What Is Currently Changing in Imports from China?
Imports from China are changing rapidly in 2026, with technology, quality, supply security and compliance with European regulations becoming increasingly important. In this article, we analyze the key trends that are already influencing importers’ decisions and companies’ sourcing strategies. We look at what new EU regulations, rising production costs, the development of AI and automation, and the growing popularity of the China+1 strategy mean for businesses. We also explore which industries currently offer the greatest potential and why total import costs and supply chain resilience are becoming more important than the product price alone. Find out how the Chinese market is changing and what to consider when planning imports in the second half of 2026.