1688 Buying, Warehouse & Shipping Guides
Practical guides for overseas buyers on 1688 sourcing, purchasing, China warehouse services, product inspection, consolidation and international shipping.
How to Source Products from 1688: A Complete Guide for Overseas Buyers
1688warehouse
August 29, 2026
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How to source products from 1688 is one of the most common questions for overseas importers, e-commerce sellers, wholesalers, and small businesses looking for products
Chargeable Weight Explained: Why Shipping Weight Can Be Higher Than Actual Weight
Kevin Krugh
September 18, 2026
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1688 Website Explained: How Overseas Buyers Can Shop on 1688 China
Kevin Krugh
September 16, 2026
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How to Source Products from 1688: A Complete Guide for Overseas Buyers
1688warehouse
August 29, 2026
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Why Overseas Buyers Need a Warehouse in China
Kevin Krugh
August 31, 2026
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How to Buy from 1688 Outside China: A Complete Guide for International Buyers
1688warehouse
August 31, 2026
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1688 Tracking Number: How to Track Your Order to a China Warehouse
Kevin Krugh
September 5, 2026
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An 1688 tracking number is the domestic courier number used to follow a parcel after
1688 Damaged Order: What to Do Before International Shipping
Kevin Krugh
September 10, 2026
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If your 1688 damaged order arrives at a China warehouse, do not consolidate or ship
DDP Customs Clearance: How Customs Works When Shipping From China
Kevin Krugh
September 14, 2026
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DDP customs clearance means the seller is responsible for arranging import customs clearance and paying
1688 Website Explained: How Overseas Buyers Can Shop on 1688 China
Kevin Krugh
September 16, 2026
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The 1688 website is a Chinese wholesale marketplace used by manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, and
Why Overseas Buyers Need a Warehouse in China
Kevin Krugh
August 31, 2026
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A warehouse in China gives overseas buyers a place to receive, check, hold and combine
Actual Weight vs Volumetric Weight: How Shipping Costs from China Are Calculated
Kevin Krugh
September 11, 2026
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Actual weight vs volumetric weight is one of the most important differences to understand when