About Yiwu Wholesale Market

The Yiwu Market is the world's largest small commodity wholesale market, spanning 2.1 million square meters. It carries over 100,000 suppliers, 75,000 booths with millions of products, and is divided into 5 districts, each housing different collections of products.

With more than 100,000 people visiting the market every day, sourcing products can be challenging. Market Union is here to help make the process easier, convenient, and cost-effective!

 

Getting to Yiwu Market

As the Yiwu Market is located in the city center, visitors can take different types of transportation to get there.

1.From Yiwu Airport to Yiwu Market

By Bus: Take bus line 102 to Yiwu International Trade City from Yiwu Airport for $2, a 50-minute journey.
By Taxi: The fastest way to arrive at the Yiwu market is by taxi, costing $35-$45 and taking about 15-20 minutes

 

2.From Yiwu Railway Station to Yiwu Market

By Bus: The Yiwu Railway Station is about 7 miles from Yiwu International Trade City. Take bus line 801 and get off at Phase One of International Trade City.
By Taxi: The drive is about 25 minutes and costs about $50.

 

By Taxi

Taking a taxi is another convenient option. Prices may vary from $30-$50 depending on the distance.

 

Yiwu Market’s 5 Districts

District 1

1st Floor: Various types of toys, artificial flowers, and flower accessories.
2nd Floor: Jewelry and head ornaments.
3rd Floor: Jewelry, ornament accessories, craft materials, picture frames, crystals, porcelain, crafts for festivals, decoration, and tourism.4th Floor: Taiwan Mall, factory outlet of toys/plastic flowers/ornaments, and a sourcing center for foreign trade companies.

 

 

District 2

1st Floor: Suitcases and bags, umbrellas, rainwear.
2nd Floor: Vehicles, hardware items, hardware tools and accessories, locks, electronic products.
3rd Floor: Kitchenware, bathroom materials, small home appliances, clocks and watches, batteries, light products.
4th Floor: Electronics, suitcases and bags, clocks and watches, hardware and electronic appliances. Showrooms include Sichuan Mall, South Korea Mall, and Hong Kong Mall.
5th Floor: Export agencies, foreign trade procurement service center.

 

District 3

1st Floor: Stationary and office supplies, ink, glasses, and other eyewear.
2nd Floor: Sports equipment, leisure and entertainment products, stationary.
3rd Floor: Cosmetics and beauty products, apparel accessories, zippers and buttons, factory outlets for zippers.
4th Floor: Sports gear and outdoor products, cosmetics and beauty products, clothing accessories.
5th Floor: Imported commodities mall.

 

District 4

1st Floor: Socks, apparel products.
2nd Floor: Daily necessities, knitted products, gloves, hats.
3rd Floor: Textile accessories like buckles, laces, shoes, threads, ribbons, sewing tape, wool yarn, and towels.
4th Floor: Bras, undergarments, belts, scarves.
5th Floor: Tourism and shopping center, daily necessities.

 

District 5

1st Floor: Imported products, jewelry and handcrafts, ornaments and crafts, healthcare products, food, and African products exhibition center.
2nd Floor: Bedding items, DIY handcraft, red Chinese knots.
3rd Floor: Textile materials like curtains, knitted fabrics.
4th Floor: Automobile and car accessories, motorcycle and car parts, pet products.

 

 

Challenges of Buying at Yiwu Market

Sourcing products at Yiwu market can feel daunting, especially for foreign buyers or first-time buyers as different challenges can come up along the way. For example, language barriers, issues with price negotiation, difficulties with logistics and regulations, etc.

 

Market Union is happy to help and provide solutions to these challenges:

Common Challenges Experienced by Foreign Buyers	Market Union’s Solutions
Language and cultural barriers Communicating with Chinese suppliers can be challenging, especially if you need to engage in exchanges or discuss complex technical issues. Misunderstandings or misinterpretation can affect your needs, contract negotiations or cause delays in procurement.	Translation service Our experienced team of multilingual sourcing agents can provide translation service to ensure your needs are communicated clearly with suppliers.
Supply chains Identifying foreign suppliers that are reliable and financially stable can be complex and time-consuming. There are many options, but you may need to do research beforehand before engaging with the supplier.	Supplier vetting We conduct research and vet suppliers for you ensure the manufactures are reliable, financially stable, comply with relevant regulations and meet your standards.
Price negotiation Negotiating prices and bargaining may be a challenge for foreign buyers as they may not be familiar or have the market knowledge/skills to negotiate competitive prices.	Money-saving negotiation Our team of experienced agents excel in the Yiwu market. We will help to negotiate the best possible prices to maximize your savings.
Quality control and assurance Inspecting products from local manufacturers can be challenging without proper quality control.	Rigorous quality control Sourcing quality products from reliable suppliers is our priority. We apply rigorous quality control and perform regular quality checks to verify the products are up to the standard and desired quality.
Foreign logistics Arranging international shipping can be complex, given the increased distances, movement of goods across borders, and customs regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations can cause delays, fines and even the confiscation of goods.	Streamlined logistics management We monitor and manage every part of the logistical process, including shipping and customs clearance. Our goal is to make sure that you receive your products as fast as possible.

 

How We Help: Our Yiwu Market Sourcing Services

At Market Union, we simplify the procurement process, ensuring product quality and efficient shipping. Here's a step-by-step guide to our services:

 

1.Airport Pickup

We provide airport pick-up services. Please inform us of your travel schedule in advance.

2.Yiwu Market Tour Guide

Our agents guide you through the market, offering professional translation services in multiple languages.

3.Supplier Sourcing and Matching

With access to over 2 million products, we help you identify and source suppliers, ensuring they are reliable and reputable.

4.Price Negotiation

We use our bargaining skills to secure the best price deals for you.

5.Confirming Order

We provide product samples for your approval and ensure the supplier understands your needs before production begins.

6.Quality Inspection and Control

We closely monitor production and conduct rigorous quality checks at all stages of the production cycle.

7.Seamless and Transparent Logistics Service

We provide end-to-end transparency for all purchases, handling all logistics stages and providing relevant documentation. By choosing Market Union, you can focus on your business while we handle the sourcing and logistics with precision and care.

Buying From Yiwu 
Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Foreign buyers may find it daunting to source products from Yiwu. Yiwu is the world's largest

small commodity production hub. The Yiwu market is huge, with over 2.1 million square meters of

space. It has over 200,000 suppliers, making it quite complex.

Your Comprehensive Yiwu Sourcing Solution

Our Yiwu sourcing service is more than just finding products. This solution simplifies

procurement, improves product quality, and boosts profitability.