China Market Entry Blog: CCC Certification, WFOE & Trademark Insights

2026-04-15 Wendy

China Consumer Confidence Index 2026: Post-Pandemic Recovery Trends – Tier 1 Cities Lead Rebound

Consumer spending rebounds in Tier 1 cities. Premiumization trend continues for health and wellness products.

2026-04-15 Ann

2026 Ocean Freight Rates Stabilize – Favorable Conditions for Importers | China Shipping Update

Container rates from China to US West Coast drop to $1,800-2,500/FEU. Long-term contracts now available at competitive levels.

2026-04-15 Ann

Lower Lead and Cadmium Limits Now Enforced for Imported Toys | China GB 6675.4-2025

China enforces stricter lead and cadmium limits for imported toys under GB 6675.4-2025. Complete breakdown of new migration limits, testing methods, transition periods, and compliance steps for foreign manufacturers.

2026-04-15 Ann

Common E-Port Card Setup Issues and How to Resolve Them | 2026 China Customs Guide

Troubleshoot common e‑port card setup problems: driver installation failures, certificate expiration, browser compatibility, card reader detection errors, and Single Window login issues. Practical solutions for import‑export enterprises.

2026-04-15 Ann

Beijing IP Court Overturns 32% of CNIPA Invalidation Decisions in 2026

Appeals are increasingly successful – why post-invalidation appeal strategy matters. We explain when to appeal and how to strengthen your case for court review.

2026-04-15 Ann

CNCA Simplifies CCC Exemption Application Process – Online Portal Now Available Nationwide | 2026 China Compliance

New digital CCC exemption system reduces processing time from 15 days to 5-7 days for standard applications. Electronic certificates now accepted by all customs ports.

2026-04-15 Ann

Transfer Pricing Enforcement Tightened: What WFOEs Must Prepare

China intensifies transfer pricing enforcement in 2026. BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two alignment, functional‑asset‑risk‑profit matching, cross‑border IP fee scrutiny, and failure penalties. Practical compliance guide for WFOEs.

2026-04-15 Ann

Pinduoduo Flash Sales: New Challenge for Brand Price Control

Pinduoduo's aggressive promotion model increasingly bypasses MAP. Our data shows 43% of price violations originate from flash sales – and how we stop them.

2026-04-15 Ann

New E-Commerce Law Amendments Target Wholesale Counterfeit Suppliers on 1688

Revised regulations impose direct liability on B2B platforms for repeat wholesale infringement. What brand owners need to know for stronger 1688 enforcement.

2026-04-15 Ann

Top Reasons Invoice Limit Increases Are Rejected and How to Avoid Them | 2026 China VAT Guide

Common reasons why invoice limit increase applications are rejected in China: low tax credit rating, incomplete supporting documents, 80% usage threshold not met, four-flow inconsistencies, and abnormal invoice records. Practical tips for general taxpayers.