Detailed explanation and precautions for opening a JD International store

If a merchant hopes to open a store on the JD International platform, it is important to understand the relevant fees. This article will delve into the various costs and other related information of opening a JD International store so that merchants can make better decisions.

1. Structure of store opening expenses

Technical service fee

Merchants need to pay a technical service fee when opening a store. This is JD.com’s fee for providing technical support and services to merchants. The amount is usually around RMB 10,000. This fee varies according to different cooperation methods.

Guarantee and deposit

You also need to pay a guarantee and deposit to open a store to ensure the integrity and service level of the merchant. Generally speaking, the security deposit is about 50,000 yuan, and the amount of the deposit is usually within this range. The exact amount of these fees will also vary based on the merchant’s selection.

Registration fee

When opening a store on JD International, merchants need to register first, and relevant fees include platform deposits and annual fees. The platform deposit is US$5,000 and the annual fee is US$2,000.

Product listing fees

You need to pay certain fees to list products on JD International. These fees usually include platform service fees (generally 5% of sales) and technical service fees. The specific fees will vary according to the product category and quantity.

Logistics and transportation costs

In the process of product sales, logistics freight is also an expense that cannot be ignored. These fees are based on the net weight, volume and delivery area of ​​the product. Merchants can choose to use the logistics services provided by JD.com or choose their own logistics company for delivery.

Other miscellaneous expenses

In addition, other miscellaneous fees such as trademark licensing fees and advertising fees may appear during the store opening process. The specific fees depend on the merchant’s situation.

2. Store opening process and requirements

Understand the rules for opening a store

Before applying to open a store, merchants must understand JD International’s store opening requirements, including merchant qualifications, product quality and after-sales service and other relevant information.

Prepare for business qualifications

Merchants need to prepare business qualification documents including business registration certificate, tax registration and business license to ensure the authenticity and validity of the documents.

Submit a store opening application

After completing the qualification preparation, merchants can submit a store opening application on the official JD International website, fill in basic information such as company name and contact information, and upload relevant supporting documents.

Approve application

JD International will review the submitted application within a few working days. If the merchant is approved, the merchant will receive a corresponding notification email.

Products on shelves

After successful application, merchants can start listing products. Prior to this, it is necessary to ensure the quality and after-sales service of the products sold, and at the same time comply with various standards listed on the platform, such as product descriptions and images.

In general, the cost of opening a JD International store is diverse. Merchants need to comprehensively evaluate various costs and their own circumstances before actually opening a store in order to formulate a reasonable budget and store opening strategy. By having all the necessary information, merchants can build competitive stores on JD.com to better serve consumers.