This episode breaks down the corporate and operational structure required for non-US residents to sell on Amazon US. It covers how to leverage international company structures for tax benefits and simplified logistics, including detailed explanations of using Hong Kong companies and specialized freight forwarders for DDP shipping directly to FBA warehouses, minimizing customs and import complexities for sellers.
Key takeaways
US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) brand registration must be in the same company name as the Amazon seller account to properly connect them and avoid being seen as a reseller.
Non-US residents can utilize tax havens like Hong Kong, Singapore, or even the US (for non-residents) to set up their Amazon selling entities for potential tax benefits on income generated outside the company's registration country.
Leverage DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) freight forwarders to handle all logistics, customs clearance, and duties when importing from China directly to Amazon FBA, simplifying the supply chain for international sellers.
Digital nomads or non-US residents can effectively operate an Amazon FBA business remotely by focusing on systems, SOPs, and building a remote team, as many processes are online regardless of location.
Be aware that Amazon displays the flag of the registered entity's country, meaning a Hong Kong registered company will show a Hong Kong flag to customers, which differs from a Chinese flag.
Today’s guest is a lifelong entrepreneur and e-commerce business owner who started his business in China. He is in kitchen eco-product based. He is the founder and host of The Seller Process, a weekly podcast that aims to empower Amazon sellers and ecommerce entrepreneurs with the right systems and SOPs to accomplish more in their business with less time and effort. Takeaways: Setting up your company in one of these tax havens, it might be an option for you. Tax havens are, for example...
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) brand registration must be in the same company name as the Amazon seller account to properly connect them and avoid being seen as a reseller.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Non-US residents can utilize tax havens like Hong Kong, Singapore, or even the US (for non-residents) to set up their Amazon selling entities for potential tax benefits on income generated outside the company's registration country.
What does this episode say about finance & fundraising?
Leverage DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) freight forwarders to handle all logistics, customs clearance, and duties when importing from China directly to Amazon FBA, simplifying the supply chain for international sellers.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Digital nomads or non-US residents can effectively operate an Amazon FBA business remotely by focusing on systems, SOPs, and building a remote team, as many processes are online regardless of location.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Be aware that Amazon displays the flag of the registered entity's country, meaning a Hong Kong registered company will show a Hong Kong flag to customers, which differs from a Chinese flag.
