Shenzhen has many wholesale markets for electronics, clothing, jewelry, precious metals, and general merchandise.
This guide covers key wholesale markets across six major product categories, along with practical tips to help you plan your visit. Jump to the category you’re looking for.
Huaqiangbei electronics market
For electronics in Shenzhen, Huaqiangbei is usually the first place that comes to mind. From phone accessories and electronic components to consumer electronics and all kinds of cool gadgets, you’ll find plenty here.
Huaqiangbei is home to dozens of electronics markets, including Huaqiang Electronic World, SEG Electronics Market, and SEG Communication Market. Most are clustered within walking distance of each other, making it easy to visit several markets in one trip and compare products and prices from different vendors.
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Shenzhen clothing markets
Compared with Guangzhou’s clothing markets, Shenzhen has fewer options. But if you’re already in Shenzhen, there are still a few worth checking out.
Nanyou fashion wholesale market (南油服装批发市场)
It spans 20+ buildings and focuses mainly on women’s clothing. Most stalls are wholesale-oriented, with many requiring a minimum order of 3–5 pieces per style. Some also sell to retail customers.
If you’d like to learn more about this side of Shenzhen’s wholesale scene, check out: 5 Shenzhen Fake Markets
Dongmen clothing markets (东门服装市场)
There are several clothing markets around Dongmen pedestrian street (东门步行街), including:
- Baohua Baima Costume Wholesale City (宝华白马服装城): One of Dongmen’s long-established clothing markets, with a focus on youthful, fast-fashion styles.
- New White Horse International Clothing Wholesale City (新白马国际服饰批发城): From men’s and women’s clothing to clothing for middle-aged and older customers, as well as bags and accessories.
Sungang clothing wholesale market area (笋岗服装市场)
There are also a few clothing markets around Sungang in Luohu District, including:
- Huahaida International Garment Trading Center (华海达国际服装交易中心): From men’s and women’s clothing to kids’ clothing, shoes, and bags.
- Sungang Clothing Wholesale Center (笋岗服装批发中心): Good for buyers looking for affordable, ready-to-wear styles and bulk purchases. Some shops also carry export-style clothing.
Shenzhen jewelry markets
Shenzhen’s jewelry markets are mainly concentrated in the Shuibei area of Luohu District. They focus mostly on wholesale gold and silver jewelry, as well as diamond jewelry.
If your business focuses mainly on fashion jewelry, check out Guangzhou’s jewelry markets – Xijiao Building (西郊大厦) and Taikang Jewelry Market (泰康饰品城).
If purchasing fashion jewelry in bulk, Yiwu Market is often a more cost-effective option, with more competitive prices.
Longgang eyewear (龙岗眼镜)
Around 50% of the world’s mid- to high-end eyewear is produced in Shenzhen’s Longgang District, with much of the industry concentrated in Henggang and Yuanshan Subdistricts.
One market international buyers often visit is Jiabo International Eyewear City (嘉宝国际眼镜城). You can also visit nearby factories to check the production process, including mold making, component processing, finished-product assembly, and quality control.
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Dafen oil painting village (大芬油画村)
Dafen is a village in Shenzhen’s Longgang District. It was once known for mass-producing replicas of famous paintings by artists like Van Gogh and Monet. You can still find some affordable reproductions today, but the market now focuses more on wholesale and custom orders for decorative paintings.
You’ll also find everything needed to make and frame artwork, from canvases and paints to frames and framing services. While you’re there, you can even try your hand at oil painting and create your own for just a few dozen yuan.
How to get to Shenzhen and get around
International travelers can fly directly into Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport, or fly into Hong Kong International Airport first and then take a cross-border bus or high-speed train to Shenzhen.
Once in Shenzhen, you can take a taxi, use ride-hailing services like DiDi, or take the metro to get to the markets.
Shenzhen’s wholesale markets are spread across several districts, including Futian, Luohu, Longgang, and Nanshan. It’s a good idea to plan your route by district before your trip and visit markets in the same area on the same day.
Navigation tips
If you’re using an iPhone, Apple Maps is the easiest option. Android users can download AMap Global (高德地图) in advance.
It’s also a good idea to save the Chinese names of the markets beforehand. You can then simply copy and paste them into your map or ride-hailing app to find your way.
Payment tips
Before your trip, set up Alipay or WeChat Pay and link your international bank card. QR code payments are widely used in China, but it’s still a good idea to carry some RMB cash as a backup.
Making sourcing easier
Take time to check out multiple shops and compare product quality, prices, and MOQs before placing an order.
For shipping, you’ll find freight forwarders near many of Shenzhen’s wholesale markets. They can arrange international express, air freight, and sea freight. Some vendors can also help with packing and shipping.
Still, with so many markets and suppliers to choose from, finding the right products and suppliers can be challenging, especially if you’re sourcing from China for the first time. It takes a lot of time and experience to verify suppliers and maintain product quality.
JingSourcing is a sourcing company and has helped over 6,000 overseas buyers source products from China. We can help you find reliable suppliers, compare quotes and negotiate prices, handle product customization, quality inspections, and shipping.
If you’re looking to source electronics, toys, eyewear, decorative artwork, or other products, feel free to chat with us about your needs.