Importing from China safely
Payment methods and deposits, a realistic look at Trade Assurance, Incoterms for beginners, common scams, communicating with Chinese suppliers, contracts and specifications.
EU Screens 1,700 Online Listings: 560 Orders over Missing Product-Safety Information
The European Commission and national authorities reviewed almost 1,700 listings on 35 online marketplaces between May and July 2026. Only 58% contained manufacturer information, an EU responsible person and product-identification data at the same time.
CRA Reporting Starts on 11 September: What China Importers Need from Digital-Product Manufacturers
ENISA updated its FAQ for the CRA Single Reporting Platform on 4 September 2026. The platform is scheduled to begin mandatory reporting on 11 September 2026 for actively exploited vulnerabilities and serious security incidents.
France’s Ultra-Fast-Fashion Law: China Warns as Sellers Must Disclose Manufacturing Locations
China’s Ministry of Commerce urged France on 4 September 2026 to suspend implementation of its ultra-fast-fashion law. Regardless of the political warning, the French law already contains information, EPR and advertising requirements that can affect China-related textile offers.
Singapore Tightens Battery Handling: Eleven UN Numbers Move to PSA Group 2
The Singapore Port Authority has changed the PSA classification for eleven battery and battery-related dangerous-goods shipments. Importers may face additional requirements for handling, segregation, monitoring and transshipment charges in Singapore.
EU–China trade in 2026: China supplies 21.9% of EU imports
The trade figure shows scale and dependence, not a good supplier by itself. Segment risk by product and origin.
Mid-Autumn Festival and Golden Week 2026: Production and shipping deadlines
The autumn holidays arrive close together. Plan sample approval, production, QC and booking backwards from the customer ETA.
PPWR & EPR in EU cross-border sales: Who is responsible for China-sourced packaging?
A clear responsibility and data flow keeps EPR filings, packaging design and supplier information aligned across EU markets.