It would be nice if eBay would let us buyers know the ACTUAL location right up front on the listing. China is a cash cow for eBay and I think they are treading lightly on the subject myself.
What one can do is what I did. I enact my own policy to not buy from them. It takes some detective work (which we shouldn't have to do) to discern the sellers location via feedback, estimated delivery date etc.
Another way I prevent this is that I don't buy commonly available items without opening another window and checking other sources to see their prices. I don't want to pay a Chinese (or any other ) seller a dropshipping mark up.
As far as nondomestic items made elsewhere I won't buy unless there's a physical location where I can pick it up first and inspect or return it in person. Everything seems to be made in China nowdays but unless a retailer in the US has it on their shelves..................................
