Successfully import from Turkey to USA.
Many people in the USA think buying from Turkey is such a complicated venture, so let’s discuss the basics of Turkey importation and detail the rudiments of how to seamlessly import from Turkey to USA. This post is as regards clothing including bags and footwear.
Here’s a look into cost of air waybill from Turkey to USA between UPS and FEDEX
Cost for Turkey imports
UPS
Minimum of 31kg for standard price
Standard Price per kilo is 9.5$
Not branded
2-3 work day delivery
Door to door system
Turkey import with FEDEX
Minimum of 31 kg price kg
Price per kg is 7.5$
Not branded
2-3 work day delivery
Door to door system
NB: Also note that these fares are not valid if your package is less than 30kg. It’s hereby taken to the courier agent to determine price after scaling and measurement.
What does ‘Not Branded’ imply?
This implies that products you purchase or intend to import from Turkey to USA must not include a replica or copy of known non Turkish brands
This includes adidas, Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Nike, Rolex, Versace, Balman, amongst others. It’s simply illegal to import fakes regardless of your intention.
But if you must import replica clothing from Turkey to USA, Here’s the likely charge
Only textile
Package should be 31kg and above
18 euro per kg.
Just clothes, no replica bags or shoes
Turkey is identified as the 3rd largest producer of brand replicas after China & Hong Kong. Nonetheless, there’re other means by which this is boycotted which could be discussed at a different post.
There’s obviously a cheaper route but not as fast as these conventional courier companies who make it faster and more specific to receive packages directly import from Turkey to USA. A popular one is PTT, it’s a post office format logistics service, it’s cheaper but reliability is at a low level.
Turkey Importation Information
Buying from people online could be risky, it’s therefore necessary to do enough due diligence on any supplier you engage with online. You can as well use our escrow service to ensure you get exactly what you ordered for or at worse case scenario make sure your money is in safe hands.
There are quite a few and not so detailed Turkey mini importation websites and this is not just about language barrier but also about the business model.
First bone of contention in buying and to import from Turkey to the USA assuming courier and trust isn’t the issue is what you want to import. Household furniture imported to USA from Turkey are nothing short of phenomenal when you see them but only very rich people can afford to bring them in using air cargo. And if you want to buy clothing & finished textile products from Turkey, then you have to first know that Turkey sells in series. Read more about buying in series here.
How do you find what you want to import from Turkey to USA.
This discussion on Turkey importation has become so relevant as more people venture into fashion and textile industry. To this effect, there is huge need for sourcing the best designs, prints, models and new market needs.
Good thing is that USA passport holders can always come into Turkey and do physical shopping of what they want to import from Turkey to USA without the hassle of getting a visa. This implies they have firsthand feel and touch of what they buy and send.
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The other good side is that there are still hundreds of personal shoppers who speak fluent English who can also help you source and procure for a reasonable fee, provide feedback in real time. They do the sourcing and buying when you send money to them. Don’t worry, there are many of them you can trust with your money, just do your due diligence. You can check out this Instagram account.
A majority of Turkey companies publish their designs via a telegram channel or a whatsapp broadcast group, Telegram is therefore a necessary tool for anyone looking to import from Turkey to USA.
Do you need more information on these, you can always contact us or drop a comment.
