District 3 opened in September 2005. It runs a five-floor main building plus a connected link building — making it the most structurally complex section of Yiwu Market. The categories cover four distinct buyer segments: back-to-school and stationery, sports and outdoor goods, beauty and cosmetics, and garment trim accessories. It is one of the few places on Earth where a fashion buyer and a sporting goods importer can source from the same building on the same day.
Floor-by-Floor: What’s Where
| Floor | Main Categories | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (Link) | Chinese New Year prints · Spring Festival couplets · Calendars · Traditional paper décor | Asian grocery stores, cultural gift retailers, seasonal importers |
| 1F | Pens · Pencils · Notebooks · Sketchbooks · Wrapping paper · Eyeglasses · Sunglasses · Optical accessories | Stationery importers, eyewear distributors, school supply buyers |
| 2F | Ring binders · Filing systems · Desk organizers · Footballs · Basketballs · Yoga mats · Camping gear · Badminton | Office supply importers, sports retailers, outdoor goods distributors |
| 3F | Foundations · Lipsticks · Eye palettes · Skincare · Hair color · Salon tools · Zippers · Buttons · Lace trim · Elastic | Beauty retailers, cosmetics importers, garment manufacturers |
| 4F | OEM cosmetics factories · Sports equipment producers · Custom apparel accessory manufacturers | Private label buyers, OEM development projects |
| 5F | Decorative wall art · Canvas prints · Photo frame accessories · Art machinery | Home décor importers, art supply retailers, print-on-demand buyers |
Pricing & MOQ Reference
| Product | Min. Order (MOQ) | Price Range (FOB) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballpoint pens | 500–2,000 pcs/style | $0.08–$0.35/pc | Custom logo from 1,000 pcs |
| Notebooks / sketchbooks | 200–500 units | $0.50–$3/pc | Custom cover printing available |
| Fashion sunglasses | 100–300 pairs/style | $1.50–$8/pair | CE UV400 test reports available |
| Yoga mats (6mm TPE) | 100–500 units | $2.50–$6/pc | Custom color and print from 200 pcs |
| Footballs (size 5) | 100–300 units | $3–$10/pc | FIFA approved options available |
| OEM lipstick (branded pkg) | 500–2,000 units | $0.60–$2.50/pc | 60–90 day lead time for first order |
| 18-color eyeshadow palette | 500–1,000 units | $3–$8/pc | Custom pan colors and packaging |
| Garment zippers (YKK grade) | 500–2,000 meters | $0.10–$0.40/meter | Width and color options vary |
Buyer Tips
Cosmetics sold in the EU fall under Regulation EC 1223/2009. Confirm your supplier can provide a full ingredient list (INCI) and safety assessment. A Responsible Person (RP) in the EU is also required before you can sell legally.
Sunglasses entering the EU must carry CE marking confirming UV400 protection. Ask for the EN ISO 12312-1 test report — not just a CE sticker on the frame. Without this document, customs authorities can detain your shipment.
District 3’s garment accessories floor (zippers, buttons, lace) pairs naturally with a visit to Huangyuan Clothing Market. Many buyers source both in the same 2-day trip and coordinate samples from both markets simultaneously.
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Sourcing cosmetics or sports goods from District 3?
We verify factory credentials, review compliance documentation, and inspect every order before shipment. Photo reports provided. Our team has sourced from District 3 since 2004.