If you are looking to source products from China, then the Canton Fair is a must-attend trade event. It is the perfect opportunity to meet suppliers, negotiate directly with them, and explore the latest industrial and commercial trends.
The Canton Fair (officially known as the China Import and Export Fair) is one of the largest trade fairs in the world. It is the top choice for international buyers looking to import Chinese products.
The event features a wide variety of exhibitions, attracts thousands of international buyers, and generates billions of dollars in transactions. The Fair showcases 16 product categories across 51 sections and takes place twice a year, in April and October.
What is the Canton Fair?
The China Import and Export Fair, established in 1957, is held twice a year in Guangzhou at the Pazhou Exhibition Complex (广交会展馆), located at No.382, Yuejiang Zhong Road, Guangzhou 510335, China.
The event hosts over 30,000 exhibitors and nearly 253,000 international visitors for the physical exhibition, along with 450,000 online buyers covering multiple industrial sectors.
It is a major event in China for businesses.
Canton Fair 2025 Dates and Schedule
On-site Exhibition (137th Edition, Spring 2025)
Phase 1: April 15 – 19, 2025 (9:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
Phase 2: April 23 – 27, 2025 (9:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
Phase 3: May 1 – 5, 2025 (9:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
Products Exhibited at the Canton Fair
Each session is divided into three phases, covering major industrial sectors:
Phase 1 (April 15 – 19, 2025)
🎡 Electronics and electrical appliances (household appliances, consumer electronics)
🏢 Manufacturing and industrial machinery (automation, machinery, construction materials, chemicals)
🚗 Vehicles and spare parts (electric vehicles, auto parts, motorcycles, bicycles)
🌟 Lighting and new energy (lamps, energy products)
🔧 Hardware and tools
🌐 International Pavilion
Phase 2 (April 23 – 27, 2025)
🏰 Household items (ceramics, kitchenware, home accessories)
🎁 Gifts and decorations (glassware, decorations, handicrafts, watches)
🏡 Building materials and furniture (construction materials, furniture)
🌐 International Pavilion
Phase 3 (May 1 – 5, 2025)
🎮 Toys and children’s products
👗 Fashion and textiles (clothing, accessories, shoes, leather goods)
🌐 Textiles and carpets
📚 Stationery and office supplies
🏥 Health and wellness (medications, medical devices, sports, personal care products)
🌐 International Pavilion
Assistance at the Canton Fair
If you go to the international fair
- We organize for you a series of meetings with Chinese suppliers that match your needs.
- We provide a translator to facilitate communication with Chinese suppliers.
- We offer the assistance of our experts to get all the essential information from Chinese suppliers.
If you can't come to the exhibition
ASIACTION goes to the Canton Fair on your behalf.
- We collect the catalogs and business cards of all suppliers corresponding to your needs.
- We analyze the feasibility of the product development with the selected suppliers
- We negotiate the purchase conditions with the suppliers before you place the order.
Further services at the Canton Fair:
Conclusion
The most effective way to meet numerous suppliers in a short time is by attending a trade fair. The Canton Fair is an essential event for all buyers looking to source products from China.
While you can find suppliers on Alibaba, attending the Canton Fair—or sending a representative on your behalf—gives you the opportunity to meet and negotiate directly with them. If one supplier doesn’t meet your expectations, you can quickly connect with another, as multiple suppliers are available for the same product. If you want to source from China, the Canton Fair is an event you cannot afford to miss!
Fair Official Website: https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US
