The mini importation blog
Practical, sourced guides for Nigerians importing products from China and selling them on WhatsApp: what to import, how to buy and ship it, how to price it, and how to sell it.
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- Sourcing
What should I import from China to sell in Nigeria in 2026?
What to import from China to sell in Nigeria in 2026: light, profitable mini importation products, what to avoid, and how to test demand cheaply.
- Pricing
How do you calculate landed cost and selling price for mini importation?
How to calculate landed cost and selling price for mini importation in Nigeria, with a naira example covering yuan conversion, shipping weight and profit.
- Sourcing
How do you buy from 1688 in Nigeria?
How to buy from 1688 in Nigeria in 2026: why you need an agent, how agents work, how to vet suppliers, safe payment, and 1688 vs Alibaba vs AliExpress.
- Shipping
Air or sea shipping from China to Nigeria: which is better for small importers?
Air vs sea shipping from China to Nigeria in 2026: per kg vs per CBM pricing, agent rate ranges in naira, transit times, and which goods suit each mode.
- Selling
How do you sell on WhatsApp Status and actually get orders?
How to sell on WhatsApp Status in Nigeria: what to post, how often, captions that sell, WhatsApp Business tools, broadcasts and POD orders.
- Pricing
How much does it cost to start mini importation in Nigeria (2026)?
What it costs to start mini importation in Nigeria in 2026: budget tiers, a worked example with supplier price, freight, agent fee and delivery.
- Shipping
How much is shipping per kg from China to Nigeria in 2026?
How much is shipping per kg from China to Nigeria in 2026? Air vs sea, per-kg vs per-CBM, and forwarder rate bands you can check.
- Shipping
How do I choose a reliable shipping agent for mini importation?
How to choose a reliable shipping agent for mini importation in Nigeria: a 10-point checklist, red flags, and questions to ask before you pay.
- Sourcing
What are the most common mini importation mistakes in Nigeria?
The most common mini importation mistakes in Nigeria in 2026, from ignoring volumetric weight to no trust page, and how to avoid each one.
- Sourcing
Which is best for Nigerian mini importers: 1688, AliExpress, Temu or Alibaba?
Which is best for Nigerian mini importers in 2026: 1688, AliExpress, Temu or Alibaba? Compare prices, MOQ, agents and shipping to Nigeria.
- Shipping
How do I receive goods from China if I'm not in Lagos?
Living outside Lagos? Three ways to receive China mini-importation goods in 2026: collect in Lagos, interstate waybill, or courier door delivery.
- Selling
How do I take pre-orders on WhatsApp for imported goods?
How to take pre-orders on WhatsApp for imported goods in Nigeria: deposits, honest timelines, buyer updates and a refund script that keeps trust.
- Selling
Should I offer pay on delivery for imported goods in Nigeria?
Pros, cons and risks of offering pay on delivery (POD) for imported goods in Nigeria, plus ways to cut failed deliveries and which couriers remit cash.
- Pricing
How do you price imported products to make a profit in Nigeria?
How to price imported products in Nigeria in 2026: mark up from landed cost, pick a margin, use charm pricing and check market prices before you sell.
- Selling
Can I sell Temu products in Nigeria, and how?
Yes, Temu delivers to Nigeria and takes naira. How to order, pay, handle delivery and customs, and turn a Temu link into a WhatsApp sales page (2026).
- Sourcing
Is mini importation still profitable in Nigeria in 2026?
Yes, mini importation can still be profitable in Nigeria in 2026 - but only with tight landed-cost discipline. Honest look at margins, FX and freight.