The complete Yiwu guide
Yiwu in Zhejiang province is the world capital of small commodities. Here is everything a trader needs about the city, its market, buying and shipping.
Yiwu guide
Yiwu, China: the complete city guide for tradersYiwu is a city in Zhejiang province in eastern China, administered by Jinhua, and known worldwide for its huge small co…Yiwu International Trade City District 1: what can you find?District 1 of Yiwu International Trade City is a huge multi-floor building where thousands of shops display product sam…Yiwu International Trade City District 2: what can you find?District 2 of Yiwu International Trade City is a huge multi-floor building where thousands of shops display product sam…Yiwu International Trade City District 3: what can you find?District 3 of Yiwu International Trade City is a huge multi-floor building where thousands of shops display product sam…Yiwu International Trade City District 4: what can you find?District 4 of Yiwu International Trade City is a huge multi-floor building where thousands of shops display product sam…Yiwu International Trade City District 5: what can you find?District 5 of Yiwu International Trade City is a huge multi-floor building where thousands of shops display product sam…How to get to Yiwu from Shanghai, Hangzhou or GuangzhouDirect international flights to Yiwu are limited, so most traders arrive through a large international airport and cont…How goods travel from Yiwu to Ningbo or Shanghai portYiwu has no seaport, yet its goods reach coastal ports every day. These are the usual stages.Rail freight from Yiwu to Europe and Central AsiaFreight trains run from Yiwu towards Europe and Central Asia as part of the China–Europe rail network, a middle option…Yiwu for Arab traders: what you need to knowYiwu is one of the Chinese cities that welcomes the most Arab traders, with many services that suit them. These are the…Negotiating wholesale prices in the Yiwu marketA price in Yiwu is not fixed; it depends on quantity, specifications, packing and payment terms. Understanding these ge…How to choose a sourcing agent in Yiwu: a checklistA Yiwu sourcing agent can save you a lot — or cost you a lot if chosen carelessly. Ask these questions before you start.Seasonal products from Yiwu: Ramadan, holidays and back to schoolYiwu is a major source of seasonal products worldwide. The key is timing: order late and the goods may arrive after the…Consolidation warehouse in Yiwu: combining goods from many shopsMost traders buy from dozens of Yiwu shops. The consolidation warehouse is where those purchases become one shipment.Buy in the Yiwu market or on 1688 online?Many traders ask whether to buy from Yiwu shops or 1688. The answer is often both, depending on the product.Quality checks in Yiwu before shippingYiwu goods come from many shops and factories, and pre-shipment checks are your last chance to catch mistakes while goo…
Yiwu market districts at a glance
| District | Known for | |
|---|---|---|
| District 1 | Toys، Artificial flowers، Accessories | Full guide › |
| District 2 | Tools، Electrical، Bags | Full guide › |
| District 3 | Stationery، Sports، Beauty supplies | Full guide › |
| District 4 | Socks، Daily goods، Hats & belts | Full guide › |
| District 5 | Imported goods، Bedding، Auto accessories | Full guide › |
Layouts change as shops move; use as a starting point.
Buying and shipping guides from Yiwu
Guide to Yiwu International Trade CityWhere to find each product category in Yiwu marketsHow to plan a buying trip to YiwuBuying from Yiwu without travelling: how remote sourcing worksMinimum order quantity (MOQ) in China and how to handle itHow to compare quotes from Chinese suppliersFactory or trading company? How to tell the differencePreparing one shipment from several Chinese factoriesPre-shipment inspection: what to checkSea freight: full container (FCL) or shared container (LCL)?How volumetric weight is calculated for air freight and parcelsHow to calculate cubic metres (CBM) for sea freightIncoterms in brief: EXW, FOB, CIF and DDPEssential documents for a shipment from ChinaProhibited and restricted goods when shipping from ChinaShipping products with batteries from ChinaPacking fragile goods for international shippingWhat to ask your China buying office during order follow-upPrivate label and custom packaging from ChinaPaying suppliers in China: what to watch forChinese New Year and its impact on production and shippingChina Yiwu International Commodities Fair: is it worth visiting?How to start an online store with products from ChinaSamples before bulk orders: when and howBuying from 1688 and Taobao through an agentCommon mistakes when importing from China for the first timeTemporary storage in Yiwu before shippingHow to request an accurate shipping quoteYiwu, Guangzhou or Shenzhen: where should you buy?
What to buy in Yiwu
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