Purchase and Delivery from 1688: A Reliable Service for Your Business

The domestic market of China is a treasure trove of interesting and cheap offers. The 1688.com platform, owned by Alibaba Group, is very popular for wholesale trade in China and beyond. According to data for November 2024, the monthly visits reached 40.5 million. To trade profitably, use the purchase service from DiFFreight: in this article, we’ll explain why and how.

What’s Useful About Purchasing from 1688

Importing, specifically purchasing goods in China on domestic marketplaces, is beneficial for Ukrainian businesses:

• Wholesale prices — on 1688.com, prices are lower than on AliExpress or Alibaba because the platform is oriented towards the domestic B2B segment.
• Flexibility in volumes: you can find suppliers who work with small or large batches.
• Millions of offers are available in various categories: clothing, electronics, accessories, industrial equipment, packaging, and more.
• Direct contact with manufacturers. The site features factories and plants — you get wholesale prices. They can also produce products under your brand.
• Built-in rating system and reviews to assess the seller's reliability.

Thus, purchasing from 1688 is beneficial for any business: small, medium, or large- for dropshippers and those who want to start production under private labels (PL).

1688.com is a powerful tool, but it’s difficult to use due to the specifics of China’s domestic market. DiFFreight offers several services that are helpful for the growth and development of your business.

Purchasing Goods from 1688 and Delivery to Ukraine

Shipping goods from China to Ukraine from the 1688 marketplace is a major issue for entrepreneurs. There are no direct shipping options offered in the B2C segment like on AliExpress or Temu. Another issue is payment. Since the service is Chinese, payments can only be made through Chinese accounts.

Don’t miss out on great offers — purchase and inspection of goods from 1688 by DiFFreight solves all these problems. We offer a convenient purchasing format.

Submit a request for the service. DiFFreight creates a table that you fill out with links, specifying the desired order volume. Our buyers make purchases on 1688 and process the payment. There are two rates:

• One-click purchase 5%. Goods are delivered from the supplier to our warehouse, and we organize logistics to Ukraine.
• Purchase with inspection 10%. Our staff inspects the received goods: 3-5 photos of each type from different angles, photos of the packaging box, counting the quantity. The procedure detects discrepancies — from missing units to manufacturing defects.

Inspection is a reliability check, especially when working with new suppliers.

Delivery of goods from China to Ukraine

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A quick guide on how the purchase of goods from 1688 and delivery to Ukraine works:

• Request submission for buyers.
• Availability check, alternative search, negotiations with suppliers and factories.
• Commercial proposal — a full and accurate description of the service at a fixed price.
• Payment for our services.
• Purchase. Specialists complete it within 24-48 hours depending on the selected plan.
• Inspection (if included in the tariff).
• Consolidation of cargo for cost-effective sea shipments in containers.
• Turnkey delivery: logistics calculated separately.

For express orders, we recommend you to prepare as well: specify the quantity and parameters of the product (size, color, model, or other criteria), whether configuration changes are needed, testing samples, or branding. Request additional wishes at the inquiry stage — then buyers will quickly find the best supplier on 1688!

DiFFreight works with white cargo (not cargo), so all documents must be processed, and customs clearance is required. We will complement the 1688 purchase for Ukraine, offering you customs brokerage services to ensure your goods successfully pass through customs.

Difficulties When Purchasing from 1688 on Your Own

The desire to save yuan leads to the thought: why not purchase from 1688.com on your own? You will face a number of difficulties:

• Completely Chinese-language service. The translation to English is often inaccurate, leading to ambiguities and difficult communication.
• Marketplace sellers often don’t work with foreign companies, mostly due to payment issues. You won’t be able to connect to Alipay without a Chinese bank account.
• Poor product quality. Even the best suppliers may have defects and confusion with the items. Without personal presence or a reliable intermediary, you won’t be able to check your order.
• Shipping. You will have to find a logistics company that can arrange the shipment, find you a place or container, and meet the desired deadlines — another tough task.

This is exactly why DiFFreight's purchase service is an excellent solution for businesses. Entrepreneurs don’t have to spend hours dealing with hieroglyphs, searching for workarounds for payment, and worrying about product quality.

DiFFreight — a reliable intermediary for purchasing goods from 1688

Why you should order the service from us:

• Our buyers are fluent in Chinese, so they conduct negotiations effectively without ambiguity.
• Clear payment schedule — you will be able to arrange regular shipments.
• Quality inspection and warehousing services in China: we check not only the appearance of the product but also its characteristics, properties, and compatibility with equipment.
• Turnkey delivery — receive your products without worrying about paperwork and logistics.
• Confidentiality and transparent cooperation terms.

A professional approach to purchasing from 1688 will help reduce costs and build a successful business in reselling or creating a brand. Choose the best intermediaries — DiFFreight experts are ready to consult with you and answer all your questions!