For international customers looking to buy ic! BerlinOrientdig
Why Use Orientdig for Tmall Purchases?
Many premium brands like ic! Berlin maintain official flagships on Tmall with exclusive China-only releases and pricing advantages. However, international credit cards often face payment restrictions, and direct shipping may not be available. Orientdig solves these problems by:
- Providing a Chinese domestic payment method
- Consolidating packages for international shipping
- Offering QC (quality control) photos before dispatch
- Translating product specifications and merchant communications
Step-by-Step Purchase Guide
After registering on Orientdig's platform (their dashboard supports multiple languages), follow these steps:
- Copy the Tmall product URL of your desired ic! Berlin model
- Paste into Orientdig's order form with specifications (color, prescription needs, etc.)
- Confirm purchase price plus service fees (typically 5-8% of item cost)
- Receive warehouse arrival notice within 3-5 business days
- Choose international shipping method (DHL/UPS/FedEx or budget air freight) <ol>
- JD.com (often faster shipping)
- Pinduoduo (potential group buy discounts)
- WeChat Mini-Program stores (exclusive colors) <ul>
Pro tip: Their product research tool
Customs and Import Considerations
Unlike standard reading glasses, premium eyeglass frames like ic! Berlin may incur higher import duties in certain countries. Orientdig offers three declaration options:
Declaration Type | Advantage | Risk Level |
---|---|---|
Actual Value | Fully compliant | Higher duties |
Gift (<£39 value) | Possible duty exemption | Varies by country |
Alternatives to Tmall
If item availability is limited on Tmall, consider these Chinese platforms also supported by Orientdig:
Their team can price monitor
Note: ic! Berlin glasses purchased through Chinese channels still carry international warranties, though repairs may need forwarding through the original purchase avenue.