Yiwu
Zhejiang • Yangtze River DeltaTrade Importance Score: 98/100

Yiwu

(义乌)

The Small Commodities Capital of the World and undisputed sourcing paradise for general merchandise. Home to the legendary Yiwu International Trade City (Futian Market) spanning 5 massive districts with over 75,000 wholesale supplier booths serving buyers from over 210 countries.

Best For

General Merchandise ImporterRetail Chain & Supermarket BuyerE-Commerce & Amazon/Noon SellersToy & Stationery WholesalerFashion Accessories MerchantArab Trade Delegations

Prominent Commercial Districts & Streets

Futian International Trade Zone

Wholesale

International Trade City & Sourcing Megaplex

Main Products: ألعاب, أدوات مطبخ, إكسسوارات, قرطاسية, أدوات كهربائية
Yiwu BRT Line 1

Choucheng Downtown & Arab Commercial Quarter

Commercial Office

Arab Freight Forwarders, Halal Dining & Forex Banks

Main Products: شركات شحن وتخليص, مكاتب تجارية دولية, فنادق تجار
Chouzhou Road Commercial Center

Beiyuan Industrial Zone

Manufacturing

Toy, Cosmetics & Packaging Industrial Factories

Main Products: ألعاب بلاستيكية, عبوات تغليف, مواد مطبوعة
Beiyuan Express Road

Choujiang Hosiery & Hardware Manufacturing Hub

Manufacturing

Automated Hosiery Weaving & Hardware Fabrication

Main Products: جوارب قطنية ونايلون, سحابات, أدوات يدوية
Choujiang South Line

Wholesale Markets

7 Verified Markets

Yiwu International Trade City - District 1

(义乌国际商贸城一区)
Toys, Artificial Flowers & Jewelry

4 massive floors: Floor 1 features toys, inflatable items & plush dolls; Floor 2 houses artificial flowers & decorative plants; Floor 3 is dedicated to fashion jewelry & hair accessories; Floor 4 offers direct factory manufacturer outlets.

Chouzhou North Road, Futian, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: Yiwu BRT Line 1 (Futian 1 Station)
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
MOQ Level: Low

Yiwu International Trade City - District 2

(义乌国际商贸城二区)
Hardware, Kitchenware & Electronics

Floor 1 showcases luggage, bags & rainwear umbrellas; Floor 2 is the premier hardware, tools & electrical gear market; Floor 3 offers kitchenware, cutlery, small appliances & clocks; Floor 4 hosts government and manufacturer trade halls.

Chouzhou North Road, Futian, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: Yiwu BRT Line 1 (Futian 2 Station)
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
MOQ Level: Low

Yiwu International Trade City - District 3

(义乌国际商贸城三区)
Stationery, Eyewear & Sewing Accessories

Floor 1 features sewing zippers, buttons & garment trims; Floor 2 displays sports goods & fitness equipment; Floor 3 is the stationery, pen & eyewear optical hub; Floor 4 features mirrors and personal care beauty items.

Chouzhou North Road, Futian, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: Yiwu BRT Line 1
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
MOQ Level: Low

Yiwu International Trade City - District 4

(义乌国际商贸城四区)
Socks, Daily Necessities & Footwear

The world’s central exchange for socks and consumer hosiery; Floor 1 features socks & pantyhose; Floor 2 offers daily necessities & towels; Floor 3 holds shoes, lace, ties & belts; Floor 4 features underwear, bras, and fashion scarves.

Chouzhou North Road, Futian, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: Yiwu BRT Line 1
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
MOQ Level: Medium

Yiwu International Trade City - District 5

(义乌国际商贸城五区)
Auto Accessories, Home Textiles & Imports

Floor 1 hosts international imported commodities; Floor 2 features beddings, curtains & home textiles; Floor 3 offers knitted materials; Floor 4 is dedicated to automotive accessories, car seat covers, and vehicle repair parts.

Chouzhou North Road, Futian, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: Yiwu BRT Line 1
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
MOQ Level: Medium

Huangyuan Garment Wholesale Market

(篁园服装市场)
Ready-to-Wear Apparel & Children’s Fashion

8-story mega apparel wholesale mall dedicated to men’s clothing, women’s wear, children’s apparel, knitwear, sleepwear, and winter down jackets.

Jiangbin Road & Huangyuan Road, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: Yiwu Downtown Public Transport Hub
Hours: 08:30 - 17:30
MOQ Level: Low

Yiwu International Production Materials Market

(义乌国际生产资料市场)
Machinery, Raw Materials & Packaging

Specialized industrial market for light manufacturing machinery, food packaging automation lines, commercial printing equipment, plastic raw materials, and warehouse fittings.

Xuehai South Road, Choujiang District, Yiwu, Zhejiang
Nearest Metro: BRT Western Express Route
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
MOQ Level: Medium

Industrial Zones

Yiwu Hosiery & Circular Knitting Industrial Cluster

High Specialization

Produces & Exports >35% of the Global Sock Supply with Datang Cluster

Key Products: جوارب رجالية ونسائية, جوارب رياضية قطنية, كولونات نسائية

Yiwu Fashion Jewelry & Hair Accessories Cluster

High Specialization

World’s Largest Manufacturing Base for Fashion Hair Accessories & Costume Jewelry

Key Products: سلاسل وخواتم تقليدية, ربطات ومشابك شعر, أطقم إكسسوارات كريستال

Key Trade Fairs & Exhibitions

Small Commodities, Hardware, Toys & Household

China Yiwu International Commodities Fair (Yiwu Fair)

Yiwu International Expo Center, Zongze Road
Annually October 21–25
Official Trade Fair Website

⚠️ Fair dates may vary. Always verify on official website before travel.

Tools, Hardware, Locks & Electrical Appliances

China Yiwu Hardware & Electrical Appliances Expo

Yiwu International Expo Center
Annually in April
Official Trade Fair Website

⚠️ Fair dates may vary. Always verify on official website before travel.

What can you import from this city?

Small Commodities & Household Goods

General Merchandise

Why this city? Infinite product variety allowing consolidated container shipping across hundreds of suppliers.

Main Zone: Futian International Trade City
Wholesale Availability: High

Logistics & Shipping Hubs

Nearest Sea Ports
  • Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan (ميناء نينغبو - المنفذ البحري الرئيسي لإيوو؛ قطار شحن بضائع مباشر كل ساعتين إلى رصيف الميناء)
  • Shanghai Port (ميناء شنغهاي الدولي)

Seamless direct connection to Ningbo Port via Yiwu Inland Port, featuring on-site container customs clearance and seal inspection.

Nearest Airports
  • Yiwu Airport (YIW - مطار إيوو الداخلي - رحلات يومية إلى كوانزو وشينزن وبكين)
  • Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH - ساعة ونصف عبر الحافلة السريعة أو القطار)
  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG - ساعتان ونصف عبر القطار السريع)

Rapid sample air courier and freight connections through Yiwu and Hangzhou International Airports.

High Speed Rail
  • Yiwu Railway Station (محطة قطار إيوو - قطارات فائقة السرعة كل 15 دقيقة إلى شنغهاي وهانغتشو ونينغبو)

Business Traveler Guide

Best Visit Months:
مارسأبريلمايوسبتمبرأكتوبرنوفمبر

Four distinct seasons; spring and autumn are comfortable and ideal for long walking sessions inside Futian Market.

Recommended Stay Areas:
  • •Futian Market Area: Walking distance to market gates saves immense commute time.
  • •Chouzhou North Road (Arab Commercial Street): Best for halal dining and Arab shipping agencies.

Recommended Business Hotels

Yiwu Marriott Hotel

Luxury 5-Star - Opposite Market

Area: Directly opposite Futian District 3

💡 Top choice for VIP trade delegations; pedestrian crosswalk directly connects hotel to Futian market halls.

Your World International Hotel Yiwu

Luxury Resort & Conference 5-Star

Area: Xingfu Lake Area, Yiwu

💡 Expansive landscaped grounds and golf courses; ideal for executive retreats and confidential trade summits.

Shangri-La Hotel Yiwu

5-Star World Trade Center

Area: Binjiang Road Commercial Center, Yiwu

💡 Iconic skyscraper with panoramic skyline views, world-class amenities, and seamless transport links.

Top Dining & Halal Options

Al-Basha Arabic Restaurant Yiwu

Halal Verified

Halal Arab, Levantine & Gulf Cuisine

Chouzhou North Road (Arab Street), Yiwu, Zhejiang

👍 Charcoal grills, stuffed lamb, Saudi kabsa, fresh mezze, and private VIP business dining booths

Sultan Turkish Restaurant Yiwu

Halal Verified

Authentic Halal Turkish Grills

Chouzhou North Road, Yiwu, Zhejiang

👍 Adana kebabs, Turkish pide, Iskender steaks, and authentic brewed tea; legendary trade community hub

Ward Al Sham Syrian & Lebanese Restaurant

Halal Verified

Halal Syrian & Lebanese Cuisine

Binjiang Road, Arab Trade Quarter, Yiwu, Zhejiang

👍 Authentic Syrian shawarma, Aleppo kebabs, crispy falafel, and rapid hot lunches during sourcing rounds

Top Tourist Attractions & Landmarks

Futian Wetland Park

Scenic Waterfront Park

Peaceful waterfront gardens adjacent to Futian market complex for walking and unwinding after trade hours.

🚇 Opposite Futian District 4

Yiwu Santang Night Market

Bustling Night Street Market

Yiwu’s liveliest night bazaar packed with hundreds of stalls selling clothing, gadgets, souvenirs, and snacks.

🚇 Santang Road Pedestrian Street

Yiwu Media Gallery

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Last Updated: 2026-09-13
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