¥200B+
XHS E-Commerce GMV
380%
YoY XHS Shop Growth
100+
Storefronts Launched
14 Days
Avg. Time to Go Live
Our end-to-end shop setup service includes:
✓ Merchant registration & verification (overseas brands welcome)
✓ Product listing, imagery, and Chinese copywriting for every SKU
✓ Cross-border compliance, logistics setup, and payment configuration
✓ Storefront design, category optimisation, and product tagging in notes
100+ Storefronts Launched · 14-Day Average Go-Live · Certified Xiaohongshu Partner
Xiaohongshu closed the loop between discovery and purchase. Users no longer leave the app to buy — they see it, tap it, buy it. Brands without an XHS Shop are sending high-intent traffic to competitors.
YoY XHS Shop GMV Growth
XHS Shop gross merchandise volume grew 380% year-over-year, making it the fastest-growing social commerce channel in China. The platform is aggressively prioritising in-app commerce — and brands with shops get algorithmic preference in the Discover feed.
Higher Conversion vs External Links
In-app purchases through XHS Shop convert 42% better than external link redirects. Every additional step between content and checkout loses buyers. An XHS Shop eliminates that friction entirely — users buy without ever leaving the note they’re reading.
Purchases Influenced by Notes
70% of XHS Shop purchases are directly influenced by user-generated content and brand notes. This means your content strategy and your e-commerce strategy are inseparable on XHS — and having a shop with product-tagged notes closes the loop from discovery to sale.
Setting up an XHS Shop isn’t like creating a Shopify store. It involves Chinese regulatory compliance, cross-border logistics, merchant verification, and platform-specific requirements that trip up most Southeast Asian brands.
The entire XHS merchant registration process is conducted in Chinese — application forms, documentation requirements, category approvals, and communication with the platform review team. Without a bilingual partner, most overseas brands can’t even complete step one.
Selling into China via XHS requires compliance with cross-border e-commerce regulations — customs declarations, product certifications (NMPA for cosmetics, CCC for electronics), ingredient disclosures, and labelling requirements. One documentation error delays your launch by weeks.
XHS Shop supports multiple fulfilment models — bonded warehouse, direct shipping, and cross-border parcel. Choosing the wrong model means higher costs, longer delivery times, and poor buyer experience ratings that tank your shop score.
XHS product listings require Chinese titles, descriptions, ingredient lists, usage instructions, and search-optimised keywords — all written in native Chinese that matches how consumers actually search on the platform. Direct translation from English product pages results in listings that never surface in search.
XHS payments are processed in RMB through Alipay and WeChat Pay. Overseas brands need to set up cross-border payment collection, currency conversion, and settlement workflows — a process that requires navigating Chinese fintech regulations and banking partnerships.
Having a shop isn’t enough — products need to be tagged in every relevant note, linked in live streams, and featured in your content strategy. Most brands set up a shop but fail to connect it to their content engine, resulting in a storefront that nobody visits.
Every week without a live XHS Shop is revenue left on the table from 300 million high-intent consumers.
XHS is actively incentivising merchants with reduced commission rates, algorithm boosts for product-tagged notes, and exclusive ad placements for shop owners. Brands that set up shop now are riding a platform-subsidised growth wave that won’t last forever — early movers are capturing category share before competitors flood in.
End-to-end storefront launch — from merchant application to first sale
Hashmeta XHS Shop Setup
From merchant registration to live storefront — we handle every technical, regulatory, and creative detail.

We manage your complete XHS merchant application — business documentation, category approval, brand authorisation letters, and communication with the platform review team in Chinese. Whether you’re a Singapore-registered company, Malaysian Sdn Bhd, or international entity, we navigate the registration process and get your merchant account approved within 7–14 business days.

Our team creates optimised product listings for every SKU — native Chinese titles, search-keyword-rich descriptions, ingredient/specification tables, pricing in RMB, and product imagery formatted to XHS standards. We structure your product catalogue with the right categories, tags, and attributes so products surface in both XHS Shop search and note product tags.

We prepare and submit all required compliance documentation — product certifications (NMPA, CCC, FDA equivalency), customs declarations, cross-border e-commerce filings, ingredient disclosures, and labelling translations. For regulated categories (cosmetics, health supplements, food), we ensure full compliance with China’s cross-border import regulations before your first product goes live.

We set up your fulfilment workflow — bonded warehouse integration, direct cross-border shipping, or hybrid models depending on your product type, volume, and margin structure. We connect you with vetted logistics partners, configure shipping templates, set delivery expectations, and establish return/refund policies that meet XHS platform standards and Chinese consumer expectations.

We configure your cross-border payment collection — Alipay, WeChat Pay, and XHS in-app payment integration. We set up RMB-to-SGD/MYR/USD settlement workflows through certified cross-border payment partners, ensuring your revenue flows smoothly from Chinese consumers’ wallets to your overseas bank account with transparent FX rates and settlement timelines.

We design your XHS storefront with branded banners, curated product collections, and promotional campaigns. Most importantly, we integrate your shop with your content strategy — product tags in every relevant note, shopping links in your bio, product cards in live streams, and shoppable carousels that turn content engagement into direct revenue.
A structured launch framework that gets your storefront live and selling — typically within 14 business days.
Register → Build → Comply → Launch
• Merchant application submission
• Business documentation prep
• Category approval request
• Brand authorisation filing
• Platform review liaison
• Product listing creation
• Chinese copy & imagery
• Storefront design & branding
• Product catalogue structure
• Pricing & SKU configuration
• Compliance doc submission
• Cross-border filings
• Logistics partner setup
• Payment configuration
• Policy & returns setup
• Final QA & testing
• Product tag integration
• Launch campaign setup
• Live monitoring (first 48h)
• Post-launch optimisation
Top-Selling Category on XHS Shop
Beauty is the #1 revenue category on XHS Shop. Chinese consumers research ingredients, watch application tutorials, and purchase — all without leaving the app. We handle NMPA compliance for cosmetics import.
Shop Setup Includes:
Fastest-Growing Cross-Border Category
Chinese consumers trust overseas health supplements — Australian, New Zealand, and Southeast Asian brands are top sellers on XHS cross-border. We navigate the strict regulatory requirements for health product listings.
Shop Setup Includes:
High AOV, Strong Repeat Purchase
Fashion and lifestyle brands thrive on XHS Shop because the platform’s visual-first format is perfect for showcasing apparel, accessories, and home goods. We set up shops optimised for browse-and-buy behaviour.
Shop Setup Includes:
Cross-Border Gourmet Demand
Specialty food, snacks, and gourmet products from Southeast Asia are in high demand among XHS users. We handle the complex food import compliance — labelling, shelf life, customs classification — so your products sell legally and profitably.
Shop Setup Includes:
Fixed-scope packages with clear deliverables. No hidden fees. Optional ongoing shop management available.
For brands entering XHS commerce
✓ Merchant registration & verification
✓ Up to 20 product listings
✓ Chinese copy for all products
✓ Basic storefront design
✓ Payment setup (Alipay/WeChat Pay)
✓ Standard shipping template
✓ 14-day launch timeline
MOST POPULAR
For brands scaling XHS commerce
✓ Everything in Launchpad, plus:
✓ Up to 100 product listings
✓ Product photography (studio shoot)
✓ Cross-border compliance filing
✓ Logistics partner setup & integration
✓ Product tag integration with notes
✓ Launch campaign (5 KOC seedings)
✓ 30-day post-launch support
✓ Shop analytics setup
For large catalogues or multi-brand
✓ Everything in Commerce Pro, plus:
✓ Unlimited product listings
✓ Multi-brand shop architecture
✓ Bonded warehouse integration
✓ Full NMPA/CCC compliance handling
✓ Live streaming commerce setup
✓ CRM & attribution integration
✓ Dedicated launch manager
✓ 90-day post-launch support
✓ Ongoing shop management option
Real results from brands whose XHS storefronts we’ve launched and activated.
XHS Storefronts Launched
Across beauty, health supplements, fashion, F&B, and lifestyle categories — for brands from Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Korea, and Japan entering Chinese e-commerce via XHS.
Average Time to Go Live
From merchant application to live storefront with products listed, payments configured, and logistics connected. Most brands attempting DIY take 2–3 months — if they succeed at all.
First-Attempt Approval Rate
Our merchant applications are approved on the first submission 98% of the time — because we know exactly what XHS requires and prepare flawless documentation before submitting.
Common questions about setting up and running an XHS Shop storefront.
XHS Shop is Xiaohongshu’s native e-commerce platform integrated directly into the app. Unlike Taobao or Tmall (which are dedicated marketplaces), XHS Shop is embedded within a content platform — meaning purchases happen seamlessly from content discovery. Users see a product in a note, tap the product tag, and check out without leaving the app. This content-commerce integration means your content strategy directly drives sales, and XHS gives algorithmic preference to notes that tag shop products.
Yes. XHS supports cross-border merchants — brands registered in Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Japan, Korea, and other countries can open an XHS Shop without a China entity. The cross-border programme allows you to sell directly to Chinese consumers with products shipped from overseas or through bonded warehouses in China. We handle the entire registration process including documentation in Chinese, category approval, and compliance filing.
Requirements vary by category, but typically include: (1) Business registration certificate (ACRA for SG, SSM for MY), (2) Brand trademark registration or brand authorisation letter, (3) Product certifications (NMPA for cosmetics, relevant certifications for health products), (4) Product ingredient lists and specifications, (5) Business bank account details for settlement. For regulated categories like cosmetics and health supplements, additional documentation is required — which is where our compliance team saves brands significant time and rejection risk.
With our service, the average timeline is 14 business days from engagement to live storefront. This includes merchant registration (5–7 days for platform review), product listing creation (concurrent), compliance documentation (concurrent), and final QA and launch (2–3 days). Brands attempting DIY typically take 2–3 months due to documentation errors, Chinese-language barriers, and unfamiliarity with platform requirements. Complex cases (regulated products, large catalogues) may take 3–4 weeks.
XHS charges a commission on each sale — rates vary by category, typically 2–5% for most product categories. There’s also a refundable deposit (¥20,000–¥50,000 depending on category). XHS is currently offering reduced commission rates for new merchants as part of their commerce growth initiative. Payment processing fees are approximately 0.6–1%. We provide a full fee breakdown tailored to your product category during the consultation — no surprises.
Three main fulfilment models: (1) Bonded warehouse — you pre-ship inventory to a bonded warehouse in China (fastest delivery, best customer experience, recommended for high-volume sellers), (2) Direct cross-border shipping — ship from your overseas warehouse per order (lower upfront cost, longer delivery times), (3) Hybrid — fast-moving SKUs in bonded warehouse, long-tail in direct shipping. We advise on the optimal model based on your product type, volume projections, and margin structure, and connect you with vetted logistics partners.
Yes. Our Commerce Pro and Enterprise packages include 30-day and 90-day post-launch support respectively. Beyond that, we offer ongoing shop management retainers covering: inventory management, pricing optimisation, customer service in Chinese, order fulfilment monitoring, product listing updates, promotional campaign management, and shop analytics reporting. Many clients pair XHS Shop management with our Account Management or Content Studio services for a full content-commerce stack.
XHS Shop operates as a standalone storefront within the Xiaohongshu app — it doesn’t directly sync with Shopify. However, we offer a separate Xiaohongshu × Shopify Integration Service that connects your Shopify store with XHS through pixel tracking, product feed sync, and conversion attribution. For brands already on Shopify, we recommend running both channels: XHS Shop for in-app purchases (higher conversion) and Shopify for users who discover your brand on XHS but prefer to buy on your own website.
Stop losing sales to the checkout gap. In this 30-minute consultation, our XHS commerce specialists will assess your product catalogue, advise on the right merchant registration path, outline compliance requirements for your category, and provide a fixed-scope quote for your shop setup. No obligation — just a clear roadmap from zero to live storefront.
Turn XHS Content Into Direct Revenue — Launch Your Storefront Today
Every note your brand publishes on Xiaohongshu is a missed sale without a shop. XHS Shop closes the loop — users discover your product in a note, tap the product tag, and purchase without ever leaving the app. Our team handles everything: merchant registration, product listings in native Chinese, cross-border compliance, logistics setup, payment configuration, and storefront design.
With 100+ storefronts launched and a 98% first-attempt approval rate, we get brands from zero to selling in 14 days. Contact us now and our XHS commerce team will provide a customised setup quote for your brand and product catalogue.
Singapore Office:
Hashmeta Pte Ltd
#11-08/09, 30A Kallang Place
Singapore 339213
Malaysia Office:
Hashmeta Sdn Bhd
Kuala Lumpur
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Malaysia
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