Yiwu (义乌) is the world's largest small-commodity market. With 75,000+ booths spread across 5 huge districts, 40+ categories, and millions of products, it's a treasure trove for importers looking for low-cost, high-volume goods.
If you're a Bangladeshi retailer, wholesaler, or e-commerce seller, Yiwu should be on your radar. Here's everything you need to know.
What Is the Yiwu International Trade City?
Located in Zhejiang Province, Yiwu is 300 km south of Shanghai. The market is massive — it would take you over a year to visit every booth for 5 minutes each. It's divided into 5 main districts (called "sections" or "areas"):
| District | What They Sell |
|---|---|
| District 1 | Toys, flowers, crafts, jewelry, accessories |
| District 2 | Hardware, tools, locks, electrical products, suitcases, umbrellas |
| District 3 | Crafts, cosmetics, stationery, office supplies, sports goods |
| District 4 | Socks, underwear, textiles, shoes, hats, gloves |
| District 5 | Auto accessories, textiles, bedding, food, imports |
What Can You Source from Yiwu?
Almost anything small, lightweight, and affordable:
- Fashion accessories — jewelry, bags, belts, scarves, watches
- Toys & gifts — educational toys, party supplies, seasonal gifts
- Homeware — kitchen tools, storage boxes, decorative items
- Cosmetics & beauty tools — mirrors, brushes, nail accessories
- Stationery & office supplies — pens, notebooks, diaries
- Socks & garments — socks, underwear, scarves, gloves
- Hardware & tools — small tools, locks, kitchen utensils
- LED lights & electronics accessories — small gadgets, cables
How to Source from Yiwu — Step by Step
Option 1: Visit Yiwu in Person
If you can travel to China, here's how to do it:
- Book your trip. Fly to Shanghai or Hangzhou, then take the 1-hour high-speed train to Yiwu.
- Plan which districts to visit. Don't try to see everything. Focus on 1–2 relevant districts.
- Bring a translator. Most booth owners speak limited English. Hiring a local interpreter costs around $50–80/day.
- Take photos and note booth numbers. Each booth has a unique number — write it down so you can reorder later.
- Negotiate prices. Yiwu prices are already low, but you can often get 10–30% off for bulk orders.
- Arrange shipping. Once you've collected goods from multiple booths, they need to be consolidated and shipped.
Option 2: Use a Sourcing Agent (Recommended)
Can't travel? Don't speak Chinese? A local sourcing agent in Yiwu can do everything for you:
- Visit booths on your behalf and take photos
- Negotiate prices with suppliers
- Collect goods from multiple booths and consolidate them
- Inspect quality before shipping
- Handle payment in RMB
- Arrange air or sea freight to your door
MashXpress has a Yiwu warehouse
We have a physical warehouse in Yiwu. Our team visits the market for you, consolidates your purchases, inspects quality, and ships everything to Bangladesh — DDP. You never have to leave Dhaka.
Learn About Our Sourcing Service →Yiwu vs Alibaba — Which Is Better?
| Factor | Yiwu Market | Alibaba.com |
|---|---|---|
| Product range | Small commodities, accessories, gifts | Everything, including industrial products |
| MOQ | Very low (often 1–10 pieces) | Higher MOQ (50–500 pieces) |
| Price | Lowest possible (factory-direct) | Slightly higher (platform fees) |
| Quality inspection | You can see/touch products | Photos only |
| Best for | Retailers, small wholesalers, e-commerce | Large-volume buyers, industrial products |
| Consolidation | Need to collect from many booths | One supplier, one shipment |
Best practice: Use Yiwu for small, high-volume, low-cost items. Use Alibaba for larger, more standardized products. Use MashXpress to consolidate everything into one shipment to Bangladesh.
Common Mistakes When Sourcing from Yiwu
- Trying to visit everything. You can't. Focus on your product category only.
- Not consolidating. If you buy from 10 different booths, you need one warehouse to collect everything. That's what our Yiwu warehouse does.
- Paying in USD directly to booth owners. Most Yiwu suppliers prefer RMB. We handle RMB payment safely.
- Forgetting about shipping costs. Yiwu prices are low, but shipping + customs + duties add 25–45% to total cost. Always calculate landed cost.
- Not checking product quality. Yiwu has everything from premium to very low quality. Always inspect before shipping.
How Shipping Works from Yiwu to Bangladesh
- Goods arrive at our Yiwu warehouse from multiple booths/suppliers.
- We inspect and consolidate your goods — repack, label, and prepare for shipping.
- We ship by sea or air — sea freight takes 12–18 days to Chittagong, air freight takes 3–5 days to Dhaka.
- We clear customs in Bangladesh — all duties, VAT, and taxes handled (DDP).
- We deliver to your door in Dhaka, Chittagong, or anywhere in Bangladesh.
Ready to Start Sourcing from Yiwu?
You don't need to travel to China. Message us on WhatsApp with what products you're looking for. Our Yiwu team will visit the market, take photos, negotiate prices, and send you a DDP quote — all from Dhaka.