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BTOBExchange — Company Formation in China

Direct access to China.
Your own supplier base, at last.

Launch with confidence, structure your business, and access the Chinese market with expert support from setup to operations.

Local Experts
On the ground in China
Fully Compliant
Chinese regulations
Global Clients
15 countries supported
通达中国・连接未来
2,000+
Companies formed
15
Countries represented
10yrs
China experience
~6d
On-site setup

Opportunity

You import from China.
But do you really control your business?

Your margins disappear into intermediary commissions

You are not negotiating directly with manufacturers

You do not truly control your suppliers or production

You depend on agents whose incentives are not always aligned with yours

Lead times, quality, and quantities remain unclear

Your credibility with factories remains limited

China is the world's leading supplier base. Without a local structure, access is limited and expensive

A registered Chinese entity gives you direct access to manufacturers, factory pricing, and long-term relationships

China's economy continues to grow around 5% per year, and the opportunity favors companies structured locally

Locally established companies capture these opportunities before competitors operating only from abroad

"Creating a structure in China means moving from remote buyer to international operator able to control the business at the source."

Who it is for

This solution is built for you if...

Whether you are starting out or already operating at scale, if you work with China or plan to, a local structure changes the rules of the game.

01

Importers

You already import products from China and want to secure supplier relationships, improve margins, and structure your business for the long term.

02

Wholesalers & Distributors

You buy in meaningful volume and want to work directly with manufacturers to optimize costs and remove unnecessary intermediaries.

03

International Traders

You operate across multiple countries and want to strengthen your international trade presence from an operational base in China.

04

E-commerce Entrepreneurs

You sell on Amazon, Shopify, or your own store and work with Chinese suppliers for your products. A local structure changes everything.

05

Import-Export Investors

You want to build a commercial base in China to develop long-term opportunities and access the Chinese industrial ecosystem.

Opportunity

Why form a company in China?

01

Manufacturing Power

Position your business inside the world's most complete and competitive supply chains.

02

Massive Market

Access 1.48 billion consumers with rising demand and strong purchasing power.

03

Global Trade Gateway

Free trade zones, trade agreements, and export advantages create a unique position in global commerce.

04

Long-Term Growth

China's innovation, infrastructure, and policy environment support durable economic growth.

05

Direct Supplier Relationships

A local structure gives you direct manufacturer access: factory prices, direct negotiation, and lasting partnerships without intermediaries.

06

Economic Momentum

With annual growth around 5%, China remains a driver of global trade. Locally established companies capture these opportunities first.

Transformation

What changes when you have
a structure in China

Without a China structure
With a Chinese company

You buy through intermediaries taking 15-30% commissions

You negotiate directly with manufacturers for better margins

Unreliable suppliers with limited commitment to your business

Strong supplier partnerships and real credibility on the ground

Uncontrolled production: variable quality and unpredictable timing

Inspection, follow-up, and quality control under your supervision

Reactive logistics, opaque costs, and frequent customs surprises

Structured, optimized logistics controlled from the source

No local presence means limited leverage in disputes

A local legal entity gives protection and negotiation power

Growth limited by remote purchasing volume

Access to China's industrial ecosystem to scale

What we do

Our Services

We do not simply register a company. We build a useful operational presence connected to your real import-export activity.

01

Company Formation in China

WFOEJoint VentureRepresentative OfficeBusiness License

WFOE, joint venture, representative office: we guide you toward the structure that fits your activity. Registration, business license, account opening: complete support from A to Z.

02

Business Advisory

Entry StrategyComplianceSupplier Analysis

China market-entry strategy, business analysis, structure comparison, and regulatory compliance guidance. We define the right approach before acting.

03

Administrative Support

Business VisaAccountingWork PermitSecretarial

Accounting, tax registration, HR and payroll, business visa and work permit, corporate secretarial support. Everything needed to operate legally after formation.

04

International Coordination

SourcingInspectionImport / ExportLogistics

Supplier sourcing, factory inspection, production management, and international logistics. Your Chinese company becomes an operational tool connected to real goods flow.

Methodology

Our formation process

01
01

Qualification

We analyze your activity, current suppliers, objectives, and international potential. This is the foundation for everything that follows.

02

Structure Selection

Based on your profile, we guide you toward the most suitable structure: WFOE, JV, representative office, or China + Hong Kong combination.

02
03
03

Document Preparation

Passport, company name, activity, capital, shareholding. We guide you through every element required for the file.

04

Company Formation

The file is launched with our local partners. Registration, business license, administrative steps: around 3 days on site or around 20 days remotely.

04
05
05

Bank Account & Setup

Corporate bank account opening, tax setup, and compliance orientation. Your company becomes operational, not just registered.

06

Business Activation

Your structure is connected to the BTOB ecosystem: sourcing, inspection, logistics, and business development. This is where the real work begins.

06
~3 days
On-site setup
~20 days
Remote setup
~20 days
China visa

Pricing

Pack China Company

Prices are indicative. Each project is qualified individually, and an advisor presents an offer adapted to your situation.

Formation & Setup

Essential

from 600 USD

Entrepreneurs starting their presence in China.

  • China company formation
  • Administrative support
  • Local partner support
  • Guidance on additional steps
Recommended

Formation + Operations

Business

Custom quote

Importers, wholesalers, and traders who want to operate from China.

  • Everything in Essential
  • Annual accounting
  • Business visa / work permit
  • Physical office if required
  • Initial supplier sourcing

China + Growth

Ecosystem

Custom quote

Established operators who want to scale through the BTOB ecosystem.

  • Everything in Business
  • Factory inspection
  • Production management
  • International logistics
  • BTOB ecosystem connection
  • Trademark filing

* Government fees, legal fees, translation, certification, and bank fees are not included unless expressly stated in the final offer.

Testimonials

What our
clients say

Before BTOBExchange, I was paying three intermediaries to access the same factories. Since forming my company in China, I deal directly with manufacturers. The margin difference was immediate.

K. Moustapha
Construction machinery importer — Ivory Coast

What convinced me was not just company formation. BTOBExchange is connected to sourcing, inspection, and logistics. It is an operational ecosystem, not just an administrative firm.

A. Dupont
Industrial products wholesaler — France

I had been importing for four years without really controlling anything. Setting up the structure in China gave me real leverage with suppliers. I negotiate differently now.

M. El Idrissi
E-commerce distributor — Morocco

Use cases

Concrete scenarios

01

Construction machinery importer

Situation

Imported machinery from China through two intermediary agents. Compressed margins, unpredictable timing, and limited leverage when quality issues appeared.

Result

Formation of a WFOE in China. Direct manufacturer access and first-hand negotiation. 18% reduction in purchasing costs over 12 months.

WFOE · Direct sourcing · Inspection

02

Industrial products wholesaler — Africa

Situation

Imported regularly from China to Africa. Wanted to secure supplier relationships and strengthen local credibility with factories.

Result

China structure plus international logistics orientation. Direct contracts with three factories. Monthly purchasing volume doubled in 18 months.

China Structure · Logistics · Import-Export

03

E-commerce entrepreneur — Europe

Situation

Sold on Amazon with Chinese suppliers, but without quality control or local presence. Recurring product compliance issues.

Result

Representative office in China and systematic inspection process. Return rate reduced by 40%. New OEM line launched.

Representative Office · Inspection · OEM

The BTOB ecosystem

You are not just forming
a company, you are joining a network

Company formation is only the beginning. BTOBExchange is part of a wider ecosystem designed to turn your China presence into a real competitive advantage.

BTOBExchange

Formation · Support · Structuring

The core division. Company formation in China and internationally, legal coordination, bank account opening, and business visa support. Your entry point into the Chinese market.

BTOBSupply

Sourcing · Suppliers · Logistics

The operational division. Supplier sourcing, factory inspection, production management, and international logistics. Your Chinese company relies on this infrastructure to operate.

BTOBBoost

Marketing · Development · Growth

The growth lever. Digital strategy, business development, and client acquisition for companies that want to accelerate international expansion.

FAQ

What you should know before starting

If your question is not listed here, a BTOBExchange advisor can answer it directly during a free consultation.

Q.

Can I import without forming a company in China?

Yes. But if you want to structure your activity, negotiate better, strengthen your credibility with factories, and grow your volume, a China presence becomes strategic from a certain stage.

Q.

Do I need to travel to China to form my company?

Not necessarily. Remote formation takes around 20 days. On site, the process is around 3 days. We guide you based on your profile.

Q.

Which documents are needed to start?

The basics are a passport copy, email, phone number, desired company name, activity, and planned capital. Some files may require a certified diploma or a non-criminal record certificate.

Q.

What is the difference between a WFOE, a JV, and a representative office?

A WFOE is a 100% foreign-owned entity, recommended for commercial operations. A JV involves a Chinese partner. A representative office cannot conduct direct commercial activity, but can be useful for representation and sourcing.

Q.

What is the difference between a company in China and a company in Hong Kong?

China is operational: on-the-ground presence, suppliers, production, and control at the source. Hong Kong is more of a commercial and financial hub for international trading. The two can be complementary.

Q.

Does BTOBExchange also handle sourcing after formation?

Yes. After your company is formed, we can support supplier sourcing, factory inspection, production management, international logistics, and business development through the BTOB ecosystem.

Q.

Is this solution suitable for small importers?

Yes, if you have a growth vision. The key is not only your current volume, but your ability to structure and scale. We qualify every project individually.

Q.

Does BTOBExchange provide legal or tax advice?

BTOBExchange provides business orientation, project coordination, and operational support. For legal, tax, or regulatory decisions, we work with qualified local professionals.

Contact

Tell us about your China project

A BTOBExchange advisor will analyze your situation and guide you toward the right structure. The initial consultation is free and without commitment.

Confidential
Your information is fully secured
No Commitment
The consultation is free
Expert Advice
China specialists for 10 years
China

Start your project

China is not just
a supplier.
It is your next business base.

Every month without a structure is another month feeding intermediaries and losing control.