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What we source
- Mobile accessories: chargers, cables, mounts, cases.
- Audio: earbuds, headphones, speakers.
- Small appliances and connected home devices.
- LED lighting.
- Pet electronics: fountains, feeders.
Why Shenzhen
Shenzhen and Dongguan have an unmatched density of manufacturers, subcontractors and component suppliers, with the Huaqiangbei market at the centre. Prototyping is fast and there is almost always a factory able to produce. The flip side: many resellers, copies, and factories that swap a component without telling you. Hence the need to check.
Compliance: the real issue in electronics
| Requirement | Products concerned | What we check |
|---|---|---|
| CE marking (low voltage, electromagnetic compatibility, radio equipment) | Electrical appliances, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi products | EU declaration of conformity and test reports for the right model |
| RoHS | Electrical and electronic equipment | Hazardous substances test report |
| USB-C common charger | Phones, earbuds, speakers, tablets since late 2024; laptops since April 2026 | Charging port and packaging information |
| Batteries (EU Regulation 2023/1542, UN38.3) | Products with lithium batteries | UN38.3 report, safety data sheet, markings |
| WEEE | Electrical products sold in the EU | Registration with a compliance scheme in each country of sale |
| GPSR | Consumer products | Responsible operator in the EU and traceability |
A test report is only worth something if it covers your exact model, is recent and comes from an accredited laboratory. A "reference" report issued for another product does not protect the importer in an inspection.
What we check before shipping
- Functional testing on an AQL sample of production.
- Charging, battery life and heat behaviour.
- Markings: CE, crossed-out bin, importer details.
- Manual and packaging in the language of the market, European plugs.
- Comparison with the approved sample, to catch a component swap.
Shipping battery-powered products
Lithium batteries are dangerous goods for transport. Sea freight accepts them with a specific declaration; air freight is more restrictive and more expensive. Plan for it in your budget and timeline, and see our customs and compliance guide.
How we work
A free first call to understand your project; a sourcing study with scope and price set in writing; then negotiation, samples, production follow-up, pre-shipment inspection, freight and customs clearance to your door.