The payment methods below are what CJ would accept currently. Now, we'll give you an introduction to them.    PayPal; Wire Transfer (T/T); Pay with Card; Pay with CJ Wallet and combined payment; Payoneer; WeChat Pay; iDEAL; Pix; Klarna     PayPal Paypal allows you to make payments based on your Paypal deposit, credit card, and bank account.  You can click "Continue with PayPal" to proceed with the payment. When you use PayPal to top up, you may need to contact our agent to get a top-up bank account.   Wire Transfer (T/T) Wire transfer is the transfer of funds done electronically across the network of banks or transfer agencies around the world. Note: a. You could view our bank account information when you click the "Pay" button. b. Our payment must be received in the total amount. Please also take into account the additional transfer fee. c. We would not process until we confirm having received your payment. Please contact your agent if it's still on pending status after 5 days. d. It only takes 2 or 3 days for the transfer to arrive if your bank has a direct correspondence with our bank.   Pay with Credit Card It's easy to set up an account that is used for payment or receipt. To complete the payment, you're required to fill in: a. Your email address; b. Card number; c. Date; d. CVC code; e. Country;   CJ Wallet CJ Wallet is the amount in your CJ account. You can top up the wallet with Payoneer, Wire Transfer and gift card, and we would provide up to a 2% bonus for your deposit.   By the way, when the balance is insufficient, you can pay with CJ wallet and another payment method together.   Payoneer It's the most recommended payment method in CJ. You can link your Payoneer to CJ so that you don't need to log in for each payment. While making the payment, it will show your account balance, and please make sure the balance is more than the order amount. Note: For a new user of Payoneer, you can receive a bonus of $50. Please follow the 2 steps below. Step 1: Your new Payoneer account is signed up via the link here. http://tracking.payoneer.com/SH2bh Step 2: The new Payoneer account receives $1000 in total. When Step 2 is done, the bonus will be given by Paynoeer immediately. Enjoy using Payoneer.   WeChat Pay For Chinese users' convenience, we accept WeChat Pay as a payment method. Please contact your agent to get permission. Note: The QR code expires after 15 minutes, so please pay on time.   iDEAL iDEAL is an e-commerce payment system used in the Netherlands, based on online banking. You need to select a bank and proceed.   Klarna Klarna offers options for delayed payments and installment plans, helping customers manage their finances more easily. This payment method is currently available on the CJ platform for six countries: Austria, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, and the UK. https://www.klarna.com   That's all about available payment methods at present and we'll keep updating all the time. Contact Us Additional CJ support context for What Payment Methods Are Available Now? Q: Where should sellers check CJ Wallet and billing status? A: Add a card or payment method before placing orders so payment does not delay fulfillment. In CJ, go to My CJ > Payment Method and add the supported card or payment option, then use it directly for order payment or together with CJ Wallet. Keeping a valid payment method on file helps orders move from payment to processing faster.

With the growth of the daily sales, our customers can enjoy an increasing CJ level and some membership privileges. You can check the details in CJ Home > membership info.     Here we have a detailed introduction. 1. Sales and CJ Level; 2. CJ Level and membership privileges.   1. Sales and CJ Level; CJ Level is related to the sales you have on the CJ platform. Here is the specific classification. LV1: <$500 LV2: $500~$2,000 LV3: $2,000~$100,000 LV4: $100,000~$500,000 LV5: $500,000+ The following graph is clearer and you can check your level here.   2. CJ Level and membership privileges. Membership privileges are decided by the corresponding level. You can refer to the following chart. Note: a. Daily Sourcing Limits: LV1-LV4: 5 sourcing requests available daily. LV5/VIP: unlimited sourcing requests available daily. If you want to have more sourcing limits but the level is not that high, you can purchase a sourcing plan.  b. Inventory Pre-stock refers to that we can stock certain products for you and you do not need to purchase private inventory in advance. In this event, please contact your agent to arrange for you.   VIP Only: For VIP customers, there is no limit on sourcing. Also, we have a VIP team to ensure their order processing and fulfillment.   Contact Us Additional CJ support context for What are CJ's Membership Privileges? Q: How are CJ membership levels determined? A: CJ membership levels are mainly based on seller performance and sales thresholds. Higher membership levels can unlock related platform privileges, service benefits, or usage limits that support larger order volume. Check the current level and privilege rules in CJ before relying on a membership benefit for sourcing, fulfillment, or account service.

A more intuitive shipping methods setup interface is now available in Authorization > Shopify, Shopify users can now set up corresponding shipping methods in the following steps. 1. Store authorization and contact your agent to enable this feature; 2. Go to Authorization > Shopify > Action > Shipping Method Settings; 3. Enter your Shopify rate name and Select a corresponding shipping method on CJ. Detailed Steps: 1. Store authorization is required before you can set up corresponding shipping methods for your Shopify orders. You may also need to contact your agent to enable this feature and continue. 2. Go to Authorization > Shopify > Action > Shipping Method Settings.   3. Enter the rate name in your Shopify store before selecting a corresponding shipping method provided by CJ. Please make sure you have entered the correct shipping method as any typing errors including special characters, capital letter/lowercase will result in failure in identification by the system. You can add up to 50 corresponding shipping methods.  For shipping time & cost upon destination & product attributes and available shipping methods in different destination countries, please refer to the shipping calculator.   Once set up, your parcel will be delivered via the corresponding shipping method if it is available in the destination country. To avoid any misunderstanding, you might wanna set up a delivery policy for your customer and a shipping formula in your Shopify store. In case the corresponding shipping method is not available in the destination country, you can set up the default shipping method precedence for store, product, or order in Profile > Default Shipping Method Settings.   Please do not hesitate to consult an online agent in the chatroom if you have any questions. 

Choosing the right shipping method is one of the most time-consuming steps when processing orders. To reduce decision fatigue and streamline order fulfillment, CJ has introduced Optimized Shipping and upgraded the Default Shipping Methods feature.   With these updates, you can: Use system-recommended shipping options based on cost, speed, or a balanced recommendation Define default shipping rules with clear precedence Automatically apply the most suitable shipping method to orders with fewer manual clicks   This guide walks you through how Optimized Shipping works, how default shipping rules are applied, and how to configure them step by step.   1. What Is Optimized Shipping? Optimized Shipping is a system-recommended shipping solution curated by the CJ logistics team.Based on the destination country/region and shipping attributes of the product, the system automatically recommends shipping methods that are currently available and reliable. Optimized Shipping includes three recommendation preferences: Cost PriorityRecommends shipping methods with relatively lower and stable shipping fees. Speed PriorityRecommends shipping methods with faster and stable estimated delivery times. RecommendedA balanced option considering shipping cost, delivery time, stability, and service quality.   2. How Optimized Shipping Is Displayed on Orders If Optimized Shipping is available for an order, the Optimized Shipping section will be displayed. Display Priority Rules The system automatically displays Optimized Shipping lists in the following order: Cost Priority Speed Priority (if Cost Priority is unavailable) Recommended (if both Cost Priority and Speed Priority are unavailable) Note: If all three lists are empty, the Optimized Shipping section will not be displayed. You can switch between different recommendation preferences at any time to view available options.   3. How Default Shipping Methods Work Default Shipping Methods allow the system to automatically select a shipping method for your orders based on predefined rules and their Precedence. How the System Applies Rules The system checks default shipping rules in precedence order Once a rule matches an available shipping method, the result is finalized Remaining rules will not be checked If no default shipping method matches, you will be prompted to select a shipping method manually.   4. Types of Default Shipping Rules CJ supports six types of default shipping rules, all of which can be prioritized and reordered.   4.1 Lowest Cost Selects the lowest-cost available option within the selected Shipping Selection Scope: Select the lowest-cost available option from optimized shipping (Cost Priority) Select the lowest-cost available option from the custom shipping scope Select the lowest-cost available option from all shipping methods Tie-breaking logic: If multiple options share the lowest cost, compare delivery time next The system prioritizes the option with the lowest cost and the fastest delivery time If still tied, one option is selected randomly 4.2 Fastest Delivery Selects the fastest available option within the selected scope: Select the fastest available option from optimized shipping (Speed Priority) Select the fastest available option from the custom shipping scope Select the fastest available option from all shipping methods Tie-breaking logic: If multiple options share the fastest delivery time, the system selects the lowest-cost option If still tied, one option is selected randomly 4.3 Destination Country/Region Matches shipping methods based on Destination Country/Region + Shipping Attributes: Select the available option with the highest precedence from optimized shipping (Recommended) Select the available option with the highest precedence from the custom shipping scope 4.4 Product Store products: Use the default shipping configuration from the Store Products mapping list Non-store products: Use the default shipping configuration from the My Products list 4.5 Store Uses the default shipping configuration from the store authorization list. 4.6 PCS Quoted Rates If PCS quoted-rate shipping options are available for the order, the system will prioritize them. When multiple PCS quoted-rate options exist: Lowest Cost Fastest Delivery Random selection if still tied   5. How to Add a Default Shipping Method Path:My CJ > Profile > Default Shipping Method Settings This page supports the following actions: Add default shipping rules Edit default shipping rules Delete default shipping rules Adjust rule precedence     5.1 Add Default Shipping Method Step 1 Click Add to open the Add Default Shipping Method dialog. Step 2 Select a default shipping method.     5.2 Lowest Cost Select the lowest-cost available option from optimized shipping (Cost Priority).     Select the lowest-cost available option from the custom shipping scope.     Select the lowest-cost available option from all shipping methods.     5.3 Fastest Delivery Select the fastest available option from optimized shipping (Speed Priority).     Select the fastest available option from the custom shipping scope.     Select the fastest available option from all shipping methods.     5.4 Destination Country/Region Select the available option with the highest precedence from optimized shipping (Recommended).     Select the available option with the highest precedence from the custom shipping scope.     5.5 Product For store products, use the default shipping configuration from the Store Products – Connection list.     For non-store products, use the default shipping configuration from the Added Products list.   5.6 Store Use the default shipping configuration from the store authorization list.     5.7 PCS Quoted Rates Select shipping methods based on PCS quoted rates, if available.   6. Delete Default Shipping Method Delete an existing default shipping method from the rule list.     7. Edit Default Shipping Method Edit an existing default shipping method to update its configuration.   8. Adjust Rule Precedence Drag and drop rules to change their Precedence order.     9. Default Shipping Method Examples 9.1 Exclude Shipping Method A and Select the Lowest Cost Option Default Shipping Method: Lowest Cost Shipping Selection Scope: Custom Shipping (only B and C are selected, A is excluded) Result: The system selects the lowest-cost shipping method from B and C.     9.2 Use Optimized Shipping Default Shipping Method: Lowest Cost Shipping Selection Scope: Optimized Shipping (Cost Priority) Result: The system selects the lowest-cost shipping method from the Cost Priority list.     Default Shipping Method: Fastest Delivery Shipping Selection Scope: Optimized Shipping (Speed Priority) Result: The system selects the fastest available shipping method from the Speed Priority list.     Default Shipping Method: Destination Country/Region Shipping Selection Scope: Optimized Shipping (Recommended) Result: The system selects the available shipping method with the highest precedence from the Recommended list.     Conclusion By combining Optimized Shipping with flexible Default Shipping Methods, you can significantly reduce manual shipping selection and ensure your orders always use the most suitable shipping option. Once configured, the system automatically applies your rules—saving time, reducing errors, and improving fulfillment efficiency. If you need any help during the process, don’t hesitate to reach out to CJ online support. We’re here to assist you at any time.  

If you have an eBay store connected with CJ and are struggling with listing products, you may need to read this article. To list products to your eBay store, certain restrictions set up by eBay have to be met. Below please find the possible situations and suggestions to the failures during the listing. 1. Account type. 2. Exceed the limitation of quantity or the listing amount. 3. Payout methods setting. 4. Category issues. 5. The International Selling Agreement has not been accepted. 6. Actions that are in violation of eBay policy.  7. Information missing. 8. Insufficient variant information. 9. eBay doesn't allow products with the attribute "Quantity" to be listed. 10. Incorrect image form. 11. Store not found or authorization failed.   1. Account type. How to check your account type? Go to My eBay > Account Settings > Account > Personal Info       Please make sure the account you're using is a business account. If your eBay account is a individual account, then it's not allowed to list products from CJ.   2.Exceed the limitation of quantity or the listing amount. You could see the listing limits and the listing amount on your listing page. Please make sure they are sufficient for you to list products to your eBay store.  To be more specific, if it shows 2 items left to list on eBay, it means you could list 2 variants in total. If it shows $25, it means you could only enter $25 in total for all variants.      You may encounter the issue that "Items Left to List on eBay: 0" or "Amount limit: 0". It would result in a failure in the listing. In this case, you could try to increase Listing Quantities on eBay.   Where to check your Monthly listing limits? Go to My eBay > Selling > Overview > Monthly limits     3. Payout methods setting. If you haven't set up your payout methods on your eBay store, please finish the setting in your eBay administration first.     4. Category issues. Corresponding categories for products will be selected automatically while listing. However, under some circumstances, some categories are not available for some products (variants) with certain sites.  For example, only a few categories such as Clothes & Accessories are available on the Hongkong site. In this case, you could either try different categories manually (sometimes the available category might not be precisely related to the product attribute.) or list the product by adding an automatic connection(you would need to manually add the product in your store first).    5. The International Selling Agreement has not been accepted. Certain items cannot be listed if you have not accepted the International Selling Agreement. In this case, please consult eBay customer service for further instructions.   6. The title or description may contain improper words, or the listing or seller may be in violation of eBay policy.  Please find more information in the eBay platform policy and make sure relevant information/content is in compliance with the policy.   7. Information missing. You can either consult eBay customer service to figure out what these codes mean or reconnect your eBay store and try to list again.   8. Insufficient variant information. Please make sure to fill in all the requisite information beneath the popup.     9. eBay doesn't allow products with the attribute "Quantity" to be listed.       10. eBay security policy only allows HTTPS resources in listings. It means the picture format of the product is incorrect. Please have your agent contact our engineers to fix it.     11. Store not found or authorization failed. The store you have chosen is in abnormal status, please check your store status before reauthorizing your store.     Please feel free to talk to us in our chatroom with any confusion.  

If you once considered starting an online business, less or more, you may have heard about the "Dropshipping" Model. With a world connected by mature Internet and new techs developing fast, dropshipping is becoming the one of the most accessible methods among young entrepreneurs, especially Gen Xers and Millennials.  Dropshipping does not need a high-level financial capacity. It cuts operational costs as well as saves your time - You can focus on customer acquisitions. Let’s dive into what dropshipping is, its benefits, challenges, and actionable steps to launch a successful dropshipping business with the latest trends.   Source: uk.finance.yahoo   Introduction Outline:   Ⅰ. What is Dropshipping? Ⅱ. New Trends for Dropshipping - Higher Ticket Products - Pod Products - Global Warehousing - AI integration Ⅲ. How to Start a Dropshipping Business? 1. Find a Product/Niche to Start  2. Create a Store 3.  Set Up Payment Gateways 4.  Sourcing Products and Suppliers 5. Marketing 6. After-Sale Service Ⅳ. Conclusion: Embrace the New Dropshipping     Ⅰ. What is Dropshipping?   What makes dropshipping different from other models is when a customer places an order on a website, the product is directly shipped from a third-party supplier or manufacturer to the customer. The seller doesn't need to produce items or rent a place to store inventory.  What typically happens is a dropshipper will build an eCommerce site and list products which they have access to, and run marketing on social media platforms. When they receive a purchase, they would turn around to let the supplier ship out the parcels to their customers’ address. In other words, all requests are satisfied and transported directly from a wholesaler, such as CJdropshipping. This enables you the dropshipper to concentrate on building your brand, advertising, and driving sales.   Source: Dropshipping.com   Ⅱ. New Trends for Dropshipping   Making use of new opportunities showing up in every new period to innovate is important for dropshippers. You need to be both flexible and creative to adjust to changing market conditions and seize new chances under new play rules. Here are 4 key trends that the dropshipping landscape is set to evolve with in the future:    - Higher Ticket Products:   Products with higher ticket can promise higher profit margins and reduce the need for high sales volumes, this can help to move away from the low-cost race, minimize the risk of an unstable supply chain and open up new opportunities.   - Print-on-Demand Products:    POD products can help your business stand out to be unique, offering sellers a way to create personalized items that cater to niche markets without holding inventory. What's more, customers are usually more patient to wait for a POD product they ordered, meaning more flexibility for the order processing time.   - Global Warehousing:   This is a trend aims to transform fulfillment processes, enable faster shipping times, and reduce reliance on single regions to help your dropshipping business become more competitive and flexible.   - AI integration:   We are now stepping into a world revolutionizing with AI integration - from predictive analytics for demand forecasting to chatbots for improved customer service. Big data is what online sellers pay the most attention to while doing all kinds of research, so embracing technologies will be well-positioned to succeed in the years ahead.     Ⅲ. How to Start a Dropshipping Business?   1. Find a Product/Niche to Start    First things first, you need to identify which products you want to sell. This can be a bit overwhelming, but there are a few ways to approach it. One strategy is to look for products that are currently trending on social media platforms.  Another approach is to look at what your competitors are selling. This can give you an idea of what's already proven to be successful in your niche. You don't necessarily want to copy your competitors exactly, but you can use their products as inspiration and put your own spin on them. Once you've narrowed down your product options, it's time to choose a niche. This is an important step because it helps you establish your brand and target your ideal customer. Ideally, you want to choose a niche that aligns with your interests and expertise. For example, if you're passionate about fitness, you could focus on selling workout gear or supplements.     2. Create a Store   You need to choose a platform for your store. There are several options out there, but  the most popular is like Shopify. It makes everything easy to set up your online store and manage your products and orders. Next, you'll need to select a domain name and hosting provider. Your domain name is the web address where customers will find your store, so it's important to choose something memorable and easy to spell. Once you have your domain name, you'll need to sign up for a hosting provider to store your website files and make them accessible to visitors. After that, it's time to customize your store design and branding. This is an important step because it helps establish your store's identity and makes it stand out from competitors. You can choose from pre-made templates or hire a designer to create a custom look for your store.   3.  Set Up Payment Gateways   Next, you'll need to set up payment and shipping methods. This includes deciding which payment gateways you want to use (such as PayPal or Stripe) and determining how you'll handle shipping and returns. Make sure to factor in shipping costs when setting your product prices, and consider offering free shipping as an incentive for customers.     4.  Sourcing Products and Suppliers   Finding the right supplier is critical for the success of any dropshipping business. A reliable supplier can streamline operations through key services such as: - Product Sourcing, to help you find trending or niche product resources; - Automatic Product Listing, to help you easily add items from supplier to your store with just one click; - Automatic Order Fulfillment with Trackable Shipping, to help you automate the whole process from managing orders to sending parcels to your customers; - Global Fulfillment Centers, partner with suppliers with global warehousing network. Make sure your supply chain is stable and adjustable enought to deal with possible situations like: switching to fastest delivery, running out of inventory, failed to pass customs inspections, ect. - 24 hours online dropshipping agent, good suppliers have knowledgeable sales representatives who really know the industry and their product lines. And they should assign you an individual sales representative who is responsible for taking care of you and any issues you have timely.     Read more about how to dropship with CJ>>   To find quality suppliers, start by researching well-established platforms, checking reviews, and ensuring the supplier has a strong track record. Attending trade shows or exploring eCommerce forums can also help identify reliable partners.   When evaluating potential suppliers, make sure to consider factors like product quality, shipping times, and customer service. It's also important to negotiate prices and terms to make sure you're getting a good deal. Don't be afraid to ask for samples to test the product's quality and make sure it meets your standards.       5. Marketing   Now it's time to start marketing your dropshipping business. Marketing is a critical aspect of any business, as it helps to drive traffic to your store and generate sales. Here are some effective marketing strategies to consider: First, you'll need to develop a marketing strategy for your store. This includes identifying your target audience, determining your unique selling proposition, and deciding which marketing channels to focus on. One of the most effective ways to drive traffic to your store is through social media and paid advertising. Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram allow you to target specific demographics and interests, while paid advertising can help you reach customers who are actively searching for your products. Another key marketing strategy is email marketing. By building a list of subscribers, you can send targeted emails to promote your products and build relationships with customers. Consider offering a discount or freebie in exchange for signing up for your email list to encourage signups. Remember, marketing is an ongoing process that requires experimentation and adaptation. Don't be afraid to try new strategies and see what works best for your business. With a solid marketing plan in place, you'll be well on your way to growing your dropshipping business and reaching your goals!     6. After-Sale Service   After-sale service is of great important to not only retain the existed customers but also to bring back lost customers. After-sale service could be defined as the processes which are followed post the sale of the product. The nature of the services includes maintenance, guidance, repair etc. Before all that, as a seller, you need to make sure you are 100% clear with the refund policy of your supplier to avoid loss that can't be retrieved.   Following are a few steps for good after-sale service: - Updating the customers about the after-sale service your website offers; - Updating the customers about the transit of the goods; - Following up with the delivery team to ensure timely delivery; - Following up on new customers or installation; - Fast after-sale service post complaint...     The following are common types of after-sale services:   - Pre installation services. Whenever a product is bought it comes with a manual for installation. -User training. With it, user can handle the product on their own. - Warranty services. They include repairing and replacing selected parts for a selected period of time. - Online support. The customer service can resolve the problem immediately in most ofthe cases. - Return/Replacement. For a limited period of time, companies provide free replacement of the product in case of any queries. - Features and benefits. Some companies provide additional features for example replacement of a part for a lifetime, for free counseling for the entire duration of the product. - Upgrades. Upgrading software for the device for a limited period is one of the types of after-sale services followed by companies.     7. branding   Branding, by definition, is a marketing practice in which a company creates a name, symbol or design that is easily identifiable as belonging to the company, helping to identify a product and distinguish it from other productsand services. It is absolutely critical to a business because of the overall impact it makes on your company. Branding can change how people perceive your brand, it can drive new business and increase brand awareness.   - Print on Demand   Print on-demand (POD) allows businesses to order print materials on an as-needed basis in a piecemeal fashion. It is a process in which you work with a supplier to customize white-label products with your own designs to sell them on a per-order basis under your own brand. With print-on-demand services, everything after the sale, from printing to shipping, is handled by your supplier.   - Custom Packaging   Custom packaging is boxing that is specifically tailored to your company and the product your company is making and shipping. It aims to fit the product perfectly and is designed to protect the product better than standard and generic packaging. Plus, it renders your band impressive.     - Trademarks & patents   A trademark is the right to use a specific name, word, phrase, symbol, logo, design, sound or color (or a combination of elements) to identify your products and distinguish them from other products. A patent is a government grant of a right to the inventor. The patent gives the inventor (or patent holder if the patent has been assigned) the right to exclude others from making or using the invention for a select time period—usually 20 years.   Read more about how to get trademarks & patents>>   Ⅳ. Conclusion: Embrace the New Dropshipping   Dropshipping has evolved into a dynamic and accessible business model, making it an appealing choice for aspiring entrepreneurs. As the market evolves, staying informed about trends like higher-ticket products, print-on-demand customization, and AI integration will be key to staying competitive for the furture of dropshipping. Additionally, investing in robust customer service, effective marketing strategies, and strong branding will help differentiate your business.   Whether you’re a seasoned seller or just starting out, the potential of dropshipping ahead is vast. Now is the time to take the leap and turn your entrepreneurial vision into reality!     *If you have any uncertainties about this tutorial, please feel free to contact our online support by:  Chatroom>>WhatsApp>>

For a better understanding of how CJ processes your orders, we added a feature for you to check the status of each order, with which you can clearly know if we have prepared and stocked the products and if we have dispatched them. The general steps should be: 1. Choose the order; 2. Click "Order Logs" icon for the status; 3. Other actions you can make on the order. Here are specific steps for how to check order logs: 1. Go to Store Orders  and choose the order you want to check.   2. Click the icon of order logs, and the status for each order will show, including order prepared, order processing, dispute status, etc.   3. Apart from the order logs, you can also find other actions you can make, including: a. Get shipping label (proof of fulfillment); b. Check the product inventory status; c. Submit a ticket for the order.   Here is an introduction to the meaning of each product status: a. Purchased: The request for your product is received by CJ Suppliers. b. Stocked: Your product is stocked and is being labeled in the warehouse. c. OOS: Your product is out of stock and we will refund you to your wallet or payment account. d. Picked: Your product has been picked and is being inspected. e. Inspected: Your product has been effectively inspected f. Shipped: Your products are dispatched and en route.   Should you have any other questions, you're welcome to contact our customer support for help. 

Sufficient inventory is a key factor in order processing. However, it may be frustrating as you got an order, only to find out that your private inventory has run out. Don't worry, with the function of inventory alert, you will be able to replenish your inventory in time.  In the following article, we will introduce you to the usage of our inventory alert function. General steps: 1. Setting of Inventory alert. 2. Check your inventory status. 3. Replenish private inventory.   1. Go to Products > My Inventory, click 'Inventory Alert' on the top right.   Then, opt for the Safety Stock and the Alert Me and fill in the box of the Piece. There you'll find 2 alternatives of Safety Stock-- By Current Inventory and By Estimated Remaining Days. a. By Current Inventory After selecting it, we will alert you as the inventory of your products is no more than the value you filled in the Piece.   b. By Estimated Remaining Days. Under this setting, we will remind you when the number of days available for sale is less than one purchase cycle. For example, the purchase cycle of a product--SKU 1 is 4 days, and the average daily sales are 40 pieces (estimated based on sales in the past week by our system), therefore, when your private inventory is no more than 160 pieces, which is only available for 4 (160/40) days (equal to one purchasing cycle), we will begin to alert you.   2. There are 2 entrances where you can check your products that are in the status of inventory alerting. a. Go to Products > My inventory to check the status of inventory at any time. By clicking the triangle icon in the following picture and moving your cursor over the red "!", you would see the detailed reminder.   Note: You could also select certain products and click Export as shown in the above picture to generate your inventory list.   When the condition of the inventory alert is met, system notifications will also be sent to remind you of the inventory status of certain products.    3. Replenish the inventory in time when an inventory alert appears.  Go to the product page> buy your private inventory in the Preorder Inventory section. Please refer to this tutorial for detailed steps.                                                                    Please feel free to contact us with any confusion. Additional CJ support context for What You Need to Know about Inventory Alert Q: What should sellers verify before placing or syncing CJ orders? A: Before placing or syncing orders, verify SKU inventory, warehouse location, and product availability. Private inventory, deposit inventory, and warehouse stock can affect whether an order can be fulfilled quickly from the expected warehouse. Checking inventory before payment helps avoid stockouts, fulfillment delays, or orders that need warehouse adjustment.

To provide convenience to cross-border online sales and the importation of low-value consignments, the new VAT e-commerce rules will come into force on 1st July 2021 in the EU. Along with the cancellation of the exemption at the importation of small consignments of a value up to EUR 22, all goods imported in the EU will be subject to VAT. To simplify the declaration and payment of VAT, the Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) has been published. In this article, we will talk about: 1. What is IOSS (Import One Stop Shop)? 2. What are the advantages of IOSS? 3. Which supplies of goods do the IOSS cover? 4. How to register for IOSS?   1. What is IOSS (Import One Stop Shop)? IOSS, also known as “import one-stop shop”, is a new system of new VAT declaration and payment especially for cross-border online sales and importation of goods to the EU. It allows suppliers and electronic interfaces selling imported goods to buyers in the EU to collect, declare and pay the VAT to the tax authorities, instead of making the buyer pay the VAT at the moment the goods are imported into the EU as it was previously the case (for products over 22 EUR).   2. What are the advantages of IOSS? The IOSS facilitates the collection, declaration, and payment of VAT for sellers that are making distance sales of imported goods to buyers in the EU; The IOSS also makes the process easier for the buyer, who is only charged at the time of purchase, and therefore does not face any surprise fees when the goods are delivered; If the seller is not registered in the IOSS, the buyer has to pay the VAT and usually a customs clearance fee charged by the transporter.   3. Which supplies of goods do the IOSS cover? Dispatched or transported from outside of the EU at the time they are sold; Dispatched or transported in consignments with a value not exceeding a total of EUR 150 (low-value goods) even if the order contains more than one item; Not subject to excise duties (typically applied to alcohol or tobacco products). Note: For the sellers who use third-party platforms like eBay/Amazon, etc., the platform will register for IOSS; For independent sites or other electronic interfaces, the sellers need to register on their own.   4. How to register for IOSS? From 1 April 2021, a business can be registered on the IOSS portal of any EU Member State. If businesses are not based in the EU, they will normally need to appoint an EU-established intermediary to fulfill their VAT obligations under IOSS. Note: Important information above all refers to the announcement from ec.europa.eu, kindly find more details about IOSS there. With any uncertainties about your tax obligation, please kindly contact the professional tax consultant. Find details about how to make declaration with IOSS on CJ. Contact us if you need any assistance, CJ will be here to support you.

CJdropshipping is a comprehensive website that helps dropshippers undertake their business in every aspect. Product sourcing, warehousing, order fulfilling, and shipping, literally every service of dropshipping can be fulfilled by CJ.In this tutorial, we will show you how to use these services on our website. Main parts of CJ's services:1. Product Sourcing.2. Store Authorization.3. Product Listing/Connecting.4. Automatic Order Import.5. Order Uploading via Excel/CSV Files & Placing Orders Manually.To make all things clearer, we've created a simple flowchart that covers the general steps of working with CJ:   1. Product Sourcing.After entering CJ, the first step is to find suitable products. Simply, you can search by keywords to find your favored products. If you cannot find the products you want, you are permitted to post sourcing requests. For new beginners, sourcing on "Individual Product" is more suitable while using "Store Existed Product" requires an authorized store. After submission, our sourcing team will try to find a suitable supplier for the product you posted. And you could view the status in Service > Sourcing, and the result is expected to come out within 2 days. Note: If you are interested in our automatic order fulfillment,  you would need to complete "Store Authorization" first and "list the sourced product to your store.If not, you can simply place orders via Excel/CSV Files or place orders manually.   2. Store Authorization. There are many types of stores available to be integrated with CJ. They are Shopify, eBay, WooCommerce, Shipstation, and Etsy, among other stores. For each type of store, we have introduced detailed steps on the authorization page. 3. Product Listing/Connecting. In order to distinguish your orders that with CJ's products, there should be a connection between the product in your store and the corresponding product on CJ. List It Now or Add the product to My Products and list it to store later! You could click the "List" button on the CJ product pages and fill in the required information to post the products to your store, during which automatic connections will be established.    If you already have the same product in your store, a manual product connection is required and you can click the "Connect" button instead. Then you'll be directed to the following page. You would need to search for the corresponding products from your store and CJ, then connect them.    4. Automatic Order Import.  After you complete the store authorization and product connection, you would need to go to Orders > Store Orders when you get orders from your customers, by clicking Sync Store Orders, the orders with CJ's product can be synced to CJ.After payment, we will then fulfill the orders for you.   5. Order Uploading via Excel/CSV File & Placing Orders Manually.  For users without any authorized stores, there're two ways to place orders.a. Uploading an excel or CSV file. In this case, you need to add the products to My Products first, which also can be done on the product page.   Then choose "Import Excel Orders effectively" on Store Orders page and download the template to fill in your order details.   b. The other way to place orders without authorizing a store is to Create Orders Manually. Please copy the product SKU or title on CJ first, then go to Imported Orders > Create orders by searching products > Search the product, and fill in required information before the payment.   We will process the orders immediately upon receipt. Tracking numbers and after-sale services are available for every order. If you have any uncertainties when you are using CJ, please contact our online agent for help or find the answers in Help Center by searching with keywords. For knowledge about dropshipping and problems with CJdropshipping, you're also welcome to join our Facebook group for help. Hope you would enjoy our service!