11.11 Singles Day predictions from hot Pot China
Hot Pot China's set of predictions for the world's biggest single shopping day.
Packaging & Labeling for China Imports: FBA, CE, FCC & International Standards 2026
A practical guide to packaging and labeling requirements for imports from China — covering transport vs retail packaging, CE/FCC/FDA compliance, Amazon FBA 2026 rules, custom packaging MOQ and costs, and eco-friendly trends.
CASE STUDY: Proving ROI from our Chinese influencer activity for Holzweiler
Norwegian fashion brand Holzweiler wanted to launch in China, and so approached Hot Pot to work with them and deliver a full, insight-driven marketing strategy for market entry. In this blog, we share some insight into how we put robust tracking in place for the influencer element of the campaign we
OEM vs ODM Manufacturing in China: Complete Guide for Product Development
The complete guide to OEM and ODM manufacturing in China — definitions, mold costs, supplier channels, sample approval process, NNN agreements, and real Reddit experiences.
Hyrox: Why Event-Driven Fitness is China’s New Status Symbol
Discover why event-driven fitness like Hyrox is emerging as China’s new status symbol and how global brands can seize this growing opportunity
Tmall IP Protection Trademark Registration China 2026: What Brands Must Know
International brands entering Tmall must secure Chinese trademark registration before listing. This guide covers first-to-file rules, patent strategies, and 2026 legal changes for brand owners.
China Playbook Unlocked: Is Speed’s China Trip a Blueprint for Digital-Age Localisation?
Speed's whirlwind tour of China showcases how global brands can connect deeply with local audiences through authenticity and real-time engagement.
Tmall Contract & Legal Agreements 2026: TP Guide
International brands entering China through Tmall must navigate platform service agreements, TP (Tmall Partner) contracts, trademark authorization chains, and strict product liability rules. This guide covers the essential legal agreements, fee structures, and compliance obligations for 2026.
The Single BIGGEST Mistake Brands Make on Chinese Social Media Platform Little Red Book (Xiaohongshu小红书)
On entering and growing in China, many brands approach launching Little Red Book as they would any other social platform, which often yield slow growth and minimal impact. Why is this?
Tmall International Brand Success Stories: Case Studies of Brands that Thrived on Tmall 2026
Case studies of L'Oréal, Jellycat, Gucci, and other international brands that achieved measurable success on Tmall — entry strategies, revenue milestones, and patterns for 2026.
China Beauty: Timeline of Animal Testing Regulations
Up until recently with a few exceptions China required animal testing on all imported cosmetics on arrival in country. Hot Pot details how regulations have evolved over time
Case Study: Growing Chinese Bookings for Marcus Belgravia
Hot Pot China were briefed by Marcus Wareing to explicitly grow the awareness of Michelin-star restaurant Marcus Belgravia amongst Chinese foodies overseas, and specifically to see an uplift in peak and off-peak bookings from this consumer segment. In this article we’ll share an overview of our KO