Expert insights on importing, e-commerce, and business growth in Pakistan.
You found a product on Alibaba. The photos look good. The price looks better. Before you place a bulk order, stop. Photos hide flaws. Fabric feels different in hand. Colors shift under real light. This is where sampling comes in.
Every online seller in Pakistan has felt this moment: the order notification pops up, you feel that rush of a sale and then payout day comes, and the amount in your account is way less than you expected. Where did the profit go? Whether you're selling on Daraz or running your own Shopify store, the answer is almost always the same: commission, payment handling fees, provincial VAT, shipping, packaging, and ad spend are quietly eating into your margin before you even see the payout. Most sellers price their products using cost + desired margin, without realizing how much gets deducted after the sale. This article breaks down exactly where your money goes on each platform and how to calculate your true Daraz vs Shopify profit before you list a single product.
Your iPhone was working perfectly. Calls, WhatsApp, Instagram everything smooth. Then one day, mobile data just... stopped. Wi-Fi still works, calls still go through, but the second you step outside without Wi-Fi, you're cut off. No warning, no notification explaining why, just a phone that suddenly feels half-broken. This isn't a software glitch. It's PTA (Pakistan Telecommunication Authority) blocking your device from using local mobile networks because it was never registered. Every phone brought into Pakistan whether bought abroad, gifted by a relative, or ordered online has a 60-day window to get registered with PTA before it gets blocked from cellular service. Most people find out the hard way, after their SIM has already stopped working. In this article, we'll explain exactly why this happens, how much PTA tax actually costs, and how to calculate it before you're caught off guard.
You made a sale on Daraz. The notification popped up, you felt that rush — and then payout day came, and the amount in your account was nowhere near what you expected. Where did the profit go?
Important: Customs duties and taxes vary according to the product’s classification, assessed customs value and current government regulations. Any calculator result should be treated as an estimate, not a final customs assessment.
The eCommerce industry in Pakistan is growing rapidly, creating excellent opportunities for entrepreneurs, retailers, and importers. With more consumers shopping online than ever before, selling the right products can help businesses achieve consistent growth and profitability.
Starting an import business no longer requires a massive investment. With careful planning and smart product selection, you can begin importing products directly from China to Pakistan with a budget of PKR 100,000. Whether you want to sell on Daraz, social media, or through your own online store, importing from China can be a profitable business opportunity.
Calculate import tax, customs duty, GST, shipping, insurance, and total landed cost for importing goods from China to Pakistan with our free calculator.
Planning to import products from China, the USA, or any other country? Our Import Duty Calculator helps you estimate customs duty, taxes, shipping costs, and total landed cost before placing an order. Learn how import duties work, what factors affect customs charges, and how to reduce unnecessary import expenses.
If you sell online, there's a good chance your next bestseller is sitting in a factory in China right now. This import guide from China to USA walks you through everything: shipping, customs, duties, sourcing, and how to avoid the costly mistakes that trip up new importers. Whether you run a Shopify store, sell on Amazon FBA, or dropship through CJ Dropshipping, this guide is built for you.
Step-by-step guide covering sourcing, shipping, customs clearance, and selling imported products in Pakistan. Estimate duty next with the China Import Tax Calculator.
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