Wholesaler or Marketplace? How to Buy Arabic Perfumes for Resale
In short: retailers buying Arabic perfumes for resale have two routes – a specialised wholesaler like Rimaal.de or a B2B marketplace like Qogita or Faire. The wholesaler wins on a low minimum order, same-day dispatch from one warehouse and a fixed contact; marketplaces win on a very wide brand choice from many sources.
The comparison at a glance
| Rimaal.de (wholesaler) | Qogita (marketplace) | Faire (marketplace) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | One wholesaler, own warehouse in Düsseldorf | Platform with 500+ suppliers | Platform with thousands of independent brands |
| Focus | Arabic and oriental perfumes, 25+ brands | Health & beauty in general | Mainly independent brands across many categories |
| Minimum order | €390 net, 3 units per scent, brands freely combinable | First orders from about €500 (per provider) | Set by each brand |
| Delivery time | Same-day dispatch if paid by 12:00, EU usually 1–4 business days | Free shipping, delivery in about 10 business days (per provider) | Depends on brand and ship-from location |
| Invoice | One invoice from Protrade Deutschland GmbH | Invoices per supplier | Via Faire |
| Payment | Prepayment, card, PayPal, Klarna, SEPA; invoice for regular customers | See provider | Payment terms up to 60 days (per provider) |
| EAN / GPSR | EAN on every item, GPSR documents and purchase invoices on request | Depends on supplier | Depends on brand |
| Pickup / advice | Showroom in Düsseldorf, advice in German, English, French, Arabic | Online | Online |
Qogita and Faire details: as of September 2026, based on the providers' public information. Please check their current terms directly.
When a wholesaler is the better choice
- You need fast reorders and stock in your shop within a few days.
- You want to test with small quantities: 3 units per scent instead of full cartons.
- You need GPSR documents and clear proof of origin from one source for selling in the EU.
- You sell brands only available exclusively, e.g. Le Falconé, Saleel, Camara Perfumes or Amaran – exclusive at Rimaal in Europe.
When a marketplace can make sense
- You're looking for many other beauty categories besides perfume on one platform.
- You want to compare prices across many suppliers and accept longer delivery times.
- Long payment terms matter more to you than fast delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Is a wholesaler more expensive than a marketplace?
Not necessarily. Marketplaces often show the cheapest offer from many suppliers, but with longer delivery times and higher minimum orders. At Rimaal.de you see wholesale prices after free account approval and can compare directly.
Can I combine both?
Yes. Many retailers buy core brands and fast-selling bestsellers from a wholesaler and add to their range via marketplaces.
How do I check that goods are authentic?
Look for an EAN barcode, batch number, GPSR details and a proof of purchase. More in the guide How to spot original perfume.