Team Green? China’s sustainability conscious consumers
Interview: Hot Pot Strategist Pippa Ebel learns more about China's journey towards sustainability from experts on the ground.
Building a China Sourcing Team: Agent vs In-House, Salaries & Structure Guide
** Complete guide to building a China sourcing team. Compare agent vs in-house costs, learn salary benchmarks for Chinese staff, and discover when to transition from solo sourcing to a full China team.
China Market Entry: Behind the Headline Numbers
Adam Sandzer drills down on the numbers behind the world’s biggest commercial festival, Singles’ Day and what it means for global brands.
Wholesale Sourcing from China: Bulk Buying Guide for Importers & Distributors
A practical guide to wholesale sourcing from China — pricing tiers L0–L5, MOQ gradients by category, supplier types, payment terms, FCL vs LCL shipping decisions, after-sales strategies, and first-hand Reddit importer experiences.
Hot Take: What Brands can Learn from the Unmarried Aunt Video
The gifting of Hongbao , or red envelopes, to family and friends during the New Year festivities is about as common a sight as you can expect to see in China during Spring Festival, or Chun Jie (春节). At Hot Pot we wanted to explore why a 13 second, totally wordless video of an unmarried aunt hand
Shipping Documents & Customs Clearance for China Imports: B/L, ISF & HS Codes
Complete guide to Bill of Lading (MBL vs HBL), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, ISF 10+2, HS Code classification, and customs clearance for China imports.
China Playbook Unlocked: Alexa Chung x Songmont's Journey to the East
Discover how Songmont's collaboration with Alexa Chung redefines Chinese luxury through cultural storytelling and global fashion sensibilities
Sourcing from China for Small Businesses: A Practical $1,000-$10,000 Guide
A practical guide for small business owners sourcing products from China on a $1,000-$10,000 budget — covering MOQ reduction, platform strategy, budget allocation, risk control, and real Reddit experience.
Cross-Border E-Commerce Logistics from China: DHL, Air, Sea & Fulfillment Guide 2026
A complete 2026 guide to cross-border e-commerce logistics from China — express courier comparison, air vs sea vs rail shipping, consolidation, overseas warehouse vs direct vs FBA, 2026 trends, last-mile delivery, and reverse logistics.
China Playbook Unlocked: Gucci Exhibits Its Iconic Bamboo Bags in Shanghai
Gucci’s Bamboo Bag exhibition in Shanghai exemplifies blending heritage and innovation to captivate Chinese luxury consumers, offering insights for brands aiming to resonate in China.
Hot Pot’s Guide to ShiHuo 识货 - China’s app for sport enthusiasts
China’s health & fitness industry has boomed in the last decade, growing at an average rate of 8.6% YoY since 2014. Popular sport-product app Shihuo caters to this trend, providing a content sharing platform for a community of sport-obsessed and athleisure-wearing consumers.
China Sourcing Roadmap: From Zero to First Shipment in 7 Months
A complete five-phase China sourcing roadmap for first-time importers — from market research and supplier discovery through negotiation, quality control, and customs clearance — with timelines, budgets, and lessons from real Reddit experiences.