Services we offer
Market assessment
As part of a comprehensive approach to achieving successful market entry, In2Asia conducts in-market research on behalf of brands looking to enter Asian markets for the first time, including growth drivers, target consumer cohorts, competitor analysis, and a review of comparative pricing
Trademarking
In2Asia can manage your trademark registration process across all relevant categories to ensure maximum brand protection is in place before any market-facing activity occurs.
Market access
A detailed assessment of all SKUs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements as part of an integrated market entry strategy. This includes ingredients, packaging, product claims, and other regulatory requirements such as GACC (food & beverage) to ensure successful market access.
Pricing strategies
During the initial engagement, In2Asia works with each brand to establish a pricing structure that will ensure long term success by balancing price, brand position, and levels of distributor against the aims of the strategic plan established for the export market.
Social media marketing
The team at In2Asia has more than 15 years’ experience in designing and delivering effective digital marketing campaigns via a range of Chinese social media platforms to support the launch and sustained growth of premium consumer brands in China.
E-commerce solutions
As part of a vertically integrated export management service, the In2Asia team establishes and manages the day-to-day delivery and operation of e-commerce stores on behalf of client brands including:
ecommerce store design and operation
preparation and management of major online promotion events
logistics and supply chain coordination and oversight
warehouse stock management and re-ordering
comprehensive monthly reporting including platform billing and invoice management.
Importation management
As a registered import and export trading company in China, In2Asia provides a fully integrated import service including customs clearance, management of logistics, warehousing, and delivery of products to sales and distribution channel partners.
Online and offline distribution
In2Asia engages with a network of carefully selected distributors and premium sales channel partners to drive sales growth while maintaining control over brand positioning and pricing.
Sales channel management
Once sales or distribution agreements have been signed, In2Asia’s in-market teams provide sales and account management oversight to make sure that contracts deliver on sales plans and expectations.
Sourcing
The China based In2Asia team have a wealth of experience in sourcing products and manufacturing solutions using a focused three stage approach that includes qualifying sourcing options, site inspections, project management, and quality control.
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Five questions every business must ask before entering the market in China
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