Find & qualify suppliers, verify EU compliance and calculate total costs (landed cost) — before you place your order.
VZ Trade covers the operational execution from sourcing to import – structured, documented, actionable.
Identification of suitable manufacturers, structured quote comparison. Assessment of MOQ, lead time, payment terms, capacity, quality level and communication ability.
Classification of product-specific requirements (e.g. CE, labeling, warnings). Plausibility check of existing documents (DoC, test reports, technical documents, MSDS).
Compare freight quotes, align Incoterms and transparently calculate total costs (transport, customs, local charges, ancillary costs). Basis for reliable margins before ordering.
China has long produced not only entry-level goods – but also high-quality, durable products for global markets. What matters is not the country of origin, but a clean process.
Quality and compliance come from clear specifications, qualified suppliers, defined quality criteria and traceable documentation – not from luck or hope.
VZ Trade handles the operational execution of procurement projects in China – from supplier search to the structured preparation of imports to Germany/EU.
The focus is not on presentations or pure consulting, but on reliable results: qualified manufacturers, verified documents, clear specifications, transparent total costs and traceable decision bases before ordering.
In China, it is not just price that matters – but structure, communication and control. VZ Trade acts as the operational interface between manufacturer and European company.
Factory visits, negotiations and structured on-site inspections are conducted with full documentation and a clear basis for decision-making. The goal is a reliable supply chain – not a short-term deal.
Structured workflow from first requirements to repeatable delivery – documented, actionable, reliable.
Target price, quantities, timeline, quality criteria and Incoterms are defined before the RFQ. Clear responsibilities and requirements create a reliable project foundation.
Result: Comparable quotes + structured project startIdentification of suitable manufacturers and structured quote comparison. Assessment of MOQ, lead time, payment terms, capacity and quality level.
Result: Shortlist + comparison + recommendation of top optionsClassification of requirements per product category and plausibility check of existing documents – with to-do list, responsibilities and next steps.
Result: Transparency on admissibility + open itemsBinding definition of material, dimensions, tolerances, packaging and labeling. Sample inspection and approval as the basis for series production.
Result: Series quality secured – deviations corrected before production startSelection and comparison of freight forwarder. Alignment of Incoterms and handover points. Landed cost overview as a basis for realistic margins.
Result: Plannable supply chain from China to DE/EUThese risks do not arise from China – but from missing structure, control and clear handovers.
Incomplete or invalid documents lead to complaints at customs, trade or marketplaces. Consequences include delays, returns or sales stops.
DocumentationIncomplete or incorrect product labeling increases the risk of warnings, recalls or marketplace suspensions.
ComplianceAn approved sample does not guarantee consistent production quality. Without binding specifications and controls, deviations arise in material, tolerances or workmanship.
QualityIncorrectly chosen or unclearly agreed Incoterms (EXW/FOB/CIF/DDP) lead to unplanned additional costs and risk transfers. Local charges and customs ancillary costs are often underestimated.
CostsConfirmations do not replace inspection. Without assessment of capacity, lead times and delivery structure, delays, partial deliveries or failures are at risk.
DeliveryUnclear responsibilities between manufacturer, freight forwarder and importer lead to delays and additional costs. Typical causes: missing documents, incorrect pickup dates, port detention.
ProcessMissing or imprecise specifications and poorly regulated payment milestones mean that deviations are later hard to enforce. Quality problems remain without consequence.
ContractDesigns, brands or technical solutions without checking intellectual property rights or platform policies. Risk: sales stop, warnings, recalls or suspension of marketplace listings.
LegalStructured packages with clear deliverables. All prices plus applicable VAT. Offer is exclusively directed at businesses (B2B).
For: When you want to clarify whether a product may be sold in DE/EU and what requirements apply.
For: When you need suitable suppliers + comparable quotes quickly – structured, not by chance.
For: When you want to set up a repeatable, reliable supply chain from China to DE/EU.
Factory visits, meetings, negotiations and structured on-site inspections – including full documentation (photos/notes) and a results report with concrete next steps. Scope and criteria are defined in advance.
The specific scope depends on the product and the starting situation. After the initial consultation, you will receive a binding offer.
All prices plus applicable VAT. Offer is exclusively directed at entrepreneurs within the meaning of § 14 BGB.
In the initial consultation, we assess the feasibility of your project – including supplier, compliance and realistic cost framework, before budget is committed.