How to find high-quality sources of goods on Alibaba, Taobao and local wholesale markets

Finding reliable supply sources is the key to success for AliExpress sellers. Depending on different platforms and market characteristics, sellers can choose a method that suits them. Next, we will discuss the specific methods and precautions for finding sources of goods on Alibaba, Taobao and local wholesale markets.

1. Find supply on Alibaba

Alibaba is a platform focused on wholesale procurement, providing a wealth of supply options. Its main advantage is that the products are wide in variety and relatively cheap, but there are minimum order quantity requirements for each category. Entering Alibaba’s foreign trade supply website (www.1688.com), sellers can enter product keywords to search, and the system will provide them with a variety of products and attribute choices.

By clicking “Search” and adjusting the filtering conditions (such as category, fabric, price, etc.), sellers can gradually narrow the scope and find products that better meet their needs. After confirming a certain product, it is recommended that the seller contact the merchant to discuss the starting batch quantity, product quality and other details to ensure that the selected source of goods meets the requirements.

2. Find sources of goods on Taobao

In addition to Alibaba, Taobao is also a supply platform with huge potential. Since some merchants provide wholesale options on Taobao, sellers can purchase products at relatively cheap prices and support single-unit batches. However, Taobao supply often has large price fluctuations, so sellers need to choose carefully.

When searching for products on Taobao, sellers can use attribute filters, such as sorting by sales volume or free shipping, to find hot-selling items. Recording product reviews and feedback is important to ensure quality. After confirming the quality, sellers can consider purchasing in bulk from Taobao to reduce inventory risks and ensure smooth subsequent sales.

3. Find high-quality sources in local wholesale markets

For sellers not far from the wholesale market, offline purchasing is also a good choice. Going to a dedicated wholesale market allows you to get hands-on contact with the goods, reduce shipping costs and increase the flexibility of choice. Sellers should shop around in the market and observe the products and prices in different stores.

It is recommended that sellers go to multiple stores to inquire about product conditions, and compare at least 5 to 10 stores to understand the market conditions. When confirming the product you want to purchase, you can record the store’s contact information. If you choose to cooperate, you can start with a small amount to reduce risks. At the same time, obtain product pictures in time to facilitate subsequent online sales.

4. Find effective ways to forward freight forwarders

After selecting the source of goods, express delivery and logistics are equally important. Sellers can find a suitable freight forwarder by joining the AliExpress communication group, contacting AliExpress software service providers, or directly searching for “AliExpress freight forwarder” on Baidu. It is recommended to place a few more orders in the early stage and find a freight forwarding company with stable services through multiple experience summaries. In addition, choosing a large freight forwarding company can ensure service quality.

Through the comprehensive use of the above channels, AliExpress sellers can effectively find high-quality sources of goods and lay a solid foundation for the development of their stores.