1688 (Alibaba Wholesale) is China's largest wholesale procurement platform, with prices lower than Taobao, but it is only available domestically, requiring a Chinese account and Alipay, making it almost impossible for overseas buyers to order directly.ImagineShipThe 1688 Agent service helps you through the entire process: placing orders on your behalf, making payments, inspecting wholesale goods, consolidating packages for international shipping, allowing you to buy from 1688 at wholesale prices and ship directly to over 200 countries worldwide.
What is 1688 Agent?
1688 Agent acts as a bridge between you and 1688 sellers. You provide product links, we place orders on your behalf, pay in RMB, receive goods at our China warehouse, inspect them for free, and then consolidate and ship internationally. It is especially suitable for overseas entrepreneurs, cross-border e-commerce sellers, and individual buyers who want to purchase wholesale.
Why use ImagineShip for 1688 Agent?
- Direct wholesale pricing — Directly connect with 1688 sellers to get factory wholesale prices.
- RMB payment on your behalf — No need for Alipay; settle with us via overseas bank card/PayPal.
- Free inspection and consolidation — Wholesale goods are inspected and photographed item by item, multiple orders are combined into one package to save shipping costs.
- Supports large item sea freight — Bulk procurement is more cost-effective by sea; air and sea freight options available.
- Global coverage of 200+ countries — Covering the US, Canada, UK, Australia, Southeast Asia, etc.
1688 Agent Process
- Register to get warehouse address — Register for ImagineShip for free, receive your exclusive China warehouse address.
- Submit 1688 links — Send us the product links, we place orders and pay in RMB on your behalf.
- Warehousing and inspection — Goods arrive at the warehouse for free inspection and photos; wholesale goods have quantities verified.
- Consolidation and international shipping — Useshipping calculatorto select logistics and ship globally with one click.
1688 Agent Fee Explanation
Fees include: product cost (actual RMB cost reimbursed), agent service fee, international shipping (by weight/volumetric weight). For bulk procurement, sea freight is recommended; consolidation only charges one first weight. See detailsShipping Rate Inquiryandconsolidation services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1688 Agent suitable for cross-border e-commerce sellers?
Very suitable. 1688 is a wholesale platform. Combined with our procurement + inspection + sea freight consolidation, it is the preferred solution for overseas cross-border sellers to stock up at low cost.
Can I use 1688 purchasing agent if I don't know Chinese?
Yes. Just provide the link, and we'll handle ordering, bargaining, and communicating with sellers for you. No need to know Chinese or have a Chinese account.
Can 1688 wholesale goods be consolidated and shipped abroad?
Yes. Goods from multiple sellers are shipped to your warehouse address, and we consolidate and pack them for free. Shipping in bulk by sea is the most cost-effective.
Ready to get started?Register for ImagineShip for free now, start your 1688 wholesale purchasing journey!
