{"id":10004,"date":"2026-05-14T16:14:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T08:14:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qicaiying.cn\/?p=10004"},"modified":"2026-05-14T16:14:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T08:14:02","slug":"%e5%b7%a5%e5%8e%82%e5%8d%96%e5%ae%b6%e7%be%8e%e5%ae%a2%e5%a4%9a%e5%85%a5%e9%a9%bb%e5%85%a8%e6%b5%81%e7%a8%8b%e8%a7%a3%e6%9e%90%e4%bb%8e%e8%b5%84%e8%b4%a8%e5%87%86%e5%a4%87%e5%88%b0%e9%a6%96%e5%8d%95","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qicaiying.cn\/en\/archives\/10004","title":{"rendered":"Factory sellers Mercado stationed in the whole process analysis from the qualification preparation to the first single out of stock, less detours"},"content":{"rendered":"
Source factory exclusive guide\uff5c6 steps to complete the process - 3 modes of comparison to choose - Material list + avoid pit guide - First shipment of practical points to help you quickly open a store through the audit at once!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Merkur 2026 cross-border business year-on-year growth of 68%, Brazil, Mexico, the two sites of the Chinese factory sellers continue to explode in demand. But many factory sellers are stuck in the \u201ddon't know how to get started\u201d - theWhat materials should I prepare? Which model to choose? How long does the audit take? How to arrange the first shipment?<\/strong>This article follows the timeline of the actual move-in, from step 1 to step 6, taking you by the hand through the entire process and avoiding the 90% pitfalls in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Choose the right model first, then prepare the materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Many factory sellers come up to prepare materials, fill out the form, the results were audited by the staff told \u201dnot enough water\u201d or \u201dthis mode is not suitable for you\u201d. The first step is to find out which mode is suitable for you, the qualification and water requirements of different modes vary greatly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Average annual \u2265 $300,000 (Source factories can be relaxed)<\/td>
Average annual \u2265 $300,000<\/td>
No mandatory requirements<\/td><\/tr>
commissions<\/strong><\/td>
0% commission<\/td>
Up to 50% off base commission<\/td>
16%-17.5% (first month free)<\/td><\/tr>
payback period<\/strong><\/td>
7 days after delivery<\/td>
Approximately 14 days after delivery<\/td>
Approximately 14-20 days after delivery<\/td><\/tr>
audit cycle<\/strong><\/td>
15-30 days<\/td>
15-30 days<\/td>
7-10 days<\/td><\/tr>
Suitable for factory sellers<\/strong><\/td>
Preferred No operational team<\/td>
Recommended With operations team<\/td>
Water testing\/selection testing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
How to choose? Look at three conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Select Full Hosting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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No operational team specializing in cross-border e-commerce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Stable production line and fast replenishment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Want to save your mind, don't want to bother with Listings and ads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Hoping for 0 fees and fast turnaround<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u2705 Select Semi-Custodial<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Have a 1-2 person dedicated e-commerce operations team<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Wants to control pricing and profits himself<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Experience with Amazon\/Shopee operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Desire to balance autonomy and logistical convenience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udca1 Optimal Path for Factory Sellers<\/strong>If no cross-border experience at all: choose firstfully managed<\/strong>Run through the Latin American market \u2192 Accumulate 3-6 months of data before considering upgradessemi-trusteeship<\/strong>Take back the right to operate. Don't get greedy right off the bat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Prepare business qualifications and move-in materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
After the model is determined, prepare item by item against the list below. Incomplete materials or inconsistent information are the most common reasons for rejection, and it is recommended that they be prepared at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Required materials (common to all modes)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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business license<\/strong>Three certificates in mainland China (including unified social credit code), registered for 6 months, business scope including trade\/sales\/e-commerce categories<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Legal Person ID<\/strong>: High-definition color scans of the front and back, consistent with the license information<\/li>\n\n\n\n
International mailbox<\/strong>: Gmail \/ Outlook \/ AliCloud Enterprise Mailbox (QQ, 163, 126 disabled)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
China cell phone number<\/strong>: Cell phone of the legal person or person in charge of operations, keep it open<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Receiving account<\/strong>Payoneer \/ WorldFirst \/ LinkPay \/ PingPong, or a corporate account in US Dollars (the account name must be the same as the company name on the business license).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
R label registration certificate or TM label acceptance notice<\/td><\/tr>
authorized brand<\/td>
Complete chain-of-authority documentation up to level 3<\/td><\/tr>
Apply for full\/half hosting<\/td>
Screenshots of e-commerce flow in the last 12 months (Amazon\/Shopee\/QuickShop, etc.), averaging $300,000 or more annually<\/td><\/tr>
Food\/Beauty\/3C<\/td>
Relevant production licenses or quality certificates<\/td><\/tr>
Source factory (no e-commerce flow)<\/td>
Factory photos, production workshop video, annual production capacity, OEM\/ODM cooperation brand list.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\u26a0\ufe0f What if the source factory has no e-commerce flow?<\/strong>2026 Mercado opens to source factoriesFlow-through exemption channel<\/strong>. If you are an actual manufacturing business (not a trading company), you can submit the following instead of proof of running water:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Business license with the words \u201dproduction\/manufacturing\u201d in the scope of business<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Factory photos (2-3 each of workshop, warehouse, production line)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Proof of production capacity or list of OEM cooperation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Submit with the notation \u201dSource plant application for flow-through waiver\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Submit an application for admission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once the materials are ready, proceed to the formal application. There are two channels for submission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Application Channels<\/th>
clarification<\/th>
recommendation level<\/th><\/tr>
Official Merchants Website<\/strong><\/td>
Visit the official Mercado Global Store website for self-submission<\/td>
common (use)<\/td><\/tr>
Green Channel \/ Merchandising Manager<\/strong><\/td>
Submission through the exclusive link of the partner service provider or Merchandising Manager<\/td>
Preferred by factory sellers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Points of operation for submitting an application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Use an international email address (Gmail\/Outlook) when registering for an account, set a strong password and enable two-step verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n
When filling out the company information, all fields must match the business licenseidentical<\/strong>(word for word)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Upload Material SelectionHigh-definition color scans<\/strong>Do not take photos (cell phone photos are often blurry\/shadowed\/with skewed edges)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
If there is an investment manager docking, in the notes column write \u201dsource factory application\u201d can trigger the green channel<\/li>\n\n\n\n
After submissionFocus on registered email and cell phone<\/strong>The reviewer may contact you within 1-3 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udccc Common mistakes in filling out the form (directly leading to rejection)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The name of the company is over- or under-written with \u201dLtd.\u201d \u2192 It must be exactly the same as the license.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Corporate name in traditional Chinese\/English \u2192 Must be the same as the ID card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Unified Social Credit Code (UCC): one wrong digit \u2192 check three times before submitting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Cell phone number is down\/empty \u2192 Audit return visit can not be contacted, automatically rejected<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Identification of legal persons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2026 Mercado addedFace Recognition + Identity Verification Dual Verification<\/strong>This is the only part of the admission process that requires the legal entity to be physically present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
verification process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
1Receive verification SMS\/email<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Within 1-3 business days after submitting the application, the legal entity will receive a verification notification on its cell phone and email address<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 Enter Face Recognition<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Click on the link to go to the verification page, allow camera permissions, and follow the prompts to complete the facial recognition (needs to be well lit and have an unobstructed face)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 Upload the front and back of your ID card<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photograph the front and back of the ID card according to the guidelines to ensure that the corners are intact and the handwriting is clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4 Automatic system verification<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The system automatically compares the consistency of identity information and business license, and the results are usually available in a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u26a0\ufe0f What should I do if my face recognition fails?<\/strong>If verification fails due to low light, network lag or facial obscuration, you can try again (up to 3 times per day). If it fails consecutively, contact the Merchandising Manager to applyManual Verification Alternatives<\/strong>(Hand-held ID photo + original business license photo required).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Wait for review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
After your identity is verified, you will enter the official review stage. The review team will check all the materials you submitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
paradigm<\/th>
Expected review cycle<\/th>
Audit content<\/th><\/tr>
Self-delivery (IDS)<\/td>
7-10 working days<\/strong><\/td>
Qualification + Authentication + Business Scope<\/td><\/tr>
Organize product information: shooting product white background picture (\u22651200\u00d71200px), prepare 5-6 points of product selling point description<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Research competitors in the Latin American market: open the Mexico site\/Brazil site and search for similar products to see price bands and reviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Determine the first batch of SKUs: it is recommended to start with 10-20 SKUs, do not spread too much at once!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Prepare a sample library: full hosting needs to send samples for review, prepare samples in advance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udccc 3 Tips to Speed Up Your Audit<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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After submissionUnsolicited emails<\/strong>To the investment manager to explain \u201dthe factory has prepared XX type of products, ready to ship\u201d.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Onboarding through a partner service provider is usually faster than self-submission3-7 working days<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
The materials are complete, high-definition and free of alterations at one time, avoiding back and forth supplementation leading to audit delays<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Step 6: Store Opening + First Shipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
After the review is approved, you will receive an email notification of the success of your move-in. Below is a list of all the things you need to accomplish after you place your store, in order of priority:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1Binding Receiving Account<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bind the ready Payoneer\/LianLian etc. receiving account in the backend, make sure the account name is the same as the business license. It is recommended to set up bothautomatic cash withdrawal<\/strong>to avoid a backlog of funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u23f0 Completed on the 1st day after placing in store<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 Improve store information<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Set store name, Logo, return policy, shipping time commitment. Store name is recommended to useBrand Name + Category<\/strong>Do not use the full name of the company (too long for users to remember).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u23f0 Completed 1-2 days after placing in store<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 Upload Product Listing<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first batch of 10-20 SKUs to be uploaded. each Listing needs to be prepared: title (with core keywords), 5-6 images (main image on white background), detailed description, price, stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Title Formula<\/strong>: Brand name + core category words + 2-3 attribute words (color\/material\/use)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pricing reference<\/strong>: 3-5 times the ex-factory price (including freight, commission, room for exchange rate fluctuations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Main Image Requirements<\/strong>: white background, no watermark, \u2265 1200 \u00d7 1200px, the product accounted for more than 80% of the screen<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u23f0 2-5 days to complete after placing in store<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4 First shipment into warehouse<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First shipments are scheduled according to the selected model:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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fully managed<\/strong>Send samples for review according to the platform's email requirements, and after passing the review, prepare 5-10 pieces\/SKU to be sent to the designated warehouse according to the first order.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
semi-trusteeship<\/strong>: The first batch of stock is recommended to be 30-50 pieces\/SKU, which will be shipped to the Latin American warehouse through the platform's designated logistics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
self-service delivery<\/strong>: Set up a good shipping template, there are orders to be shipped according to the platform specified logistics channels can be<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u23f0 3-7 days to complete after placing in store<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5 Formal Operation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Goods into the warehouse on the shelves will be officially opened for sale. Fully hosted mode is operated by the platform; semi hosted\/self-shipment mode requires the arrangement of specialized personnel:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Monitor orders and inventory for timely replenishment (no more than 15 days replenishment cycle)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Optimize Listing Titles and Images to Boost Conversions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Keep an eye on platform promotions (e.g. Hot Sale, Cyber Monday) and sign up in a timely manner<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Handle customer inquiries and after-sales, maintain positive feedback<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\u23f0 7-14 days into full operation after placing the store<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Factory Sellers High Frequency Pitfall List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We have served a large number of factory-type sellers stationed in the United States more, the following is the highest frequency of 8 pitfalls, in advance to understand can help you save a lot of time and energy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#<\/th>
stomping ground scenario<\/th>
result<\/th>
proper practice<\/th><\/tr>
1<\/td>
Used QQ mailbox to register<\/td>
Can't receive review email, account can't be activated<\/td>
Gmail or Outlook only<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>
Inconsistency in filling in the company name<\/td>
Failure of identity verification, direct dismissal<\/td>
Reproduced verbatim from the business license<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>
Materials photographed and uploaded (not scanned)<\/td>
Blurry handwriting was found to be \u201dunclear material.\u201d<\/td>
Scanning with a scanning app or scanner in high definition<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>
The scope of business does not include trade categories<\/td>
Audit denied, need to re-register or change license<\/td>
Check the license before moving in, and change it if it doesn't match.<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>
Store 100+ SKUs at a time<\/td>
Excessive supply chain pressure and high out-of-stock rates<\/td>
First 10-20 SKUs, data run-through and then expansion<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>
Pricing at 1.5 times the ex-factory price<\/td>
Loss after commissions + shipping + taxes<\/td>
Pricing 3-5 times the factory price, leaving enough profit margins<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>
No Focus on Latin American Compliance Certification<\/td>
Products have been taken off the shelves and even blocked from stores<\/td>
Confirm in advance whether the category needs INMETRO\/ANATEL certification.<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>
Replenishment lead time exceeding 15 days<\/td>
Full hosting\/half hosting downgrade or even disqualification<\/td>
Maintains a safety stock that is replenishable within 15 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\u26a0\ufe0f 3 red lines that lead to permanent store closure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Material Counterfeiting<\/strong>: Falsification of licenses, flows or authorizations \u2192 permanent blackout, no recourse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Selling imitations\/infringement<\/strong>: unauthorized branded products on the shelves \u2192 store closure + legal recourse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
connected violation<\/strong>: Re-registration of the legal person or company of the blocked store \u2192 Association detection of blocked stores<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Selection of model + preparation of materials<\/td>
1-3 days<\/strong><\/td>
Determine the mode of admission and prepare the 5 required documents<\/td><\/tr>
Submit an application<\/td>
1 day<\/strong><\/td>
Fill out information, upload materials, submit<\/td><\/tr>
authentication<\/td>
1-3 days<\/strong><\/td>
Legal persons complete face recognition + identity verification<\/td><\/tr>
Waiting for Audit<\/td>
7-30 days<\/strong><\/td>
Prepare product information, research competing products, and identify SKUs<\/td><\/tr>
lit. set up store and open a store<\/td>
1-2 days<\/strong><\/td>
Tie up the collection account and improve the store information<\/td><\/tr>
Upload Listing<\/td>
2-5 days<\/strong><\/td>
First 10-20 SKUs on the shelves<\/td><\/tr>
First shipment into warehouse<\/td>
3-7 days<\/strong><\/td>
Stocking, Samples\/Shipping<\/td><\/tr>
(grand) total<\/td>
Approx. 2-6 weeks<\/strong><\/td>
From application to official opening<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
common problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Q: How long does it take for a factory seller to join Mercado?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A: Self-shipment mode provided that the materials are complete7-10 working days<\/strong>Full\/semi-trusteeship15-30 working days<\/strong>. Source factories take the green channel and the review cycle can be shortened to 7-14 working days. The whole process (including material preparation and first shipment) is usually 2-6 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q: Can factories move in without cross-border experience?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A: Yes. Recommended choicesFull hosting model<\/strong>We are a seller who only supplies goods and operates the platform as a full package. There is no hard requirement for cross-border experience. Source factories can also apply for water threshold exemption, is the lowest threshold way to enter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q\uff1aWhy should I choose full hosting or half hosting for my factory move-in?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A:There is an operations team to choose semi-custodial<\/strong>(taking control of your own pricing, listing optimization and marketing strategies).No operation team choose full hosting<\/strong>(Platform all-inclusive, 0 commissions and 0 fees). It is recommended to run through the Latin American market with full hosting first, and then upgrade to half hosting after accumulating experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q: How much do I have to pay to join Mercado?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A:0 fee to move in<\/strong>--Entry fee $0, monthly rent $0, deposit $0. Full hosting model full link 0 fee (0 commission + 0 storage fee + 0 international shipping fee + 0 advertising fee). Self-shipment base commission 16%-17.5%, new sellers first month free of charge, 2-3 months halved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q: How many goods should I prepare for the first shipment from the factory?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A: Fully managed first order for each SKU5-10 pieces<\/strong>Starting out, replenishment cycle within 15 days. Semi-custodial \/ Overseas Warehousing Suggested First Batch30-50 pieces\/SKU<\/strong>, at least cover 2-3 weeks of sales to avoid out of stock. It is recommended to control 10-20 SKUs for the first time in the warehouse, don't spread too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q: What should I do if my Mercado audit is rejected?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A: Upon receipt of notification of refusalCan be resubmitted within 7 days<\/strong>. Common reasons for rejection: unclear materials, inconsistent information, inconsistent business scope, mailbox unreachable, cell phone contact. Targeted modification after the second submission, the pass rate of about 56%. you can contact the investment manager to understand the specific reasons for rejection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q\uff1aCan a legal person who is from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan or a foreigner move in?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A: Yes, but additional documents are required: Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan corporations are required to provide notarized business registration certificate; foreign corporations are required to provide passport (validity \u2265 6 months) + Chinese work visa. It is recommended to prepare in advance to avoid audit delay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q: How soon can I see my first order after I get in?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A: After the fully managed model merchandise is in the warehouse and on the shelves it is usually1-2 weeks for first order<\/strong>(platform with traffic support); semi-trusted\/self-shipment depends on operational capabilities, general2-4 weeks<\/strong>. Pick the right hot categories (consumer electronics, apparel, home, auto parts) and optimize Listings well, and the speed of orders will be significantly faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Need one-on-one assistance getting into Mercado?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
We provide exclusive services for factory sellers: qualification assessment \u2192 mode selection \u2192 material preparation \u2192 green channel submission \u2192 the first single out of the warehouse to accompany running Priority channel for source factories, fastest 7 days to complete the audit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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