Shopping agents
Articles about shopping agents.
7 articles
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EU customs changes for small parcels: what applies in 2026
EU customs changes for small parcels: the €150 duty exemption is gone, a €3 duty and €2 fee apply per item, plus VAT. What it means for makers ordering parts.
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Best shopping agent for Taobao? Seven Chinese agents compared
Chinese shopping agent comparison for European makers: which is the best shopping agent for Taobao and 1688 on fees, QC photos, storage and EU import charges.
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Shipping batteries from China: 18650s, LiPo and power banks
Shipping batteries from China through a shopping agent: why 18650 cells and LiPo packs are restricted, what ships inside equipment, and how to avoid refusals.
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QC photos for electronics: what to check and what to request
QC photos shopping agent electronics guide: what to ask the warehouse to photograph for boards, sensors, modules and displays, and how to read the photos.
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Taobao vs AliExpress vs 1688 for electronics parts from Europe
Taobao vs AliExpress vs 1688 for maker electronics: who sells, pricing, MOQ, language, payment, parcel routes, buyer protection and EU VAT and duty compared.
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How to buy from 1688: a maker's guide for European buyers
How to buy from 1688 as a maker in Europe: what the wholesale marketplace is, why you need a shopping agent, and the order flow from MOQ checks to shipping.
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Buy electronic components direct from China: who gets the markup
Buy electronic components direct from China and see where the markup goes: factory, trader, wholesaler, reseller. What buying closer saves, costs and risks.