For international shoppers looking to purchase authentic Burberry apparel at competitive prices, China's 1688 wholesale platform paired with the Acbuy purchasing agent offers a convenient solution. Unlike direct sellers, Acbuy specializes in reverse purchasing - helping overseas customers securely buy from domestic Chinese marketplaces like 1688 where international shipping isn't typically available.

This guide walks through every step of using Acbuy to purchase Burberry items from 1688 while avoiding common pitfalls. Additionally, we'll reference this detailed spreadsheet

Why Burberry on 1688 Through Acbuy?

1688.com (Alibaba's B2B platform) hosts hundreds of authorized Burberry resellers offering products at 30-50% below retail prices. However:

  • No international shipping:
  • Language barrier:
  • Quality verification:
This is where Acbuy excels - their English-speaking agents handle negotiation, quality inspection (including authenticity cards and serial number verification), consolidation, and express shipping to your country.

Step 1: Identify Reliable Burberry Sellers

Cross-reference between:

  1. The Burberry comparison spreadsheet
  2. Acbuy's recommended seller list (available upon account registration)
  3. 1688 storefronts with "gold supplier" badges and +98% positive feedback
Pro Tip: Focus on sellers specializing in British-made Burberry

Step 2: Submit Purchasing Request via Acbuy

Once you've selected items (e.g., a classic Burberry trench coat):

  • Log in to your Acbuy dashboard and paste the 1688 product URL
  • Specify size/color preferences and any special instructions ("Check lining stitch pattern")
  • Acbuy agents will confirm stock availability and provide a total quote including:
    - Product cost (converted to your currency)
    - Domestic Chinese shipping to Acbuy's warehouse
    - International shipping fee
    - Verification service charge (≈$5-15 per item)
Acbuy's system automatically calculates estimated customs duties for transparent budgeting.

Step 3: Quality Assurance Process

Upon receiving your Burberry item(s) at their Guangdong warehouse within 218- days:

  1. Acbuy's authentication team checks:
    - Material tags and holograms
    - Correct Nova check pattern alignment
    - Stitching consistency with luxury manufacturing standards
  2. They send you inspection photos/videos for approval
  3. False items are immediately returned per their 100% authenticity guarantee
Shipping commences only after your confirmation, typically via DHL Express (5-8 days worldwide).

Cost Breakdown Example

Item: Burberry Sandringham Trench Coat
1688 Price: ¥3,200 ($442) vs. Retail $1,690
Acbuy Service Charges:
- Verification: $12 - International Shipping: $45 (to USA)
Total via Acbuy: $507 (You save 70%)
Note: Some color variations may incur slightly higher costs.

By combining 1688's bulk pricing with Acbuy's logistics expertise and third-party quality resources, international buyers gain access to authentic Burberry collections otherwise unavailable outside China. This sourcing model has grown particularly popular for seasonal accessories like scarves and shoes now showing 118% YoY demand increase according to Acbuy's 2024 global report.

Alternatives: For those prioritizing faster delivery over maximum savings, Acbuy also provides concierge purchasing from Tmall Global's official Burberry store at 25-35% discounts compared to Western retailers.