The questions global brands ask us most — about compliance, customs, payments and how we work.
GSTDo I need an Indian entity or GST number to sell?
No. As your import and distribution partner, Valuecart enables you to sell across Indian marketplaces without registering a local entity — while you keep control of pricing and brand.
BIS / WPCWhich products need certification, and how long does it take?
Around 75% of electronics and consumer-goods categories require BIS, WPC or FSSAI certification, typically 8–16 weeks per SKU. We pre-screen your catalogue and run registrations in parallel to compress that timeline so you're shelf-ready before peak season.
CustomsHow do you keep consignments moving through customs?
Documentation gaps cause most port delays and demurrage. With 7+ years of customs expertise and document automation via Jennifer, we keep paperwork clean and clearance fast — several brands have cleared in under a week.
PaymentsHow and when do I get paid?
Jennifer reconciles every marketplace settlement down to the order-ID level and remits in your local currency within 5 days, with real-time cash-flow visibility and competitive conversion rates.
ModelHow is your model different from a distributor?
Distributors earn when they buy from you and often discount downstream. With our sell-through model, you retain title until sale; we set the price floors in line with your brand positioning and get paid only on sell-through — so brand equity and margin compound instead of being traded away.
MarketplacesWhich marketplaces can you launch me on?
Amazon and other major marketplaces in India, plus offline distribution through our network. We handle account setup, listings, A+ content, advertising and performance analytics.
CategoriesWhat product categories do you work with?
Electronics & accessories, home & appliances, fashion & lifestyle, beauty & personal care, and heavy/bulky furniture, among others. If you're unsure, send us your catalogue for a free eligibility check.
LogisticsDo you handle warehousing and last-mile delivery?
Yes — 20,000+ sq ft of WMS-driven warehousing for picking, packing and shipping, plus a fulfilment and logistics partner network covering pan-India delivery. See our Partners page.
CostCan you lower my landed cost?
Often, yes. Through certified local assembly partners we can import components instead of finished goods to cut non-creditable costs and unlock PLI & Make-in-India incentives — improving margin per SKU.
Getting startedHow do we begin?
Start with a free compliance check. Share your top SKUs and we'll map eligibility, indicative landed cost and a launch timeline — no obligation. Contact us to begin.
