Jiaxing — Sourcing & Manufacturing Guide

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Last updated: 13 June 2026

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Why Jiaxing?

Jiaxing occupies a strategic position in the Yangtze River Delta, sitting midway between Shanghai and Hangzhou on the high-speed rail line — just 30 minutes to Shanghai and 30 minutes to Hangzhou. This geographic advantage has made it a magnet for manufacturing investment, particularly in textiles and apparel, automotive parts, and precision electronics. Jiaxing's textile industry is centuries old and remains one of China's most important, while its automotive and electronics sectors have grown rapidly with investment from multinational corporations and domestic champions alike.

Jiaxing by the Numbers

5,000+
Textile & Garment Factories
One of China's largest textile clusters. Tongxiang and Haining are famous for woolens, leather, and synthetic fabrics.
800+
Auto Parts Companies
Growing automotive cluster supplying tier-1 suppliers and OEMs globally. Brake systems, powertrain parts, and interior components.
1,000+
Electronics Manufacturers
Electronics assembly, PCB manufacturing, sensors, and precision components for consumer and industrial electronics.
30 min
to Shanghai/HSR
Jiaxing's unique location on the Shanghai-Hangzhou corridor offers access to the nation's largest market and best logistics hubs.
$110B+
GDP
Jiaxing's GDP ranks in the top 40 Chinese cities, driven by a diversified manufacturing base and strong export sector.

Key Manufacturing Strengths

Textiles, Leather & Garments

Jiaxing has been a textile center for centuries. Tongxiang (桐乡) is famous for woolen sweaters and cashmere, Haining (海宁) is China's leather capital producing leather garments, bags, and accessories, while Pinghu (平湖) specializes in garment manufacturing for export. The supply chain covers everything from yarn spinning and fabric weaving to dyeing, finishing, and garment assembly. MOQ flexibility ranges from mass production to small-batch orders.

Automotive Parts & Components

Jiaxing's automotive sector has grown rapidly with major investments from global tier-1 suppliers. The Jiaxing Economic & Technological Development Zone hosts factories producing brake systems, engine components, transmission parts, steering systems, and automotive electronics. Key customers include Volkswagen, GM, Tesla, and Geely. The cluster benefits from proximity to Shanghai's automotive ecosystem.

Precision Electronics & Components

Jiaxing has become a major base for electronics manufacturing, particularly in sensors, connectors, PCB assembly, and precision components. The Jiaxing Photovoltaic Industrial Park is one of China's largest solar panel manufacturing bases. The city also produces smartphone components, consumer electronics, and industrial control boards, benefiting from the Yangtze River Delta's deep electronics supply chain.

Hardware & Precision Parts

Jiashan County (嘉善) under Jiaxing has a strong precision hardware industry producing fasteners (screws, bolts, nuts), bearings, and machined components. Haining also hosts a major hardware cluster. These precision manufacturing capabilities serve the automotive, electronics, and construction industries.

Industrial Parks

Business Travel

✈️ Airport

Jiaxing does not have its own commercial airport. Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is 1 hour by HSR, Shanghai Pudong (PVG) is 1.5 hours, and Hangzhou Xiaoshan (HGH) is 1 hour — some of the best airport access of any Chinese city.

🚄 High-Speed Rail

Jiaxing South Station on the Shanghai-Hangzhou HSR line. Express trains reach Shanghai Hongqiao in 27 minutes and Hangzhou East in 27 minutes. One of the most convenient HSR locations in China.

🏨 Accommodation

Good selection of business hotels in the city center and development zones. Several international chain hotels including Holiday Inn, Marriott, and local 5-star options.

🤝 Local Support

Due to its proximity to Shanghai, Jiaxing has access to world-class sourcing agents, inspection companies, and logistics providers. Many European and American expats live in Jiaxing or commute from Shanghai.

Logistics & Shipping

🚢 Jiaxing Port (Zhapu)

Jiaxing's Zhapu Port (乍浦港) on Hangzhou Bay handles bulk cargo, containers, and liquid chemicals. Container throughput ~2 million TEU. Direct shipping services available.

🚢 Shanghai Port Access

Shanghai's Yangshan and Waigaoqiao ports are just 1-1.5 hours by truck. Most Jiaxing exports route through Shanghai Port, the world's busiest container port.

🚛 Expressways

Jiaxing is a highway hub at the intersection of G60 (Shanghai-Kunming), G15 (Shenhai), and G92 (Hangzhou Bay Ring). Superior road logistics connectivity.

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