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Mainland China Amazon and eBay sellers' guide to sourcing products from major domestic websites.

Mainland China Amazon and eBay sellers' guide to sourcing products from major domestic websites.

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Mainland Amazon and eBay foreign trade sellers: A comprehensive Guide to Sourcing from Mainstream Domestic Supply websites

For international foreign trade sellers on the Chinese mainland such as Amazon and eBay, the source of goods is the core competitiveness of cross-border business. — High-quality sources of goods can not only reduce costs and increase profits, but also decrease after-sales disputes and build a good reputation for the store.

Domestic mainstream supply source websites offer a complete range of products, transparent prices, and meet cross-border demands, making them the preferred channels for foreign trade sellers to obtain goods.

This article will meticulously dissect the purchasing techniques of mainstream platforms such as 1688, Taobao, Pinduoduo, and Yiwu.com. At the same time, it will incorporate practical tutorials for Taojiyun's consolidated shipping services to Hong Kong and Taiwan, as well as tutorials for Taiwan's purchasing agents, to help foreign trade sellers break through the ... Picking up goods - consolidation and distribution; Full-chain, efficiently adapted to cross-border operation needs, helping sellers easily go global.

Core Guide to Purchasing from Mainstream Domestic Supply Websites (Exclusive for Foreign Trade Sellers

Domestic supply websites each have their own advantages and are suitable for different categories and scales of foreign trade sellers. Whether it's a novice trying out orders, purchasing in small quantities, or preparing in bulk and making customized purchases, suitable channels can be found. The following are the purchasing tips for key platforms, which are optimized in combination with the needs of foreign trade sellers to avoid common pitfalls and improve the efficiency of purchasing.

1. 1688 (Alibaba) : The top choice for purchasing goods in foreign trade, direct supply from the source factory

As the largest B2B wholesale platform in China, 1688 has gathered over 50 million factories and serves as the most crucial purchasing channel for foreign trade sellers. It covers all categories including electronic products, home goods, clothing accessories, and beauty tools, and is compatible with all categories of sellers on Amazon and eBay. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized sellers to stock up in bulk.

Core tips for purchasing goods

Screening high-quality suppliers: Giving priority to ; Trustpass Member; “ Powerful merchants “ Super factory The marked stores, these merchants have been certified by the platform, and their factory strength is more reliable. Their dispute rate is 67% lower than that of ordinary sellers. They can also provide complete customs declaration and document services, meeting the needs of cross-border exports. Before placing an order, you can ask the merchant to provide a real video of the workshop or a factory inspection report to avoid encountering middlemen.

Negotiation on price and minimum order quantity

Most factories support flexible adjustment of the minimum order quantity (MOQ), especially when opening ... Distribution selection; For merchants, the first order can be negotiated for trial production at half of the public mold MOQ. For subsequent repeat orders, quarterly agreements can be signed to lock in the price. When negotiating prices, you can take into account the purchase volume and the cooperation period to strive for lower unit prices and freight discounts. At the same time, clearly define the delivery date, customization requirements and after-sales policies.

Adapt to cross-border demands

Clearly inform the merchants that you are an Amazon or eBay foreign trade seller and require them to provide packaging that meets international standards (such as packaging without Chinese labels and pressure-resistant packaging suitable for international logistics). Some merchants can also provide value-added services such as affiping international logistics labels and quality inspection reports on their behalf to reduce subsequent operation costs.

Advantages: Transparent pricing, abundant supplier resources, support for drop shipping and small-batch ordering, and some merchants can provide customized services.

Disadvantage: Suppliers vary in quality and need to be carefully screened to avoid the goods not matching the description.

2. Taobao/Tmall: The top choice for niche categories and best-selling trial orders

The advantages of Taobao and Tmall lie in their category segmentation and novel styles, especially for niche categories, popular online products, and creative items. They have a fast update speed and are suitable for foreign trade sellers to test orders and products (such as small-batch trial orders on Amazon FBA and following up on best-selling products on eBay). They can also serve as supplements to 1688's supply sources, enriching the store's SKU.

Core tips for purchasing goods

Screen cross-border compatible sellers: Add when searching; Foreign trade sources; “ Cross-border exclusive supply “ Exportable For such keywords, give priority to choosing stores with experience in foreign trade supply and those that support bulk purchasing. Avoid choosing individual sellers (with low minimum order quantities but high unit prices, which are not suitable for bulk purchasing).

Trial orders and price comparison: For stores that have not cooperated before, first place a small batch of trial orders to check the product quality, packaging, and specifications. Only after confirming that they meet the international market demand should bulk orders be placed. At the same time, compare multiple stores, and conduct a comprehensive screening based on price, reviews, and delivery speed, with a focus on ; Return rate; “ Positive review rate Avoid stores that engage in order rigging.

Avoid infringement risks: Amazon and eBay strictly investigate and deal with infringement. When purchasing goods, it is necessary to confirm that the products have no brand infringement or pattern infringement, and require merchants to provide relevant qualification certificates to avoid penalties for the store due to infringement.

3. Pinduoduo: Select low-price sources, suitable for high-volume categories

The core advantage of Pinduoduo lies in its low prices, making it suitable for foreign trade sellers to acquire goods and increase sales volume (such as Amazon's self-shipment and eBay's low-price trafficing-driven products). It covers essential categories such as home goods, hardware tools, and outdoor products, and is especially suitable for new sellers to control the initial cost of purchasing goods.

Core tips for purchasing goods

Focus on essential product categories: Prioritize categories with low unit prices, high demand, and those that are not easily damaged (such as kitchen tools, mobile phone accessories, and pet supplies). These products have low logistics costs and few after-sales services, making them suitable for cross-border volume sales.
Bulk bargaining and quality control: When purchasing in bulk, you can directly contact the merchant to negotiate the price. The larger the purchase quantity, the more discounts the unit price offers. At the same time, ask the merchants to provide samples and verify the product quality to avoid cutting corners due to low prices, which may affect the store's reputation.
Pay attention to logistics compatibility: Some merchants on Pinduoduo do not support bulk shipping. Before placing an order, it is necessary to confirm whether the merchant can provide centralized shipping and packaging reinforcement services to avoid multiple packages being dispatched separately, which may increase the subsequent consolidation shipping costs.

4. Yiwugou: Source of small commodities, suitable for bulk stocking

Yiwugou is the online platform of Yiwu International Trade City, focusing on small commodity sources (such as jewelry, toys, stationery, daily necessities), with direct supply from source factories and extremely low prices. It is suitable for sellers of small commodities on Amazon and eBay to stock up in bulk, especially for purchasing bulk and trafficing-driven items.

Core tips for purchasing goods

Take advantage of the origin: As a global distribution center for small commodities, many merchants in Yiwu are familiar with the foreign trade process and can provide customs declaration and container consolidation services. Bulk purchases can enjoy lower unit prices, and some merchants support mixed batches, which is suitable for sellers to enrich their SKUs.
Confirm product compliance: Small commodities are prone to infringement and quality issues. When purchasing, it is necessary to confirm that the products meet the standards of the target market (such as EU CE certification, US FDA certification) to avoid being detained by customs during export.
Combining offline visits: Sellers with the necessary conditions can conduct on-site visits to Yiwu International Trade City, communicate face-to-face with merchants, confirm the factory's strength and product quality, establish long-term cooperative relationships, and ensure the stability of the supply of goods.

Ii. Taojiyun Hong Kong Consolidation Practical Tutorial (Exclusive for Foreign Trade Sellers)

For Amazon and eBay foreign trade sellers with a market layout in Hong Kong (such as local delivery in Hong Kong and Hong Kong transshipment export), Taojiyun's Hong Kong consolidation dedicated line is the best choice. — The entire process is tax-inclusive, with stable delivery time. It supports centralized transportation of goods from multiple platforms, which can significantly reduce logistics costs and solve cross-border customs clearance problems.

The following is a complete practical tutorial. Even beginners can quickly get started.

1. Preparatory work: Register and log in to obtain a dedicated transfer address

Download the Taojiyun APP (Hong Kong version) and complete the registration and login.

After logging in, enter Personal center Obtain the address of Taojiyun's exclusive transfer warehouse in the Chinese mainland (different regions have corresponding warehouses, and you can choose the warehouse closest to the source of goods, such as Shenzhen warehouse or Yiwu warehouse), copy the address and recipient information, and keep it for future use.

2. Order the goods: Send the goods to the transfer warehouse

When picking up goods on platforms such as 1688, Taobao, Pinduoduo, and Yiwugou, please fill in the delivery address as the above-mentioned Taojiyun transfer warehouse address uniformly. The recipient should fill in the exclusive name and member number provided by Taojiyun (for the convenience of quick verification and warehousing by the warehouse).
After placing an order, take screenshots of the tracking numbers of all orders and save them in the Taojiyun app. Package management On the page, manually forecast the package information (fill in the tracking number, product name, quantity, and weight) to speed up the package's warehousing. If there are multiple orders for goods, they can be placed in batches. All packages will be automatically warehoused into the same consolidated shipping account without the need for additional consolidation.

3. Package warehousing: Verify the information and apply for box consolidation and packaging

After the goods are dispatched from the source platform, wait for the package to arrive at the Taojiyun transfer warehouse. The warehouse will complete the scanning and warehousing within 24 to 48 hours. The system will automatically update the package's weight, size, and product information. Sellers can check the warehousing status in real time through the APP.
After all the packages have been warehoused, select the packages that need to be consolidated and click Apply for consolidation of containers; — — The consolidated container service can combine multiple scattered packages into a neat one, reducing volume weight, significantly saving cross-border freight costs, and at the same time lowering the probability of package loss or damage.
When packing, you can choose value-added services as needed: For fragile items (such as electronic products and ceramic products), you can check the box. Reinforcement and packaging “ Waterproof packaging For valuable items, logistics insurance can be purchased to ensure the safety of goods transportation. The specific cost is subject to the information marked on the APP, and there are no hidden charges.

4. Pay the freight and submit the shipping application

After the container consolidation is completed, the system will automatically calculate the final freight (taking the larger value based on the actual weight or volumetric weight after consolidation, including customs clearance fees and delivery fees, with no additional taxes). After the seller verifies that the fees are correct, they can complete the payment online (supporting wechat, Alipay, and WhatsApp payments).
After payment, fill in the final delivery address in Hong Kong (such as the warehouse address, store address or customer address in Hong Kong). After confirming that the information is correct, submit the shipping application. The warehouse staff of Taojiyun will complete the packaging and labeling as required and prepare for the goods to be dispatched from the warehouse.

5. Logistics tracking and signature for receipt

- After the package is dispatched from the warehouse, the system will generate a logistics trajectory. Sellers can view it in real time on the Taojiyun APP (from the dispatch from the transfer warehouse, cross-border transportation, Hong Kong customs clearance to local delivery), and the entire process is transparent and traceable.
- Under normal circumstances, the goods can be delivered to Hong Kong within 3 to 5 working days after being packed and sent out. We support door-to-door delivery and self-pickup at pick-up points or convenience stores. It is recommended to inspect the goods on the spot when signing for them to ensure they are intact and the quantity is correct before signing. If there is any damage or wrong delivery, please contact customer service for prompt handling.

Use the Taojiyun [Hong Kong Consolidation] tutorial

The first step

Open the APP where you need to purchase the goods

Step Two

Download, register/log in to the Hong Kong Taojiyun APP

Click to register now. > > 【Register】

香港集运流程

Step Three

Get the exclusive delivery address for the Chinese mainland

Copy the address into the address bar of the shopping APP

Step Four

Wait for the goods to arrive at the consolidation warehouse

Select the packages that need consolidated shipping and apply for consolidated shipping

Step Five

Step 5: If the corresponding package is not seen, it is in ; Not warehoused; Packages can also be added manually in the middle

Step 6

Pay the consolidated shipping freight

View logistics information

Exclusive advantages for foreign trade sellers

Taojiyun Hong Kong Consolidation supports the compliant customs clearance of large items (such as furniture and home appliances) and sensitive products (such as cosmetics and skin care products). Bulk consolidation can enjoy freight discounts. By negotiating and signing a long-term cooperation agreement with customer service, you can also get exclusive quotations, further reducing logistics costs.

Meanwhile, Taojiyun's Hong Kong dedicated line has strong customs clearance capabilities, which can effectively prevent packages from being detained and ensure the timeliness of foreign trade shipments.

Iii. Taojiyun Taiwan Consolidation Practical Tutorial (Exclusive for Foreign Trade Sellers)

For Amazon and eBay foreign trade sellers targeting the Taiwan market, or those who need to transfer their goods to Taiwan, Taojiyun's Taiwan consolidated shipping dedicated line is compatible with the rules of Taiwan customs. It offers full double-clearance and tax-inclusive services, with stable delivery times. It can solve the problems of cumbersome cross-border customs clearance and high shipping costs. The following is a complete practical tutorial, suitable for the needs of bulk foreign trade shipments.

1. Preparatory work: Register and log in to obtain a dedicated warehouse address for Taiwan

Download the Taojiyun Taiwan version APP (for iphones, you can search and download it from the APP Store; for Android phones, you can download it through the official link), complete the registration and login, and bind the information of the foreign trade store.
After logging in, enter Personal center Obtain the exclusive address of the mainland consolidation warehouse (fill in according to the platform format to avoid wrong package delivery), copy the address and recipient information, and use it for placing orders on the source platform.

2. Place an order for the goods and send the package to the consolidation warehouse

When picking up goods on domestic supply platforms such as 1688 and Taobao, please fill in the delivery address uniformly as the exclusive warehouse address of Taobao in the Chinese mainland. After placing the order, keep the tracking number of the express delivery. You can pre-check the package in advance through the APP to speed up the verification process upon entry into the warehouse.
If there are multiple orders for goods (such as from different platforms), you can place them in batches. All packages will be uniformly stored in your consolidated shipping account, which is convenient for centralized management and consolidated shipping, reducing logistics costs.

3. When the package arrives at the warehouse, initiate the box closure and packaging

After the package arrives at the consolidation warehouse, the system will automatically scan and store it in the warehouse. The seller can log in to the app Package management Check the package information (tracking number, product, quantity) on the page. After confirming that there are no missed or wrong shipments, select all the packages that need to be consolidated and then initiate the application for consolidation and packaging.
For bulk shipments in foreign trade, you can contact customer service to negotiate a customized packaging plan, such as packaging by SKU classification and attaching local Taiwan logistics labels, to facilitate subsequent delivery and inventory management. Fragile and valuable items can apply for additional reinforced protection to reduce the risk of damage during transportation.

Settlement of fees and submission for shipment

After the container consolidation is completed, the system will calculate the freight charges (including customs duties, business tax, and customs clearance fees, with no hidden fees) based on the actual weight and volume after consolidation. After the seller verifies that there are no errors, the payment will be completed. The payment methods supported include wechat, Line Pay, credit card, etc.
After payment, fill in the final delivery address in Taiwan (such as the warehouse address, store address, or customer address in Taiwan). Taojiyun's warehouse will make the declaration in accordance with the requirements of the Taiwan customs, quickly pack and dispatch the goods from the warehouse. There is no need for the seller to prepare the customs clearance documents by themselves. The whole process is worry-free.

5. Customs clearance and delivery, signature for receipt completed

After the package arrives in Taiwan via cross-border transportation, Taojiyun will assist in completing the compliant customs clearance (within 1-3 working days). After customs clearance and release, it will be transferred to local logistics companies in Taiwan (such as Black Cat Express and Hsinchu Logistics) for delivery throughout the island.
Delivery time reference: Air freight takes 3-7 working days (suitable for urgent and small items), sea express takes 7-15 working days (suitable for large items and bulk goods, with high cost performance). Delivery is faster in core cities such as Taipei, New Taipei, and Taoyuan, while an additional 1-2 working days are required for remote areas.
Sellers can view the logistics trajectory in real time on the APP. After the package is signed for, the consolidated shipping process is completed.

Use the Taojiyun [Taiwan Consolidation] tutorial

The first step

Download and register/log in to the Taojiyun TW app

Open an iPhoneClick to jump to the APP Store downloadSearch for the Taojiyun Taiwan version APP

Android phoneClick here to download and jumpDownload the Taojiyun Taiwan version APP

2. ClickRegister/Log in】

Get an exclusive address for the Chinese mainland

下载-登录注册淘集运台湾app

Step Two

Copy the address to the address bar of the shopping APP

Wait for the goods to arrive at the consolidation warehouse and check the box to apply for consolidation

复制收件地址，申请集运

Step Three

Fill in the delivery address in Taiwan

支付运费

Waiting for the delivery to your door

Step Four

Waiting for the goods to be delivered to your door

Iv. Taiwan Purchasing Agent Tutorial (Exclusive for Foreign Trade Sellers to Expand the Taiwan Market)

For Amazon and eBay foreign trade sellers who want to expand the local market in Taiwan and connect with Taiwanese purchasing agents, but do not have payment methods in the Chinese mainland, this can be used【 Taojiyun Taiwan Purchasing Agency Service

Mastering the process of purchasing on behalf of others in Taiwan can quickly open up the Taiwanese market and increase product sales.

The following is a complete tutorial for Taiwan purchasing agents suitable for foreign trade sellers, combined with Taojiyun Taiwan Consolidation, to break through ; Supply source - purchasing agent - delivery; Full link.

Use the Taojiyun [Taiwan Purchasing Agent] tutorial

The first step

Open an iPhoneClick to jump to the APP Store download】Search for the Taojiyun Taiwan version APP

Android phoneClick here to download and jumpDownload the Taojiyun Taiwan version APP

Step Two

ClickRegister/Log inGet an exclusive address for the Chinese mainland

Click on the purchasing agency Mall on the homepage

If you need a manual purchase agent > > > 【Manual purchasing agent tutorial】

Step Three

Enter the purchasing agent page and input the name of the product you need to buy

Click on the shopping cart, select the items you need to purchase, and apply for settlement

Step Four

For choosing a consolidated shipping channel, you can consult our customer service.

Select the payment method and complete the order

Just fill in the delivery address of the buyer from Taiwan

Step Five

Taoji Shipping

The goods are consolidated and packed, the parcels are reinforced, and they are weighed and dispatched

TIPS: After shipment, you can check in ; Taojiyun APP” -“ My Check the logistics information of my order

Step 6

Waiting for the delivery

View the logistics trajectory and keep track of the package delivery progress on the package list page

TIPS：

During the process of international parcel delivery, there is a certain probability of unexpected situations occurring, such as delays, confiscation, taxation, damage, loss, etc. Taojiyun cannot control or avoid the service quality and unexpected situations that may occur with third-party logistics providers and customs of various countries.

However, in line with the service philosophy of putting users first, Taojiyun will inform and remind you in advance based on the conditions of each route and country, and do its best to assist you in case of any problems.

A Guide for Foreign Trade Sellers to Avoid Pitfalls when Picking up Goods and Consolidating Shipping

Source avoidance pitfalls

No matter which platform you purchase from, you should first place a trial order to check the product quality, specifications and packaging, and confirm that there is no infringement and it meets international standards. Avoid low-price traps. Goods that are overly cheap may have quality issues, leading to negative reviews and returns for the store.

Containerized transportation to avoid pitfalls

Give priority to choosing regular consolidated shipping platforms (such as Taojiyun), and avoid choosing small consolidated shipping companies without qualifications or after-sales service to prevent package loss, detention, and arbitrary freight charges. Before consolidated shipping, confirm the list of prohibited items and truthfully declare the package information to avoid delays in customs clearance due to underreporting or incorrect reporting.

Policy pitfalls to avoid

Pay close attention to changes in customs and tax policies in target markets such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, Europe and the United States, such as tariff preferences under Taiwan's Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) and adjustments to consumption taxes in the European Union. Timely adjust the cargo acquisition and consolidation plans to reduce compliance risks.

Cost optimization

Negotiate prices with suppliers when purchasing in bulk and negotiate long-term cooperation discounts with Taojiyun when shipping in bulk. Rationally plan the combined box packaging to reduce the volume weight and lower the logistics cost. After the trial order is successful, prepare the goods in bulk to avoid overstocking.

Summary

For Chinese mainland Amazon and eBay foreign trade sellers to do well in cross-border business, the core is ; Find the right source of goods and choose the right consolidation shipping. . Domestic mainstream supply source websites such as 1688, Taobao, Pinduoduo, and Yiwugou can meet the purchasing needs of different scales and categories. Mastering the purchasing skills in this article can help you quickly screen high-quality supply sources and control costs.

Taojiyun's Hong Kong and Taiwan consolidated shipping dedicated lines can help sellers break through cross-border logistics barriers. The entire process is compliant, worry-free and cost-effective. Combined with the Taiwan purchasing agent tutorial, it can easily expand the Taiwan market.

For foreign trade sellers, there is no need to handle complex customs clearance and logistics matters by themselves. Relying on high-quality domestic sources of goods and the professional consolidated shipping services of Taojiyun, they can focus on store operation, product optimization, and enhance their core competitiveness.

It is recommended that sellers select the appropriate supply platform and consolidated shipping plan based on their store categories and target markets, and engage in long-term cooperation and continuous optimization to facilitate the steady development of cross-border business.

Contact information for Taojiyun dedicated Line

Contact information for Taojiyun - Taiwan Special Line

WeChat:

Taojiyun Taiwan Consolidation: 18814360092

Line:@269trfre

Click to jump to Taiwan's online customer service【Online customer service】

Taojiyun - Hong Kong Consolidated Express Line

WeChat

Tao Jiyun Xiaolin 13049844111

WhatsApp:

54271072

Click to jump to the online customer service:Online customer service】

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