02 · Market & certification research

See the real shape of your target market,
in numbers, before you enter

Once you've chosen a target country, it's time to verify whether your product will actually work in that market. Market size, competitors, tariffs and certifications, distribution structure, and profitability — every report is researched from scratch, with no recycled content.

Market Research Report

  1. Product readiness
    • Export suitability check
    • Product photos & specs
    STEP 01
  2. Market & certification research
    • Target country & channel selection
    • Certifications & regulations
    • Market Research Report
    STEP 02
  3. English marketing assets
    • Promotional website build
    • English company profile
    • Target-market language versions
    STEP 03
  4. Buyer discovery
    • Buyers with verified trade records
    • 300 companies emailed monthly
    • Blog & social publishing on 4 channels
    STEP 04
  5. Export contract
    • Unified inquiry handling
    • Deal terms support
    • LOI & MOU support
    STEP 05
  6. Customs & shipping
    • Export customs support
    • Freight forwarding partners
    STEP 06
  7. Aftercare & repeat orders
    • Inquiry forwarding
    • Buyer relationship care
    STEP 07
  • ITOS executes
  • Linked support
  • You prepare

What makes this report different

0% recycled

Freshly researched, every time

We never reuse a previous report. Every project is collected and analyzed from scratch, matched to your product and target country.

7 sections

Built through to a conclusion

Seven sections, from market opportunity to profitability simulation. Each one ends with what to do next, not just a list of facts.

Primary sources

Every figure is sourced

Based on primary data such as UN Comtrade, with any unverified figures clearly labeled as estimates.

No filler

Density over page count

No generic padding added just to bulk up the page count. Only the information you need to decide stays in.

The report's seven sections, on the actual page

These screens are from a report delivered to an actual client. We'll walk you through what each section helps you decide.

01

Market opportunity analysis — is the market actually large and growing?

We start by confirming, in numbers, how large the market you want to enter actually is and how fast it is growing. Beyond the overall market size, CAGR, and segment share, we also review Korea's export performance under the relevant HS code to judge whether the market is still open. Market size trends and origin-country share are presented together as charts.

Market Research Report — Market Opportunity Analysis
Market opportunity analysis section — market size, CAGR, and 2030 outlook metrics with market size trend and origin-country share charts
02

Competitive landscape analysis — who you're up against, and where the opening is

We name the competitors you're up against and lay out their price points and weaknesses. We summarize the competitive structure — which countries and brands hold which share — and benchmark leading competitors' price points, main channels, key messaging, and weaknesses to identify the position your product can take.

Market Research Report — Competitive Landscape Analysis
Competitive landscape analysis section — leading-competitor benchmarking table (price points, main channels, key messaging, weaknesses)
03

Entry barriers & regulations — locking down the variables that swing your cost

So tariffs and certifications never throw off your calculations, we lock down the items that directly affect your cost. We confirm the HS code and organize local taxation — MFN general rates, FTA preferential rates, and VAT — then convert the savings under an FTA into an actual figure.

Market Research Report — Entry Barriers & Regulations
Entry barriers & regulations section — tariff rates by HS code, FTA preferential rates, VAT, and cost savings
04

Distribution & marketing strategy — the path your product takes to the customer

We map out whose hands your product passes through on its way to the end customer. We lay out the value chain — from importers to distributors to installers — and the offline/online channel share structure, then recommend whether to target B2B direct sales or B2C retail first.

Market Research Report — Distribution & Marketing Strategy
Distribution & marketing strategy section — value chain from importers to distributors to installers, and channel share
05

Entry strategy & buyers — a roadmap you can execute in order

We break down what needs to happen into time-bound phases you can execute in order: Phase 1 (months 0–3) — finding local partners and securing certifications; Phase 2 (months 3–9) — initial shipments and building a track record; Phase 3 (months 9–18) — expanding the distribution network. All presented as a phased roadmap.

Market Research Report — Entry Strategy & Buyers
Entry strategy & buyers section — Phase 1–3 phased entry roadmap
06

Risk analysis — grading and countermeasures before something goes wrong

So you don't have to learn the hard way, we grade risks and attach countermeasures to each. Alongside a risk classification covering payment collection and partner insolvency, we lay out practical countermeasures — credit checks, letters of credit, international arbitration clauses, export insurance — plus preparation for quality and installation claims (product liability insurance, technical training).

Market Research Report — Risk Analysis
Risk analysis section — risk classification by severity and practical countermeasures
07

Profitability simulation — does it actually pay off?

What matters in the end is whether it pays off. We calculate the projected export price (EXW) and margin rate and break-even point (BEP), then estimate returns across conservative, base, and optimistic scenarios to answer the question: does this deal actually make money?

Market Research Report — Profitability Simulation
Profitability simulation section — projected export price, margin rate, break-even point, and scenario-based return estimates
References and data sources provided as an appendix, alongside the seven main sections

Fresh research, current data, every time

With a seven-section report freshly researched for your product and target country, confirm the market's realities and risks before you enter — and start with confidence.

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Frequently asked questions

Q 1

How is this different from other market research services?

We never recycle a previous report. Every project involves fresh research into the target country and channel, with a custom analysis built on current data. Our sector specialists ground the work in primary sources such as UN Comtrade and cite the source behind every figure.

Q 2

What does the report cover, and how does the process work?

The report has seven sections: market opportunity, competitive landscape, tariffs and certifications, distribution and marketing, entry strategy and buyers, risk, and profitability simulation. We confirm your product and target market with you first, then begin the research, and provide references and data sources as an appendix alongside the main report.

Q 3

Can I trust the data in the report?

The report is grounded in credible primary sources such as UN Comtrade, with the source cited behind every figure, and any unverified parts clearly marked as estimates. Because the underlying evidence is included, you can use it directly for internal review and decision-making.

Q 4

Which companies is this suited for?

It suits SMEs preparing to export to a new country or channel, or those who need evidence-based judgment before committing to a target market. Even if your product or target market isn't finalized yet, we'll work through it together during the consultation.

Q 5

How much does it cost?

It is offered at a published list price with no case-by-case negotiation — please see the pricing page for the exact amount.

Q 6

What comes after the research?

Based on the findings, we carry you into execution — building your website, producing your company profile, and finding buyers. Buyer discovery centers on buyers with verified trade records, and the same team stays on for the follow-through connection.