Sourcing reliable, cost-effective equipment is critical for any business that prints labels, barcodes, batch codes or packaging. Many importers now choose to export Industrial Printers from China because the market offers a wide range of machines at competitive prices. The key is doing it safely, efficiently and with the right support.

China’s manufacturers can supply everything from compact coders for small factories to high-speed systems for FMCG production lines. For importers, wholesalers, and logistics providers – especially those serving African and other emerging markets – this is a strong opportunity. Wigmore Trading helps turn that opportunity into a controlled, low-risk transaction.

Why source industrial printers from China?

China has become a global hub for industrial printing equipment. Manufacturers there produce at scale, which drives down unit costs while still offering good build quality. Buyers can choose from a broad range of brands and specifications to suit:

• Food and beverage packaging
• Pharmaceuticals and healthcare
• Cosmetics and personal care
• Building materials and cables
• Warehouse, logistics and retail labelling

Many factories are experienced exporters. They are used to working with overseas partners and can provide technical datasheets, test reports, CE certificates and English-language manuals. When you work through a specialist intermediary such as Wigmore Trading, these documents are checked upfront so your shipment is ready for customs and local inspections on arrival.

Key types of industrial printers you can export

When you export Industrial Printers from China, you can choose from several machine categories, including:

• Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers – ideal for printing expiry dates, batch codes and barcodes on fast-moving production lines.
• Thermal Transfer Overprinters (TTO) – for coding on flexible packaging films, pouches and labels.
• Industrial label printers and print-and-apply systems – for pallets, cartons and logistics labels in warehouses and distribution centres.
• High-resolution case coders – for printing text, logos and barcodes on outer cartons and shipping boxes.

Wigmore Trading can help you decide which printer type is right for your application, whether you serve FMCG manufacturers, pharmaceutical packers, logistics hubs or wholesale distributors in your region.

Common challenges when buying from China

Buying machinery from overseas always carries risk. The most common problems include:

• Unclear specifications – differences in voltage, line speed, ink type or print resolution.
• Hidden costs – extra charges for packaging, documentation, local fees or port handling.
• Compliance issues – missing safety certificates, incorrect labelling or incomplete manuals.
• Logistics complications – poorly packed machines, unclear Incoterms or weak communication around transit times.

Any one of these can lead to delays at customs, extra charges, or a printer that does not perform as expected on your production line.

Using an experienced trading partner helps avoid these pitfalls. Wigmore Trading reviews technical specifications, confirms packing and labelling requirements, and checks that documentation matches the needs of the destination country before the goods leave China. Wigmore Trading can help you avoid expensive surprises once the equipment reaches your port or warehouse.

How Wigmore Trading simplifies export from China

Wigmore Trading acts as a bridge between Chinese manufacturers and importers in Africa, the Middle East, Europe and beyond. Rather than dealing with multiple suppliers and agents, you work with one partner who manages the key steps:

• Shortlisting reliable industrial printer manufacturers and brands
• Comparing models and pricing against your performance and budget targets
• Coordinating basic factory inspections or quality checks before shipment
• Consolidating multiple orders in one container to save on freight
• Handling export paperwork, customs documentation and shipping coordination

By managing both sourcing and logistics, Wigmore Trading helps you control risk while keeping your total landed cost competitive. Wigmore Trading can help you build a repeatable import channel for industrial printers and related consumables such as inks, ribbons and spare parts.

Get in touch with our team to learn more about current industrial printer options and routes from China to your chosen market.

Practical steps to start exporting industrial printers

A simple, structured approach will make your first shipment smoother:

1. Define your requirements – product type, print speed, substrate, ink or ribbon, connectivity and local power standards.
2. Share your brief with Wigmore Trading – we will match you with suitable printer models and trusted manufacturers in China.
3. Review quotations and technical data – compare performance, warranty terms, spare parts availability and lead times.
4. Confirm order and logistics – agree quantities, Incoterms and shipping route; Wigmore Trading coordinates with factories and freight partners.

From there, you receive the equipment, install it on site and monitor performance. Once your market demand grows, Wigmore Trading can help you plan follow-up orders and expand your range of industrial printers and related equipment.

Build long-term value with the right partner

Industrial printers are long-term assets that directly influence efficiency, product quality and brand perception. Choosing the right machines – and managing the export process properly – can reduce waste, improve uptime and strengthen your position in both domestic and export markets.

By working with an experienced trading company, you turn a complex international purchase into a managed, predictable process. Wigmore Trading combines sourcing expertise, logistics know-how and regional market experience to help you buy and export Industrial Printers from China with confidence.

Contact Wigmore Trading today to streamline your sourcing and unlock new opportunities in industrial printing and packaging.