What goods from China are in demand in Russia in 2025

In 2025, China remains a key foreign economic partner of Russia, occupying a leading position in terms of imports. Amid the global reorientation of logistics chains and the rapid growth of online commerce, the structure of Chinese exports to Russia has changed. Below we will consider which products from China today are most in demand in Russia, and why.

General trends of imports from China to Russia

According to the Federal Customs Service and major marketplaces, in 2025:

• The share of China in the structure of imports to Russia exceeds 45%;
• The main demand is for Consumer goods, electronics and automotive components;
• Increased online sales through Wildberries, Ozon, Aliexpress There is a growing interest in cheap Chinese products.

Reasons for high demand:

• Affordable prices with a high range;
• Rapid adaptation of Chinese manufacturers to the needs of Russian customers;
• Expansion of logistics routes: land corridors through Kazakhstan and sea supplies.
  

Electronics and household appliances

Smartphones and tablets

• Xiaomi, Realme, Huawei, Tecno, Infinix - sales leaders;
• Cover the entire price segment: from budget to flagships;
• In 2025, Chinese brands occupy more than 75% of the Russian smartphone market.

Small appliances

• Devices for the kitchen (blenders, multicookers, steamers);
• Techniques for self-care (dryers, haircut machines, massagers);
• Products of Midea, Haier, Deerma, Xiaomi Mijia brands are in demand in offline and online retail.

Smart gadgets and TV

• Smart speakers, watches, TV boxes – the trend of 2023-2025
• Brands: Xiaomi, Tenda, Huawei, 70mai.

Construction and finishing materials

In terms of the recovery of the construction sector after 2022-2023:

• Tile, plumbing, lighting fixturesPlastic panels and pipes are supplied from China in large volume;
• Popular LED lamps, switches, sockets;
• Brands: Zhongshan, Opple, Sunlight Lighting;
• The segment is in demand both among developers and in DIY-retail (Leroy Merlin, Petrovich, etc.).

Clothing, footwear and textiles

The mass segment of Chinese clothing took a niche after the departure of Western brands.

Dress

• Fast-fashion brands from Guangzhou and Hangzhou filled online marketplaces;
• There is a special demand for women’s and adolescent clothing.

Shoes.

• Budget sneakers, summer shoes, work boots – top sales from Wildberries/Ozon
• Brands: Qiangren, Warrior, brands under marketplaces.

Home textiles

• Bed linen, curtains, blankets, towels;
• Popular due to the ratio “price / quality”, stylish design and packaging.

Children's goods

• Children's toys, designers, goods for newborns (wheelchairs, chairs for feeding, developing mats);
• STEM toys and interactive models are especially in demand.
• Brands: Huile Toys, Baoli, WinFun.

In 2025, the demand for creativity kits, school backpacks and stationery Chinese-made.

Auto parts and accessories

China has become a major supplier of spare parts for:

• Chinese cars (Chery, Haval, Geely)
• Domestic and Korean cars (analogue parts).

Required items:

• Filters, brake pads, headlights;
• Autochemistry, auto accessories (capes, video recorders, charging);
• Models from brands Luxgen, CnAuto, Linglong and universal OEM parts.

Tableware and household goods

• Kitchen accessories made of stainless steel, ceramics, plastic;
• Organizers, storage boxes, hooks, curtains for the bathroom;
• Brand dishes LaFang, Glasslock, Hengxin and no-name production.

Seasonal hits

Every year, certain products “blow up” marketplaces:

Spring-summer:

• Inflatable pools, awnings, tents, grill sets;
• Scooters, gyroscooters, skateboards.

Autumn-winter:

• Heaters, electric blankets, heat fans;
• New Year's decoration and garlands;
• Thermal underwear, insulated clothes, inflatable sleds.

Where do Russians buy goods from China more often?

• wildberries the leader in sales of Chinese goods;
• Ozon Actively develops direct imports and logistics from China;
• Aliexpress Russia The largest B2C channel directly from Chinese manufacturers.
• Regional wholesale markets (Gardener, Lublino, Juno).

Top 10 categories of Chinese imports to Russia (2025)

In 2025, Chinese goods occupy a leading position in the Russian market due to the optimal balance of price, availability and wide range. The ability to adapt logistics, production flexibility and aggressive promotion on marketplaces makes Chinese manufacturers the main partners of Russian business.