How to Buy Chinese Products Not Sold on Mercari via Proxy Buying [2026 Edition]

"It doesn't show up on Mercari" or "It's all second-hand, no new items" — Mercari is a flea-market app centered on second-hand and individual listings. New and China-exclusive products can be obtained through proxy buying and forwarding.

1. Why certain Chinese products cannot be bought on Mercari

Mercari is a flea-market app where individuals and businesses in Japan list items. That is why Chinese products can be unavailable for 4 reasons.

① Centered on flea-market listings

Mercari is mostly second-hand and individual listings. Products sold only on Chinese EC are rarely listed at all.

② No overseas shipping

Mercari assumes domestic transactions and does not ship overseas. Even when an item is listed, you cannot buy it from abroad.

③ New or standard items are rarely listed

Because it's a flea market, new standard items and bulk stock are rarely listed.

④ Not suited to bulk or business purchases

With mostly individual sellers, there are almost no listings that support bulk business purchasing.

Mercari listing page

Second-hand & individual listings

×No overseas shipping
×New or China-exclusive items are not listed
×Cannot buy in bulk or large quantities

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allallbuy proxy buying

We buy from Chinese EC sites for you

✓Buy from Chinese EC (Taobao, 1688, etc.)
✓International shipping at cost — transparent, with a detailed breakdown
✓Inspect, repack and ship to Japan

2. Products you can't buy (by category)

Here are the categories that customers ask us about most when they can't find items on Mercari.

Category	Examples	Why can't I buy it on Mercari?
Fan merch & anime goods	China-exclusive figures, live goods	New items are rarely listed
Phone & PC accessories	Cases and cables sold directly by Chinese makers	No listings with bulk stock
Cosmetics & beauty devices	Chinese-brand serums and beauty devices	Not sold in Japan, so no listings
Food, tea & seasonings	Local-only snacks, tea leaves and seasonings	No listings at all
Business & bulk purchases	Fixtures, packing materials, bulk PB products	Individual sellers do not have enough stock

3. 5 steps to buy via proxy buying & forwarding

Here's how to get products you can't buy on Mercari, in 5 steps that beginners can follow.

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Find the product／We find items not on Mercari at Chinese EC sites

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Request a quote／Just send the product URL or name and we'll quote

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Receive at our warehouse／We consolidate and store multiple orders at our China warehouse

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Inspection & repacking／We check for damage or defects and repack for safe transport

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Ship to Japan／We ship internationally to your home; you can track arrival with the tracking number

4. Estimated costs

Proxy buying costs mainly consist of 4 items. Getting a quote in advance prevents unexpected expenses.

Item	Estimate	Notes
Product price	Price shown on the Chinese EC site	Priced in CNY; varies with the exchange rate
Buying & service fee	A few percent of the product price	Varies by service
International shipping	At cost	Air or sea freight available
Inspection & packing fee	Optional	Reduces the risk of damage

Tip: Ship multiple items together to lower the shipping cost per item. allallbuy also offers 30 days of free storage.

5. Cautions and risk avoidance

Buying this way differs from shopping on Mercari, so here's what to watch for.

Condition varies on second-hand items

Since flea-market listings are mostly second-hand, condition varies even for the same product.

Tip: if you want a new item, we buy it new from Chinese EC — that's the reliable way.

Sizes & standards may differ from Japan

Some items have Chinese voltage, plugs and sizing.

Tip: check the specs before buying and ask us whether you need a plug adapter.

Fake-brand risk

Fake-brand problems with popular brands are not uncommon on Mercari, and the same applies to Chinese EC.

Tip: ask us to buy from official stores or authorized agents.

Shipping can cost more than the item itself

Light but bulky items often have disproportionately high shipping.

Tip: consolidate multiple items into one shipment to lower the cost per item.

6. allallbuy support

allallbuy provides one-stop support for people who want to get Chinese products that cannot be bought on Mercari.

Proxy buying & forwarding

¥0/month

We buy the items you want from Chinese EC sites, starting from a single item. Orders from multiple stores can be shipped together.

Best for: Those who want new items not on Mercari at China-local prices

Inspection & repacking option

Peace of mind

We check the item condition and repack for safe shipping before dispatch. It also helps catch defective items early.

Best for: Those buying fragile or high-value items, or first-timers unsure about proxy buying

Japanese-language support

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From product research to shipping, you can consult with us in Japanese. Quotes are free.

Best for: Those who want to buy without knowing Chinese and want to ask first

7. FAQ

Yes. If the item is sold on a Chinese EC site, we can buy it for you. New or China-exclusive items that never appear on Mercari are often available on Chinese EC. Just send us the product URL.

Mercari is mostly second-hand, so comparing new-item prices is hard. Buying at the China-local price plus shipping is cost-advantageous if you want a new item.

Depending on the shipping method: about 3–6 days by air, 1–4 weeks by economy or sea freight. Express shipping is available for urgent orders.

It depends on the item. Please ask us in advance. We can provide protective packing and inspection services.

Yes. We can ship multiple items together, lowering the shipping cost per item. We also offer 30 days of free storage.

8. Summary

Chinese products you can't buy on Mercari can be obtained through proxy buying and forwarding. Three key points:

Second-hand individual listings and no overseas shipping are the main blockers
Just send the product URL and the buying is done
Inspection and consolidated shipping reduce cost and risk

If you're wondering "It doesn't show up on Mercari, but can I still buy it?", contact us free of charge. We reply in Japanese.

Not on Mercari? We can get it.

Simple quotes — just send the product URL. Japanese-language support, ¥0/month.

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