultra-low prices” as its weapon, relying on China’s supply chain resources and Pinduoduo’s traffic support to attract price-sensitive users, focusing on “dirt-cheap” small commodities and fast fashion; Amazon focuses on “quality and efficiency,” with a strict quality control system, global logistics network, and Prime membership ecosystem, catering to consumers across all income levels, especially meeting the long-term value needs of middle and high-income groups. The competition between the two is not just about price wars but also about the essence of consumer demand—choosing between “low-price fast consumption” or “quality assurance + efficient service.” This article will conduct an in-depth comparison from three dimensions: pricing strategy, quality control, and shipping and logistics, revealing their core differences and providing consumers with clear decision-making references. Price Temu Temu has ultimate low price.For example, a T-shirt on Temu might only cost 10 yuan or even lower. It sources directly from Chinese factories, eliminating the middlemen to earn the difference, and also uses platform subsidies to spend money, all to attract users. But the problem is, in order to reduce costs, the clothes might be made of cheap fabric, which pills and unravels after just a few wears. Temu directly connects with factories in Yiwu and Guangzhou, cutting out the middlemen, and with Pinduoduo’s money for subsidies, that’s why the prices can be so low. But the problems are: slow logistics (it may take more than 20 days to receive goods), and the packaging is also simple, making it easy for things to break; Some products may be sold at a loss, relying on attracting new users and […]

Lately, lots of sellers have been saying that their Shopify store got blocked not long after they opened it, and their appeals were unsuccessful. They have no idea what happened, and it’s a real headache.You’ve invested a lot of time and effort, and you’ve even started to see an increase in sales, and then all of a sudden, your store gets closed. Why are stores getting closed? Shopify’s got strict rules about certain products, and if your stuff doesn’t comply with the platform’s policies, they might take it down or even close your store.Some sellers might not even know they’re breaking the rules, and they find out when their accounts get suspended and their funds get frozen. If you’re thinking about opening a Shopify store or already have one but aren’t sure if your products are allowed, it’s crucial to know which products you can’t sell or aren’t suitable for sale.Today, we’re going to go into more detail so you can avoid these issues and make sure your store is operating safely. Tobacco, Hookahs, and E-cigarettes  Tobacco, e-cigarettes, cigars, and fireworks are all completely banned on Shopify. Whether you sell traditional cigarettes, high-end cigars, or niche e-cigarettes, they are not available on Shopify. Even if your target market allows the sale of these products, Shopify still doesn’t support them, and all related items will be taken off the shelves outright, which may even result in the store being blocked. Some sellers may think: “I’m only selling vapes and oils, not tobacco itself, so I should be fine, right?” But the truth is, as long as your products are involved in the tobacco or e-cigarette industry, you run the risk of […]

In April 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of tariff policies dubbed “Liberation Day.” He claimed these tariffs would boost American manufacturing, protect jobs, and imposed additional duties on goods imported from dozens of so-called “worst offenders,” raising tariffs on Chinese products to as high as 125%. At the same time, these measures are having a profound impact on businesses operating on platforms like Shopify and on the broader cross-border e-commerce landscape. The steep rise in import costs has fundamentally reshaped the e-commerce environment, forcing sellers to embark on a quest for new supply chain solutions. In the following sections, we’ll dive into the latest developments and explore the far-reaching implications these changes hold for online businesses. Tariffs: What They Are and How They Work Simply put, tariffs are taxes you pay when buying goods from another country. In most cases, tariffs are calculated as a percentage of the product’s value. For example, if an item is worth $10 (roughly £7.59) and the tariff rate is 25%, you’d need to pay an additional $2.50 (about £1.90) in tax. Now, if a 125% tariff is applied to goods imported from China, that means a $10 product would incur an extra $12.50 in tax. So who pays this tax? It’s the companies that bring foreign goods into the U.S.—the importers. They’re the ones responsible for paying the tariff to the government. When is the tax paid? Right when the goods go through U.S. customs, the tariff has to be paid. Of course, businesses often have their own strategies. They may choose to pass on some or all of that added cost to consumers, making shoppers ultimately bear the burden. Overview […]