Solo Importer
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Step-by-step China sourcing for small online sellers

Import from China without feeling lost.

Solo Importer helps solo founders and small online sellers source products from China safely and cheaply – even if you don’t speak Chinese or have any importing experience.

New here? Start with the basics, then move on to 1688 and shipping tutorials.
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New articles for solo importers and small sellers.
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Is importing from China still profitable for small sellers in 2025?

Before you spend money on samples or freight, you need a clear picture of margins, realistic order sizes, and the hidden risks that most “get rich” videos never mention.

Read this first →
Profit, risk, and reality check for first-time importers.

How to use 1688 if you don’t speak Chinese (simple, screenshot-based guide)

A visual walkthrough of creating an account, searching in Chinese, reading supplier profiles, and placing a small test order with the help of translation tools.

See the full guide →
Screenshots + message templates you can copy.

How to calculate your true landed cost (including hidden shipping and fees)

Learn how to combine product cost, shipping, duties, packaging, and platform fees so you don’t launch a product that “sells well but loses money”.

Learn the cost formula →
A simple spreadsheet-style approach you can reuse for every product.