Purchasing exclusive sneakers like the Nike SB Stefan Janoski1688ACbuy
1688 (Alibaba’s domestic marketplace) is a treasure trove of wholesale products, including limited-edition footwear. However, most sellers don’t ship internationally. ACbuy
Use ACbuy’s integrated product search or manually locate shoes on 1688. Since 1688 is Chinese-only, translate keywords like “Nike SB Janoski” to Chinese (耐克SB Janoski滑板鞋) for better results. Verify sellers by checking:
- Ratings (look for 4.8+ stars)
- Sales volume (higher = more reliable)
- Product images and descriptions (comparesole-imprint photos with authentic sneaker guides).
For verified sellers of Nike shoes, check this sourcing spreadsheet
After identifying a product, copy its 1688 URL and paste it into ACbuy’s order form. Specify:
- **Colorway** (e.g., Black/Gum)
- **Size** (convert US/EU to Chinese sizing)
- **Quantity** (some shops impose MOQs)
- **Special Requests**, like extra shoebox protection.
ACbuy provides a cost breakdown including domestic shipping to their warehouse, international fees, optional insurance, and estimated delivery. Prepay or confirm the order.
ACbuy inspects items upon arrival at their warehouse. Opt for QC photos (often a small fee) to verify authenticity and condition. If issues arise (wrong color, defects), they facilitate returns/exchanges.
Once approved, choose a shipping method:
- **Budget options** (e.g., China Post Small Packet: slow but cheap)
- **Express** (DHL/UPS: 3–7 days, trackable)
- **Sea Freight** (bulky orders, economical for resellers).
Unlike Amazon or StockX,most 1688 sellers require:
- **Alipay/WeChat Pay** (foreign cards often blocked)
- **Language skills** (negotiation is common)
- **Storage addresses** within China.
ACbuy bypasses these hurdles at a nominal service fee (typically 5–10% of item value). Test their service with low-cost items before bulk orders.
For alternate sourcing resources, explore databases like this spreadsheet of vetted suppliers
By leveraging agents like ACbuy, sneaker enthusiasts worldwide capitalize on 1688’s wholesale pricing—getting coveted styles like the SB Janoski without overpaying on secondary markets. Start small, refine your process, and expand your sourcing strategy!