04/09/2026
I’ve noticed a clear shift in how overseas buyers approach sourcing over the past few years.
Before, it was mostly large trading companies and professional procurement teams — they knew customs, duties, logistics, and got straight to business. Now, I‘m hearing more from small wholesalers, online sellers, shop owners, and even individual buyers. Many of them don’t understand import clearance, don‘t have a local tax ID or EORI, and have no idea how to handle duties and VAT. Their biggest fear? Cargo being held, fines, or the whole process being too complicated.
So more and more customers are asking for one all-in price — DDP — that covers everything: shipping, customs, duties, and door-to-door delivery.
To be honest, it’s pushed me to adapt as well. I used to quote mostly FOB; now I can offer DDP as well — handling all the clearance, taxes, and final delivery on my end. They save the hassle, I keep it simple.
If you‘re looking to source excavator parts from China but find the import process intimidating, just tell me what models you need. I’ll give you a straight DDP price, and you just wait for the delivery at your door.
