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Health supplements going overseas is trending? Reddit marketing + logistics collaboration, opening up overseas markets.The global health supplement market continues to heat up, with global retail sales of health and nutrition supplements expected to reach $13.99 billion by 2025. Domestic cross-border e-commerce is also not to be outdone; for example, Shanghai Meiqu Company has seen an import and export value of beauty and health products reach 45.06 million yuan this year. If you want to share a piece of this blue ocean, choosing the right marketing channels and logistics partners is crucial. Today, let's talk about the low-cost traffic generation strategies of the American version of Zhihu + Douban — Reddit, and see how Zhongnan Whale Shipping uses logistics to efficiently assist goods in going overseas.
What is Reddit? Why is it suitable for health supplement traffic generation?
Reddit is a social community based on interest circles, somewhat like a combination of Zhihu + Bilibili + Tieba.
Created on 08.08The key to the explosive sales of cross-border health products is the support of logistics.In recent years, global health awareness has been continuously rising, and the health supplement market has welcomed vigorous development. Cross-border e-commerce, as an important channel for health supplement sales, has also shown strong growth momentum. In the process of cross-border sales of health supplements, the logistics link plays a crucial role. Zhongnan Whale Shipping International, as a company focused on providing comprehensive international logistics services, offers all-round logistics solutions for cross-border e-commerce clients.
The cross-border e-commerce market for health supplements is booming.
1) TikTok boosts health supplement sales
With its powerful traffic and unique platform ecosystem, TikTok has become a hit-making machine for cross-border e-commerce. Health supplement brand Cata - Kor is one of the beneficiaries. It sold out in less than two months after launching in the TikTok US market.
Created on 08.08Selling health products through cross-border e-commerce, optimizing the shipping process this way can save a lot of money.Cross-border e-commerce health product exports are booming, but many sellers are hindered by high shipping costs and complicated processes. In fact, as long as the right methods are chosen to optimize the shipping process, significant savings can be achieved. Zhongnan Whale Shipping, as a professional international logistics service provider, can help sellers reduce costs and increase efficiency from multiple aspects.
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Choose the right transportation method to match the characteristics of health products
1) Sea freight is suitable for bulk stocking
For large-packaged protein powder raw materials and regular bottled vitamins, sea freight has a large carrying capacity and low costs. Zhongnan Whale Shipping's full-container DDP/DDU service can spread costs over the entire container transport and also complete customs clearance and delivery in an integrated manner.
2) Air freight is suitable for urgent orders and high-value items
Probiotic capsules that require low-temperature transport, or urgent orders for holiday promotions, can arrive in the U.S. within 4-6 days by air freight.
Created on 07.29TikTok's fate hangs in the balance, and the cross-border e-commerce payment issues are equally concerning.In the field of cross-border e-commerce, recent times have been full of changes. A major piece of news regarding TikTok has shocked various sectors, and at the same time, the issues faced by cross-border e-commerce customers in terms of payment are also worthy of our high attention. As Zhongnan Whale Navigation International, which focuses on the full-process service of international logistics, we deeply understand that cross-border payment is closely linked to the logistics process, and payment issues may have a chain reaction on customers' businesses. Today, let's delve into these hot topics together.
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TikTok faces severe challenges
On July 24, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo stated in an interview with CNBC that if the Chinese government
Created on 07.29Health food exports welcome opportunities, compliance clearance and logistics support become keyChina's health food industry is developing rapidly, and consumers are increasingly focused on products that enhance physical fitness, with a pressing demand to explore international markets. However, exports must comply with regulations, as there are requirements from customs classification to various technical trade measures in different countries. Professional international logistics services can provide customs clearance and transportation support.
Export Basics for Health Foods: Customs Classification and Export Requirements
1) Clear customs classification, complete declaration elements required
The customs code for health foods and similar products is 2106909090, with a corresponding tariff rate of 12% and a value-added tax rate of 13%. The regulatory document requirement is AB, and the inspection and quarantine requirement is R/S. When declaring, it is necessary to specify the product name, ingredient content, packaging specifications, brand (in both Chinese and foreign languages), and other elements.
2) Exports must meet dual standards, and filing is a prerequisite
Export food
Created on 07.29Hazardous Materials Import and Export Customs Clearance Guide: Compliant Operations, Safe TradeIn the current global economy, the import and export of hazardous chemicals inject vitality into the development of numerous industries. However, due to their flammable, explosive, and toxic characteristics, hazardous chemicals pose risks during transportation, storage, and other processes, and a slight mistake can lead to serious safety accidents. Therefore, ensuring the smooth customs clearance and safe circulation of hazardous chemicals is crucial. Enterprises must strictly adhere to relevant regulatory requirements and control every link in the process. This article will take you through the key points of customs clearance for the import and export of hazardous chemicals, helping you conduct trade in compliance.
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Clarification of Basic Concepts of Hazardous Chemicals
1) Hazardous Chemicals
According to the "Regulations on the Safety Management of Hazardous Chemicals" (State Council Order No. 591), hazardous chemicals refer to those that possess toxicity, corrosion, explosion, combustion, and combustion-supporting properties.
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