Online african foods and goods store

African-Australian families, students, and adventurous cooks who can't easily find these products in regular supermarkets or live far from a specialist shop.

Mark-up on products bought from wholesalers or importers, plus delivery fees or minimum-spend thresholds for free shipping.

• Knowing African food and products
• Basic online shop setup
• Packing and posting orders
• Social media and community networking

• Food labelling and storage rules: check Food Standards Australia New Zealand requirements and your state food authority
• Whether your council requires food business registration even for packaged goods from home
• Council approval for running a home-based business and storing stock
• Imported goods and biosecurity rules: check the Department of Agriculture requirements if importing directly
• Public liability and product liability insurance
• Shelf life and stock that does not sell

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how much stock you buy, how your website is set up and what packaging you need. Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on products and customers.

Things to check include food labelling and storage rules with Food Standards Australia New Zealand and your state food authority, whether your council requires food business registration for packaged goods, and whether it needs to approve a home business and stock storage.

As an estimate, plan on at least around 8 hours a week, depending on order volume. That time covers packing and posting orders, setting up listings and networking in your community on social media. Skills in African products and basic online shop setup help.