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Your easy-to-follow primer on the exciting world of import/export With an increased focus on global trade, this new edition of Import/Export Kit For Dummies provides entrepreneurs and small- to mid-sized businesses with the critical, entry-point information they need to begin exporting their products around the world—as well as importing goods to sell. Inside, you'll find the most up-to-date information on trade regulations, where to turn for additional guidance on seamlessly navigating the dreaded red tape, and much more.
With significant changes in technology, expanding economics, and international trade agreements, the global marketplace continues to grow and change rapidly. In fact, companies that do business internationally are proven to grow faster and fail less often than companies that don't. This authoritative reference is packed with everything you need to get started, so why not get in on the game while the going is good?
Gets you up to speed on the lingo of international business
Shows you how to follow guidelines for developing a successful business and marketing plan
Helps you understand distributor and agent agreement outlines
Offers unprecedented insight on pinpointing the right markets for your import/export business
Importing and exporting goods is a valuable way to expand your business and take part in the global economy, and this hands-on, friendly guide shows you how.
Contents
Introduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Import/Export 5
Chapter 1: Introducing Import/Export 7
Chapter 2: Figuring Out Your Role in the Import/Export Business 17
Chapter 3: Rules and Regulations to Consider Before You Get Started 31
Chapter 4: Organizing for Import and Export Operations 47
Part II: Selecting Products and Finding Suppliers 65
Chapter 5: Selecting the Right Products 67
Chapter 6: Connecting with Overseas Suppliers for Your Imports 73
Chapter 7: Everything You Need to Know about Alibaba.com 85
Chapter 8: Finding U.S Suppliers for Your Exports 93
Part III: Identifying Your Target Market and Finding Customers 103
Chapter 9: Looking at Marketing 105
Chapter 10: Researching Export Markets 129
Chapter 11: Researching Import Markets 139
Chapter 12: Making Export Contacts and Finding Customers 149
Chapter 13: Locating Customers for Your Imports 159
Part IV: Negotiating Around the World 167
Chapter 14: How Negotiations Work 169
Chapter 15: What Makes Global Negotiating Different 177
Chapter 16: Doing Business around the World 187
Part V: Completing the Transaction: International Trade Procedures and Regulations 217
Chapter 17: Making the Sale: Pricing, Quotes, and Shipping Terms 219
Chapter 18: Methods of Payment 227
Chapter 19: Packing and Shipping with the Right Documentation 249
Chapter 20: Getting Your Goods: Customs Requirements and the Entry Process 267
Part VI: The Part of Tens 289
Chapter 21: Ten Keys to Becoming a Successful Importer 291
Chapter 22: Ten Keys to Becoming a Successful Exporter 297
Part VII: Appendixes 303
Appendix A: Resources 305
Appendix B: Multilingual Cross-Reference for International Shipping Terms 315
Appendix C: Online Resources 323
Index 329
