Manufacturing Region
Shanghai
China’s largest commercial hub for high-end manufacturing, chemicals and logistics.
- Province
- Shanghai
- Region
- East China
- Seaport
- Shanghai (Yangshan)
- Airport
- Shanghai Pudong (PVG)
Key local industries
- Automotive and auto parts
- Integrated circuits and electronics
- Chemicals and new materials
- Biomedicine
Products commonly sourced here
- Precision components
- Electronic modules
- Specialty chemicals
- Medical consumables
Supply chain strengths
- Many international manufacturers with mature quality systems
- Gateway to Jiangsu and Zhejiang supplier clusters
Ports & logistics
- Yangshan deep-water port — the world’s busiest container port
- Frequent direct sailings and flights worldwide
Shanghai: frequently asked questions
What is Shanghai known for in manufacturing?
Shanghai is known for automotive and auto parts, integrated circuits and electronics, chemicals and new materials, biomedicine.
Which products are commonly sourced from Shanghai?
Buyers commonly source precision components, electronic modules, specialty chemicals, medical consumables from Shanghai. We match each product with factories in the right local cluster.
How are goods shipped from Shanghai?
Sea freight usually leaves via Shanghai (Yangshan). Air cargo and express use Shanghai Pudong (PVG). We can consolidate goods from several suppliers and ship door to door, including DDP.
How do I find a reliable supplier in Shanghai?
Send us your RFQ. We shortlist manufacturers in Shanghai and nearby clusters, verify their licenses and export history, compare at least three quotes and can audit the factory before you order. Quotes are free.
Guides from our sourcing team
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