Yiwu is a county-level city under the jurisdiction of Jinhua, in central Zhejiang province, China. It is located in the eastern part of the country, within the Yangtze River Delta region, and is administered as part of Jinhua's municipal territory rather than as an independent prefecture-level city.
The city is best known for hosting the Yiwu International Trade City, described as the world's largest wholesale market for small commodities. This market has made Yiwu a major hub for the global trade of consumer goods, drawing buyers and exporters from many countries who purchase items in bulk for distribution worldwide.
Yiwu's economy and international profile are closely tied to this wholesale trade role, which distinguishes it from other places bearing the same name. The city's identity rests primarily on its function as a sourcing and export center for small commodities rather than on other industries or attractions.