Yiwu China business guide
Your guide to doing business in Yiwu, China
Learn how to source products, visit Yiwu markets, and simplify your China buying journey.
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Where should I start?
Choose the path that matches where you are. Not sure? Take the readiness check.
I'm new to Yiwu — help me understand
Market basics, districts, and how wholesale sourcing works.
Get started →02I'm planning a trip to Yiwu
Transportation, hotels, market districts, and a visitor checklist.
Get started →03I have a product and need supplier help
Find suppliers, compare MOQ, or submit a sourcing request.
Get started →04I'm stuck on MOQ, shipping, or import
Guides on minimum orders, freight, customs, and supplier communication.
Get started →Interactive buyer tool
Already know what you want to source?
Match your product to the right district, then use the buyer toolkit for day plans and quote comparison.
How it works
How easyiwu works
A simple journey from learning to sourcing — education first, support when you need it.
Learn about Yiwu
Read practical guides on Yiwu markets, supplier search, MOQ, shipping, and import basics.
Explore guides →Plan your sourcing journey
Prepare for a Yiwu visit or remote sourcing with travel tips, checklists, and market advice.
Visit Yiwu guide →Get professional support when needed
When you are ready, submit your request for hands-on sourcing help from our sourcing partner.
Get sourcing help →Knowledge base
Yiwu sourcing guides
Practical guides on buying from Yiwu, finding suppliers, MOQ, shipping, and avoiding scams. Planning a trip? See the Visit Yiwu guide.
How to Get to Yiwu from Shanghai: Best Routes for First-Time Buyers
The simplest route for most buyers is a high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station to Yiwu Railway Station. Direct services commonly take about 1.5–2 hours, but schedules and ticket availability vary by date.
Read guide →Visit YiwuWhere to Stay in Yiwu for Market Visits: Best Areas for Buyers
For a market-focused trip, stay around Yiwu International Trade City in the Futian area. This is the practical default when most working days begin at the market and you expect to return to suppliers.
Read guide →Visit YiwuHow to Plan One Day at Futian Market in Yiwu
One day at Futian Market can be productive if your plan is focused. It becomes a waste of time if you arrive without knowing your category, district, or supplier checklist.
Read guide →Why Easyiwu
Built for international buyers
Easyiwu helps buyers understand Yiwu, China's largest wholesale market, and make better sourcing decisions — with Yiwu-based knowledge written for overseas importers, not sales pitches.
Practical Yiwu knowledge
Clear guides on how the market works — not generic marketplace listings.
Buyer-focused sourcing guidance
Advice written for international importers, entrepreneurs, and first-time buyers.
Local experience from Yiwu
Grounded in real Yiwu market workflows, districts, and sourcing practices.
Ready for hands-on help
Choose the support that matches your stage
Our Yiwu partner can help earlier in supplier search, or later when goods already need consolidation and shipping coordination.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I buy from Yiwu without visiting China?
- Many overseas buyers source from Yiwu remotely through sourcing agents or verified partners. You can share product photos, specs, and target pricing, receive samples, and place orders without traveling. Visiting Yiwu can help with complex product lines, but it is not required for every buyer.
- What is the minimum order quantity?
- MOQ varies by product category, supplier type, and customization level. Yiwu traders may offer lower MOQs than direct factories for stock items, while custom branding often raises minimums. Compare MOQ across suppliers before committing.
- How do I find reliable suppliers?
- Look for suppliers with relevant export experience, request samples, review business documentation where possible, compare multiple quotes, and consider a small trial order when practical. A sourcing partner can help with verification and communication if you need extra support.
- How long does shipping take?
- Shipping time depends on method, destination, customs clearance, and order size. Sea freight is often the most economical for bulk orders and may take several weeks. Air freight is usually faster but typically costs more. Express options suit small samples.
- Can you help with inspection?
- Qualified sourcing requests may include quality inspection support — such as sample review, pre-shipment checks, or factory verification — coordinated through our Yiwu sourcing partner when appropriate for your project.