Many think they're buying direct from China when they order on Alibaba. In reality, they're often buying from a middleman who sourced from a market like Dongwang. Here's the gap:
• Alibaba sellers list products they don't own — Dongwang merchants own their inventory.
• Online platforms add layers — direct sourcing removes them.
• You pay for convenience — but lose access to real-time market pricing and product variety.
Dongwang Market in Guangzhou has 500+ merchants selling everything from dried seafood to spices, nuts, and premium snacks. Most overseas buyers never step foot here.
I'm Kelvin. I help you skip the middleman and connect directly with the source.
Have you ever compared prices between an Alibaba listing and the actual wholesale market?