Pinduoduo Expands Free Shipping to Singapore, Japan, Korea – New Opportunities for Cross-border Buyers

As of the end of 2024, Pinduoduo’s free shipping now covers Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea, with more regions to come.

Free shipping thresholds:

• Singapore: Orders over ¥99
• Japan/Korea: Orders over ¥179
• Hong Kong/Macau: No minimum order
• Taiwan: Orders over ¥49

How it works:

1. Sellers ship to PDD’s consolidation warehouses
2. Warehouses handle consolidation, customs clearance, and final deliver
3. Service covers popular categories including electronics, fashion, beauty products

What this means for you:

It is an undiscovered platform with very competitive prices.

Some products are even cheaper than 1688.

If you are selling products, you can check the prices on Pinduoduo to see if it is worth trying.

🤩1688 supports international shipping to 7 countries and regions outside Mainland China now!

2 Tools to Help You Source Better from 1688.com

Hey everyone! Today I want to share 2 official tools that can really boost your efficiency when buying from 1688.

The first one is a Chrome browser plugin, and you can install it here:
https://aibuy.1688.com

This tool has lots of useful features designed especially for overseas buyers.
You can read more about it here:
https://mind.1688.com/default/default/kbeSeGDayN/index.html?wh_pha=true&wh_pid=3391075

The second one is a website:
https://air.1688.com/app/1688-lp/landing-page/index.html?bizType=browser&customerId=AIBUY&lang=en

This is product data provided by 1688.

I checked it out and honestly, the data is super valuable—some of it you probably won’t even find in paid tools! The product insights they share can really help you find good products.

I strongly recommend you give these tools a try!

✨ Taobao Has a Desktop App Now! Shopping from China Just Got Easier 🚀

Hey folks! If you’re always sourcing stuff from Taobao, check this out—Taobao now has an official desktop app for both Windows and Mac. No more squinting at your phone screen or struggling with slow websites.

Why is this cool?

• Big screen = easier shopping**: Browse and compare products way faster.
• Split-screen browsing**: Check out different products side-by-side.
• Instant seller messages**: Get real-time notifications when suppliers reply.
• Built-in AI chat**: Unlimited AI support to help you search, compare, and find deals.
• Super fast loading**: The new interface pops open instantly—no lag, even on older computers.
• Official browser plugin available**: For even more convenience.

Honestly, this is a huge time-saver if you’re doing a lot of Taobao sourcing.

and here is the link to download taobao app for pc and mac : https://pc.taobao.com/

PayPal + WeChat Pay = Easy Payments in China!

Hey guys! If you buy from China (1688, Taobao, PDD etc.), there is a news for you:

PayPal’s launching a new platform called “PayPal World” this fall. if you use PayPal or Venmo, you can just scan a WeChat Pay QR code to pay at tons of Chinese shops and suppliers

And it gets better: later you’ll even be able to send money straight to someone’s WeChat wallet or bank account from PayPal.

Honestly, this will save so much time and headache for those buying directly from Taobao or 1688 suppliers. 🙌

🎉 Exciting news for Thai users! Taobao App has just launched its Thai version

In July 2025, Taobao officially launched a Thai version of its app, following its Russian version released in May.

The app now supports Chinese, English, and Thai, making it easier for Thai users to shop from China Taobao.

Here are some of the benefits it gives you:

1. Product info and system interfaces are now fully localized in Thai.

2. Allowing direct payments in local currency.

3. Free shipping for orders over ¥99

4. local return services in Thailand. Unsatisfied customers can return products directly to local Thai warehouses!

5. In Bangkok, deliveries can arrive as fast as 7 days.

🚀 Introducing Accio: Alibaba’s Revolutionary AI-Powered B2B Search Engine for Importers 🔎

Hey everyone!

Alibaba just launched Accio, a revolutionary B2B AI search engine. It’s designed to assist overseas buyers like you.

You can input detailed requirements, and Accio will break them down, suggest necessary items, and provide detailed product info.

It even tracks market trends and enables batch purchasing.

Covering ‘hundreds of millions’ of products, it’s not limited to Alibaba’s own platform. This means more sourcing options for you.

With features like AI-driven search and multi-agent architecture, it’s set to transform your sourcing experience.

you can test it here: https://www.accio.com/

Maximize Your Taobao Shopping Experience with This Shopping Assistant Plugin💰🛒

today,I will introduce you a plugin called Taobao Shopping Assistant Lite.

You know, it has some amazing functions. With it, you can search for the same item on Taobao by simply clicking on a picture on any website.

It can offer you a vast number of accurate results, which enables you to easily search for products and compare prices.

At present, it supports plugin installation on certain browsers like Chrome, Edge, Maxthon.

You’ll find it a really useful tool when you shop on Taobao. It will help you save a great deal of time and energy in looking for the things you desire.

you can download this plugin from this link:

https://huodong.taobao.com/wow/z/tbhome/default/extension-download-guide?spm=a21bo.jianhua/a.20220530.1.5af92a89xjqKBt

UnionPay cards issued outside of China can now be fully linked to Alipay and WeChat Pay

Great news for foreign buyers! UnionPay cards issued outside of China can now be fully linked to Alipay and WeChat Pay.

This means you can enjoy mobile payments in China just like local users! Whether you’re shopping online or making in-store purchases, all you need is:

1. A UnionPay card issued in your country.

2. The Alipay or WeChat app.

With over 2.5 billion UnionPay cards issued in 83 countries and regions, cross-border payments in 183 countries are now easier than ever.

You can now get a UnionPay card from your local bank and use China’s most popular payment methods without hassle!

Don’t Miss Out on 1688.com’s Year-End Sale!

From 2024 December 18th to 20th, 1688.com is hosting its final major promotional event of the year, known as the “拿货节” (Goods Acquisition Festival).

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to stock up on products at unbeatable prices before the Chinese New Year holiday!
Here’s what you need to know:

1. Lower Prices: Most sellers will offer prices lower than usual, along with various promotions and coupons to maximize your savings.

2. Discounts on Orders: Many sellers will participate in the official 1688 promotion, providing a discount of 20 RMB for every 200 RMB spent.

3. Surprise Coupons: The platform will randomly distribute surprise category coupons worth 50-6 RMB. You can find these on the homepage, search results page, and event venue, applicable only to core categories.

4. Cashback Opportunities: During the event, if your total purchase amount reaches 1000 RMB, you’ll have a chance to receive a 60 RMB Red Packet. Spend 2000 RMB or more, and you could get a total of 120 RMB in Red Packets!

Pro Tip: If you’re planning to make purchases on 1688, I highly recommend taking advantage of this sale! With the Chinese New Year approaching, many factories will close for the holiday, so now is the perfect time to stock up.