China is still the default sourcing country for Filipino online sellers and businesses — nowhere else matches its combination of price, variety and low order minimums. From Yiwu's small commodities to Shenzhen's electronics, almost anything you resell can be sourced here and consolidated into one affordable shipment.
Why import from China?
Unmatched breadth & priceIf it sells online in the Philippines, it's probably cheapest from China.
Low minimumsMany suppliers accept small MOQs — perfect for testing a new product.
Proven LCL consolidationRegular sea consolidation from South China keeps costs low even for small shipments.
Top products to import from China
01
Consumer electronics & gadgets
Unbeatable price and variety — the backbone of Shopee/Lazada reselling.
02
Fashion apparel & accessories
Fast fashion at low MOQs with high resale margins.
03
Toys & baby products
Cheap, high-turnover and always in demand.
04
Small commodities & novelties
Party goods, stationery and kitchen gadgets at tiny unit costs — Yiwu's specialty.
05
Home & kitchenware
Everyday essentials with reliable margins.
06
Phone accessories & parts
Light, cheap to ship and very high margin.
07
Bags, shoes & leather goods
Guangzhou's strength — on-trend styles.
08
Hardware & tools
Competitive for construction and DIY resellers.
09
LED lighting & fixtures
Cheap and consistently in demand.
10
Furniture & home furnishings
Flat-pack pieces and décor at low cost.
Trend to watch: Sea LCL consolidation from Shenzhen and Guangzhou to Manila (about 15–25 days) remains the cheapest route for small sellers, even as some diversify supply under the 'China+1' trend.
Where to source in China
YiwuThe world's largest small-commodity market: novelties, accessories, stationery.
GuangzhouFashion, bags, leather goods and cosmetics.
ShenzhenElectronics, gadgets and phone parts.
Foshan & DongguanFurniture, hardware and manufacturing.
How it ships & what to know
Sea or air?
Bulk goods ship by sea — LCL for small orders, FCL for volume. Urgent or high-value electronics can go by air.
Customs & regulations
Lithium batteries and battery-powered devices are dangerous goods (they need UN38.3 + MSDS and are restricted or surcharged on air freight). Cosmetics, food and supplements need FDA registration, and electronics should meet BPS/ICC standards.
Ready to import from China?
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