China Toys Wholesale Market 2025: Guide to Sourcing Strategies

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China Toys Wholesale Market 2025: Guide to Sourcing Strategies

Post author:Tony Chen
Post published:April 7, 2025
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1 Why import from China Toys Wholesale market?

China’s Role in Global Toy Sourcing
- 70%+ of global toy production (UN Comtrade data)
- Diverse markets catering to OEM/ODM, retail, e-commerce, and bulk buyers
Why Source Toys from China?
- Cost Efficiency: 30–50% lower production costs than many countries
- Product Variety: From $0.10 plastic toys to $100+ collectibles
- Mature Supply Chain: Expertise in mold development, QC, and logistics

2 Major Toys Wholesale Markets in China

#1 Shantou Chenghai Toys– “China’s Toy Capital”

Market Overview
- 8,000+ factories, 30% of China’s toy exports (2023 China Toy Association)
- Focus: Plastic toys, electronic toys, RC cars, educational toys
Core Advantages
- Factory-direct pricing (60% of suppliers have no middlemen)
- Strong R&D for tech-integrated toys (LED, Bluetooth-enabled designs)
Key Markets
- Chenghai Toy City: 500+ booths, MOQ 100–500 units
- Annual China Toy Expo: 2,000+ exhibitors showcasing new products
Ideal for
- Medium-to-large orders (500–10,000 units), brand OEM projects, Amazon FBA sellers
Location & Transport
- Zhongshan North Road, Chenghai District, Shantou. 40-minute drive from Shantou High-Speed Railway Station.

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#2 Yiwu International Trade City – “Global Commodity Hub”

Market Overview
- 7,000+ toy suppliers in Zone 3 (Sports & Toys Building)
- Focus: Plush toys, promotional toys, low-cost plastic items (MOQ 50–500 units)
Core Advantages
- Multi-category sourcing (combine toys with packaging, gifts, stationery)
- Flexible MOQs: 50 units for simple plush toys, 200 units for printed items
Key Markets
- Toys & Gifts Zone: 2,000+ shops, 80% offer mixed orders
- Yiwu Toy Factory Alliance: 200+ factories for fast prototyping (7–15 days)
Ideal for
- Small businesses, event planners, dropshippers (low MOQ + 20-day turnaround)
Location & Transport
- Futian Road, Chengbei Street, Yiwu. Direct bus (Route 101) from Yiwu Railway Station.

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#3 Guangzhou – “South China Distribution Hub”

Market Overview
- 4 major toy markets, 20% of China’s toy imports/exports (Guangzhou Customs)
- Focus: High-end toys, collectibles, licensed IP products (Disney, Marvel)
Key Markets
- Yide Road Toy Plaza
  - 1,500+ shops, 60% specialize in licensed toys. MOQ 200–1,000 units for branded items, 50 units for generics.
- Baiyun Toy Wholesale Center
  - 800+ suppliers, strong in baby toys (rattles, soft books) with CE/EN 71 certification.
Ideal for
- Retail chains, brand distributors, cross-border e-commerce (Amazon/Etsy premium listings)
Location & Transport
- Yide West Road, Yuexiu District. Direct metro (Line 2) to Haizhu Square Station.

#4 Dongguan – “High-Quality Manufacturing Base”

Market Overview
- 2,000+ factories specializing in premium materials (ABS, silicone, die-cast metal)
- Focus: Action figures, model cars, educational STEM toys
Core Advantages
- 60% of factories have ISO 9001/BSCI certifications (export-ready for EU/US)
- Precision manufacturing (mold accuracy ±0.05mm for complex designs)
Key Markets
- Dalang Toy Industrial Zone: 300+ factories, MOQ 1,000 units
- Chang’an Toy Sourcing Center: 200+ OEM/ODM suppliers, 45-day production lead time
Ideal for
- Premium brands, Kickstarter projects, corporate gifts (strict quality requirements)
Location & Transport
- Dalang Town, Dongguan. 60-minute drive from Shenzhen Bao’an Airport.

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#5 Other Regional Markets

Chengdu – Western China Hub
- Focus: Regional wholesale of low-cost plush/educational toys for Sichuan/Chongqing.
- Market: Jinjiang Toy Wholesale City, MOQ 100 units.
Zhengzhou – Central China Distribution
- Focus: Bulk orders for Henan/Shanxi, 500+ suppliers of plastic/doll toys.
Ningbo – Maritime Export Hub
- Focus: Outdoor toys (inflatable, sand toys), 30% of China’s beach toy exports.

3. How to Choose the Right Market?

Choose by Product Type

Product Type	Recommended Market	Key Advantage
Plastic/Electronic Toys	Shantou Chenghai, Dongguan	Dense factory clusters, advanced tech
Plush/Promotional Toys	Yiwu, Chengdu	Low MOQ, multi-category sourcing
High-End/Collectibles	Guangzhou, Dongguan	Full certifications, IP collaboration

Choose by Order Quantity
- Small Orders (50–500 units): Yiwu, Chengdu (flexible MOQs).
- Medium Orders (500–5,000 units): Shantou Chenghai, Guangzhou (balanced cost-quality).
- Large Orders (5,000+ units): Dongguan, Ningbo (10–15% bulk discounts).
Choose by Target Market
- Europe/USA: Shantou Chenghai (EN 71/ASTM certified).
- Southeast Asia: Yiwu (low costs, fast logistics).
- Japan: Dongguan (JIS-certified factories).

4. Case Study: How a US Retailer Sourced 10,000 Plush Toys

Goal: Source low-cost plush toys for Black Friday ($2/unit budget).
Chose Yiwu: Selected a supplier with MOQ 1,000 units at $1.8/unit after comparing 3 factories.
Key Actions:
- Required OEKO-TEX certification for fabric safety.
- Split shipment: 5,000 units by sea, 5,000 units by air for urgency.
Result: On-time delivery, 60% profit margin, repeat orders secured.

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5.Conclusion

Core Advantages of China’s Toy Markets
- Scale efficiency, industrial clusters, and flexible customization.
Future Outlook
- Shift from “manufacturing” to “intelligent manufacturing,” with IP licensing and sustainable materials as key drivers.
Action Steps
- Start with Yiwu/Chenghai for first-time sourcing. Test samples to build trust before bulk orders.

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Tony Chen

Tony Chen, the founder of TonySourcing.com & TonyPromos.com He is Professional merchandiser in China since 2011, Now he have quote a lot of Professional knowledge for all kind of Toys and Promos item.