1.The core risks of cross-border e-commerce include three types: exchange rate, policy, and inventory risks.
2.Exchange rate fluctuations can be mitigated through exchange rate locking and multi-currency settlement.
3.Pay close attention to policy changes in the target country (e.g., adjustments to import tax rates).
4.Inventory risks can be alleviated through small-batch trial sales and pre-order models.
5.Monitoring of fraudulent transactions requires checking abnormal orders with the same address/phone number.
6.Intellectual property infringement will result in product removal, fines, or even lawsuits.
7.Promptly recall products with quality issues and report to regulatory authorities.
8.Cooperative logistics providers must have filed qualifications to avoid channel risks.
9.Platform accounts must be bound to a secure mobile phone and enable two-factor authentication.
10.Market competition risks can be addressed through differentiated product selection and brand building.
11.For customs clearance risks, prepare complete documents in advance and confirm accurate product classification.
12.Avoid selling prohibited/restricted products (e.g., replica guns, endangered animal products).
13.Data security must comply with the laws of the target country (e.g., EU GDPR).
14.Regularly assess the qualifications of partners (suppliers, logistics providers).
15.Reserve more than 20% of inventory during peak seasons to cope with sudden order growth.
16.Prevent malicious negative reviews and collect evidence to appeal to the platform.
17.For capital chain risks, control inventory turnover to ensure cash flow.
18.Human operational errors can be reduced through process standardization and training.
19.For force majeure events (natural disasters, wars), take out corresponding insurance.
20.Conduct regular compliance self-inspections with reference to the Cross-Border E-Commerce Industry Compliance Guidelines.