\n| 5<\/td>\n | TradeKey<\/td>\n | An international B2B marketplace connecting manufacturers, traders, wholesalers, importers, and exporters across many product categories, including furniture and home-related products.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n However, being listed on a B2B marketplace does not automatically mean a supplier is suitable for your order<\/strong>. Wholesalers should still verify the company’s legal information, factory location, production capacity, export experience, samples, and payment details before placing a large order.<\/p>\n<\/span>3. Work with Sourcing Agents<\/span><\/h3>\nPartnering with an experienced local sourcing agency is ideal for buyers who cannot travel to Vietnam or who need full support with factory audits, pre-shipment inspections, and logistics.<\/p>\n \n\n\nSourcing Agent<\/strong><\/td>\nIndustries \/ Focus<\/strong><\/td>\nMain Services<\/strong><\/td>\nContact Information<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Cosmo Sourcing<\/td>\n | Furniture, home d\u00e9cor, homewares, rattan, wicker, bamboo, apparel, outdoor goods and other consumer products<\/td>\n | Factory sourcing, supplier vetting, quotations, sampling, factory audits, QC and shipping support. The company uses a fixed-fee model rather than commissions on orders.<\/td>\n | Email:<\/strong> info@cosmosourcing.com<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Primo Sourcing<\/td>\n | Strong focus on Vietnam manufacturing, including furniture and related products<\/td>\n | Supplier search, factory shortlist, audits, samples, quotation comparison, PO management, production tracking, QC and export support.<\/td>\n | Email:<\/strong> alice@primovn.com; Phone:<\/strong> +84 909 870 373; Office:<\/strong> N7 Tower, 3 3-2 Street, Vuon Lai Ward, HCMC.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| MoveToAsia<\/td>\n | Vietnam and Southeast Asia sourcing for SMEs and international companies<\/td>\n | Supplier identification, qualification, product development, factory tours, supplier management, QC, warehousing and consolidation.<\/td>\n | Email:<\/strong> contact@movetoasia.com; WhatsApp:<\/strong> +84 707 527 789; Office:<\/strong> A Space Building, An Khanh Ward, HCMC.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/span>How to Import Paper Rope Pendant Lampshades from Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/span>1. Define Product Requirements<\/span><\/h3>\nBefore contacting Vietnamese suppliers, prepare a detailed Product Specification Sheet (Tech Pack). Clear instructions prevent misunderstandings during sampling and mass production.<\/p>\n \n- Dimensions:<\/strong> Outer diameter, inner height, and top\/bottom opening sizes (in cm or inches).<\/li>\n
- Inner Metal Frame Details:<\/strong> Iron wire diameter (e.g., 3mm to 5mm), frame shape, and surface finish (powder-coated anti-rust coating in black, white, or brass).<\/li>\n
- Paper Rope Specifications:<\/strong> Fiber thickness (e.g., 2mm, 3mm, or 4mm), color finish (natural kraft, bleached white, or custom pantone dye), and weave pattern (open-mesh, spiral, or lattice).<\/li>\n
- Fitting and Accessories:<\/strong> Light socket collar size (e.g., E26 for US\/North America, E27 for EU\/UK\/Australia, E14 for small fixtures), plus cord set inclusions if applicable.<\/li>\n
- Packaging and Structure:<\/strong> Fixed frame vs. Knock-Down (KD) collapsible structure, inner polybag requirements, drop-test rating, and master carton markings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>2. Verify Suppliers<\/span><\/h3>\nTo protect your business from scams and quality failures, confirm that the Vietnamese factory is legitimate and fully qualified to export.<\/p>\n Follow these steps to conduct thorough supplier verification<\/p>\n \n- Check the Business Registration<\/li>\n
- Verify Export Qualifications: Ask for redacted copies of past Bills of Lading (B\/L) to verify previous export shipments to your target region (US, EU, or Australia).<\/li>\n
- Audit Factory Facilities: Request a video walk-through or a virtual audit of their weaving workshops, frame-welding stations, and warehouse.<\/li>\n
- Check the Business Registration: Ask for quality and social compliance certificates, such as ISO 9001, BSCI, SMETA, or FSC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>3. Request Samples and Quotations<\/span><\/h3>\nOnce you shortlist 2 to 3 verified manufacturers, request initial price quotes (RFQs) and sample prototypes.<\/p>\n <\/span>4. Negotiate Pricing and Trade Terms<\/span><\/h3>\nKey terms global buyers should consider when drafting a sales contract with international suppliers:<\/p>\n \n- Trade Terms (Incoterms 2020): Defines cost division, delivery location, and risk transfer point between buyer and seller (e.g., FOB, CIF, DAP, FCA).<\/li>\n
- Detailed Product Specifications: Clearly states materials, exact dimensions, colors, tolerances, and design structures (including OEM\/ODM specs or flat-pack\/KD designs).<\/li>\n
- Payment Terms and Schedule: Specifies payment method (T\/T, L\/C), deposit percentage (typically 30%), and ties the balance payment (typically 70%) to passing pre-shipment quality inspection.<\/li>\n
- Production Schedule & Delivery Lead Time<\/li>\n
- Packaging & Labeling Requirements<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
<\/span>5. Confirm Import Requirements in Your Country<\/span><\/h3>\nBefore signing the final contract, check the legal import requirements, safety standards, and customs tariffs in your destination country.<\/p>\n Electrical Safety Standards: If sourcing complete lighting sets with electrical cords, ensure components comply with local laws:<\/p>\n \n- USA \/ Canada: UL \/ ETL-listed electrical cords and sockets.<\/li>\n
- European Union: CE marking, RoHS compliance, and REACH regulation for chemical limits.<\/li>\n
- United Kingdom: UKCA certification.<\/li>\n
- Australia \/ New Zealand: SAA certification for electrical components.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If importing into the EU, UK, or CPTPP member countries, request a Certificate of Origin (Form EUR.1 or Form CPTPP) from the supplier to claim duty-free or reduced tariff treatment.<\/p>\n <\/span>6. Prepare Export Documentation<\/span><\/h3>\nThe Vietnamese exporter must prepare accurate shipping documents to clear customs in Vietnam and enable smooth entry at your destination port.<\/p>\n Ensure your supplier provides the following mandatory documents:<\/p>\n \n- Commercial Invoice<\/li>\n
- Packing List<\/li>\n
- Bill of Lading (B\/L)<\/li>\n
- Certificate of Origin (C\/O)<\/li>\n
- Fumigation Certificate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>7. Arrange Shipping and Logistics<\/span><\/h3>\nChoosing between sea freight<\/strong> and air freight<\/strong> depends on your order volume, urgency, budget, and retail strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\nShipping method<\/strong><\/td>\nSea Freight<\/strong><\/td>\nAir Freight<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nTransit Time<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n- To Asia-Pacific (Australia, Japan, South Korea):<\/strong> 10 \u2013 18 days (Direct) \/ 19 \u2013 28 days (Transshipment).<\/li>\n
- To North America (USA, Canada):<\/strong> 20 \u2013 30 days to the West Coast; 32 \u2013 45 days to the East Coast.<\/li>\n
- To Europe (UK, EU Countries):<\/strong> 28 \u2013 40 days (depending on carrier routes and port congestion).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- Standard Air Freight (Airport-to-Airport):<\/strong> 3 \u2013 8 days worldwide.<\/li>\n
- Express Courier (DHL, FedEx, UPS – Door-to-Door):<\/strong> 2 \u2013 5 business days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\nCost<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n- FCL (Full Container Load):<\/strong> A 20ft container typically costs between $1,500 \u2013 $3,500<\/strong>, while a 40ft High Cube (HC) container costs between $2,500 \u2013 $5,500+<\/strong><\/li>\n
- LCL (Less than Container Load):<\/strong> Approximately $20 \u2013 $80 per CBM<\/strong> (Cubic Meter).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
Standard air freight ranges from $3.50 \u2013 $8.00+ per kg<\/strong> depending on total weight and destination.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nAdvantages<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n- Lowest Cost Per Unit:<\/strong>Extremely economical for large volume orders, maximizing profit margins.<\/li>\n
- High Capacity:<\/strong> Accommodates bulk orders of large, rigid lampshades easily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- Speed to Market:<\/strong> Extremely fast delivery allows rapid inventory replenishment or meeting tight seasonal retail launch dates.<\/li>\n
- Higher Security & Lower Mold Risk:<\/strong> Short transit time reduces exposure to sea humidity and environmental degradation.<\/li>\n
- Simplified Customs:<\/strong> Express air couriers often bundle customs brokerage into their door-to-door services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\nDisadvantages<\/strong><\/td>\n\n\n- Longer Lead Times:<\/strong> Requires advance planning (4 to 8 weeks ahead).<\/li>\n
- Humidity & Mold Risks:<\/strong> Extended ocean transit across climate zones increases humidity exposure inside containers, requiring desiccant packs (silica gel) and moisture-proof outer packaging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
\n\n- High Freight Cost:<\/strong> Can cost
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