We show you the 1688 order payment. We use Bank of China exchange rates. We itemize every fee. This is what transparent pricing looks like.
Most agents hide costs in exchange rate spreads, vague "service fees," and surprise charges after you've committed.
We don't.You see the 1688 order payment screenshot - no markup
We use Bank of China's CNY buying rate - verify it yourself
Every fee is itemized - no "miscellaneous" line items
We quote before you pay - no surprises after shipping
This page explains exactly what you pay for, why you pay for it, and how to calculate your true costs.
What it isThe actual price PT5 pays the supplier on 1688.
What you payExactly what the supplier charges: zero markup.
How we verifyWe show you the 1688 order payment screenshot.
Product A unit price: CNY 25.00
Quantity: 100 units
Product Cost: CNY 2,500.00
Currency conversion is locked at order confirmation using Bank of China CNY buying rate on the day of foreign exchange receipt.
What it isPT5's fee for sourcing, supplier verification, and order management.
How it is calculatedPercentage of product cost only.
one-time $200 fee
standard account
Non-Member: $1,000 x 6% = $60 sourcing fee
Membership saves money when annual product cost exceeds $20,000.
What it isOptional insurance coverage for your orders against loss or damage.
CostPercentage of product cost based on product type, charged only if you choose it.
Example: $1,000 electronics order x 3% = $30 insurance fee
What it isPhysical inspection at the factory before products ship to PT5.
Cost$180 per man-day.
Coverage areaPrimarily the eastern coastal region of China.
Most inspections are completed in 1 man-day.
Factory inspection is different from PT5 warehouse visual QC.
What it isStorage of your products in our Shenzhen warehouse.
After 90 days: $10 per CBM per month
After 30 days: $10 per CBM per month
2.5 CBM after free period -> rounded to 3 CBM x $10 x 1 month = $30
What it isMaterials and labor to pack orders securely.
Standard rate$0.60 per parcel.
50 parcels x $0.60 = $30.00 total packaging cost
What it isTwo-part domestic shipping within China.
CoverageBoth legs are included in your all-included quote.
What it isCost to deliver from China forwarder to your customer.
How it is calculatedBased on destination, weight, method, and carrier rates.
Yun Express/Yanwen divisor: 8,000
DHL/UPS/FedEx divisor: 5,000
China domestic taxesIncluded in product cost. Supplier handles VAT.
Destination dutiesUsually your customer's responsibility unless a DDP route is selected.
What it isFees for payment processing.
Standard fee1% of payment amount for Wise, bank transfer, crypto, and standard methods.
PayPal non-personal payment: $1,000 x 6% = $60
Why carriers use volumetric weight: A box of feathers weighs little but takes up space. A carrier's truck has limited volume, so they charge by space, not just weight. Rule: You pay for whichever is HIGHER.
Measured weight of the parcel. How PT5 calculates actual weight:
Calculated based on parcel dimensions. How PT5 calculates volumetric weight:
Product: Phone case
Product weight: 100g | Packaging: 20g (under 200g rule) | Actual weight: 120g
Parcel dimensions: 20cm x 15cm x 5cm | Add 1cm each: 21cm x 16cm x 6cm
Volumetric weight = (21 x 16 x 6) / 8,000 = 0.252kg = 252g
Chargeable weight: 252g (volumetric is higher)
Illustrative example. Actual prices vary based on real-time supplier pricing and carrier conditions.
These examples are for illustration only. Actual costs depend on:
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We calculate everything - product cost, sourcing fee, inspection, storage, packaging, shipping, and any applicable taxes. One number. Itemized. No surprises.
Every invoice is itemized - you see exactly what you are paying for
1688 order payment visible - screenshot provided for every order
Bank of China exchange rate - verifiable daily rate
No surprise fees - we quote upfront; if costs change, we tell you first
No minimum orders - 1 piece or 10,000, same transparent service
No long-term contracts - month-to-month, cancel anytime
Member fee 5% vs Non-member 6% - clear tier structure
Factory inspection $180/day - quoted upfront when needed
No markup on shipping - you pay what the carrier charges us
No hidden exchange rate spread - Bank of China rate, always
Because dropshipping costs depend on supplier pricing, exchange rates, carrier rates, dimensions, destination, and route. We would rather give an accurate quote than a misleading automated estimate.
Our sourcing fee covers our work: 5% for members and 6% for non-members. We do not markup products, exchange rates, or shipping costs.
We inform you immediately. No orders are placed without your approval.
PayPal, Wise, bank transfer, and crypto. PayPal Goods and Services adds a PayPal fee for Buyer Protection.
A prorated refund is available if you cancel within the first 30 days.
No. Factory inspection is optional. Routine warehouse visual QC is included in your sourcing fee.
Insurance is optional. Rates vary by product type, declared value, and route. We recommend it for high-value or sensitive products.
No. What you see is what you pay. If an unexpected cost arises, we inform you before proceeding.
No. Order as much or as little as you want.
Yes, on shipping and packaging for larger orders. Ask us for a custom quote.
Yes. We use Bank of China CNY buying rate. You can verify the rate on www.boc.cn.
Standard requests usually receive a response within hours. Complex or custom requests may take up to 24 hours.
We use FIFO: first in, first out. Each batch has its own free storage period from its arrival date.
No hidden fees. Real numbers from real people. Tell us what you need and we will show you exactly what it costs within 24 hours directly from our primary operations hub.
[Warehouse Address], Shenzhen, Guangdong, China