Canton Fair 2025

The Canton Fair (officially known as the China Import and Export Fair) is one of the largest trade fairs in China, held biannually in Guangzhou. It's an important event for businesses, buyers, and suppliers from around the world, focusing on various industries, including:

• Consumer electronics
• Home appliances
• Textiles
• Furniture
• Machinery
• Food products
• Medical and healthcare products, and much more.

Features of the Canton Fair

1. Scale & Size:

• The Canton Fair is one of the largest trade fairs in the world, spanning three phases:
• Phase 1: Electronics, home appliances, machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Phase 2: Consumer goods, gifts, home decorations, and textiles.
• Phase 3: Medical devices, food, health, and more.
• Each phase lasts for 5 days.
• There are typically over 25,000 exhibitors & around 210 countries.

Exhibitor Categories:

• Products on display range from traditional consumer goods, electronics, furniture, and textiles to more specific items like medical equipment, building materials, and auto parts.
• The fair is an excellent place to find manufacturers for almost any product category, especially for bulk buying or wholesale.

Business Networking:

• The Canton Fair is not just a showcase for products but also a major platform for networking. Many small and large businesses make connections with suppliers, distributors, and buyers from various countries.
• There are dedicated areas for international buyers to network with Chinese businesses.

Online and Offline Participation:

• In recent years, the Canton Fair has integrated online platforms to accommodate remote attendees. The Canton Fair Online lets international buyers and exhibitors interact virtually, making it easier for companies who cannot physically attend to still participate.

Why Attend the Canton Fair?

1. Explore a wide range of products: Buyers can see thousands of products in one place, from electronics and apparel to building materials and food products.
2. Direct interaction with manufacturers: It’s a great opportunity to meet suppliers and manufacturers face-to-face, discuss potential orders, and negotiate deals.
3. Market insights: You’ll gain a clear understanding of market trends, product developments, and innovations, which can help with sourcing decisions.
4. Large selection of exhibitors: With thousands of exhibitors, the fair allows buyers to easily compare products, quality, and prices across a wide range of industries.
5. Networking and partnerships: The fair is a hotspot for B2B connections, making it a great opportunity to expand your business network globally.