Davies Exports
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Turkish mattress overview update
I have decided to write this report due to the circumstances we are living through at the present time here in Turkey. Bad news in general that will be affecting every company that is exporting mattresses from the country in general. After us being able to hold our mattress prices steady for the past three… Read more
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Turkish clay pots
We are now working with a factory in Turkey that manufactures handmade clay pots and vases. They have asked us to help with exports and to become their main distributor of which we agreed. Many smaller companies who do not have the experience or knowledge of how to go about the exporting process, are approaching… Read more
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To box or not to box
This is the question. Do our compressed mattresses need to be boxed or not. A few things to note.The phrase, ‘A bed in a box’ is all very good and maybe it helps to sell mattresses but there is an arguement. One of our retailers in particular says that everyone is talking about saving the… Read more
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Overview of Turkey’s Mattress Industry
The Turkish mattress market has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a less developed industry into a dynamic and competitive landscape. Significant innovations and improvements, fueled by substantial investments in research and development, have propelled the market forward. This emphasis on innovation has enhanced product quality and bolstered Turkey’s global market position. The market’s growth… Read more
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Is bigger better?
When people want to buy goods from Turkey they usually take the attitude of approaching the larger companies who export their brands all over the world. This can be a good thing as they are reputable companies and have the means to produce quickly but at the same time due to the bigger workloads sometimes… Read more
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US tariff calculator
The furniture surcharge covers wooden furniture, seating, mattresses, home furnishings, and related products classified under HTS chapter 94. Many furniture categories enter the US at a 0% base tariff rate, which historically made imported furniture extremely price-competitive. Section 301 tariffs of 25% on Chinese-origin furniture remain in full force after the Supreme Court ruling. The… Read more