I have an idea or a product link
Share the product, variants and approximate quantity. Start with sourcing and clarifying supplier terms.
Discuss sourcing ↗CHINA. YOUR TEAM ON THE GROUND.
1688 purchasing & China sourcing services
Bring us in at any stage, or let one team coordinate the whole process.
GUANGZHOU · SOURCING & WAREHOUSEHONG KONG · COORDINATION
CN ↗ UA
Close to your goods.
On your side.
01 / BASEGuangzhou + Hong Kong
A team close to your suppliers
02 / INFRASTRUCTURE5,000 m²
Warehouse & consolidation
03 / APPROACHFrom samples to stock
Small batches · Multiple suppliers
START WHERE YOU ARE
How far along
is your next order?
Tell us what you already have. We’ll agree on the support needed for your next step.
I already have a supplier
Bring your specifications, supplier details and required checks. Agree on receiving, reporting and consolidation.
Discuss inspection ↗My goods are ready to ship
Provide the goods type, carton count, weight, dimensions and destination city. Confirm the available route and cost breakdown.
Discuss delivery ↗PURCHASING, WAREHOUSING & SHIPPING TERMS
Services / 0501
Sourcing and purchasing in China
We work with 1688, Taobao, Pinduoduo, factories and Guangzhou wholesale markets. Starting with your photo, link or brief, we find options and confirm pricing, availability, minimum quantities and production schedules.
- Confirm models, colours, sizes and quantities.
- Buy samples and small batches under the supplier’s terms.
- Canton Fair support: supplier introductions, interpreting, meeting coordination and remote assistance.
02
Warehouse inspection
We agree the scope before receipt: quantities, appearance, variants, photos and videos. Full or sample checks and functional testing are quoted separately. If discrepancies are found, we agree next steps with you and the supplier before international shipping.
BEFORE INTERNATIONAL DISPATCHCheck the goods.
Check the goods.
Prepare the cartons.
Before dispatch, agree SKU and quantity checks, carton labels and protection for fragile items. The scope and cost depend on your order.
03
Consolidation and preparation
Our 5,000 m² warehouse in the Guangzhou airport area brings orders from multiple suppliers together. Sorting, labelling, repacking, protective packaging and shipment preparation are available. Storage fees and periods are specified in your proposal.
04
Support for sellers
We support restocking for Prom.ua sellers, social shops and physical retailers. Single-item fulfilment, branded packaging and recurring orders depend on the product and route.
05
What do we need to start?
Send product links or photos, quantities, a budget and the delivery city. Product costs, service fees, transport within China and international delivery are agreed before payment.
MORE CLARITY BEFORE PAYMENT
More than finding a product.
Agree on what you’ll receive.
Supplier
Confirm who supplies the goods, who receives payment and the order terms.
Specification
Record the model, size, colour, material, quantity and included items for each SKU.
Inspection
Agree on sample or full inspection, acceptance criteria and required photos or videos.
Discrepancies
Agree what happens if goods differ and clarify return terms before international dispatch.
LOOK BEYOND THE UNIT PRICE
The unit price
is only the
starting point.
Agree the cost breakdown before payment. Compare proposals and plan your purchasing budget with a clearer view of the total.
Request an itemised quote ↗PRACTICAL BUYER GUIDES
WHAT WE CONFIRM01 — 06
01Products & quantities↗
02Transport within China↗
03Purchasing & inspection↗
04Storage, packing & consolidation↗
05International freight↗
06Customs & destination charges↗
Each item is marked included, separate or not applicable. Amounts, currencies and exclusions are specified in your proposal.
Prepare your China sourcing order
All guides ↗Your First 1688 Order: A Brief for Ukrainian Sellers
Prepare a first sourcing order with clear variants, quantities, sample requirements, inspection scope and delivery details.
Read guide ↗How to Check a Supplier Before Buying from China
Compare supplier identity, product specifications, samples, inspection arrangements and quotation scope before paying.
Read guide ↗Why a Good Sample Does Not Guarantee a Good Batch
Turn an approved sample into a usable reference for dimensions, materials, packaging and checks on your next order.
Read guide ↗YOUR NEXT SOURCING PROJECT
Need an estimate
for your order?
Include links or photos, quantities per variant, your city and target arrival date. Tell us whether you need purchasing, inspection, consolidation or shipping only.
