FAQs-Product Sourcing&Purchase in ZQ Dropshipping

Welcome to our Product Sourcing & Purchasing FAQ section!

Here, we address the most common questions about sourcing and purchasing products, including how to find reliable suppliers, the steps involved in sourcing, and how we ensure quality and competitive pricing for your business. Whether you're new to dropshipping or looking to optimize your product sourcing process, we've got you covered.

Q1: Do you provide sourcing from platforms like 1688, Aliexpress, or other wholesale suppliers?

A1: Yes, we provide sourcing services from China, South Korea and America. This includes platforms like 1688 (China's largest B2B platform) and AliExpress (products based in the U.S.), as well as other wholesale suppliers.

Q2: How do I find reliable suppliers?

A2: Through the ZQ system, we provide a "ZQ-Selected" feature with advanced filtering options to help you find reliable suppliers. You can narrow down suppliers based on:

• Shipping timeframes (e.g., 24-hour or 48-hour delivery options)

• Supplier qualifications and certifications

• Store establishment history

• Return policies and payment terms

• Minimum order quantities

  

  ZQ-Selected 1688.com

If you're looking to bulk purchase inventory, feel free to contact us, and we’ll assist you with sourcing.

Q3: Do you charge a service fee for purchasing products from you?

A3: Yes, the service fee depends on your ZQ account level. For basic customers, we charge a 7% service fee based on the product price. Advanced-level accounts are charged a 5% service fee, while enterprise-level accounts enjoy no service fees for product purchases.

Q4: How to Purchase from Other Channels and Ship to ZQ?

A4: ZQ Dropshipping accommodates merchants who wish to source products independently and utilize our warehouse infrastructure:

1. Pre-Shipment Notification Required: Before sending any products to ZQ's China warehouse, you must contact ZQ through the system chat to provide:

   • Detailed product information

   • Complete specifications for each item

   • Accurate quantity counts

2. Inventory Processing Protocol: Proper notification is essential for successful warehouse intake and processing

   • Products sent without prior notification may be unidentifiable

   • ZQ cannot be held responsible for lost items due to improper notification

Q5: What is manual sourcing from ZQ?

A5: Self-source products using ZQ's Chrome extension or request assisted sourcing (for high-volume sellers).

Q6: I want to start dropshipping from 1688, but I don't have an account. What should I do?

A6: With ZQ 1688 Dropshipping Pro, you can begin your dropshipping journey without needing a 1688 account, and it also helps overcome any language barriers.

Q7: I want to start dropshipping from Korea, but I can't speak Korean. What should I do?

A7: ZQ has local k-beauty marketplace and Gmarket all in English. Just join ZQ dropshipping~

ZQ local k-beauty marketplace

ZQ local Gmarket

Q8: what the three tabs on 1688.com’s search bar mean?

1688 search bar

A8:

1. 挑好货=Find Products includes

• Find products in keywords like cross-border phone cases, cross-border women dress and so on.

• Search customized products for branding, own requires or unique customization in 1688.

Find services such as 3D printing, logo design...

2. 找工厂=Find Factories

1688.com covers nearly every factory—any manufacturer you’re looking for can be found there.

includes: Customization Products, Super factory, Business Purchase, Flash demo and Lists of factory.

3. 工业品=Industrial Products

   All industrial products are factory price from 1688.com.

Q9: What categories does 1688.com have?

A9:

1688 categories in Chinese

Major Categories and Their Subcategories in English

Major Category	Subcategories
Fashion	Women’s Wear, Men’s Wear, Underwear, Accessories, Shoes, Bags & Luggage
Electronics	Home Appliances, Digital & Computer Products
Home & Lifestyle	Home Decoration & Lighting, Home Textiles & Decor, Daily Kitchenware & Tableware, Household Daily Use, Storage & Cleaning, Office Supplies & Culture, Pets & Gardening
Beauty & Personal Care	Beauty & Personal Care
Sports & Recreation	Sports & Outdoors, Toys & Children’s Clothing
Food & Beverages	Food & Beverages, Catering & Fresh Produce
Automotive & Industrial	Automotive Supplies, Industrial Supplies

Q10: What women fashion categories does 1688.com have?

A10: 1688.com offers a five comprehensive women’s fashion lineup, like New Chinese Style, Bottoms & Pants, Plus-Size Women’s Wear, Middle-Aged & Elderly Wear and Maternity Wear.

Category	Subcategories
New Chinese Style	Hanfu suit set, Mamian skirt, Shawl, Cloud-shoulder cape, Tang-style suit set, Tang-style skirt, Tang-style top, Tang-style pants, Chinese-style dress, New Chinese-style vest
Bottoms & Pants	Women’s jeans, Casual pants, Women’s shorts, Women’s sweatpants, Leggings, One-piece pants, Down-filled/cotton-padded pants, Suit pants/dress pants
Plus-Size Women’s Wear	Plus-size dress, Plus-size skirt, Plus-size T-shirt, Plus-size shirt, Plus-size sweatshirt, Plus-size chiffon blouse, Plus-size camisole, Plus-size suit, Plus-size outerwear, Plus-size trench coat, Plus-size leather jacket, Plus-size vest, Plus-size leggings, Plus-size jeans, Plus-size casual pants, Plus-size knitwear
Middle-Aged & Elderly Wear	Casual set, Dress, Casual pants, Shirt, Jeans, T-shirt, Outerwear, Vest, Chiffon blouse, Skirt (all “for middle-aged & elderly”)
Maternity Wear	Maternity T-shirt, Radiation-protection garment, Maternity dress, Maternity pants, Maternity skirt, Maternity sweatshirt/fleece, Maternity camisole/tank top, Maternity blouse/chiffon top, Nursing top, Maternity knitwear, Maternity coat/trench coat, Maternity loungewear, Maternity set, Maternity leggings

Q11: What other fashion categories does 1688.com offer?

A11: 1688.com also offers Men's wear and Underwear in below subcategories.

Category	Subcategories
Men’s Wear	Men’s T-shirt, Men’s Casual Pants, Men’s Polo Shirt, Men’s Dress Shirt, Men’s Jeans, Advertising T-shirt, Advertising Vest, Advertising Polo, Men’s Casual Sports Suit
Underwear	Graphene Underwear, Seamless Underwear, 3D Peach-Hip Underwear, Women’s Triangle Underwear, Women’s Plus-Size Underwear, Women’s Boxer Briefs, Women’s Thong, Maternity Underwear, Women’s Safety Shorts, Women’s Menstrual Underwear, Red-Year Underwear, Men’s Boxer Briefs, Men’s Aro Pants, Men’s Plus-Size Underwear, Men’s Briefs, Men’s Thong, Men’s U-Shaped Underwear

Q12: Which product category do you recommend for dropshipping on 1688?

A12:

accessory items through ZQ plug-in, 1688 dropshipping pro

I’d suggest focusing on accessories—1688.com carries a full range of accessory items. Please see the chart below for details.

Category	Subcategories
Glasses & Accessories	Sunglasses, Kids’ Sunglasses, Children’s Frame Glasses, Frame Glasses, Yuan-Character Glasses, Party Glasses, Aging Glasses, Eye Charts, Protective Goggles, 3D Glasses, Anti-Radiation Glasses, Safety Glasses, Lenses, Glasses Cases, Cleaning Cloths, Frame Accessories, Cleaning Solutions, Glasses Chains
Scarves & Sun Protection	Sun-Protective Clothing, Sun-Protective Veil/Masks, Neck Sleeves, Silk Scarves, Shawls, Ribbons, Scarf/Silk Scarf/Shawl Accessories, Sun-Protective Gloves, Sun-Protective Sleeves, Ear Muffs, Daily Masks
Hair Accessories	Adult Hats, Hair Clips, Hair Bands, Hair Ties, Headbands, Hair Cords, Hair Barrettes, Fringe Stickers, Hair Bun Makers, Hair Chains, Hair Nets, Hair Padding Inserts, Hair Comb Accessories, Hair Pins, Hair Crowns, Crowns, Insert Combs, Veils, Hair Flowers, Hair Sticks
Hand Accessories	Rings, Bracelets, Wrist Cords, Beaded Bracelets, Finger Rings, Bangles, Wristbands, Agate Jewelry, Agate Rings, Gold Jewelry, Natural Crystal Jewelry, Natural Crystal Rings, K-Gold Jewelry, Platinum Jewelry, Natural Pearl Jewelry, Diamond Jewelry, Natural Jade Jewelry, Jadeite Jewelry, Hetian Jade Jewelry, Amber Jewelry
Ear Accessories	Stud Earrings, Hoop Earrings, Dangle Earrings, Clip-On Earrings, Ear Hoops, Ear Hooks, Ear Fasteners, K-Gold Earrings, Natural Crystal Earrings, Agate Earrings, Gold Earrings, Moissanite Earrings, Platinum Earrings, Natural Pearl Earrings, Diamond Earrings, Natural Jade Earrings, Amber Earrings, Jadeite Earrings, Colored Gemstone Earrings
Neck Accessories	Necklaces, Pendants, Clavicle Chains, Chokers, Necklace Pendants, Natural Crystal Neck Accessories, Agate Neck Accessories, Gold Neck Accessories, Platinum Neck Accessories, Natural Pearl Neck Accessories, Moissanite Neck Accessories, K-Gold Neck Accessories, Amber Neck Accessories, Diamond Neck Accessories, Natural Jade Neck Accessories, Hetian Jade Neck Accessories, Jadeite Neck Accessories
Jewelry	Gold Foot Jewelry, Gold Chest Jewelry, Gold Jewelry Sets, K-Gold Chest Jewelry, K-Gold Foot Jewelry, K-Gold Jewelry Sets, Platinum Chest Jewelry, Platinum Jewelry, Natural Pearl Chest Jewelry, Natural Pearl Jewelry, Diamond Chest Jewelry, Diamond Jewelry, Natural Jade Jewelry, Amber Jewelry, Jadeite Jewelry, Colored Gemstone Chest Jewelry, Colored Gemstone Jewelry
Watches	Children’s Watches, Electronic Watches, Mechanical Watches, Quartz Watches, Light-Wave Watches, Radio-Wave Watches, Movements, Dials, Cases, Watch Faces, Hands, Crowns, Case Backs, Straps, Watch Adjusters, Watch Boxes, Pocket Watches

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