I am currently trying to source some products & have been emailing & conversing with potential suppliers in UK, USA & China. The product I require is not being constructed by any Irish supplier so I will need to import.
The price being quoted for the product in China is miles cheaper than USA or UK i.e.
UK- stg£3,500
USA- $4,500
China US$1,500
I have compared the specifications etc etc & all 3 products are identical. As I plan to place a substantial order (approx. 150 units) I had planned to visit the supplier no matter which country I decided upon. However I have never transacted any business in China, I don't have the language, I do not have any contacts there etc.
Has any body else found any problems in dealing in the Chinese markets? Is there any Chinese/Irish body established to provide introductions, verify Chinese bona fides etc etc?
Any other advice would also be welcome from people with experince in this area.