If you’re looking for a business that doesn’t require a lot of money to start but can bring in a lot of profit exporting duck feathers and duck down could be one of the chances in Pakistan right now. Even though there is a lot of interest from countries very few local sellers are working in this area. Which means there is not much competition and a lot of space for new people to do well fast.
In this guide we will explain everything you need to know: what duck feathers and duck down’re their HS code, the size of the market how they are used how to pack them the main countries they are sent to how to get them and a clear plan to start exporting.
What Are Duck Feathers and Duck Down
Duck feathers and duck down are two parts taken from ducks and both are very popular in the world. But for different reasons.
- Duck Feather: These are the feathers of the ducks body. They have a stick in the middle, with the feather attached to it.
- Duck Down: This is the fluffy part found mostly around the ducks chest. Unlike feathers down does not have a stick. Its light has a soft shape and feels very soft when you touch it.
Both items are sold,. Duck down is much more wanted and worth more because it is softer and keeps you warmer which we will talk about in the sections below.
Duck Feather and Down Products Need HS Code
Every product that can be exported needs a code called the HS code for customs. Duck feather and down products are no exception. The HS code helps us understand how much of the product is being traded how many shipments are being made and why people want to buy duck feather and down products much.
Recently we looked at some trade data. Found out that Pakistan exported duck feathers worth about PKR 50 million in just two months.. The demand for duck feather and down products is going up all the time. This means that now is a time to start selling these products because people really want to buy them.
What Are Duck Feathers and Down Used For
Duck feathers and down used to be thrown but now they are used in many different industries that people want products from.
- Jackets and winter clothes. Down is a material to keep people warm so it is used to fill jackets.
- Pillows and bedding. Down is very soft and comfortable so it is used to fill pillows and make bed clothes.
- Blankets. Feathers are mixed together to make warm blankets.
- Bags. Some bags are filled with feathers.
- Decoration. Feathers are used to make things look nice and for craft projects.
The reason people want to buy duck feather and down products much is that they are used in so many different things. Duck feather and down products are wanted by industries and countries which is why the demand, for them is so strong.
Where does Pakistan export duck Down to
The places that get duck feather and down from Pakistan are not very many.
- China gets all of Pakistans duck feather and down exports. This means China gets 99.99 percent of Pakistans duck feather and down.
- Sometimes Vietnam and Taiwan get some duck feather and down from Pakistan.. This does not happen very often. It might only happen once or twice a month.
⚠️ Important Buyer Caution
We need to remind buyers to be careful. This is because all duck feather and down from Pakistan goes to China.. Sometimes Chinese buyers are not honest. To keep your business safe:
- Always try to get paid before you send the duck feather and down.
- If you cannot get paid before you send the duck feather and down make sure the buyer agrees to pay you with a Letter of Credit.
- Do not agree to send the duck feather and down without getting paid especially if you do not know the buyer.
Product Specifications and Packing
You should know what the buyers want so you can send them the duck feather and down. This will help you avoid sending duck feather and down that the buyers do not want:
- The duck feather and down should be 2 to 4 centimeters wide.
- The duck feather and down should be 5 to 6 centimeters long.
- The duck feather and down is usually packed tightly into bundles for shipping.. The way it is packed can be different depending on what the buyer wants. Most buyers, like the duck feather and down to be packed tightly into bundles that are shaped like balls.
Who are the top countries that export duck feathers and down
There are four countries that sell the duck feathers and down to other countries.
These countries are:
- China. China is the exporter and importer of duck feathers and down. China buys duck feathers and down at a low price makes them into pillows, clothes and blankets and then sells these products to other countries like Europe for a much higher price.
- Ukraine
- Sri Lanka
- Vietnam
It is helpful to know which countries are the exporters so new exporters can figure out how much to charge for their products and who to sell them to.
Where do you find duck feathers. Down to sell
If you want to start selling duck feathers and you have a few options to find them.
You can get them from:
- Duck farms. You can buy duck feathers. Down directly from farms that raise ducks.
- Local companies that process duck feathers and Many cities, like Karachi have companies that process and sell duck feathers and down. You can visit these companies to find out how much they cost and what kinds of products they have. This is an cheap way to start.
You do not need to spend a lot of money to start selling duck feathers and so it is easy for new exporters to get started.
How do you find people to buy your duck feathers and down
After you find a way to get duck feathers and down you need to find people to buy them. Most of the buyers are in China like we said before. To find buyers you need to look at lists of imports and exports and trade websites to find people who are already buying duck feathers and down, in the countries you want to sell to.
Here is how you export duck feather and down from Pakistan.
Exporting this product is done in four steps:
1. Preparation for Export
- To start exporting you need to register your business. You can register as an owner or a partnership or a private company. Registering as an owner or a partnership is cheaper and easier.
- You need to get a National Tax Number.
- You also need to register for sales tax.
- It is an idea to register with the Chamber of Commerce.
- You need to complete registrations that are required, like WEBOC or PSW.
2. Getting Ready for Export
- You should make a website for your business.
- You need to link your media accounts like Facebook to your business website.
- It is better to use an email address for your business instead of a regular Gmail account. This looks more professional to buyers from countries.
3. Documentation
At this stage you need to work with two people:
- The Freight Forwarder helps with shipping and gives you a loading program. This program says where to pick up the container and where to load it like ICT or GTL or PICT or SAPT or QICT.
- The Customs Clearing Agent helps with unloading the container and clearing customs at the terminal.
When you get the loading program you need to give it to your customs agent so they can start the clearance process.
Make sure your container is sealed or locked before you give it to them. Never give them a container.
- After the container is on the ship you need to get some papers:
- You need to get the Bill of Lading from your freight forwarder.
You need to get the Chamber of Commerce Certificate and papers from your customs agent.
4. Shipment
The last step is to give all the papers to the bank so you can get paid.
You need to submit all the documents to the bank to complete the transaction and receive payment for your duck feather and down export, from Pakistan.
Final Thoughts
Duck feather and duck down are things that have not been looked much as something to send out of Pakistan. There are not costs to get these things more people around the world want them and it is not hard to start selling them. This way of doing business is good for people who are just starting out or who do not have a lot of money. The important part is to have the right papers to check the people who want to buy them carefully (especially people, from China) and to make sure the way the products are packed is always the same.
If you really want to get into the business of sending things out of Pakistan this is a type of product that should be considered. The numbers show there is a lot of space to grow now.
