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The American market is one of the most attractive for entrepreneurs from all over the world. Its huge purchasing power, developed infrastructure, and high demand for a wide variety of products make it a true goldmine. However, entering this market and successfully selling there is a task with a star. There are specific rules, legal nuances, and logistical challenges. In this article, DiFFreight experts will help you understand how to sell in the USA from other countries, as well as provide practical advice on developing a product-based business.
One of the most popular business models is reselling goods in the USA that are purchased in other countries, primarily in China. This scheme allows you to earn high profits from exports due to the difference between the cost of production and the market price in the United States. The whole process can be divided into several stages.
There are several directions where you can purchase products for further wholesale and retail sales.
In China. The huge assortment of goods and low cost make China an ideal place for procurement. Here you can find everything — from electronics and accessories to clothing and household goods.
In other countries. Depending on the niche, you can purchase products in Europe, Asia, or even Ukraine. The main thing is to find a product that will be in demand in the States.
Our specialists can carry out an inspection of the shipment at the supplier’s warehouse to eliminate defects. We will help prepare the goods (contract and accompanying documents check, packaging) so that the delivery of goods from China to Ukraine or directly to the USA goes smoothly and without delays.
After purchasing, the goods are sent either to your warehouse for further shipping to America or directly to the partner’s warehouse.
Shipping goods from Ukraine to the USA with DiFFreight means benefiting from experience and understanding all the pitfalls of sales. We help with selecting the optimal route, preparing documents, and providing customs support.
The goods can be sold through your own website or through large marketplaces such as eBay and others.
The FBA model is gaining particular popularity, where goods are first shipped to an Amazon warehouse, and then the service itself handles storage and logistics. Therefore, our services also include delivering goods to the Amazon FBA warehouse.
This model allows entrepreneurs from anywhere in the world to start their online business in the USA without the need to be physically present in the country.
Selling goods to America is a big step. To make it successful, it is important to consider all the details and avoid common mistakes.
These tips will help you avoid many pitfalls and build a profitable venture.
Knowing how to sell goods in the USA will allow you to act according to a clear plan and avoid losing profits through trial and error. There are several sales channels.
Use popular platforms such as Shopify or the widely used BigCommerce. They offer all the necessary tools to create and manage your site.
Advantages: you have full control over your brand, design, and customer base.
Disadvantages: significant effort and budget are required for marketing and promotion to attract traffic and customers.
You will also have to handle storage and order fulfillment yourself, or use third-party fulfillment services.
The most popular platforms include not only Amazon — eBay and Walmart’s marketplace, which are gaining momentum, also deserve this title.
Advantages: a huge audience ready to buy. Marketplaces provide ready-made tools for sales and promotion.
Disadvantages: high competition, sales commissions, and strict rules for everything, including payments. You do not own the customer base.
Marketplaces offer their own fulfillment services, which greatly simplify the process. Our company, DiFFreight, has extensive experience in preparing and delivering goods to FBA warehouses.
Entering the US market is always a deliberate decision. You can start selling on marketplaces and then, once you have gained experience, open your own store and develop your brand.
To build a successful and long-lasting business, it is important to follow the rules, be honest with customers, and have a reliable logistics partner. Our company, DiFFreight, will help you at every stage — from consulting on route selection and logistics to final delivery to the warehouse. We will help you avoid mistakes, reduce transportation costs, and establish a reliable supply chain.
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