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Since 1995 · Guangzhou, China
Custom Book Printing Manufacturer & Factory Direct from China
11,416 m² Factory · 30 Years Export Experience · Direct to Africa & Global Markets
What We Do
Our Printing Services
Full-service book manufacturing from China — hardcover, paperback, Bibles, notebooks & more.
Bible Printing
Leather-bound, gold-foil stamped Bibles with Smyth-sewn binding for churches and publishers worldwide.
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Hardcover & Paperback
Offset-printed books with dust jackets, case binding, and perfect binding for trade publishers.
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Custom Notebooks
Branded journals, wire-o bound notebooks, and leatherette planners with custom foil logos.
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Children’s Books
Vibrant board books and picture books with rounded corners, spot UV, and safe soy-based inks.
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Textbook Printing
High-volume educational books with PUR binding, lamination, and durable covers for schools.
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Magazine & Catalog
Glossy saddle-stitched or perfect-bound magazines with full-color offset on coated stock.
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Education & Exercise
Workbooks, exercise books, and teacher guides with answer-key inserts and perforated pages.
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Heidelberg Offset Press
Factory Capabilities
Why Qicai Press?
As a leading offset printing factory in China, we combine 30 years of expertise with modern equipment to deliver factory-direct quality at competitive prices. Every book passes our full-line quality control before shipping.
- Mitsubishi 8-color web press
- Heidelberg offset press
- ROLAND die-cut label press
- Smyth sewn & PUR binding
- Gold foil stamping
- Embossing & edge gilding
- 3 R&D engineers (Masters)
- 2 dedicated QA/QC inspectors
ISO Certified
Full QC
Eco Materials
Logistics
Shipping & Logistics
Estimated sea freight transit times from Guangzhou Port to key ports worldwide.
Africa
10–32 daysNigeriaLagos (Apapa)
25–32GhanaTema
24–30KenyaMombasa
15–20South AfricaDurban
17–22TanzaniaDar es Salaam
16–22EgyptPort Said
18–23Asia
3–14 daysSingaporeSingapore
4–7South KoreaBusan
4–7JapanTokyo / Yokohama
5–8IndonesiaJakarta
7–10IndiaNhava Sheva (Mumbai)
10–14ThailandLaem Chabang
5–8Europe
22–34 daysNetherlandsRotterdam
28–33GermanyHamburg
29–34United KingdomFelixstowe
28–33SpainBarcelona
26–30GreecePiraeus
22–26ItalyGenoa
26–30Middle East
12–21 daysUAEJebel Ali (Dubai)
12–16Saudi ArabiaJeddah
16–20Saudi ArabiaDammam
14–18IsraelAshdod
22–26North America
13–35 daysUnited StatesLos Angeles / Long Beach
13–16United StatesNew York / Newark
28–33CanadaVancouver
14–17MexicoManzanillo
18–22South America
28–40 daysBrazilSantos
30–35ArgentinaBuenos Aires
35–40ChileValparaiso
32–37PeruCallao (Lima)
28–33Oceania
12–24 daysAustraliaSydney
14–18AustraliaMelbourne
15–19New ZealandAuckland
18–22Papua New GuineaPort Moresby
10–14
FCL container shipping directly from Guangzhou Port (Nansha) to major trade hubs worldwide. Transit times are estimates and subject to seasonal variations.
Global Reach
Market Coverage
Three decades of export experience across Africa, Asia, and domestic markets.
55%
Africa
Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, SA & more
30%
Domestic China
Publishers & domestic traders
15%
Eastern Asia
Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia
Industry Insights
Printing Resources & Guides
Expert tips on book manufacturing, binding choices, and global shipping — straight from the factory floor.
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Tell us your project details and receive a factory-direct price within 24 hours.
- Free quote, no obligation
- Response within 24 hours
- MOQ as low as 500 units
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Our standard MOQ starts at 500 units per title. For large-format Bibles and specialized binding, MOQ may be 1,000 units. We offer flexible terms for recurring orders and can discuss trial runs for new clients.
How long does production and shipping take?
Typical production lead time is 15–25 working days after artwork approval and deposit. Sea freight to major African ports takes 30–45 days. Express air freight is available for urgent orders at additional cost.
Can you handle custom sizes, paper types, and special finishes?
Yes. We support fully custom trim sizes, paper weights from 60gsm to 350gsm, and finishes including gold foil stamping, embossing, debossing, spot UV, matte/gloss lamination, and edge gilding. Share your specs for a tailored quote.
Do you provide pre-press proofing before full production?
Absolutely. We provide digital PDF proofs for content verification and physical printed proofs (on actual paper stock) upon request. Hard-copy proofs are recommended for color-critical projects and are shipped by express courier.
What payment terms do you accept for international orders?
New clients: 30% deposit via T/T wire transfer, 70% balance before shipping. For established partners with proven track records, we offer L/C at sight and negotiated open-account terms. We accept USD and CNY.