Learn how to list products effectively and attract more buyers
10 min read
•3 sections
1Creating Your First Listing
A well-crafted listing is the foundation of successful selling on Gloseg. Here's how to fill out each field for maximum buyer engagement.
gloseg.com/seller/products/new
Product Listing Form - Seller Dashboard
Title
Raw Shea Butter, Unrefined - 25kg
Category
Personal Care → Raw Materials
HS Code
1515.90AfCFTA ✓
Price
$3.50
per kg
MOQ
100 kg
Listing Form Walkthrough
Field
Guidelines
Example
Title
Descriptive, 10–80 chars
Raw Shea Butter, Unrefined - 25kg
Category
Select most specific
Personal Care → Raw Materials
HS Code
6-digit harmonized code
1515.90
Description
200–2000 characters
Detailed specs + uses
MOQ
Minimum order quantity
100 kg
Unit Price
USD or local currency
$3.50/kg
Lead Time
Business days
7–14 days
Use AI HS Code Finder
Not sure of your HS Code? Use Gloseg's built-in AI HS Code Finder tool on the listing form. It automatically suggests the correct harmonized system code based on your product description - critical for AfCFTA preferential tariffs.
AfCFTA Tagging
Products with correct HS Codes and origin certificates are automatically tagged as "AfCFTA Eligible", giving you priority placement in buyer searches from African countries.
2Product Image Requirements
High-quality images significantly increase buyer inquiries. Follow these specifications for the best results.
5
Images per listing
800×800
Min resolution (px)
1200×1200
Recommended (px)
5 MB
Max file size
Accepted Formats
JPGPNGWebP
gloseg.com/seller/products/edit
Image Upload Area - Product Editor
IMG 1
IMG 2
IMG 3
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Drag & drop or click to upload. First image becomes your main listing photo.
Good vs. Bad Examples
✅ Good Image
Clean white background
Product fills 80% of frame
Sharp focus, good lighting
Shows product details clearly
Multiple angles provided
❌ Bad Image
Cluttered background
Product too small in frame
Blurry or dark photos
Watermarks or text overlays
Stock photos not of actual product
3Writing Compelling Descriptions
Your product description is your sales pitch. A well-written description answers buyer questions before they ask.
Description Template
Product Description Template
[Product Name] | [Key Specification] | [Certifications] | [MOQ]
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Briefly describe what the product is and its primary use cases.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Material: [e.g., 100% Organic Cotton]
- Weight/Volume: [e.g., 25 kg per bag]
- Dimensions: [if applicable]
- Color/Finish: [e.g., Natural, unbleached]
- Shelf Life: [if applicable]
CERTIFICATIONS
- [e.g., ISO 9001, NAFDAC, SON]
- AfCFTA Certificate of Origin: [Yes/No]
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
- Packaging: [e.g., 25kg PP woven bags]
- Lead Time: [e.g., 7-14 business days]
- Port of Loading: [e.g., Apapa Port, Lagos]
SEO Tips for B2B Buyers
1
Include HS Code
Add the 6-digit HS Code in your description for AfCFTA-specific searches and preferential tariff matching.
2
Mention Certifications
Highlight ISO, NAFDAC, KEBS, SON certifications prominently - buyers filter by these.
3
Use Specific Quantities
Say '25kg bags' not 'bulk available'. Specificity converts better in B2B.
4
Add Port of Loading
Buyers factor in shipping logistics. Include your nearest port (e.g., Apapa Port, Lagos).
5
State Payment Terms
List accepted payment terms (L/C, T/T, escrow) to pre-qualify serious buyers.
Prohibited Content
Contact information (phone, email, WhatsApp) in descriptions
