Several types of professionals can help. The right one depends on what you actually need.
Who can help me import from China to India?
A sourcing company is the most complete option for Indian importers — they handle factory identification, verification, production, QC, shipping, and customs clearance under one relationship. Freight forwarders handle shipping only. Yiwu agents handle sourcing in Yiwu but not India compliance. For most first-time importers, a sourcing company is the right starting point.
Costs 5–10% of order value — justified for orders above ₹2 lakh
First-time importers, complex products, compliance-sensitive categories
Usually no India compliance knowledge. Some take kickbacks from sellers. Limited to Yiwu market — not factories in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, or other industrial zones
Simple products from Yiwu market with an experienced buyer who knows India import
No sourcing capability — they don't find or verify factories. No production oversight or QC
Once you have verified suppliers and just need logistics handled
No independent verification. High fraud risk for new buyers. No India compliance guidance. Sample bait-and-switch is common
Experienced importers with verified suppliers already established
Hidden markup of 15–25%. You don't see factory price. Can't verify their supplier. They may switch factories without telling you
Tiny test orders under ₹50,000 when you want to validate a product before proper sourcing
Import Export Code from DGFT — ₹500, takes 2–3 days. Required for any import.
The 8-digit Harmonised System code determines your customs duty rate and BIS requirements.
Check business licence, B/L export history, and run a factory audit before committing.
Multiple sample rounds with written QC specs before bulk order.
30% advance, 40% on production completion, 30% before shipping — or use LC.
Mundra for Gujarat, JNPT for Maharashtra. Book 2–3 weeks before production completion.
Your CHA (Customs House Agent) handles port clearance. Budget 3–7 days at Mundra.
Juhapura, Ahmedabad · 8+ years · 150+ products sourced
Single contact from first call to warehouse delivery — no handoffs
India-specific compliance: IEC, BIS, customs duty, Mundra port
Factory verification via B/L data + physical audit — not just Alibaba
Transparent pricing: factory invoice + Alif fee shown separately
WhatsApp accessible throughout — no email-only communication
8+ years sourcing for Gujarat businesses — real India trade experience
Describe your product and situation on WhatsApp. Alif will tell you exactly who can help and how — no forms, no fees.
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