We help small business owners buy, inspect, consolidate and ship products from 1688.com — with full English support and no complicated setup.
1688.com offers genuine wholesale pricing, but the platform was built for domestic Chinese buyers. Here are the barriers that stop most small retailers from sourcing directly.
Product pages, supplier messages and negotiations are all in Mandarin. Machine translation often misrepresents product details, materials and specifications, leading to costly mistakes.
Most 1688 suppliers only accept Alipay or Chinese bank transfers. Setting up these payment methods from overseas is complicated and not all international cards are supported.
Many suppliers list MOQs of 100+ pieces. Small retailers ordering 10–30 units for testing often get ignored or quoted higher per-unit prices without local negotiation.
Without factory visits or industry knowledge, it is hard to tell reliable suppliers from trading companies. Product photos may not match what actually ships.
1688 suppliers ship domestically within China only. Arranging international freight, customs documentation and last-mile delivery requires coordination most small buyers are not equipped for.
We serve as your on-the-ground team in China, taking care of every step from product inquiry to international dispatch.
We translate all supplier communications, explain product specifications and keep you informed at every stage — no Mandarin required.
You pay in USD. We handle all Chinese payment processing, including Alipay, bank transfers and supplier deposits. One simple payment to us covers everything.
We negotiate pricing, confirm specifications, request modifications and resolve disputes with suppliers on your behalf. All in fluent Mandarin.
Products ship to our warehouse first. We receive, inspect and consolidate goods from multiple suppliers before your international shipment goes out.
We arrange international shipping based on your budget and timeline — air freight for speed or sea freight for cost savings on larger orders.
Our service fee starts at 3%. No hidden charges, no markup on product prices. You see the original supplier cost and our fee — always clearly separated.
You found the products on 1688 yourself. You know what you want and which supplier to order from. We execute the purchase and manage logistics.
Send us your 1688 product links. We take it from there.
You have product requirements but no supplier yet. We research the 1688 marketplace, identify suitable manufacturers and manage the entire sourcing process. This service costs more than basic buying support because it includes supplier research, quote comparison and negotiation.
Tell us what you need. We find the right supplier.
We communicate with suppliers in Mandarin and perform basic due diligence before you commit to an order.
Before committing to a bulk order, you need to see and touch the product. We order samples from your shortlisted suppliers, receive them at our warehouse, and send you detailed photos and videos — or express-ship samples directly to you.
Many small retailers source different products from different 1688 suppliers. Shipping each order separately is expensive. We bring everything together.
You need to know what you are shipping before it leaves China. We provide visual confirmation of every order at our warehouse.
We coordinate the full journey from our warehouse to your doorstep. You choose the balance between speed and cost.
We built our service around the realities of running a small retail or e-commerce business. Here is what makes ChinaBuy Pro different from large-scale sourcing companies.
Our service fee minimum starts at $19. You do not need to place a $10,000 order to get professional sourcing support.
Order samples, test products in your store and scale up only when you have validated demand. We support small-batch orders from the start.
Chat with us on WhatsApp and get responses from a real person who understands your business, not a chatbot or a ticketing queue.
Whether you sell on Etsy, Amazon, eBay, Shopify or your own website — we help you source the right products at the right cost for your margins.
Use us for a single order or an ongoing partnership. There are no subscription fees, no retainers and no lock-in periods.
Start with a few product links. As your store grows, let us handle the full sourcing process while you focus on marketing and sales.
Our fee is calculated based on the total product value (not shipping). No hidden charges. No markup on supplier prices.
| Service Type | Order Value | Service Fee | Minimum Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buying Support You provide 1688 product links |
Any | 3% of product value | $19 |
| Full Product Sourcing We find suppliers for you |
Below $1,000 | 5% of product value | $39 |
| Full Product Sourcing | $1,000 – $3,000 | 5% of product value | — |
| Full Product Sourcing | $3,001 – $10,000 | 4% of product value | — |
| Full Product Sourcing | Above $10,000 | 3% (subject to confirmation) | — |
| Full Product Sourcing Custom-developed or complex products |
Any | Custom quote | — |
International shipping costs are separate and billed at actual carrier rates. We always confirm the total cost before proceeding.
Here is how the service fee works in practice.
Answers to common questions from small business owners who are sourcing from 1688 for the first time.
A 1688 sourcing agent acts as your local representative in China. 1688.com is a Chinese wholesale marketplace where suppliers often only communicate in Mandarin, accept Chinese payment methods and do not ship internationally. A sourcing agent bridges that gap — handling translation, payment, supplier communication, quality checks and international shipping coordination on your behalf.
Buying support (when you already have product links) costs 3% of the product value with a $19 minimum per order. Full product sourcing (when you need us to find suppliers) starts at 5% for orders under $1,000, with rates decreasing as order value increases. We will always confirm the fee before placing any orders.
Yes. Many of our clients are small shop owners who are sourcing from China for the first time. We walk you through the process step by step, explain supplier quotes and help you make informed decisions without requiring large minimum orders.
When products arrive at our warehouse, we take detailed photos and videos of every item before shipment. You review the condition of your goods before they leave China. If you spot any issues, we can coordinate with the supplier for replacements or refunds before the goods ship internationally.
Yes. Multi-supplier consolidation is one of the most popular services for small business buyers. We receive products from different suppliers at our warehouse, check everything together and combine them into a single international shipment, saving you significant shipping costs.
Buying support is for when you already have 1688 product links and supplier contacts — we handle purchasing, communication, inspection and shipping. Full product sourcing is for when you have product requirements but no supplier yet — we research the market, find suitable suppliers, compare quotes, arrange samples and negotiate pricing. Full sourcing costs more because it involves additional research and negotiation work.
Typical timelines: purchasing and domestic delivery to our warehouse takes 3–7 days depending on the supplier location. Inspection and photo reporting is completed within 1–2 business days of arrival. International shipping time depends on the method you choose, usually 7–20 business days.
Send us your product links on WhatsApp and get a clear cost breakdown within hours. No commitment, no sign-up required.
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