🛠️ Free Import Tools
Smart Import Hub
Free calculators, tools, and resources for sourcing from Guangzhou — everything in one place.
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Free Calculators
5
Essential Apps
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Free to Use
Section 1 — Built-in Tools
Free Import Calculators
No sign-up required. Run your numbers directly on this page before placing any order.
Landed Cost Estimator
Total cost: product + shipping + insurance + duties
Product Cost
Shipping Cost
Insurance
Subtotal (CIF)
Import Duty
Total Landed Cost
CBM & Volumetric Weight
Calculate sea freight volume and courier chargeable weight
Volume per carton
Total CBM
Vol. weight (air ÷6000)
Vol. weight (express ÷5000)
Chargeable weight
Profit Margin Calculator
Know your margin before you place the order
Revenue per unit
Platform fee
Net profit per unit
Profit margin
Total profit (order)
MOQ Total Cost Checker
Is the minimum order quantity within your budget?
Product total
Shipping
Total investment
Section 2 — External Tools
Trusted Online Tools
These are the best free external tools used by experienced importers. All open in a new tab.
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Easyship
Compare DHL, FedEx, UPS with import duties auto-calculated. Best for small-mid shipments.
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Free
XE Currency Converter
Live exchange rates — USD, EUR, CNY and 170+ currencies. Updated in real time.
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Free
SimplyDuty
Calculate import duties, VAT, and taxes for your country. Supports most markets.
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Free
Flexport Resource Center
Free guides on freight, customs, and global trade. Essential reading for first-time importers.
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Free
HQTS Inspection Guide
Quality control checklists and inspection guides. Read before your first factory order.
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Free
HS Code Finder
Find the correct Harmonized System code for your product to calculate accurate customs duties.
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Section 3 — Essential Apps
China Business Apps for Importers
These 5 apps are non-negotiable for any sourcing trip to Guangzhou. Download them before you land.
WeChat
Supplier Communication
Every Chinese supplier uses WeChat. Set it up before your trip — most won't reply to email. Use the built-in translation for messages.
Alipay
Payments & QR Codes
Now supports international Visa/Mastercard. Essential for paying at markets, restaurants, and transport. Link your card before arriving.
Didi
Taxis & Rides
China's Uber. Works in English. Enter your destination in Chinese (copy from Google Maps) to avoid miscommunication with drivers.
Baidu Maps
Navigation
Google Maps is blocked in China. Baidu Maps covers all wholesale markets with accurate metro and walking directions.
Pleco
Instant Translation
Point your camera at Chinese text for instant translation. Use it to read product labels, invoices, and factory signage in real time.
Section 4 — Trusted Resources
Recommended Reading & Resources
Curated links from trusted sources — free guides, payment protection info, and customs tools.
| Resource | Category | What It Covers | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flexport Help Center | Freight | Free guides for understanding sea & air freight from China | Visit → |
| Alibaba Trade Assurance | Payment | How Alibaba's buyer protection works and when to use it | Visit → |
| HQTS Inspection Guide | Quality Control | Pre-shipment inspection checklist before your cargo leaves China | Visit → |
| China Customs HS Code Finder | Customs | Find the correct HS code for your products to calculate duties | Visit → |
| Incoterms 2020 Guide (ICC) | Freight | Official explanation of EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP and all trade terms | Visit → |
| SimplyDuty Import Calculator | Customs | Calculate import duties and VAT for most countries worldwide | Visit → |
Continue Your Journey
More Guides on GuangzhouVisitor.com
Everything you need for a successful sourcing trip — all free.
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🏭 Canton Fair Guide
How to register, which phases to attend, and sourcing strategy for first-timers.
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eSIM, travel insurance, airport transfers — before you board the plane.
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