Top 7 Cheap Wholesale Websites In China 2020

1.Alibaba.com — www.alibaba.com

Alibaba is a popular website among retail operators and is widely respected in the industry. With thousands of other items available on their website, it is a one-stop-shopping experience for shoes, clothes, watches, bags and other wholesale items. The company is based in Hangzhou, China but has suppliers from all over the country.

You will need to create an account at the Alibaba website to place an order from the site, but you can browse as a visitor. You will not need a wholesaler license to create your account.

2. Global Sources — www.globalsources.com

Global Sources is a company that is based in Hong Kong. It offers business-to-business purchasing with buyers from around the globe. The company has been around since 1970 and is a big name in the wholesale supplier industry. The company does more than e-commerce supplies too. They host China Sourcing Fairs where manufacturers and suppliers can come together to do business with potential buyers at trade fairs. These trade fairs are held in many major cities around the world.

As mentioned above, this company is specifically designed to connect retailers with suppliers in Hong Kong and other parts of the world through trade shows, but for those who can not attend the trade shows, the company offers great connections on their website too.

3. AliExpress – www.aliexpress.com

Individual buyers can find great deals on the AliExpress website. At the AliExpress website, you will find a variety of products at discounted prices. Either hover over the “Bags and Shoes” tab under “Categories”.  From here you can narrow your search by a variety of factors including price and shipping options, as well as the type of products you are wanting to buy. You can also type in specific keywords into the search bar at the top of the page to see specific listings, such as “girls slippers” or “blue flip flops.” Ali Express offers a 24/7 help center and a buyer protection plan. There is also an app that you can download for use on your smartphone and another mobile device.

4. Made-in-China – www.made-in-china.com

Made-in-China helps to connect international buyers with Chinese suppliers. Use the drop-down menu and click on the “Apparel and Accessories” link or simply type in your specific keywords into the search field to find what you are looking for to purchase. This site provides many options for those looking for suppliers for their retail business. Individuals can also find great deals at this site too. Simply utilize the “Min. Order” search filter to find shoes that are offered with a minimum order of a single pair. This site also offers an app for shopping on the go and a “New User Guide” to help new users navigate their site with ease.

5. DHGate – www.dhgate.com

DHGates, located in Beijing, helps connect buyers with suppliers worldwide. DHGate mainly sells items produced by small or medium-size Chinese factories.
To shop for the "Accessories” link which will bring up a whole new menu with plenty of options to choose from. You can also type in specific keywords at the top of the page in the search bar. This site encourages you to shop from their app by offering you lower prices on the app than on the website on specified items. They also offer coupons and discounts that can be delivered to your inbox by signing-up for their email list. Some resellers offer free shipping and there are ratings for each item too, given by other customers. This site is perfect for individuals who are looking for a great deal on shoes as the site offers items at single quantities and does not require you to buy in bulk. However, because of the low prices, retailers can also find good deals on items they intend to resell.

6. Yiwugo.com – www.yiwugo.com

Yiwugo offers a huge selection of products and every other item imaginable. With over 210,000 suppliers, 70,000 physical stores and 1.7 million products in Yiwu, China, this site has it all. The website Yiwugo (yiwugo.com) mainly displays the location of their suppliers’ physical stores on the website, but you can also look for specific items.

7. 1688 – www.1688.com

This site, www.1688.com, is mainly geared toward domestic Chinese customers but customers with US currency can also make purchases. This site is written in Chinese but can be translated into English. To translate this site into English, open it in your Chrome browser and right-click anywhere on the page. Select the “Translate to English” option and wait for the page to load.

Please note that if you are a customer living outside of China, you will need an agent who is able to purchase and ship your shoes and other merchandise for you. Most of the suppliers at 1688.com do not speak English and do not offer international shipping. Foreign companies and individuals (non-Chinese) cannot purchase and pay directly at the website. Contact us for more information.