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Dear Supplier, Please Stop Sending Us Random Certificates!

Editorial
致中国供应商：请不要再随意发送各种证书了！ Why South African importers need actual test reports — and why a collection of impressive-looking certificates may not be enough. For South African Importers: Struggling to obtain the correct test reports from your Chinese supplier? You’re welcome to share the link to this article directly with them. A complete Simplified ... Read More
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Your NRCS LOA: A Competitive Advantage Hiding in Plain Sight

Editorial
Why South African importers should think of regulatory compliance as a business asset, not simply another expense. In business circles, there’s a popular expression: building a moat. The idea is straightforward. Just as a moat once protected a castle from unwanted visitors, a business can develop advantages that make it more ... Read More
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Too Late for Christmas Stock? Don’t Rush Your Next Import

Editorial
The window for getting new orders from overseas suppliers onto South African shelves before Christmas is rapidly closing. But missing the December rush could be an opportunity to get your next shipment right. It’s mid-October. You’ve found a promising overseas supplier, negotiated a competitive price and identified a product that ... Read More
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Importing Electric Bikes from China? Check the Whole System Before You Order

News
Electric two- and three-wheeler imports into South Africa are growing rapidly. But the compliance question can extend far beyond the vehicle itself — to batteries, chargers, battery-swapping stations and wireless equipment. South Africa’s market for electric two-wheelers is becoming increasingly difficult for importers to ignore. Recent Chinese customs data reported ... Read More