The Importer's Notebook
Practical guides on duty, freight, VAT and unit economics — no fluff.
Amazon fba
18 articles
Private Label vs Wholesale: Which Import Strategy Is More Profitable?
Compare the two main import business models — private label and wholesale — to understand which offers better margins, scalability, and risk profiles.
Amazon FBA Fee Breakdown: What Every Importer Should Budget For
Amazon FBA involves more fees than most sellers realise. Here's every fee explained with examples so you can budget accurately before your first shipment.
Is Amazon FBA Still Worth It for Imported Products?
Amazon FBA fees keep rising, competition intensifies, and margins get squeezed. Here's an honest look at whether FBA still makes sense for importers.
Amazon FBA Fees Breakdown: What They Mean for Imported Products
Amazon's fee structure is complex and constantly changing. Understand every FBA fee and how it affects the profitability of your imported products.
Scaling Your Amazon Import Business: When to Increase Order Volumes
Scaling too fast can be as dangerous as not scaling at all. Learn the signals that indicate you are ready to increase order quantities and expand your range.
Marketplace Profitability: What You Actually Take Home Per Sale
You sold something for $29.99. After platform fees, fulfilment, storage, and ads — how much of that is actually yours? For most sellers, it's way less than they think.
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