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Import Business Question

by serranodesignservices@comcast.net, Window Shopper

  • Created: May 1, 2012, 5:39 pm
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A partner and I would like to start an antique import business. We currently are operating by selling local antiques/wholesale home decor items, but really want to be able to bring in other antiques from other countries. Are there any organizations/programs that are designed to help starting this type of business. We also may want to design our own line of reproductions in the future and would need information on how to go about this as well.
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SusannaB | Window Shopper | 6/4/2012 - 6:48 am

i hope you find what you are looking for. i am moving pretty soon and think it would be nice to get something antique for my new home This comment was edited to remove a link. Please review our Community Best Practices for how best to engage in our online discussions.

BizResearcher | Window Shopper | 5/2/2012 - 11:12 am

You may also want to visit with a counselor at a small business development
center or a SCORE office in your area. They can advise you on local
resources. Many states have a division of international trade, often
associated with your state department of commerce, that can help with
importing. As Kmurray mentioned, there are stringent rules and regulations
for importing, particularly importing antiquities, so you will want to be
fully informed before expanding your product line.

kmurray | Community Moderator | 5/2/2012 - 8:01 am

Hi there,  Check out our resources for importing goods. There are stringent rules and regulations for importing, but assistance programs and online data can help you have an informed and smooth importing process. Best of luck!