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

2026-02-19 Ann

RCEP Tariff Cuts Enter 4th Year: 90% of Products Now Zero Duty Between China-Japan-Korea

New round of tariff reductions under RCEP effective Jan 2026. Check if your products qualify for lower import duties.

2026-02-17 Ann

CNIPA Launches Fully Digital Trademark Renewal System for Foreign Applicants | 2026 Guide

Foreign trademark owners can now submit renewal applications online without physical documents. We explain the new e‑renewal process, timeline, fees, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

2026-02-17 Ann

Well-Known Trademark Recognition in Opposition Proceedings: New CNIPA Practice

CNIPA now accepts well-known trademark findings from prior cases. How to leverage cross-case recognition to strengthen your opposition.

2026-02-16 Wendy

New Guidelines for Factory Verification – What Importers Need to Know 2026

Updated due diligence requirements for foreign buyers. We now include enhanced verification checks in all factory visit tours.

2026-02-15 Ann

NMPA Cosmetic Filing 2026: New Dossier Requirements & Compliance Guide

Updated NMPA cosmetic filing requirements for 2026: new dossier format, safety assessment mandatory, efficacy testing standards, product information file (PIF) rules, and timelines for foreign brands entering China.

2026-02-11 Ann

Case Study: Importer Fined ¥500,000 for HS Code Error – Lessons Learned

How a 4-digit classification mistake led to fines and delayed shipment for 3 months. Proper classification could have avoided all penalties.

2026-02-10 Wendy

Digital Distributors: E-commerce Aggregators Become Critical Channel Partners for Foreign Brands 2026

Tmall and JD third-party distributors now account for 40% of online sales for foreign brands. We identify and vet these digital partners.

2026-02-10 Wendy

Simplified Employer Transfer for Work Residence Permit – No Need to Leave China | 2026 China Work Permit Update

New policy allows job changers to transfer work residence permit directly without leaving China. Processing time 10-15 days.

2026-02-09 Ann

Trademark Enforcement Trends for Foreign Brands in China | 2026 Update

Discover 2026 trademark enforcement trends for foreign brands in China: new judicial interpretations, online platform accountability, administrative actions, and anti-counterfeiting strategies.

2026-02-08 Wendy

Trademark Enforcement Trends for Foreign Brands

Judicial interpretations strengthen China trademark enforcement and anti-counterfeiting strategies.