Top 30 China Wholesale Websites List // Product Sourcing Beyond Alibaba
And How Cosmo Sourcing Helps You Use Them Safely
If you're importing from China, chances are you started on Alibaba. It's massive, relatively user-friendly in English, and feels like the obvious place to find factories and traders.
But Alibaba is only one corner of China's wholesale ecosystem.
Beyond it lie domestic-market platforms with sharper pricing, trade-fair-backed marketplaces with stronger verification, and niche sites that specialize in specific product categories. When used strategically, these platforms can help you cut costs, discover better suppliers, or move faster than your competitors.
In this guide, we'll walk through 30 China wholesale websites that go beyond Alibaba—and show you where Cosmo Sourcing fits in as your partner to navigate them safely and strategically.
Why Look Beyond Alibaba?
1. Domestic platforms often have lower prices
Platforms like 1688.com are designed primarily for Chinese buyers, not overseas importers. As Alibaba Group's leading domestic wholesale marketplace—often called the "product source for Chinese e-commerce"—1688 targets local retailers and brand owners. That means you frequently see lower "domestic" prices than on export-focused sites.
With the right partner helping you communicate in Chinese, verify suppliers, and handle payments, you can often buy closer to true factory-gate pricing.
2. Some platforms specialize in particular niches
Certain sites are built around specific categories:
• Electronics and gadgets
• Apparel and textiles
• Jewelry components and craft supplies
• Small consumer goods from China's major wholesale markets
For example, Global Sources is tightly connected to physical trade fairs in Hong Kong and features many OEM/ODM electronics and consumer-goods suppliers. Meanwhile, PandaHall and PandaWhole focus almost entirely on beads, findings, and jewelry-making supplies, serving both wholesale and smaller-batch buyers. Choosing the right platform for your category can save you months of trial and error.
3. More flexibility on MOQs and order models
Alibaba is primarily B2B, but some platforms occupy a hybrid space. Sites like AliExpress and DHgate work well for very low MOQs and test orders. Others—such as Global Sources, Made-in-China, 1688, or Yiwu-focused platforms—are more traditional B2B and wholesale.
When you use these together strategically, you can test SKUs in tiny quantities, then transition to true wholesale factories once you know what sells.
4. The verification and QC picture differ on each platform
Some marketplaces emphasize audits and third-party verifications. Made-in-China.com, for instance, promotes its "Audited Supplier" program, in which suppliers are verified by inspection companies such as SGS, Bureau Veritas, and TÜV Rheinland, with audit reports available online.
Other platforms rely more on ratings, transaction history, or offline credentials, such as participation in major trade shows. You need to understand how each ecosystem works before you trust those badges.
5. Why work with Cosmo Sourcing on these platforms?
This is where Cosmo Sourcing comes in:
• We help you choose the right platforms and suppliers for your product and volume.
• We vet the actual factories behind the listings—not just the storefronts.
• We coordinate samples, negotiations, third-party inspections, and factory visits when needed.
• We can help you compare China vs. Vietnam or other "China+1" options for long-term diversification.
How to Choose the Right China Wholesale Platform
Before diving into the list, think in terms of fit:
1. Category fit – Is the platform strong in your product category?
2. MOQ fit – Are you buying 10 units, 500 units, or 5,000+ per order?
3. Compliance and documentation – Does your product need testing, certifications, or special labeling?
4. Language and support – Is the interface (and seller communication) viable without assistance?
5. Logistics and timelines – Can you coordinate freight, consolidation, and export packaging?
If you're unsure, don't guess. A significant part of our work at Cosmo Sourcing involves helping brands and importers design a sourcing strategy, then plugging in the appropriate platforms and factories.
Top 30 China Wholesale Websites (Beyond Alibaba)
Below are 30 platforms to consider. Some are massive marketplaces, others are niche or service-driven. You don't need all of them—treat this as a menu to pick from based on your category and stage.
1. Cosmo Sourcing
More than a marketplace, Cosmo Sourcing is a full-service sourcing partner. We combine supplier search, private-label support, quality control, and fulfillment into one streamlined process. Unlike DIY marketplace sourcing, we handle the complexity so you can focus on growing your business.
Best for: Brands and importers who want expert guidance navigating China's wholesale ecosystem—without becoming platform experts themselves.
2. 1688.com
Alibaba Group's Chinese-language wholesale marketplace is aimed at domestic buyers. Widely recognized as China's leading domestic B2B wholesale platform, 1688 often offers lower prices than Alibaba for similar items—but it requires Chinese language proficiency and domestic payment methods.
Best for: Price-sensitive buyers who work with a sourcing partner like Cosmo Sourcing to bridge the language, payment, and logistics gap.
3. Global Sources
A Hong Kong–based B2B platform closely tied to the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows—large trade fairs held at AsiaWorld-Expo in April and October each year.
Best for: Electronics, mobile accessories, home & gift, and fashion brands that value suppliers with trade-fair presence and OEM/ODM capabilities.
4. Made-in-China.com
A long-running B2B marketplace focusing on export-ready suppliers, with a heavy emphasis on supplier verification. Their "Audited Supplier" badge indicates on-site inspections by major third-party testing companies, and buyers can access audit reports directly online.
Best for: Industrial products, machinery, and any project where documentation and supplier verification matter.
5. AliExpress
Alibaba's B2C/B2B hybrid is excellent for:
• Micro-orders and test orders
• Quick validation of product ideas
• Small e-commerce brands still in pre-wholesale stages
Once you identify winning SKUs, Cosmo Sourcing can help you move beyond retail-price AliExpress into direct factory relationships.
6. DHgate
Another large marketplace blending B2C and low-MOQ B2B. It's common in dropshipping and small online stores. Quality, IP compliance, and consistency can be hit-or-miss, so stricter vetting and testing are essential.
Best for: Early-stage sellers testing SKUs—but plan to graduate to better-controlled suppliers.
7. Temu (for test-order benchmarking)
Temu is a consumer-facing platform known for ultra-aggressive pricing. While it's not a conventional wholesale marketplace, it's useful for price benchmarking and understanding what end consumers see. Test product concepts and pricing here, then have Cosmo Sourcing help you build a proper wholesale supply chain behind the winners.
8. Geshow
A smaller wholesale platform focusing on fashion, beauty, and trend-driven SKUs. Generally, more relevant for boutique and fast-fashion-style assortments.
Best for: Boutique apparel and accessories brands looking beyond generic Alibaba designs.
9. HKTDC Marketplace
The online B2B portal from the Hong Kong Trade Development Council is tightly linked to major Hong Kong trade fairs covering electronics, gifts, home, fashion, and more. Supplier lists overlap with real-world exhibitors, which serves as a good proxy for identifying more serious exporters.
10. LightInTheBox (Wholesale Section)
Originally a B2C site, LightInTheBox offers wholesale pricing for categories including:
• Apparel
• Consumer electronics
• Home & garden
It's more of a finished-product supplier than a custom/OEM solution, but it's useful for retailers and online sellers needing ready-made assortments.
11. Yiwu Go / Yiwu Market Online
Yiwu in Zhejiang province hosts one of the world's largest wholesale markets for small commodities. Online portals like Yiwu Go mirror parts of this market and connect you with suppliers of:
• Gifts and premiums
• Stationery
• Home décor
• Small hardware and tools
If you're sourcing low-ticket consumer goods and accessories, Yiwu-linked platforms are essential.
12. Yiwugo.com
Yiwugo is the official online B2B platform for Yiwu China Commodity Market—often described as the world's largest wholesale market for small commodities, with tens of thousands of booths and suppliers.
Best for: High-variety, low-cost product ranges across toys, gifts, jewelry, hardware, and general merchandise.
13. JD.com / JD Worldwide
JD is one of China's largest e-commerce giants, with exceptionally strong logistics. The JD Worldwide cross-border program enables overseas buyers to access Chinese brands and products, often with integrated warehousing and fast fulfillment.
Best for: Branded goods and situations where delivery speed and reliability are top-tier priorities.
14. Taobao (via buying agents)
Taobao is a massive domestic consumer marketplace under Alibaba. It's not built for international B2B, but:
• Prices can be very low
• The variety is enormous
When you work through a Taobao buying agent—or via Cosmo Sourcing—you can sometimes convert promising Taobao listings into factory-level, consolidated export orders.
15. Banggood
Banggood is popular with dropshippers and online sellers of electronics, gadgets, toys, and home goods. It offers both small orders and wholesale tiers.
Best for: Trend-driven, mid- to low-price consumer products where speed of testing matters more than deep customization.
16. DealExtreme (DX.com)
DealExtreme was one of the early electronics wholesalers and still focuses heavily on:
• Phone accessories
• Small gadgets
• Flashlights and outdoor gear
Useful if your catalog is electronics-heavy and you want to compare prices against other suppliers.
17. TomTop
A broad-range Chinese wholesaler with strengths in:
• Electronics and gadgets
• Outdoor and sports products
• Budget home accessories
Similar in feel to Banggood, and often used by smaller online retailers.
18. Chinabrands
Historically a dropship-friendly platform with overseas warehouses, Chinabrands has been folded into a broader ecosystem but remains worth knowing as an example of wholesale plus logistics under one roof.
19. Yaaku
A fashion-focused platform leaning toward apparel and accessories. It's an option for brands wanting ready-to-label clothing rather than fully custom patterns.
20. "Guanxi" Offline Markets (via sourcing agents)
Not a website—but an important real-world channel. Markets in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Yiwu, and other hubs remain where many serious importers and agents find suppliers without a strong online presence. Once you identify these factories, you can manage ongoing communication via WeChat and email, with support from a sourcing company like Cosmo Sourcing.
21. Kole Imports (US-based, China-sourced)
Kole Imports is a US wholesaler with deep roots in China sourcing. You're buying from US inventory, not direct from China, but it's useful when you want:
• Closeouts and overstock
• Ready-to-ship mixed pallets
• Simpler import logistics
You'll pay more per unit than factory-direct China, but gain speed and simplicity.
22. Yiwubuy.com
Another B2B portal tied to the Yiwu commodity ecosystem, offering a huge range of:
• Toys
• Hardware
• Home décor
• General merchandise
Especially relevant when you're building a large SKU catalog with modest per-item volume.
23. Banggood Wholesale
Banggood's dedicated wholesale program features tiered pricing and account management for larger orders. Useful when you're transitioning from small test orders into consistent buying.
24. Chinavasion
A Shenzhen-based electronics wholesaler and dropshipper focusing on:
• Mobile phones and accessories
• Smart home devices
• Car electronics
It integrates with multiple e-commerce platforms and is attractive for tech-focused dropship catalogs.
25. HKTDC Exhibitions Online Catalogs
Beyond the HKTDC product marketplace, many Hong Kong trade fairs publish exhibitor catalogs online. Use these to find serious exporters, then follow up directly—or have Cosmo Sourcing vet and approach them on your behalf.
26. NextSmartShip (wholesale + logistics focus)
More of a logistics-first partner, NextSmartShip combines:
• FBA-style fulfillment
• Global warehousing
• A wholesale sourcing component
Worth considering if your main bottleneck is logistics rather than supplier discovery.
27. CJdropshipping
CJdropshipping is an all-in-one solution combining product sourcing (often from 1688/Taobao), warehousing, and global order fulfillment. They operate multiple warehouses worldwide and integrate with major e-commerce platforms.
Best for: Brands and dropshippers moving from pure AliExpress-style sourcing into a more controlled, semi-wholesale model with integrated logistics.
28. Sunsky Online
Sunsky Online is a Shenzhen-based B2B/B2C platform specializing in electronic products—mobile phone accessories, computer peripherals, camera gear, and home/outdoor gadgets—at wholesale prices, with both wholesale and dropship programs.
Best for: Electronics catalogs where you want a broad assortment and decent logistics without having to build every relationship from scratch.
29. PandaHall / PandaWhole
PandaHall (and its sister site PandaWhole) are specialized wholesale platforms for beads, jewelry findings, and craft supplies. They offer hundreds of thousands of SKUs targeted at jewelry makers, craft brands, Etsy sellers, and DIY communities.
Best for: Brands selling jewelry, craft kits, or DIY accessories.
30. YiwuMarketChina / Similar Yiwu Sourcing Portals
Sites like YiwuMarketChina act as sourcing partners anchored in Yiwu, combining:
• Market navigation and translation
• Supplier search
• Consolidation and export services
This is conceptually similar to what Cosmo Sourcing does—blending offline market knowledge with online tools to help importers who can't be on the ground themselves.
How to Use These Platforms Safely
No matter which site you start from, the fundamentals of safe sourcing remain the same.
1. Don't rely on badges or ratings alone
"Verified," "Audited," and star ratings are useful signals, but they don't constitute a complete risk assessment. Even on platforms with strong verification programs, you still need to:
• Check business licenses
• Review audit reports carefully
• Verify that the actual factory matches the product type and capacity you need
2. Always sample—and sample with a plan
Before committing to production:
• Order pre-production samples with your logo, packaging, and specifications
• Create a simple checklist: materials, dimensions, color, stitching, surface finish, packaging, labeling, etc.
• Develop a consistent method to compare samples from different suppliers
Cosmo Sourcing often coordinates sample rounds across multiple factories, so you can see side-by-side comparisons before making your choice.
3. Negotiate more than just price
Unit price matters, but so do:
• Lead times and capacity
• Packaging and labeling options
• Payment terms and deposit structure
• After-sales support and defect handling
• Potential for exclusivity in your market
On many of these platforms, what's listed is just a starting point. Serious negotiation happens off-platform—via email, WeChat, or in person.
4. Plan logistics early
Before sending a purchase order, make sure you know:
• Incoterms (FOB, EXW, CIF, DDP, etc.)
• Who is handling export customs clearance
• How cartons and pallets are configured
• Whether goods will be consolidated with other shipments
• How long will it actually take to move from the factory to your warehouse
Cosmo Sourcing coordinates with freight forwarders and logistics partners to ensure these pieces are aligned from day one.
5. Consider "China+1" from the beginning
Even if your first production run is in China, it's smart to think about:
• Which products might later move to Vietnam or other countries
• How tariffs, trade policy, and lead times might change
• Whether your IP and tooling are tied to one factory or more portable
Cosmo Sourcing works in both China and Vietnam, so we can help you benchmark factories and build a multi-country sourcing strategy—not just a single-factory arrangement.
How Cosmo Sourcing Fits Into Your Multi-Platform Strategy
You don't need to become an expert in all 30 platforms. That's our job.
Here's how Cosmo Sourcing typically works with clients who want to go beyond Alibaba:
• We start with your product idea, target prices, and volumes.
• We pick the right mix of platforms—maybe 1688 plus Global Sources for one product, Yiwu-based portals for another.
• We identify and vet real factories behind promising listings.
• We manage samples, negotiations, and spec alignment so you don't get lost in translation.
• We coordinate third-party QC inspections, follow-up sample revisions, and ongoing supplier communication.
• When you're ready, we help you expand to Vietnam and other regions to reduce risk and strengthen your long-term position.
Ready to Go Beyond Alibaba?
Alibaba is a powerful tool, but it shouldn't be your entire China sourcing strategy. Domestic platforms like 1688, trade-fair-backed marketplaces like Global Sources and HKTDC, and niche sites like PandaHall, Yiwugo, CJdropshipping, and Sunsky open up a wider world of pricing, product options, and supplier types, if you know how to use them.
If you'd like a partner who lives and breathes this ecosystem:
• Send us your product idea and target market.
• Tell us your approximate budget and volume.
• We'll outline a sourcing strategy that uses the right platforms and factories—not just the most famous ones.
Reach us at info@cosmosourcing.com or via our contact form:
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