Who are Alibaba.com Trade Experts?

Alibaba.com Trade Experts are members with years of experience and industry knowledge. Ask our experts your trade-related questions and get trade solutions from their valuable industry-related discussions.

How to be an Alibaba.com Trade Expert
Alibaba.com Trade Experts are peer-recommended individuals who are selected based on their knowledge, experience and activities on Alibaba.com Forums. To ensure that only qualified individual are selected, potential Alibaba.com Trade Experts are continuously evaluated based on customer feedback and internal review.

All Alibaba.com Trade Experts must:

1. Have more than 800 MVPs
2. Be awarded more than 300 Best Answer MVPs
3. Earn more than 60 MVPs every week
4. Consistently adhere to the Alibaba.com posting guidelines

To be an Alibaba.com Trade Expert:

1. Register as Forum Member
2. Post a trade related topic in discussion boards
3. Participate in discussions in discussion boards

• Download the application form here
• Email the Application Form to Carol Shen:community@alibaba-inc.com

What makes Alibaba Trade Experts Different?
Alibaba Trade Experts are not paid, but are chosen based on competency and suitability. Trade Experts on Alibaba.com are experienced in their industry and are knowledgeable in areas such as intellectual property, patent laws, China sourcing, materials sourcing and more.

Does Alibaba.com have a Trade Experts Partner Program?
Yes. We have partnerships with trade associations, universities and online service providers to provide expert solutions regarding China sourcing, intellectual property and litigation services. Our partner program is designed to offer:

1. A valuable and complementary resource for those needing expert knowledge
2. International market presence for your organization

For more information on the Alibaba.com Trade Experts Partner Program, please email Carol at community@alibaba-inc.com

How to ask an Expert

1. Simply submit your question in the Trade Experts Forum. If your question is directed to a specific Expert, please add the Expert's name in the beginning of the question (e.g. '<Expert's Name>, how do I import gold into China?')
2. Our Trade Experts will check the forum daily and answer your questions. You will also receive an email to tell you when you get a reply.
3. Tip: If you think the answer is really helpful, click 'Best Answer' to tell other members.