If you're a Los Angeles Lakers fan living outside China, you may have noticed that purchasing official team merchandise directly from Taobao can be challenging. This guide will show how to use OrientDig, a reliable Chinese proxy shipping service, to buy authentic Lakers jerseys from Taobao sellers.
Why Use OrientDig for Taobao Purchases?
Taobao is China's largest e-commerce platform offering competitive prices on Lakers merchandise, but many sellers don't ship internationally. OrientDig solves this by providing:
- Mandarin-speaking agents to handle communications
- A Chinese warehouse address for package consolidation
- Multiple international shipping options including DHL and EMS
- Quality inspection service before international shipment
Step-by-Step Purchase Guide
1. Create Your OrientDig Account
Register at OrientDig's official website
2. Find Lakers Jerseys on Taobao
Use the Taobao search bar with keywords like "洛杉矶湖人队球衣" (Los Angeles Lakers jersey). Alternatively, consult this product spreadsheet
3. Confirm Product Details
Check:
- Material composition (authentic jerseys are primarily polyester)
- Available sizes (Chinese L equals US M)
- Player options (LeBron James, Anthony Davis etc.)
- Edition type (Authentic, Swingman, or Replica)
4. Submit Purchase Request on OrientDig
Paste the Taobao product URL into OrientDig's order form. For 1:1 replicas costing ¥200-400 ($30-60) or Swingman jerseys priced ¥400-800 ($60-120), indicate all specifications in the purchase comments.
5. Payment and Domestic Shipping
Fund your OrientDig account via PayPal or credit card. The platform handles the Taobao transaction, with the package routed to their Guangzhou warehouse typically within 3-5 days.
6. International Shipping Options
Choose your delivery method based on urgency:
- CNE Express
- EMS Packet
Pro Tips for Lakers Jersey Buyers
Select sellers rated "5 Diamond" or higher on Taobao to avoid fakes. Latest inventory (like 2023-24 season Purple and Gold jerseys) moves quickly, so arrange purchases within 24 hours when new stock appears in September or March.
The product spreadsheet available through this link
Customs and Taxes
U.S. buyers should note that while jerseys generally qualify for the $800 de minimis exemption when shipped via USPS/EMS, carriers like DHL/FedEx will impose 8-15% import duties for declared values exceeding $200.
Using OrientDig takes 12-18 days total for delivery depending on your shipping choice. That's slightly slower than retail distributors, but at 50-70% cost savings while ensuring direct-from-China authenticity—worth the wait for devoted Lakers nation members!