global member benefits

IHA provides a number of services to help members increase sales abroad. Take advantage of IHA's Housewares Export Council, international offices, international consultants and pavilions in fairs around the world.

Learn more about Global Benefits in the following areas:
Selling Products outside of the U.S. and Canada
Selling Products in the U.S.
Product Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics


Resources for Selling Products outside of the U.S. and Canada:

Housewares Export Assistance:
HECNA - Housewares Export Council of North America - A network of housewares industry professionals providing access to their international experience.

Trade Missions:
Export Trade Missions provide turn-key introductions to international markets.

HECNA Global Forum
The HECNA annual meeting on Sept. 20-23 in Chicago featuring industry-savvy specialists on relevant export topics and providing education on market entry, global product development and marketing strategies. Learn More... 

Pavilions & Tradeshows:
IHA Sponsored Pavilions - Expand your global presence by exhibiting in an IHA-sponsored pavilion at an upcoming international fair.

International Fairs Calendar - Dates and contact information on industry trade shows around the world.

Offices & Consultants:
International Offices - IHA’s four International Offices help members compete in the global marketplace.

International Consultants - Get valuable export advice from these IHA endorsed Consultants.

Publications & Reports:
International Publications - Comprehensive list of international trade journals and online media.

Global News to your Email - In partnership with Retail Forward, HECNA brings a global retail industry focused newsletter to your email daily.


Resources for Selling Products in the U.S.:

Search Tools:
Find U.S. Retailers - Find company information, including basic sales figures, company size and contact information.

Find U.S. Manufacturers Representatives - search by any combination of Agency Name, Territory, Category and/or Customer Base.

Publications & Reports:
Find U.S. Trade Journals - Comprehensive list of international trade journals and online media.

U.S. Business Guide - Free Guide to Doing Business in the U.S. (PDF)

Industry Consultants:
US Market Entry Information & Matchmaking Services

Housewares Product & Show Marketing Services


Resources for Product Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics:

Freight Discounts:
IHSA - International Housewares Shippers Association - Reduce Your Shipping Costs!

Trade Missions:
Sourcing Trade Missions provide turn-key introductions to international markets.

Publications & Reports:
International Publications - Comprehensive list of international trade journals and online media.

Global News to your Email - In partnership with Retail Forward, HECNA brings a global retail industry focused newsletter to your email daily.

Global Sources – Publications, reports and trade fairs.

Briefings:
Briefing on Recent Developments Affecting Business with China (and Vietnam)

Housewares Manufacturing in Vietnam Today

C-TPAT Compliance & Resources
Securing the Global Supply Chain Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Strategic Plan

Container and Supply Chain Security Information from the Department of Homeland Security

C-TPAT Legal Consultants