"exporting to china"

CW CPA offers a comprehensive ‘how to’ guide for finding a Chinese distributor and the key things you should consider when choosing one, from contracts to IP protection So you’ve decided it’s time your company expanded into China. Inexperienced, unfamiliar with the market and concerned about high upfront costs, you are, however, not ready to take the plunge fully into uncharted waters. Working with a local distributor is often touted… …

From registering a trademark in China to protecting it once your business is established, for companies that want to export to China, IPR doesn’t have to be complicated, writes Daniel de Prado, Partner at HFG IP Protecting your trade mark and the distinctive signs and external appearance of your products in China should be one of the first and most crucial steps taken by any company aiming to develop its… …

UK goods exports to China rose 0.9% to £22.4 billion in 2023, highlighting China’s vast potential as a market. While this is an exciting prospect for UK businesses, it is essential to conduct market research before leaping head-first into the China market The size, growth and maturity of the China market must mean there is space for everyone to win, right? Maybe. According to Andrew Cameron, director at Asia-based brand… …

On 8 March 2023, the Chinese Ambassador to the Netherlands, Tan Jian, submitted China’s instrument of accession to the Convention of 5 October 1961, Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents Also known as the Apostille Convention, the convention simplifies the procedure for certifying documents between two countries, replacing the need for local certification or notarisation with a certification called an Apostille issued by a “competent authority” in… …

In the third of our series on exporting to China, Kristina Koehler-Coluccia from Woodburn Global reviews the main routes to the China market, from e-commerce to distributors  Deciding on the right route to enter the China market is the first step if you want to export and sell into the country, whether that’s through cross-border e-commerce or a local distributor. The second step is to evaluate your market potential. There… …

As Britain shifts away from manufacturing, a new generation of innovators are exporting their ideas to China in a bid to make cities smarter, writes Tom Pattinson For centuries Britain has been exporting high-quality products around the world and we can see this tradition continuing today. However, as the number of manufacturing companies in the UK decreases, Britain is increasingly exporting ideas over products. Much of this comes in the… …

On 30 January, CBBC hosted China Consumer Scotland 2025 at drinks brand Edrington’s Glasgow headquarters. The event focused on Scottish consumer brands in China, with a strong presence of whisky makers and luxury clothing companies in the audience. CBBC’s Director of Consumer Economy, Antoaneta Becker, welcomed attendees and introduced the state of the Chinese market in the Year of the Snake. She highlighted that while challenges exist in operating within the Chinese… …

Social commerce, a blend of social media and e-commerce, has become a key part of the retail landscape in the country – so what are the top social commerce platforms in China, and the trends that British businesses need to know? Social commerce combines social interaction with online shopping, leveraging platforms where users can share, discuss, and directly purchase products. This seamless integration has created an engaging and influential ecosystem… …

China’s new guidelines on artificial intelligence regulation aim to strengthen the regulatory framework surrounding AI development and deployment. The guidelines establish stricter standards for AI ethics, data security and transparency, aiming to address concerns about safety, privacy, and accountability. For companies involved in AI research, development, or implementation in China, these new guidelines present critical compliance requirements. Key provisions of the new guidelines on AI regulation How can businesses comply… …

BE Education has become a prominent player in bridging the gap between the British and Chinese education systems. What started as a simple favour for a friend has grown into a business that not only helps Chinese students enter prestigious British schools but also fosters cultural exchange and understanding between the two nations   BE Education’s story began when William Vanbergen, a British entrepreneur, came to China over 20 years …