Looking for another marketplace to grow your resale business? TEMU is opening new opportunities for US sellers, and 888Lots is helping resellers get started through our partnership and referral program.
With our TEMU referral code, eligible businesses can register for a seller account, explore the marketplace’s brand approval requirements, and source wholesale inventory backed by 888Lots purchase invoices.
Here’s how TEMU ungating compares with Amazon, why US resellers are exploring the marketplace, and how to get your store ready to sell.
TEMU Ungating vs. Amazon: What’s Different?
If you’ve sold on Amazon, you’re probably familiar with the challenges of getting ungated.
Amazon restricts certain brands, categories, and individual products. Depending on what you want to sell, you may need to submit wholesale invoices, brand authorization letters, product photographs, safety certifications, or other documents.
Even experienced resellers can encounter restrictions when expanding into new product categories.
TEMU offers another marketplace opportunity, with its own seller verification and product compliance processes.
| Amazon | TEMU | |
|---|---|---|
| Seller registration | Identity and business verification | Identity and business verification |
| Brand restrictions | Brand, category, and ASIN-level restrictions | Brand and product eligibility requirements |
| Wholesale invoices | Often requested for restricted listings | Can support documentation of legitimate product sourcing |
| Brand authorization | May be required | May be required depending on brand and product |
| Approval | Varies by application and category | Seller applications normally reviewed within one business day |
| Registration cost | Depends on selling plan | Free local seller registration |
Amazon’s approval process may require invoices showing purchases of at least 10 units and additional supporting documents. TEMU’s published registration process focuses on business information, seller identity, store setup, and verification.
However, opening a TEMU store is not the same as receiving unrestricted permission to sell every brand. Some listings may require additional documentation or authorization.
For Amazon resellers, the opportunity is straightforward: use your existing product sourcing and ecommerce experience to explore another sales channel without starting your business from scratch.
888Lots and TEMU: A New Opportunity for Wholesale Resellers
Through our partnership with TEMU, we’re helping 888Lots customers take the next step toward selling on the marketplace.
Our referral program provides a direct route to TEMU seller registration, while 888Lots gives resellers access to wholesale inventory across more than 1,000 brands.
Instead of spending weeks researching unfamiliar suppliers, sellers can explore established product categories, purchase inventory for resale, and maintain invoices documenting their purchases.
The combination is designed to address two practical challenges for new marketplace sellers: getting started and finding inventory to sell.
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Why US Sellers Are Exploring TEMU
TEMU launched in the United States in September 2022 and has since expanded beyond its original cross-border selling model.
The marketplace opened registration to all US sellers in November 2024, enabling American businesses to sell products through local fulfillment.
For resellers, this creates an additional channel alongside Amazon, eBay, Walmart Marketplace, and their own ecommerce stores.
The Numbers Behind TEMU’s Seller Opportunity
- 50% of merchants make their first sale within 20 days of listing products, according to TEMU’s published internal seller data.
- 0% commission fees are advertised on TEMU’s US seller registration page, although sellers should review applicable operating, fulfillment, advertising, and other costs.
- More than 600 product categories were available to sellers, according to TEMU’s August 2025 announcement about its partnership with Rithum.
- Five of Amazon’s 25 largest sellers were already selling on TEMU in November 2024, according to Modern Retail, demonstrating early marketplace interest among established ecommerce merchants.
The first-sale statistic does not guarantee that an individual seller will make a sale within 20 days. However, it provides a useful benchmark for merchants evaluating a new marketplace.
TEMU is also investing in domestic seller recruitment, fulfillment integrations, merchant tools, and product advertising.
For wholesale resellers, the opportunity is not simply to find another place to list products. It’s to test additional demand, diversify revenue, and build a business across multiple marketplaces.
How to Sell Branded Products on TEMU Using 888Lots Invoices
One of the most important parts of building a sustainable resale business is maintaining clear documentation of where your products come from.
888Lots supplies wholesale and liquidation inventory to qualified business buyers. When customers purchase products, their transaction records and invoices help establish an inventory purchasing history.
This documentation can be useful when a marketplace asks sellers to demonstrate legitimate sourcing.
Step 1: Create Your TEMU Seller Account
Start by following the 888Lots TEMU referral link and entering the referral code during registration.
You’ll be asked for information about your business and identity.
TEMU accepts different seller types, including registered companies, sole proprietorships, and eligible individual sellers.
Step 2: Complete Business Verification
TEMU may request your business name, Employer Identification Number (EIN), registered address, personal identification, and other verification details.
According to TEMU, seller applications are normally reviewed within one business day, although individual cases may take longer.
Step 3: Find Wholesale Products on 888Lots
Once you’re preparing your store, explore our wholesale product inventory.
888Lots offers branded products across categories including clothing and fashion accessories, electronics, home and kitchen, toys, beauty, and general merchandise.
You can compare wholesale prices, product conditions, stock availability, and potential resale margins before placing an order.
Step 4: Keep Your 888Lots Purchase Invoices
After purchasing inventory, retain your invoices and relevant product records.
Depending on TEMU’s requirements, these documents can help demonstrate where the products were purchased.
It’s important to understand that a wholesale purchase invoice is not automatically a brand authorization letter. TEMU determines whether the documentation is sufficient for a particular brand or product.
Step 5: List Eligible Products and Start Selling
Once your account is approved, you can prepare product listings for inventory you’re authorized to sell.
Use accurate product descriptions, correct brand information, clear photographs, and appropriate product-condition details.
Before publishing, confirm that each product meets TEMU’s listing, authenticity, intellectual property, and compliance requirements.
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How TEMU Promotional Campaigns Can Help New Sellers
Opening a store is only the beginning. Getting products in front of potential buyers is equally important.
TEMU offers merchants promotional opportunities and product advertising features designed to improve product visibility and help sellers attract customers.
Depending on seller eligibility and current campaign availability, opportunities may include:
- Marketplace promotional events: Participating in eligible TEMU campaigns featuring selected products or seasonal offers.
- Product advertising: Promoting listings through available advertising tools to reach more shoppers.
- Discounted product offers: Using approved promotional pricing to make selected inventory more attractive.
- New seller promotional opportunities: Exploring visibility and promotional support offered through TEMU’s seller programs.
Campaign eligibility, pricing requirements, funding responsibilities, and available features vary. Sellers should check their Seller Center dashboard before participating.
Why Wholesale Purchase Prices Matter
Promotional campaigns can increase product exposure, but they can also reduce the margin on each sale.
For example, consider a product purchased for $12 wholesale and listed for $25.
If the seller runs a 20% promotion, the selling price falls to $20.
That leaves an $8 difference between the purchase price and promotional selling price, before shipping, returns, advertising, taxes, and other costs.
Sourcing inventory at competitive wholesale prices gives sellers more flexibility when testing promotions while protecting their potential profit margins.
With 888Lots, resellers can evaluate brand-name inventory and purchase costs before deciding which products to promote.
Can You Sell the Same Brands on Amazon and TEMU?
Selling across multiple marketplaces is a practical growth strategy for many online retailers.
A reseller may already have an established Amazon store and want to introduce eligible products to TEMU shoppers. Another may start on TEMU before expanding to other ecommerce platforms.
888Lots offers inventory from brands such as Nike, Adidas, Apple, Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Lenovo, Dell, LEGO, Marvel, Funko, DJI, KitchenAid, Ninja, and Amazon-owned brands, subject to availability.
However, purchasing a branded product from 888Lots does not automatically establish permission to sell it on TEMU or Amazon. Sellers must follow each platform’s brand restrictions, listing requirements, and authorization policies.
The advantage of a multichannel strategy is the ability to evaluate demand across different audiences while maintaining centralized sourcing records and inventory control.
Frequently Asked Questions About TEMU Ungating
Is it free to open a TEMU seller account?
Yes. TEMU currently states that local seller registration is free. Other business expenses, including fulfillment and advertising, may still apply.
Is TEMU ungating easier than Amazon ungating?
TEMU has a relatively straightforward seller registration process, but account approval should not be confused with brand or product approval. Amazon and TEMU have different requirements, and the difficulty depends on the specific products being sold.
Can I use 888Lots invoices to get ungated on TEMU?
888Lots invoices document purchases made through our wholesale platform and may help support sourcing verification. Acceptance for brand or product approval depends on TEMU’s requirements. Additional documentation or brand authorization may be necessary.
Do I need an Amazon seller account to register on TEMU?
No. Eligible US businesses and individuals can apply directly through TEMU Seller Center.
Can I sell brand-name wholesale products on TEMU?
Yes, provided that the specific products and brands are eligible, authentic, compliant, and permitted for sale under TEMU’s marketplace rules.
Does the 888Lots referral code guarantee approval?
No. The referral code connects sellers with the registration program. TEMU remains responsible for reviewing seller accounts and determining product eligibility.
Start Your TEMU Selling Journey with 888Lots
If you’re already reselling online, you understand how important it is to find reliable inventory, manage your costs, and reach new customers.
TEMU offers another opportunity to put that experience to work.
Through our TEMU partnership and referral program, we’re helping resellers explore a growing marketplace while giving them access to wholesale products, competitive prices, and documented inventory purchases.
Redeem your 888Lots referral code, apply for your TEMU seller account, and explore your next opportunity in online resale.
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