How to buy from 1688
Updated 2026-09-29 · Puro Classico
1688.com is Alibaba's domestic wholesale marketplace. Prices are often close to factory prices, but it's built for Chinese businesses, so international buyers use a shopping agent.
What's different about 1688
- Minimum order quantities: some listings require several pieces. Many clothing sellers allow single pieces; your agent shows the minimum.
- Plain listings: photos and titles are often basic, so buyer QC photos matter more.
- Prices can be tiered — cheaper per piece at higher quantities.
Step by step
- Find a 1688 find on Puro Classico (marked "1688") or copy a link like
detail.1688.com/offer/….html. - Open it in your agent (tap Buy, or use the link converter).
- Check the minimum quantity and pick size and colour, then pay for the item plus delivery to the warehouse.
- Check the QC photos, then combine items and ship.
New to agents? Watch the how-to-order video.
FAQ
Can I buy a single item on 1688?
Often yes for clothing and accessories, but some listings have a minimum order quantity. Your agent shows it before you pay.
