Nine Chinese apps and platforms that importers and traders use to search for products and suppliers. Each app suits a different type of business.
1688The largest wholesale platform in China, aimed at traders. Direct factory prices. Sometimes needs a VPN from outside China.
Taobao The largest online marketplace for individuals and small traders in China. Suitable for small quantities and samples.
Pinduoduo A platform based on group buying to get low prices. Suitable for everyday goods and Chinese products.
JD.com One of the largest Chinese platforms, with quality guarantees and fast shipping. JD Wholesale section for traders.
Meizhuanghy A platform specializing in wholesale cosmetics and personal care.
K3 开山网 A wholesale fashion platform with thousands of designs, suited to small and medium-sized traders.
汽配人 Qipeiren Specializes in wholesale car parts. A directory for importers in the spare-parts sector.
工邦邦 Gongbangbang A platform for industrial equipment and tools. Connects manufacturers with importers in the industrial sector.
趣批发 97nongcun A varied wholesale platform for consumer and food products. Competitive prices and fast shipping within China.