Buy machinery, equipment and stock lots from Korea through one exporter
Export sourcing on Unboxing Korea is handled by HANA for U, a trading company based near Incheon, Korea. We buy from Korean factories, manufacturers and brand owners that do not export themselves, then inspect, pack and ship to you under one contract.
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| Your situation | What goes wrong buying direct | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| A Korean factory is selling a used machine | The seller has no English-speaking staff, no export paperwork, and wants the machine removed quickly | We sign the purchase in Korea, arrange dismantling and loading, and issue the export documents |
| A small manufacturer makes the product you want | No export staff and no overseas contact after delivery | We act as your single contact, confirm the specification and inspect before shipment |
| Your order spans several suppliers | Separate invoices, payments and shipments for each supplier | We consolidate everything into one invoice and one shipment |
| A brand or distributor is clearing inventory | Stock is offered only to domestic buyers | We buy domestically and export to the markets the seller permits |
What we export from Korea
We handle orders where the seller cannot export directly: large single items and mixed orders from many small suppliers. For regulated goods such as cosmetics and food, the importer of record handles product registration in the destination country. Medical devices and medicines are outside ordinary consolidation orders.
CNC machine tools (used and new)
Machining centers, CNC lathes, 5-axis machines, grinders and EDM from Korean builders such as DN Solutions, Hyundai WIA, Hwacheon and SMEC, used or new, with inspection and the Korean export classification handled before you pay. CNC machine tools from Korea
Used machinery
Injection molding machines, CNC machine tools, presses, SMT lines and packaging lines sold by Korean factories. Used machinery from Korea
Korean restaurant and leisure equipment
Korean BBQ grills and smokeless roasters, kimbap and dumpling machines, coin karaoke systems and photo booths from small Korean makers. Korean restaurant and leisure equipment
New machines from small manufacturers
Packaging, food processing, laser marking and welding equipment from makers without an export team.
Facility clear-outs
Hotel furniture, commercial kitchens, gym equipment and warehouse racking sold as one lot when a site closes or renovates.
Brand overstock and stock lots
Apparel, footwear and sporting goods from Korean inventory, sold by the lot with the seller’s permitted destinations stated up front.
Fabric and textile stock
Korean knit, polyester and functional fabrics, including stock lots from wholesale markets that sell only domestically.
Trade guides by buyer type
Each guide covers import duties and FTA rates by country, product rules, what the exporter prepares, and recent developments.
Retail and distribution
K-beauty from multiple brands
Buy small lots from 10-20 Korean cosmetics brands in one shipment: duties, FTA rates, notification rules and distribution-rights checks.
Korean food in a mixed container
How overseas Korean grocers combine noodles, sauces, gim, snacks and drinks from many makers in one container.
Products for Shopee and TikTok Shop sellers
Small mixed lots of trending Korean goods: duties, low-value parcel rules, BPOM and halal, air freight, counterfeit risks.
K-pop goods and stationery
Albums, photocards, stationery and character goods: HS codes, duties, licensing and toy safety rules.
Household goods for retail chains
Duties, FTA rates, food-contact rules and container loading for kitchen, bathroom, storage and cleaning goods.
Operators and projects
Restaurant and fried chicken franchise supplies
Sauces, batter mixes, packaging, kitchen equipment and uniforms: duties, halal, allergen, voltage and packaging rules.
Korean-style cafe opening package
Syrups, powders, cups, bingsu machines and decor in one shipment: duties, food rules, voltage and opening-day planning.
Aesthetic clinic supplies
What clinics can import as cosmetics, what counts as a medical device or drug, and duties by country.
Hair salon and nail supplies
Hair colour, perms, salon tools and gel nail supplies: duties, the EU TPO ban and dangerous-goods shipping rules.
Hotel and resort supplies
Custom amenities, bed linen, towels and guest-room items: HS codes, duties, amenity rules and single-use restrictions.
Teaching aids and kindergarten equipment
Duties and FTA rates, toy safety rules and copyright for Korean teaching aids, books and play equipment.
Manufacturing inputs
Fabric and trims for garment factories
Fabric, zippers, buttons, labels and thread: HS codes, duties, FTA origin rules, PFAS limits and inspection.
Cosmetics OEM and packaging
Private-label cosmetics plus bottles, pumps and cartons: duties, FTA origin, regulatory files and packaging rules.
Food packaging machines and materials
Pouch, sealing, vacuum and filling machines with matched film: duties, CE and electrical rules, used-machine limits.
Interior materials by the container
Wallpaper, flooring, tiles, lighting and hardware for one site: duties, FTA rates and building-product rules.
Events and curated orders
Corporate gifts and holiday gift sets
How customs classifies mixed gift sets, what duty and FTA rates apply, and which product rules each item carries.
Subscription box sourcing
Bulk import or parcels from Korea: duties, new US, EU and UK low-value parcel rules, food and cosmetics limits.
Pop-up stores and K-festivals
Importing for short events: ATA Carnet, duties, sampling permits and unsold stock.
Influencer shops and live commerce
Stock-first or pre-order imports: duties, product registration, disclosure rules, platform limits and air freight timing.
How buying through us works
- Request. Send the item, specification, quantity and destination country.
- Sourcing and quote. We locate the goods in Korea and send photos, specifications and a price with the Incoterm stated (FOB, CFR or CIF from Incheon or Busan).
- Inspection. You check the goods by live video or in person. A third-party inspector of your choice is welcome.
- Proforma invoice and payment. Payment is by bank transfer against our proforma invoice. The terms are written on each quote.
- Packing and loading. We arrange dismantling where needed, export packing and container loading.
- Documents and shipment. You receive the commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, plus a certificate of origin when the goods qualify as Korean origin.
Planning a shipment? Use the container load calculator to estimate CBM and how many units fit in a 20ft or 40ft container.
Duties, origin and export rules
| Topic | What importers should know |
|---|---|
| Free trade agreements | Korea has trade agreements with the EU, the UK, ASEAN, India, Australia, Canada and many other partners. Preferential duty applies only to goods that qualify as Korean origin and ship with a valid certificate of origin. |
| Used goods | A used machine located in Korea is not automatically Korean origin. We tell you before you pay whether a certificate of origin can be issued. |
| Used machinery import rules | Many countries set an age limit or require a pre-shipment inspection for used machinery. We confirm the rule for your country before quoting. |
| Export control | Some high-precision machine tools and robots need a Korean strategic-item classification before export. We file the classification request. |
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign company buy directly from a Korean factory?
Yes, if the factory is willing and able to export. Many sellers of used equipment and many small manufacturers are not: they have no export staff and no experience with export documents. In those cases an exporter in Korea buys the goods and ships them to you.
What is the minimum order?
There is no fixed minimum, but our service suits orders that fill at least part of a container or involve a single high-value machine. Small parcel orders are better served by a shopping service.
Which ports do you ship from?
Incheon and Busan are the usual ports. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF as you prefer.
Can I inspect the goods before paying?
Yes. We arrange a live video inspection or an on-site visit, and you may send your own inspector.
Do you provide a certificate of origin?
We provide one when the goods qualify as Korean origin under the relevant trade agreement. For used or foreign-made goods located in Korea this is often not possible, and we say so before you pay.
Which products do you not handle?
Medical devices, medicines and other goods that need a licence to trade. For cosmetics and food we consolidate orders, but the importer of record must hold the registrations required in the destination country.
Request a quote
Tell us what you need. We reply in English within one business day.
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