Many small business owners dream of importing from China but feel stuck. The process seems hard, expensive, and full of hidden risks.

You can ship from Yiwu to Manila easily if you follow the right method. Use DDP sea freight or air cargo, and let a reliable freight forwarder handle everything.

Some people think Yiwu is too far from the ports. Others say customs in the Philippines is a pain. The truth is, with the right partner and route, shipping from Yiwu can be even faster and cheaper than you think. Let me break it down for you.

Why choose Yiwu for sourcing and shipping?

So many sellers talk about 1688 and Alibaba, but Yiwu is still a gold mine for unique, low-MOQ products¹.

Yiwu is a great place to find affordable products with flexible MOQs, and it’s well-connected for shipping to the Philippines.

What makes Yiwu special?

Yiwu is famous for its massive wholesale market². It’s one of the largest in the world. Here, you can buy small quantities, customize packaging, and mix different products in one shipment. That’s perfect for e-commerce sellers and new importers.

I’ve been to Yiwu multiple times. The market is filled with all kinds of small commodities³—like toys, accessories, seasonal decorations for Christmas, Easter, and Valentine’s Day. Most of the products are sold by the carton. The more you order, the cheaper the price. This model is perfect for small to medium-sized buyers like us.

Why it’s better than Alibaba?

Many of my clients fly to Yiwu just to visit suppliers in person. They feel more confident when they can see and touch the products. And I help them consolidate all orders into one shipment to save on cost.

What is the best shipping method from Yiwu to Manila?

I used to believe shipping was just about finding the cheapest rate. But now I know—it’s about finding the safest and most efficient method.

The best shipping method from Yiwu to Manila is DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)⁴, either via sea cargo or air cargo⁵, depending on your urgency.

Understanding your shipping options

Let’s compare the common options:

DDP is my favorite. It removes the stress. My team in Yiwu picks up goods from suppliers, consolidates them, ships them, clears customs in Manila, and delivers to your door. No need for a broker or paperwork.

We operate a consolidation warehouse in Yiwu under our brand, sourcingph. We load containers 7 days a week, and our shipping schedules are steady and predictable. Clients don’t need to wait—they can send in their goods anytime.

How to consolidate and reduce your shipping cost?

In the beginning, I shipped items separately and wasted a lot of money. I learned my lesson.

You can save a lot by consolidating multiple orders into one shipment and using cubic meter pricing.

What does consolidation mean?

Consolidation means gathering goods from different suppliers and combining them into one shipment. It’s ideal if you’re buying multiple products with small volume.

If your suppliers are located around Yiwu, and your total shipment reaches around 60 cubic meters, you can even consider booking a full container⁶. In that case, we can help you choose one of your supplier’s warehouses as the loading point. This helps reduce inland trucking costs⁷ significantly.

How it saves money?

When clients work with me, I help them check if items can be repacked or removed from retail packaging to save space. Sometimes, I can reduce 20-30% of volume just by changing cartons.

What paperwork and permits are needed?

This part scares many first-timers. I was confused too when I started.

If you’re using DDP, the freight forwarder will handle permits, taxes, and clearance for you. No import license needed.

When do you need permits?

In my company, we offer full DDP. We even help clients check if their product is restricted before they buy. That saves time and money. For general merchandise, no permits are needed.

Conclusion

Shipping from Yiwu to Manila is easy if you choose the right method and partner. DDP shipping makes the process simple and stress-free.