The 30-Second Verdict
Hats, caps, gloves, towels, shoes, slippers and daily household goods spread across Floors 2 and 3 of District 4 in Yiwu. If you import headwear, work or winter gloves, towels, slippers or everyday household items, these floors cover the “daily necessities” half of the district — and they pair perfectly with the sock and underwear floors in one visit.
Why District 4 (Floors 2–3) for Daily Goods
- Everything daily in one district. Household goods, hats, gloves, towels, slippers, ties, yarn and lace all sit in District 4, so a general merchandise buyer covers a huge catalog without leaving the building.
- Great for mixed containers. These categories are light, high-rotation and easy to combine — the classic Yiwu mixed-carton strategy works perfectly here.
- Strong seasonal coverage. Winter gloves and hats, bath towels and slippers all have dedicated streets with deep supply.
- Adjacent to District 5. Walk east and you are in bedding and textiles — two districts, one full textile container.
Floor by Floor: Where Everything Is
Floor 2 — daily household goods, hats and caps, gloves (winter, work and fashion).
Floor 3 — shoes and slippers, threads, ribbons and lace, ties and bow ties, knitting yarn and wool, towels and bath textiles.
Floor 1 — socks and hosiery.
Floor 4 — underwear, belts, scarves and shawls.
What You Can Buy Here — the Real List
Beanies, baseball caps, sun hats, bucket hats, winter and work gloves, fashion gloves; bath towels, hand towels, beach towels, bath mats and robes; slippers and casual shoes, shoe accessories; ties and bow ties, ribbons and lace, knitting yarn; plus daily household goods such as organizers, storage and cleaning basics. A general merchandise or dollar-store buyer can source a surprising share of their catalog on these two floors.
Prices & MOQ: What to Expect
Prices are per piece at carton volume. Basic beanies and caps run from about USD 0.5–2, winter gloves USD 1–3, standard bath towels USD 1–3, slippers from under USD 1 to several dollars, and yarn per ball or kilogram depending on fiber. MOQs are low and mixed cartons are common — confirm carton quantity, mix ratio and packed size, since towels and slippers are bulky and drive freight.
Private Label & Seasonal Orders
Hats and gloves take embroidery and printed logos at low MOQs, making them popular promotional and seasonal items. Towels come in custom colors, sizes and woven borders; embroidery or jacquard logos work well. For seasonal programs (winter lines, beach lines), order early — factories run hot ahead of peak season and popular colors sell out of ready stock. Confirm packaging, poly bags and label requirements on the pre-production sample.
How to Shop Floors 2–3 in One Morning
- Start on Floor 2 with hats and gloves — bring your specs and photos.
- Compare at least three stalls per item and record the full booth code (e.g., “D4 · 2F · Street 7 · Stall 56789”).
- Ask for piece price, carton quantity, MOQ and packed dimensions everywhere.
- Drop to Floor 3 for towels, slippers and ties.
- Check fabric quality in hand — towel GSM, glove lining, cap stitching.
- If your order also covers socks or underwear, visit Floors 1 and 4 and consolidate with the same suppliers where possible.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying towels by look, not weight. GSM (grams per square meter) decides absorbency and price — always compare the same GSM.
- Ignoring glove lining and sizing. Unlined vs. fleece-lined changes the price and the market you can sell to.
- Forgetting hat sizing. One-size caps stretch differently; confirm sizing and material.
- Underestimating bulk. Towels and slippers eat container volume; check packed size before quoting freight.
- Skipping wash tests. Towels that shrink or fade after washing destroy reorders — test a washed sample.
How I Can Help
I source hats, gloves, towels and daily goods in District 4 regularly. Send me your product list and I’ll map the right floors and stalls, arrange private-label samples for your brand, and handle QC, consolidation and shipping. Send me your list and I’ll reply with a plan for your daily goods category.