Guides & Playbooks

Each guide answers a specific question we hear from Amazon/Shopify sellers, gift shop owners, and jewelry brands. Every article links back to the relevant Services so you can take the next step when ready.

Guide for overseas buyers who already found SKUs on 1688.

How to Buy from 1688 Without a Chinese Bank Account

Practical workflow for communicating with suppliers, paying in RMB through a partner, and consolidating shipments safely.

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Retailers and gift shop owners researching Yiwu market trips.

Yiwu Sourcing Guide for Gift Shop Owners

What to prepare before visiting Yiwu, how to mix MOQ, and how a local team can consolidate shipments for small retailers.

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Decision-stage guide for jewelry brands comparing supplier types.

China Jewelry Manufacturer vs Trading Company: Pros & Cons

Understand when to work with a factory, when a trading company is more flexible, and how to keep pricing transparent either way.

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