1688.com (Alibaba's domestic marketplace) offers significantly lower prices than international retailers for sportswear like Nike Pro Compression shirts, leggings, or sports bras. Bulk discounts and direct manufacturer access make it ideal for resellers or team purchases. However, obstacles include:

• No international shipping
• Chinese-language interface
• Minimum order quantities (MOQs)
• Payment methods like Alipay only

Step-by-Step Process via Mulebuy

1. Research Products

Find Nike Pro Combat listings on 1688, verifying seller credentials, product reviews, and MOQs. For verified suppliers, reference this crowdsourced spreadsheet: 1688 Supplier Database

2. Submit Your Order Details

Mulebuy’s platform (at mulebuy.com) requires:

• 1688 product link(s)
• Size/color/quantity specs
• Destination country

Their system calculates TOTAL costs including product fees, domestic Chinese shipping to their warehouse, international freight, and service charges (typically 5-10%).

3. Quality Control Processing

Upon receiving items at their Guangdong warehouse, Mulebuy’s agents will:

• Inspect for defects/authenticity (quality checks sometimes include photos/videos)
• Repackage for international shipping
• Handle customs paperwork/brokerage

4. Shipping Options

Choose between express (DHL/UPS) for 3-7 days delivery

Key Advantages Over DIY Purchasing