How to Import Products from China to Brazil Using 1688: A Guide for Small Importers
Importing products from China to Brazil using 1688 can give small importers access to a huge variety of suppliers, competitive wholesale prices, and products that aren’t always easy to find on international B2B platforms. However, buying on 1688 isn’t just about finding the lowest price and arranging shipping […]
When Should You Split an Order from China Into Two Shipments Instead of Waiting for All the Merchandise?
Splitting an order from China into two shipments can be a more cost-effective decision than waiting for all suppliers to finish production, especially when part of the merchandise is already ready and the rest will be significantly delayed. Many importers purchase products from various Chinese suppliers and ship all the merchandise to […]
What to Check When Products Arrive at the Warehouse in China Before Consolidating Them
When products arrive at a warehouse in China before being consolidated, receiving the boxes is just the beginning. For international buyers who purchase on 1688, directly from Chinese factories, or from multiple suppliers at the same time, the warehouse can become an important checkpoint between the purchase and international shipping. […]
How to Organize Products from 10 Chinese Suppliers into a Single International Shipment
If you purchase products from 10 Chinese suppliers, shipping each order separately isn’t always the most efficient solution. In many cases, a better option is to ship products from different suppliers to a consolidation warehouse in China, where the goods can be received, identified, inspected, measured, repackaged when necessary, and organized into a […]
How to Calculate the Actual Cost of a 1688 Order Before Shipping It to Latin America
The actual cost of a 1,688 order is not simply the price listed on the supplier’s website. For an importer in Latin America, the actual cost may include the product price, domestic shipping in China, purchasing services, inspection, warehouse handling, repackaging, international shipping, […]
How to Calculate the Actual Cost of a 1688 Order Before Shipping It to Latin America
When you shop on 1688, the price listed on the product page is just the starting point for the total cost of your purchase. To calculate the actual cost of a 1688 order before shipping it to Latin America, you need to consider much more than just the unit price listed by the supplier. Domestic shipping within […]
What to Do When Multiple 1688 Suppliers Ship Your Orders on Different Dates When multiple 1688 suppliers ship your orders on different dates, international buyers face an important decision: Should they wait until all the products arrive, ship the available merchandise first, or completely reorganize their consolidation plan? This situation […]
How to Avoid SKU Errors When Consolidating Products from Multiple Suppliers into a Warehouse in China
Avoiding SKU errors when consolidating products from multiple suppliers into a warehouse in China is one of the most important considerations for any importer who purchases goods from different factories, 1688 sellers, or other Chinese suppliers. Consolidation can reduce logistics costs and simplify international shipping. However, it also creates a new […]
What to Do If an Inspection Finds Defective Products Before Shipping from China
If a pre-shipment inspection detects defective products before they are shipped from China, the most important rule is simple: do not authorize shipment immediately. Finding defects before shipment does not necessarily mean the purchasing process has failed. In fact, this is precisely one of the main reasons to conduct an inspection before […]
Why the lowest price on 1688 doesn't always mean the lowest purchase cost
The cheapest price on 1688 doesn’t always mean the lowest purchase cost. For international buyers sourcing products from China, the price listed on a product page represents only a portion of the total cost. One supplier may offer a product at 18 RMB per unit, while another may […]