The difference between cross-border purchase and domestic purchase in China

The differences between domestic cross-border purchase and domestic purchase are: commodity type and price, delivery method and time, purchase restriction, payment method, after-sales service, etc.

1, commodity type and price

There are relatively few kinds of goods purchased across borders in China, mainly including well-known foreign brands and high-end goods, such as cosmetics, perfumes and drinks. Because these goods do not need to pay import tax and consumption tax, the prices are relatively favorable. On the other hand, domestic purchases from China to Japan cover a wider range of goods, including domestic brands and goods, and the prices are more diversified.

2. Delivery method and time

Goods purchased across borders in China need to be shipped from abroad, usually through customs clearance and other procedures, so the logistics time is relatively long. Generally speaking, the delivery time for cross-border purchases takes 5- 10 working days, while domestic purchases usually take 1-3 working days.

3, restrictions on the purchase of goods

There is a quota limit for cross-border purchases on the day of visa exemption. This is because cross-border goods need to go through customs clearance and other procedures, so the purchase amount is limited. However, there is no limit on domestic purchases, and you can buy any number of goods.

4. Method of payment

China Freedom Day cross-border purchase and domestic purchase support a variety of payment methods, including Alipay, WeChat payment and UnionPay. However, in cross-border purchase, due to the possible exchange rate differences in some payment methods, it is necessary to pay extra attention to the exchange rate and handling fee of payment methods.

5. After-sales service

Domestic cross-border purchases cannot be invoiced, and after-sales service is relatively limited due to customs clearance and other procedures. However, China Free Daily provides complete after-sales service, including return and maintenance.