Shopping wholesale on 1688.com has become a popular model for sourcing from China. Our 1688 agent service helps you better connect with with key aspects of 1688, including payment, customization, quality control, shipping, and more.
Mirazen will prove to be your best 1688 purchasing agent.
The 1688 Sourcing Service is a one-stop Chinese insider sourcing & shipping solution
Browse the 1688.com products gallery, select your product, and record the product link.
Fill out the form on our contact us page or send us an email. Our “1 on 1” customer service starts after we receive your request with the details of the product you wish to buy from 1688.com.
Once we get your product link, we will verify the price, contact the manufacturer, and calculate the shipping cost from the factory to our warehouse. Afterwards, we make the first payment, which includes all costs within China.
After receiving payment from you, we purchase from 1688.com for you. The product has usually been collected within just 3 days.
When we receive the goods, we will:
After making the shipping payment, we will ship your goods as per your request. We have various shipping methods available to choose from. For example, ship by expresses like DHL, UPS, FedEx, SF express, ship by sea. or ship by air.
We have dedicated ourselves to sourcing you high-quality products from 1688 at the best possible cost.
Reminder: Please do not be limited to the commission rates of the form, we can float the ratio according to the complexity of your order, including product category, inspection degree, quantity, and number of links.
| Order Value | Service rate | SKU quantity ($0.5 for each more SKU) |
| Less than $500 | $50 | <20 |
| $500 – $1,000 | 10% | <30 |
| $1,000 – $3,000 | 9% | <40 |
| $3,000 – $5,000 | 8.5% | <50 |
| $5,000 – $7,000 | 8% | <60 |
| $7,000 – $10,000 | 7.5% | <70 |
| $10,000 – $15,000 | 7% | <80 |
| $15,000 – $20,000 | 6.5% | <90 |
| $20,000 – $25,000 | 6% | <100 |
| $25,000 – $30,000 | 5.5% | <110 |
| $30,000 – | 5% | <120 |
Rate example: 1. Suppose the value of your goods is 6000 USD, and you have 50 SKU products, then your commission is $6000*8%=$480 2. Suppose the value of your goods is 6000 USD, and you have 100 SKU products, then your commission is $6000*8%+$(100-60)*0.5=$500 | ||
We pursue a transparent agent service fee standard for 1688.
We know a flexible fee model can better meet the needs of B2B buyers. Reach out with your requirements to find the right option for you.
We Held 58% of the B2B Market Share for Overseas Procurement Customers on 1688.com
Buy quality products in bulk from China with the best 1688 agents available.
It is important to be vigilant when buying from 1688 without a local Chinese agent.
We have answers to some of the most common questions people have when buying from 1688.
The possibilities when you are purchasing from 1688 are endless, and we do not limit ourselves to simply having 1688 agents help you purchase products. We are open to your suggestions when you use our 1688 agents to expand your business.
We recommend a minimum order quantity for our services of $500. It is common for 1688 merchants to refuse orders that they consider to be too small.
Using Alipay for payments on 1688 is the most common and convenient method. However, this requires a Chinese credit card. It is possible to apply for a Chinese credit card and bind it to Alipay to make payments on 1688.
Unfortunately, this is not possible. Suppliers on 1688 only accept RMB/CNY. To pay in US dollars, you will need a 1688 agent’s help. 1688 agents accept multiple international payment methods. Once they have received their payment in US dollars, they will proceed to pay the suppliers in RMB/CNY on your behalf.
1688 is the Chinese version of Alibaba.com and as a result, it has a few quirks. One of those quirks is language. Currently, 1688 is only available in Chinese, and it doesn’t have an English version – unlike Alibaba.com which operates in multiple languages.
Regarding 1688 agent refunds: We pre-estimate all costs for the products in your order. in the event of a later need for product refunds, or shortages, we update the billing. The refund may be issued as a transfer or deducted from your next batch of orders.
Regarding 1688 agent quality control: The products are of your selection. When choosing lower-priced products, the risk of quality issues increases. However, we are unaware of whether you seek A-grade, B-grade, or C-grade products. Our role is to check for major quality defects such as damage, missing items, and basic adjustments. We recommend that you first place smaller orders to assess whether the goods meet your requirements, or compare products from different suppliers.
Regarding 1688 agent commissions: Our fees are designed with the intensity and scope of the labor involved when you make an order in mind. Our involvement may entail active communication with suppliers, continuous phone calls to coordinate shipping, and handling returns & exchanges. These processes require disciplined collaboration between our warehouse, finance, and sales team.
About Bank Transaction Fees: As our margins are transparent, you maintain the responsibility for bank transfer fees when paying for our service. We offer various payment methods, with bank transfers generally being the most cost-effective option. If you should have concerns, you may use Alibaba's Trade Assurance for the transaction.
Regarding Infringing Products on 1688: 1688 lacks rigorous oversight, which may lead to the presence of many products with infringement issues. However, we may not have access to the required information to detect many of these infringing products. Whenever an infringement is detected, we will contact you to inform you about the issue. If you should still insist on purchasing these products, we will confirm the risk with the logistics provider in advance. We cannot guarantee with 100% certainty that all possible infringements will be identified.
Regarding 1688 Agent Packing List: As a 1688 agent, we maintain the responsibility for counting and packaging the goods properly for you (with some exceptions, such as cheap, small-sized, and large-quantity products). We can assist in shipping the goods directly to you or your freight forwarder in China.
Regarding the Completion Time of our 1688 Agents' Responsibilities: 1688 agents will usually require 7-15 business days to complete the order processing and shipping tasks. Under normal circumstances, we receive goods from suppliers within 4-8 days. In the week that follows the arrival of the goods, we continuously check your order, count the inventory, and conduct any necessary return/exchange procedures.
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