You are most likely aware of the advantages of this project and its high profits; Bags or bags are a part of our daily lives, people of all ages need them, plus China is the world's largest bag producer, and you will find all varieties of bags at very low prices!

To ensure that you successfully import bags from China and do not encounter problems or losses, dear readers, we have provided you with a comprehensive guide on how to safely import bags and where to find suppliers.

The most important place and market for China's imported luggage Travel to China to import bags: you can easily find suppliers by visiting specialist cities and commercial markets that sell all kinds of bags.

Guangzhou and Yiwu are two of the most popular cities for luggage suppliers in China, you can also visit the Canton Fair in Guangzhou, as well as the famous Futian market in Yiwu， you will be surprised by the diversity of luggage varieties, and the distribution of suppliers is very wide.

In addition to Guangzhou and Yiwu, you can also find suppliers in different cities, such as:

Zhejiang City.

Ningbo City.

Fujian City.

Shanghai.

Shandong Province.

The most important business market in China, you can find bag suppliers here

1. Guangzhou Baiyun World leather goods trading center

It is the largest leather and leather bag trading center in China, with a market area of 2,000 square meters and more than 1,100 shops.

You will find many bags of different qualities and specifications, from which you can also wholesale or retail, as the market is characterized by low "MOQ". (Minimum order size: MOQ)

2. Yiwu International Trade City

It is the largest wholesale market in China, covering almost all kinds of small commodities.

Overall, the AIWU market is cheaper, but you have to be resourceful to find excellent deals.

Product quality is relatively low compared with Guangzhou, Shenzhen and other places, especially leather products.

The market is huge and it is recommended that you have a general idea of where your product is located before you go there to explore, as it will take you days or even weeks to get there.

You can find bag products in the second section of the market.

3. Sino-Hong Kong Leather City

This is a very large luggage and leather bag sales center in Guangzhou, here you can find many suppliers, you can contact them and get what you want.

4. Jinyi Leather goods Square

There are different quantities of leather bags on the market, such as:

Leather handbag.

A leather jacket.

Leather backpack.

Yisen Leather Building

Knowing that the market specializes in leather and leather bags, you will find that the types and types of bags are very large.

What items do you find when importing bags from China?

Considering that bags are everyday use items, they come in many types and shapes and vary in their use, the most prominent types when importing bags from China are:

1. Women's shoulder bag is a bag designed for women with a belt that can be carried over the shoulder.

2. Rope bags: A different type of bag in the idea of making bags, they have long straps, come in several shapes, and can also be slung over the shoulder.

3. Fanny packs: These are small bags that tie around the hips, such as those worn by travelers and tourists.

4. Handbag: a small bag held in the hand.

5. Backpack: A bag worn on the back, such as a school bag, which varies in size and material, as well as a variety of items used to hold a personal computer.

6. Business bag: Medium-sized bag, usually made of leather.

7.Travel bags: To meet travel needs, they are slightly larger bags that have wheels that can be dragged.

The main components of these species are also different, such as:

1. Natural skin.

2. Treated artificial leather.

3. Cloth.

4. Straw.

What specifications should I consider when importing bags from China?

When importing bags from China, you need to pay attention to many specifications, especially if you want to customize a specific type of bag for yourself. Or you are looking for a specific quality bag.

The most important of these are:

Determine the type of material involved in making the bag and determine the color and size.

It is common to have your own brand or logo printed on the bag, by digitally printing, embroidering or adding small metal plates to the bag.

Adding pockets to the bag, in line with the needs of the market, such as pockets for water bottles, small pockets for mobile phones, internal pockets, when ordering from the supplier, you must clearly state what you want in the pocket and its location.

The length of the belt you want, as well as its nature (metal ring - belt - etc.)

As we have seen in the bag type, the length of the belt varies according to the bag type.

The type and design of the fastener, and pay attention to the quality of the zipper inside the bag, because it is a key element of the bag manufacturing, if the quality of the fastener is low, it may lead to the damage of the bag, resulting in a lack of demand for the bag.

The safety standards and specifications required in your country for leather and chemicals involved in the luggage manufacturing process.

Before submitting your application to the supplier, you should take note of all these specifications and write them out accurately and in detail in the product specification sheet.

How to import bags from China?

Now let's go through the steps to import bags from China to ensure you import them safely and understand the most important points when importing these products.

First : market research and economic feasibility of the project

That is to say, look for the market you are going to sell to, the customers you are going to target, and analyze it to determine supply and demand, to determine the number of bag types you are going to import, and you have to research your competitors and determine their strengths and weaknesses in order to stand out in the market and be a strong player in the market.

Economic feasibility study

This is an important step when launching any business to ensure its success.

Feasibility study requirements:

Determine the cost of importing bags from China, including (research cost - goods cost - shipping cost - customs clearance cost - shipping agent and customs broker cost (if any) - bag inspection cost - marketing cost and others)

Determine the price of bags in the market.

An estimate of the rate of profit and expected profit.

Second : Find suppliers

Having selected the target product and its required features, you must now find and communicate with suppliers.

There are two ways to search:

Import bags from China online

You can search CHINA B2B platforms and find and connect with trusted suppliers such as ALIBABA, MADE IN CHIAN, GLOBALSOURCE, CHINA GOODS.

This method features low search costs, but you run the risk of vendor fraud, value related to money theft or low quality, and other fraudulent methods.

In order to avoid these risks, it is necessary to check the background of the supplier (request certificate - determine the number of customers - supplier activity), and to inspect the goods and pass the inspection by a third party (quality inspection company), before loading and paying the balance.

Travel to import bags from China

That is, to import directly from China.

Therefore, you must first make travel arrangements to China, as some countries require a visa to enter China. Then you can visit markets, specialist cities or trade fairs.

Importing offline from China is a bit more expensive because you have to cover travel, accommodation, etc., but it is safer than importing online because you will meet suppliers in person, visit factories and get to know the quality of their work up close.

Third :  Get a quote

You have to contact multiple suppliers in order to get many different bag quotes and compare to choose the best supplier. Due to the fierce competition between vendors, you will get different slightly lower prices, and you can learn about features, varieties, and drawbacks that you didn't know before.

Fourth :  Compare offers and choose the best supplier

Suppliers must now be cleaned up and sorted into potential suppliers; Suppliers that offer good quotes, prices close to the price of the product, good customer service and can meet all your requirements. Exclude suppliers; They are the vendors who are overpriced or underpriced and can't meet your requirements.

Suppliers do not need to have all the specifications to evaluate whether they are potential suppliers or excluded suppliers, for example, you can choose a supplier with a slightly higher price but with good shipping terms.

You can evaluate suppliers by a number of key points, such as their ability to meet your requirements (quality - lead time - etc.).

Fifth : Get a sample

Obtaining a sample of the bag from the supplier guarantees the safety of the import process, as you will be able to identify the supplier's trustworthiness, check the sample and match it to your requirements before you pay a deposit to the supplier and signal it to start production.

Sixth :  Negotiate with suppliers and select suppliers

This is an important step in getting good results from importing bags from China.

You can negotiate with suppliers on quality, price and deposit, shipping terms, payment terms and packaging.

Therefore, you must choose the best supplier to deal with you.

Seven：Payment

Payment methods in China vary according to different suppliers and their preferences, but this does not prevent you from negotiating with the supplier on your preferred payment method in order to reach a mutual agreement with you and securely transfer your funds.

Some of the most common payment methods include:

1. Traditional payment: Transfer from your bank to the supplier's bank, done in two ways:

Inter-bank documentary credit.

Wire Transfer - TT

2. Electronic payment: that is, online payment, the most well-known platforms are:

PayPal (paypal)

escrow

Payoneer

Wise transfer

Debit and credit cards Credit cards.

If you are in China, please use wechat

Alibaba if you import from it

3. Other payment methods

Pay in cash.

Western Union.

The exchange Company.

Do not pay the full amount until the goods have been inspected to ensure that they are safe and up to standard.

You can do it yourself, but if you are new to international trade, we recommend using a quality inspection company.

If your company name and location are well-known, you can also negotiate with suppliers about the possibility of future imports.

Eighth: Transport and customs clearance

Depending on your budget, you can ship your luggage from China in two different ways.

By air: If you are in a hurry to get your goods to arrive, this is a quick way to transport your luggage.

Sea freight: This is the most common way because the cost is lower compared to air freight, but the goods take a long time to reach the destination.

Dealing with a Chinese freight forwarder will make your shipping job easier in many ways, as the forwarder will take care of all the formalities and get you the best freight rates.

If you are a beginner, we recommend that you work with a freight forwarder to avoid getting into trouble and feeling frustrated the first time.

Customs clearance

Any type of import requires legal documents and documents to show to customs and allow the goods to enter the market.

The required documents and certificates are different in each country, you can consult the customs clearance office or the government website to find out.

In general, the following are the most important documents required when importing bags from China:

1. Certificate of origin. This is a certificate required for any imported product.

2. Import and export license - proof that the imported product has been licensed in the country of origin or the country of delivery.

3. A bill of lading is a document that provides detailed information about the goods, including the terms of delivery and the destination of the goods.

4. Proof of insurance: Proof of insurance covers your goods against loss or damage.

5. Commercial invoice: A document issued by the exporter showing the total value of the goods and the goods sold, the terms of payment, and proof of your ownership of the goods.

6. Entry declaration: A document issued by a customs authority showing details of the quantity, type, destination and origin of the goods.

7. Sales contract: A document prepared jointly by the exporter and the importer, setting out the terms and conditions of delivery or exchange of the goods and the price.

8. Tax card - the first legal document that grants you permission to practice law.

9. Packing list: Shows the contents, quantities and specifications of each individual case You can also deal with a customs broker in order to safely clear your goods without suffering delays or problems.

You should also pay attention to the issue of good packaging, as the bag may be exposed to moisture or dust if it is improperly packed and unsafe.

How do I start importing bags from China?

You first research the market you want to target, people's demand for bags, survey the number of competitors, analyze it, then determine exactly what type of bags you want to import, and then prepare a feasibility study for the project and understand how much you can safely import.