US-China Tariff Update: What's Actually Happening in June 2026
The US proposed new 12.5% tariffs on 60 economies including China on June 2. China responded with reciprocal trade barrier investigations in March. Here is a factual timeline of what has happened and what comes next.
Jun 06, 2026
What Are the Different Grades of PU Leather — and How Do You Tell Them Apart?
Two PU leather rolls sitting side by side on a factory shelf can look identical — and cost three times different. Here's what actually separates the grades, and how to tell them apart before you commit.
Jun 04, 2026
What Are the Import Duties on Handbags in the EU?
EU import duties on handbags from China are just 3–3.7% — far below what US buyers pay. But VAT, correct HS classification, and the July 2026 de minimis reform all affect your real landed cost. Here's the full breakdown.
Jun 01, 2026
What the 2026 Trump-Xi Summit Means for Brands Sourcing Bags from China
The May 2026 Trump-Xi summit raised expectations of a tariff deal. Two weeks later, China's Ministry of Commerce urged the US to "honor its commitments." Here's what's actually happening — and what it means for your sourcing decisions right now.
May 31, 2026
How to Get a Sample from a Handbag Factory
Requesting a sample sounds simple — but how you brief the factory, how you evaluate what arrives, and how you give feedback determines whether you get the product you imagined or another round of revisions.
May 01, 2026
What Is a Tech Pack for Handbag Design and Why Do You Need One
A tech pack is the bridge between your bag idea and a factory's ability to execute it. Without one, you're asking a factory to read your mind — here's what it needs to contain and how to get one made.
Apr 29, 2026
How Rising Oil Prices Are Affecting Bag Material Costs in 2025–2026
Oil prices are up 32% since early 2025 — and if you source bags from China, you're already feeling it. Here's which materials are most exposed, what the numbers actually look like, and what smart buyers are doing about it right now.
Apr 29, 2026
How to Choose the Right Fabric for Your Custom Bag
The fabric you choose for your bag determines almost everything else: how the bag looks, how it performs, how long it lasts, how much it costs to make, and ...
Apr 25, 2026
What Is MOQ in Handbag Manufacturing and How to Negotiate It
What Is MOQ in Handbag Manufacturing
Apr 24, 2026
How to Turn Your Bag Idea Into a Real Product
You have a bag in your head. Maybe it's been there for a while — a specific shape, a pocket in exactly the right place, a material you haven't been able to ...
Apr 15, 2026How to Find a Reliable Handbag Manufacturer in China?
Finding a handbag manufacturer in China is easy. Finding a reliable one is something else. Here's a step-by-step guide to vetting factories — certifications, sampling, communication, and what should make you walk away.
Apr 07, 2026
OEM vs ODM Handbag Manufacturing: What's the Difference?
If you've spent any time researching handbag manufacturing, you've almost certainly come across the terms OEM and ODM. They're used constantly — on factory webs...
Apr 04, 2026