Jin, Yuki

For consumer electronics exported to the European market, compliance requirements are rapidly expanding—from the product itself to the packaging that contains it. Following the EU Battery Regulation, new national standards, and product safety mandates, the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is gradually coming into effect. For power banks, portable chargers, and wireless charging devices destined for […]

The humble lighter—a daily essential found in pockets and households worldwide—may seem unremarkable. Yet behind this small, mass-produced item lies an industry that offers a fascinating window into China‘s manufacturing prowess and global trade dynamics. Covering HS Code 961300 (cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether mechanical or electrical, and parts thereof, excluding flints and wicks),

At first glance, scissors may seem like the most basic of tools—a simple pair of blades pivoting around a screw. But beneath this simplicity lies a multi-billion-dollar global industry undergoing a quiet revolution. The global scissors market was valued at approximately $3.31 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $4.3 billion by 2034, growing at

The two-wheeler industry is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, gasoline-powered motorcycles have been the backbone of transportation in Southeast Asia and India. However, the winds of change are blowing stronger than ever. 2026 marks a pivotal turning point. Governments across the region are rolling out aggressive policies—from bans on petrol bikes to substantial purchase