The Wanbao Hardware International Procurement Service Center, launched in 2023 in Linyi Hardware City, Shandong province, will play a key role in the 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo. Together, it aims to connect global buyers with top-tier Chinese hardware manufacturers, fostering mutual growth and international cooperation.

Founded in October 1987, Linyi Hardware City spans 260,000 square meters, with a building area of 200,000 sq m. It is home to more than 2,200 businesses, including over 600 manufacturing enterprises, and generates annual transactions exceeding 10 billion yuan ($1.39 billion).

The Wanbao Hardware International Procurement Service Center is one of China's comprehensive hardware wholesale markets, boasting abundant categories of products. [Photo/WeChat account: gh_7c1f7415c44d]

As one of China's largest and most comprehensive hardware wholesale markets, it offers over 18,000 products across 16 major categories — ranging from hand tools and machinery to electric and pneumatic tools. Integrating production, procurement, and sales, its products are exported to more than 150 countries and regions worldwide.

With an annual output of 10 million hammers and 22 million wrenches, over 70 percent of which are mid-to-high-end, Linyi ranks first in both production and market share nationwide. It is also home to over 260 well-known trademarks, including the leading Bunker Tools brand.