Mar 10, 2022|
JD Super Releases “2022 On-Demand Consumption Trend Report”
by Mengyang He
JD Super, JD.com’s online supermarket business, released the “2022 On-Demand Consumption Trend Report” on March 5, revealing the latest trends of on-demand consumption based on Shop Now consumption data. The report shows that supermarket goods are the main category of on-demand consumption, and there are 9 consumption trends, including first-tier cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen) where the majority of Shop Now consumption takes place.
Shop Now, jointly launched by JD.com and Dada Group last October, is a new business dedicated for JD’s on-demand consumer retail section, and it will more easily connect JD’s more than 550 million customers with products offering delivery within one hour.
According to the report, the top 5 cities that use Shop Now services are Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Shanghai. Beer, snacks, paper towels, baby formula, and menstrual pads make the list for top 5 categories of on-demand consumption, ranging from partying, and emergency use.
Meanwhile, the consumption preferences in different cities vary from one another. The most purchased products by consumers in Beijing are condiments, such as sesame oil, and the most purchased products in Guangzhou are shampoo and other daily necessities. Additionally, the proportion of orders for snacks purchased in Beijing has reached 45 percent.
On demographics, consumers under the age of 35 account for 55 percent. Consumers over the age of 46 have gradually joined the Shop Now consumer group, taking up 24 percent and are keen to purchase daily necessities such as soybean oil through Shop Now services.
The growth rate of female consumers born after the year of 2000 has exceeded 6 times YOY. Many post-2000 females tend to purchase high-quality nutritional products such as premium milk through Shop Now. Another high-growth group are mothers born after 1995, which has increased sixfold YOY in 2021.
At present, JD Super with Shop Now services have covered more than 34,000 physical stores, providing immediate consumption services to consumers in nearly 400 cities across China. It has become an increasingly common choice for consumers to visit JD Super online from home, purchase daily necessities, and enjoy the one-hour delivery experience.
Nov 7, 2024|
CIIE 2024: JD.com to Expand Imports of Specialty Brands, Strengthen Healthcare Partnerships, and Enhance Logistics
At the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) on November 5, JD Super, the supermarket division of JD.com, announced a major initiative to broaden its selection of imported specialty. Over the next three years, JD Super plans to introduce over 1,000 new international brands to meet the increasing demand for high-quality, diverse imported goods.
Meeting the Growing Demand for Quality Imports
According to JD Worldwide’s “White Paper on 2024 China Cross-Border Consumption Trends,” more than 80% of Chinese consumers are interested in imported products, with many prioritizing authenticity, quality, and fast delivery. In response, JD has significantly expanded its range of international offerings. During the ongoing Singles’ Day Grand Promotion, sales of cross-border products have surged, with more than 600 brands experiencing a sales increase of over 100% compared to last year.
Strengthening High-Quality Food Partnerships
Demonstrating JD.com’s commitment to sourcing high-quality products, JD Super signed a new procurement agreement at CIIE with Huadong Foods and Teys, a major Australian beef brand under Cargill. Under this agreement, JD Super and Huadong Foods will procure $50 million of Teys beef throughout 2025. This partnership underscores JD’s strategy of collaborating with trusted suppliers to provide high-quality, affordable beef to Chinese consumers.
Delivering Authentic Global Goods Efficiently
JD Logistics has built a robust logistics network that spans bonded, direct mail, and overseas warehouses, facilitating fast deliveries of imported items across categories such as electronics, fashion, beauty, food, and baby products. In many major cities, delivery times have been reduced to under 48 hours.
For instance, JD Super’s partnership with Raub of Malaysia enables the import of Musang King durians, which are harvested at peak ripeness and air-shipped with cold chain logistics for delivery within 24 hours. Additionally, JD.com also secured an early supply of Chilean cherries, available since October, which can be delivered in as little as 30 minutes in many areas through JD NOW, its on-demand retail service.
JD.com’s “JD National Pavilions” program, which features over 150 country-themed flagship stores from more than 70 countries and regions, continues to be a cornerstone of its import strategy. Supported by embassies and reputable organizations, this initiative offers Chinese consumers access to premium products and cultural experiences from around the world. In April, JD launched the JD National Pavilion of Mali, introducing popular items like shea butter and garnering over 40,000 followers.
Expanding Healthcare and Logistics Partnerships
JD Health is also making strides at CIIE by strengthening partnerships with leading global healthcare companies, including Merck, Bayer, and Roche. As “China’s premier online health access point,” JD Health is committed to integrating digital and physical healthcare resources to improve access and convenience for patients.
Key collaborations include initiatives with Haleon to promote brain health and anti-aging for the “silver economy,” with MSD China on a digital diabetes management model, and with Teva Pharmaceuticals to provide patient education for conditions such as tardive dyskinesia (TD) and Huntington’s disease (HD).
On the logistics front, JD Logistics announced plans to double its overseas warehouse space by 2025 and expand its network of bonded and direct mail warehouses. JD Express now serves over 60 countries, enhancing cross-border delivery efficiency and supporting both brands and consumers.
Through these efforts, JD.com reaffirms its commitment to sourcing and delivering authentic, high-quality imported products to Chinese consumers, supported by an advanced supply chain that ensures a superior shopping experience.
(vivian.yang@jd.com)
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