Taobao Agent Free Storage: How to Compare Warehouse Policies

Free warehouse storage gives shoppers time to wait for several Taobao or 1688 orders and combine them into one international shipment. The useful number is not only the advertised day count: you also need the start date, overdue fee, item restrictions and disposal or return rules in writing.

How to Compare Storage Policies

Question	Why it matters
When does the clock start?	It may start at warehouse check-in, not when every order has arrived.
What is stored free?	Oversized, regulated or special-handling goods may have separate rules.
What happens at expiry?	Ask about daily fees, return options and disposal rules before sending goods.
Does consolidation reset the clock?	Do not assume it does unless the written policy says so.
Which services are included?	Receiving photos, detailed inspection, repacking and reinforcement are different services.

Competitor storage terms change frequently, so this page does not preserve a static league table. Check each provider’s current official policy on the day you send a parcel to its warehouse.

YANCHAO’s Current Storage Policy

YANCHAO’s company information lists 180 days of free warehouse storage. The period is useful for multi-seller consolidation, seasonal buying and waiting for a dispute or replacement to be resolved before international dispatch.

Storage does not make every item acceptable for international shipping. Cargo must still pass warehouse and route checks, and destination import rules also apply. Confirm unusual, sensitive or oversized goods before purchase.

Plan the Consolidation Window

1. List every seller order and expected domestic delivery date.
2. Record the warehouse check-in date for each parcel.
3. Inspect photos and resolve seller disputes early.
4. Request consolidation before the oldest parcel approaches the storage limit.
5. Review packed dimensions, chargeable weight and route options before payment.

Insurance Is Separate From Storage

Free storage does not determine loss or damage cover. At YANCHAObuy, eligible shipments receive platform basic cover subject to membership level, cargo eligibility, evidence, exclusions and current terms. Basic cover does not include transit damage. Optional declared-value cover is available up to ¥10,000 when purchased before dispatch with valid proof of value.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can I store items with YANCHAO?

The current company policy lists 180 days of free warehouse storage. Confirm the start date and any special handling requirements for the actual goods.

Does consolidation reset the free-storage period?

Do not assume that it does. Plan from the recorded check-in date of the oldest parcel and confirm any extension in writing.

What should I do before storage expires?

Resolve seller disputes, request consolidation, review the packed measurements and choose a route. If the goods cannot ship, arrange a domestic return before the applicable deadline.