Where to Source What in China
Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian & Jiangsu Manufacturing Belts with Floor-by-Floor Wholesale Market Guides
Where to Source Products in China: Cities, Markets and Industry Clusters
China is not one single sourcing market. Different provinces, cities and industrial clusters specialise in different products. This practical guide helps Indian buyers identify the right sourcing location before travelling, contacting suppliers or confirming an order.
Important Buyer Guidance:In China, “state” is generally referred to as a province, municipality or autonomous region. A city may be known for a product category, but that does not mean every seller is a manufacturer. LCL Global recommends verifying the supplier, sample, HSN classification, Indian compliance requirements and landed cost before placing an order.
China Sourcing Map by Province and City
| Province | City / Cluster | Main Sourcing Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Zhejiang | Yiwu | Small commodities, jewellery, hair accessories, gifts, stationery, mixed orders |
| Zhejiang | Keqiao & Shaoxing | Garment fabrics, upholstery, home textiles and textile accessories |
| Zhejiang | Yongkang | Hardware, tools, metal goods, doors, kitchenware and fitness products |
| Zhejiang | Dongyang | Woodcraft, furniture, decorative products and traditional crafts |
| Zhejiang | Ningbo | Stationery, moulded goods, small appliances and household products |
| Zhejiang | Wenzhou | Footwear, eyewear, electrical products, printing and packaging |
| Zhejiang | Haining | Leather, synthetic leather, garments and home textiles |
| Guangdong | Guangzhou | Garments, bags, leather goods, beauty, jewellery, watches and wholesale markets |
| Guangdong | Shenzhen | Electronics, mobile accessories, smart devices, components and technology OEM |
| Guangdong | Dongguan | Furniture, footwear, bags, toys, electronics and contract manufacturing |
| Guangdong | Foshan | Furniture, ceramics, sanitaryware, building materials and home products |
| Guangdong | Guzhen & Zhongshan | Decorative, commercial, outdoor and LED lighting |
| Guangdong | Chenghai & Shantou | Toys, games, plastic toys and electronic toys |
| Guangdong | Chaozhou | Ceramics, tableware, sanitaryware and decorative products |
| Jiangsu | Suzhou | Textiles, electronics, machinery, industrial components and medical products |
| Jiangsu | Nantong | Home textiles, bedding, towels and furnishing fabrics |
| Jiangsu | Danyang | Eyewear, lenses, optical frames and accessories |
| Fujian | Quanzhou & Jinjiang | Footwear, sportswear, garments, bags and sports products |
| Fujian | Shishi | Garments, fashion textiles and apparel accessories |
| Fujian | Dehua | Ceramics, giftware and decorative pottery |
| Hebei | Baigou | Bags, luggage and related accessories |
| Hebei | Anping | Wire mesh, fencing and metal mesh products |
| Henan | Xuchang | Wigs, hairpieces and hair products |
| Jiangxi | Jingdezhen | Ceramics, porcelain, tableware and decorative products |
| Shandong | Qingdao | Tyres, machinery, seafood processing equipment and industrial products |
| Shandong | Weihai | Fishing tackle and outdoor fishing products |
* Industrial clusters are a starting point for supplier discovery. Product quality, MOQ, export experience and compliance capability vary by supplier.
Quick Category Finder
| Product Requirement | Cities to Examine First |
|---|---|
| Artificial jewellery and hair accessories | Yiwu, Guangzhou Panyu |
| Press on nails and nail accessories | Guangzhou, Yiwu and specialist factories in Guangdong or Zhejiang |
| Garments and fashion | Guangzhou, Shishi, Keqiao and Shaoxing |
| Bags and luggage | Guangzhou Guihuagang, Baigou, Yiwu and Dongguan |
| Consumer electronics | Shenzhen and Dongguan |
| Furniture | Foshan, Dongguan, Guangzhou and Dongyang |
| Lighting | Guzhen, Zhongshan, Shenzhen and Ningbo |
| Toys | Chenghai, Dongguan and Yiwu |
| Tools and hardware | Yongkang, Yiwu and Shanghai trade fairs |
| Fabrics | Keqiao, Guangzhou Zhongda and Nantong |
| Footwear | Jinjiang, Wenzhou, Guangzhou and Dongguan |
| Gifts and mixed general goods | Yiwu and Shenzhen gift fairs |
Yiwu International Trade Market Guide
Yiwu is particularly useful for Indian wholesalers, e-commerce sellers and retailers looking for small commodities, mixed categories and comparatively low-MOQ market sourcing. The market spans over 5 million square metres and should be planned by district and floor.
| District | Floor / Area | Principal Product Categories |
|---|---|---|
| District 1 | Floor 1 | Artificial flowers, flower accessories and toys |
| District 1 | Floor 2 | Hair accessories, headwear jewellery and fashion jewellery |
| District 1 | Floor 3 | Festival products, wedding crafts, decorative crafts, frames and crystals |
| District 1 | Floor 4 | Selected factory outlets and larger showrooms |
| District 2 | Main floors | Bags, luggage, umbrellas, hardware, tools, kitchenware, small appliances and electronic accessories |
| District 3 | Main floors | Stationery, office supplies, eyewear, sporting goods, cosmetics, buttons, zippers and garment accessories |
| District 4 | Main floors | Socks, footwear, hats, gloves, scarves, belts, underwear, towels and daily necessities |
| District 5 | Main floors | Imported goods, bedding, fabrics, automotive accessories, hotel supplies and e-commerce services |
Gate & Booth Guidance: Do not direct drivers to one permanent gate for an entire category. Yiwu shops are identified by district, floor, street, booth number and gate. Share your product photo with LCL Global before visiting; we can help identify the correct district, floor, and current booth location.
Guangzhou Wholesale Market Guide
Guangzhou and the surrounding Pearl River Delta host world-renowned specialized wholesale markets across garments, cosmetics, leather, fabrics, and accessories.
Baima and Guangzhou Railway Station apparel area
Garments, fashion and ready made clothing
Shahe wholesale area
Value oriented garments and fast moving fashion
Guihuagang leather markets
Bags, luggage, wallets and leather goods
Zhanxi footwear area
Shoes, footwear materials and accessories
Zhongda textile market area
Fabrics, trims, garment materials and textile accessories
Liwan and Panyu jewellery areas
Jewellery, components, stones and OEM manufacturing
Onelink and Yide Road area
Gifts, toys, stationery, houseware and festival products
Guangzhou Beauty Exchange Center area
Cosmetics, salon, beauty, packaging and accessories
Zhanxi watch market area
Watches, components and related accessories
* Market names, entrances and operating arrangements can change. Customers should confirm the Chinese address and current opening status before travelling.
Market Sourcing vs Factory Sourcing
Market Sourcing (e.g. Yiwu, Shahe, Guihuagang)
- Useful for comparing designs and mixed small quantities.
- May involve traders or market storefront shops.
- MOQs are typically lower.
- Fast product discovery and physical evaluation.
- Price may include domestic market trade margins.
Factory Sourcing (e.g. Shenzhen, Foshan, Yongkang)
- Useful for OEM, private label and custom manufacturing.
- Direct control over tooling, material specs and tolerances.
- MOQ is linked to industrial production economics.
- Better suited to repeat, high-volume orders.
- Direct factory pricing, but requires on-ground verification.
Checklist Before Confirming Any China Order
- Define specification, material, size, colour and packaging.
- Verify business licence and bank beneficiary details.
- Approve a physical production sample before mass run.
- Confirm MOQ, lead time, and inspection stage in writing.
- Identify correct eight digit Indian HSN and import policy.
- Verify BIS, WPC, CDSCO, Legal Metrology, EPR approvals.
- Calculate true landed cost including statutory duties and logistics.
- Reject under invoicing and counterfeit or replica goods.