Quick comparison
| Retail | Wholesale | Import | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer | Walk-in shoppers | Other shops | Inbound freight, then distribution |
| First order | Samples, a few cartons | Regional fill-in | Larger volume |
Guides: retail, wholesale, import.
Frequently asked questions
If the website says wholesale, is it a wholesaler?
Not always. Many retailers also post a trade price. Check warehouse language, minimums and whether they supply other shops.
Related guides
- How to find overseas buyers：Public phone numbers and websites of local retail shops.
- Find overseas wholesalers：Regional distributors with public phones and websites.
- Find overseas importers：B2B importers for larger orders and longer terms.
- Find overseas retail stores：Independent pet, home, nail and coffee shops.
- Acquire customers across borders：How to cooperate with exhibitions, maps, social media and the sea bridge.
- How to contact overseas buyers：Phone first, website form second, samples after a reply.
- How to find customers for cross-border e-commerce：Customer acquisition paths for independent websites and cross-border sellers.
- Find overseas buyers by city：Deciding on a city first and then searching is more effective than nationwide overseas investment.