1688, Taobao
And factories direct
no account
Chinese account not needed
We buy goods in China on your behalf. You choose what you need, we handle the rest: negotiating with the supplier, paying in RMB from our own entity, taking delivery at our warehouse and checking the goods before they ship.
Why buyers use this
- No Chinese bank account and no currency controls. We pay from our own entity in China, you settle with us
- No language barrier. Our staff negotiate in Chinese, including the things that get lost in translation: tolerances, packaging, delivery dates
- Payment risk stays with us. We know which suppliers take prepayment and disappear
- The goods are checked before they leave. A problem found in China is a conversation; the same problem found in Bishkek is a loss
Where we buy
| Source | What it is good for |
|---|
| 1688 | wholesale prices, the domestic Chinese platform |
| Taobao and Tmall | retail and small batches, wide range |
| Factories direct | volume orders, custom specifications, OEM |
| Markets in Guangzhou and Yiwu | apparel, household goods, accessories |
How it works
- You send links, photos or a specification of what you need.
- We check availability and price, and verify the supplier if the order justifies it.
- We confirm the total with you: goods, commission, inland delivery in China.
- We pay the supplier in RMB and take delivery at our warehouse.
- We check the goods, photograph them and ship.
Commission starts at 1.5% of the goods value and decreases with order size. For large or recurring orders we agree terms separately.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Chinese bank account?
No. We pay suppliers in RMB from our own entity in China.
What is the commission?
From 1.5% of the goods value, decreasing with order size.
Can you order from a factory rather than a marketplace?
Yes, and for volume orders it is usually cheaper. We verify the factory before payment.
Send us the weight, volume and pickup city on WhatsApp +996 700 11 1688 — we reply with a quote within an hour.
