All about Tradeling – A digital B2B platform in the UAE
Gone are the days when businesses required a physical presence to sell their products in the Middle East. Thanks to Tradeling Dubai, anyone can trade in the MENA region, even without having a physical outlet. Interested? We thought you would be! So that’s why we’ve out together this comprehensive guide to Tradeling, a global B2B marketplace for MENA buyers. We detail all the essential information including the registration process, services provided, product categories and more.
WHAT IS TRADELING?
Tradeling Dubai is an online B2B marketplace in the Middle East. It bridges the gap between international sellers and the UAE wholesale market/or suppliers in the MENA region. While local businesses gain exposure, as well as an opportunity to lower their products to competitive rates, international sellers benefit from a broader reach.
PERKS OF USING TRADELING DUBAI
Tradeling offers a range of benefits for both sellers and buyers. While buyers can access a range of products, promotional discounts and payment security, sellers can enjoy:
- Connectivity with buyers
- Free registration
- Product listing support
- Massive outreach
TRADELING CATEGORIES
Tradeling Dubai has 13 categories that cater to a diverse range of products. The retail segments at Tradeling include:
- Consumer Electronics
- Home, Garden & Furniture
- Health & Personal Care
- Office & Stationery
- Food & Beverage
- Fashion & Accessories
- Automotive
- Beauty & Fragrances
- Construction & Hardware
- Baby Centre
- Sports & Fitness
- Pet & Animal Care
- Machinery & Equipment
TRADELING SERVICES
Tradeling offers an array of services for international sellers as well as buyers in the MENA region. Let’s take a look.
INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION
Tradeling offers state-of-the-art inspection and verification services to maximise product quality. With an extensive network of testing facilities and knowledgeable personnel, they:
- Analyse the weight and condition of products.
- Check quality and quantity with respect to requirements of all markets and regions.
- Ensure all relevant health and safety standards are met through certification.
- Help sellers avoid unnecessary hassle and wasted time.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
- Submit a compliance query via a Tradeling Query form.
- Wait for the SGS/Tradeling Key Account Personnel to respond.
- Send product samples, documents or further details.
- Wait for response.
PRIVATE LABELLING
This service is ideal for those companies who want to create their own product line to expand their market reach.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
To initiate this service, you must:
- Fill the form with complete details about the type of products you need.
- Wait for the industry experts to contact you. They usually contact within one business day.
- Choose a quote with respect to the data supplied by experts.
TRADELING LOGISTICS
With Tradeling, shipping becomes much faster. Tradeling ships to and from more than 200 countries, thus you can trust them with safe and effective delivery of products. Tradeling offers:
- Support with international shipping, clearance, documentation, selected cargo, storage, local registration of products and personalised business consulting.
- Smart Freight, an all-in-one portal to compare and book freight rates as well as track shipments.
TRADELING PRO
Tradeling PRO is an all-in-one premium platform for businesses based in the UAE. It reduces time and cost and helps you avoid unnecessary procurement hassles such as duplication of products or a disjointed supply chain.
The Tradeling PRO service comes with multiple benefits such as:
- A dedicated account manager to assist you.
- A curated catalogue of products approved by you.
- An option to consolidate orders made by multiple team members.
- A fast and secure delivery.
- Convenient payment terms.
Tradeling PRO caters to independent users, integrated teams and buyers who request a quotation on the e-commerce website.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
FOR SELLERS
To apply for this service, sellers must:
- Fill a form to preview the requisites.
- Wait for a call from the Key Account Manager who will demonstrate the process and set up your account.
- Get access to your premium Tradeling PRO account with a curated catalogue.
FOR BUYERS
To initiate this service, buyers must:
- Sign in to Tradeling PRO account
- Select products
- Add to cart
- Confirm order
- Wait for delivery
QUOTATION REQUEST
This service is for RFQ buyers wanting to generate a quotation request to know the prices of the same product that is offered by multiple suppliers. To submit a quotation request:
- Head over to the ‘Service’ section on the website.
- Select ‘Request for Quotation’.
- Enter the product information.
- Enter product name.
- Enter product category.
- Quantity and measurement unit.
- Product details.
- Brand name (Optional).
- Target price in AED (Optional).
- Upload images, specs sheets or other attachments related to the product.
- Click ‘Continue’.
GET CREDIT: PAYLATER
Tradeling offers a ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ feature. Essentially this functionality allows users to buy products and pay 90 days later.
HOW DOES THIS WORK?
- Submit an application.
- Send documents (after the team contact you) to process your request.
- Get credit to buy products.
- Pay after 90 days.
FEES
As a buyer, you can make the first five purchases without any additional transaction charges. On the sixth transaction, you must pay a 1.5% fee. For sellers, the fee is fixed at 3.5%.
E-DUKAAN APP
E-dukaan is a simple app with a user-friendly interface for buyers. Using this app, buyers can effectively purchase supplies for their shop in no time at all. E-dukaan is ideal for micro-businesses and corner shops like minimarkets, tea shops, laundromats or beauty salons.
HOW TO USE TRADELING?
FOR SELLERS
- Register at Tradeling (registration is free).
- Upload your products across various categories.
FOR BUYERS
- Browse categories to search for products you need.
- Use ‘fast check out’ facility or ‘contact the seller’ directly to negotiate.
- Pay.
HOW TO CONTACT TRADELING?
For any information, queries or questions, Tradeling can be contacted using an online form available in the ‘Help’ section of their website. They usually respond within 12 to 24 business hours. Alternatively, you can call them on +971-45-909-000 or use a Live Chat option from Saturday to Thursday.
FAQs
WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DOES TRADELING ACCEPT?
Tradeling offers cash-on-delivery, credit card and Buy Now, Pay Later options.
WHY SHOULD I BUY ON TRADELING?
Tradeling is a B2B marketplace in the UAE. There are many advantages of buying on Tradeling, including:
- It connects you to verified, trusted local and international sellers.
- It helps you negotiate with various sellers to compare prices.
- It offers you one channel to communicate with multiple sellers.
- It expedites the delivery process.
WHO DOES TRADELING SERVE TO?
Tradeling is for local sellers, international sellers and MENA-based business buyers.
That brings us to the end of our Tradeling Dubai review. We hope our guide provided all the information you were seeking. Happy buying and selling!
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