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
How to Use 1688 in English: Desktop Website Guide
Kevin Krugh
November 2, 2026
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How to Return 1688 Products from Overseas: Local Help
Kevin Krugh
October 31, 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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Should You Remove Original Packaging Before Shipping 1688 Orders?
Kevin Krugh
October 16, 2026
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You can remove original packaging before shipping 1688 orders when the product boxes are unnecessary
How to Buy from 1688 Outside China: A Complete Guide for International Buyers
1688warehouse
August 31, 2026
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Buying from 1688 outside China is possible, but the process is different from shopping on
What to Check When Your 1688 Order Arrives
Kevin Krugh
September 1, 2026
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Every importer knows the feeling. Weeks of comparing suppliers, negotiating prices and waiting for shipments
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 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
How to Return 1688 Products from Overseas: Local Help
Kevin Krugh
October 31, 2026
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Returning products purchased on 1688 can be difficult when you are buying from outside China.