by Mike Bellamy in "The Essential Reference Guide to China Sourcing" book

To test my theory that the vast majority of vendors encountered by foreign buyers are actually just middlemen or brokers rather than actual manufacturers, I decided to attend a trade show in Mainland China.

by Mike Bellamy in 'China Sourcing Information Center'

How can I get in touch with the factory who is building the products that I’m looking for, like mobile phones? I know there are a lot of them in China, but it seems that I always get answers from small companies who claim that they are making the products.

by Mike Bellamy in 'China Sourcing Information Center'

Hello, I believe that I have been scammed for several thousand dollars by a web site www.XXXXX.com. I ordered a phone and watch four weeks ago and to date have not received the items. The company said that the items were held up in Chinese customs and levied 50 percent duty. The DHL tracking number they provided does not exist. I have the address and phone number that was given if anyone can help me.

by Renaud Anjoran in 'Quality Inspection Blog'

At least once every 6 weeks, I get an email from the victim of a scam performed by a Chinese supplier. They ask me whether someone can help them recover the money.

Sometimes it is a scam (seller asks for a deposit before shipment, then ships nothing and stops responding to emails), and sometimes it is just a brutal retaliation (seller estimates he was poorly treated by the buyer on a previous order, and cancels a transaction after receiving some pre-payment).