Does Alibaba do custom orders?

Why buy customized products on Alibaba.com Pricing: When you buy a custom good, you can enter into a price negotiation with the seller, which can lead to favorable pricing for you. When you order customizable products, you can discuss more shipping options with your seller.

Does Alibaba sell to individuals?

Yes, anyone can buy from Alibaba. Whether you’re an individual or a company that wants to import from China, you can order for products directly from manufacturers on Alibaba. The website essentially serves as an Internet directory where anyone can contact and buy directly from manufacturers.

What does Amazon’s China strategy mean for JD and Alibaba?

Alibaba and JD both do huge sales promotions and big advertising campaigns on Nov.11 each year, known in China as Singles Day. Amazon said in its statement that it is emphasizing cross-border trade. While that may have been a unique part of the business in the past, China’s domestic players have put a big focus on that in recent years.

How do I become an Alibaba Gold Supplier?

To take advantage of the enormous opportunity Alibaba.com represents, you first need to go through a seller registration process. You can either register as a free member, or contact a sales consultant to activate paid Gold Supplier Membership and enjoy premium features and benefits that come along.

How do I verify my Alibaba account?

The system may guide you to verify your account first before you can proceed. You can choose either “Email Verification” if your email is still in use, or “Contact Customer Service” for assistance. If you forgot your Alibaba.com password, you can request to reset it to get back into your Alibaba.com account.

Why order product samples when importing from China?

Product samples are essential when importing products from China, and elsewhere in Asia. Obviously, you want to see and feel the product before you start production. However, ordering product samples is also a way to test if your supplier is truly up to the task.