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Does Alibaba
code as Electronics?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Alibaba — before you tap.

Codes as expected
VisaMastercardAmexDiscover
MCC Code
5045
Category
Computers / Computer Peripherals
Reward Category
Electronics
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Alibaba use?
Alibaba uses MCC 5045 — Computers / Computer Peripherals. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Alibaba by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Alibaba count as computers / computer peripherals for credit card rewards?
Yes — Alibaba codes as Computers / Computer Peripherals (MCC 5045), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a computers / computer peripherals category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Alibaba?
The best card depends on how Alibaba codes. Since it uses MCC 5045 (Computers / Computer Peripherals), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.