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2023 Spring Canton Fair reopens to global sellers after the COVID.

2023 Spring Canton Fair reopens to global sellers after the COVID.

Feb 9,2023

2023 spring Canton fair reopens to buyers out of China mainland since the COVID19.

Canton Fair, also known as China Import and Export Fair (Chinese: 中国进出口商品交易会, or 广交会), is world famous trade fair held in the spring and autumn seasons every year since the spring of 1957 in Guangzhou. This fair is co-hosted by Ministry of Commerce of China and the government of Guangdong Province, and organized by China Foreign Trade Center. The event is held at China Import and Export Complex located at the south bank of the Pearl River and close to Canton Tower.

Reputed as “the First & Biggest Exhibition of China”, Canton Fair is the largest trade fair with the largest scale, the most complete exhibit variety, the broadest distribution of overseas buyers and the greatest business turnover. More than 25000 exhibitors, about 200,000 buyers will attend the fair at the China Import and Export Complex. During or after the short trade fair, you are suggested to pay a simple visit to explore Guangzhou City to enrich your business trip with RND sourcing team.

Canton Fair Date & Calendar

The Canton Fair is held twice a year in every  April and October. During the opening period, the fair will be open from 9:30 to 18:00 and will go on the weekends.

/Spring SessionAutumn Session
Phase 1April 15th - 19thOctober 15th - 19th
Phase 2April 23rd - 27thOctober 23rd - 27th
Phase 3May 1st - 5th October 31st - November 4th

The 133th Canton Fair is coming in April 15, You can check the exact date and time for reference.

● Phase 1: 15th - 19th Oct. 2023 9:30-18:00

● Phase 2: 23rd - 27th Oct. 2023 9:30-18:00

● Phase 3: 31st Oct. - 4th Nov. 2023 9:30-18:00

Canton fair categories listed as below:

Phase 1 (April 15th - 19th )

Consumer Electronics and Information Products, Electronic and Electrical Products, New Energy Resources, Household Electrical Appliances, Lighting Equipment, Bicycles, Vehicle Spare Parts, Vehicles, Power and Electrical Equipment, Construction and Agricultural Machinery, Hardware, Tools, Building and Decoration Materials, Sanitary and Bathroom Equipment, Chemical Products, International Pavilion, Construction and Agricultural Machinery (Outdoor), General Machinery, Small Processing Machinery and Industrial Accessories.

Phase 2 (April 23rd - 27th )

Kitchenware & Tableware, General Ceramics, Household Items, Personal Care Products, Toiletries, Clocks, Watches & Optical Instruments, Toys, Gifts and Premiums, Festival Products, Art Ceramics, Glass Artware, Weaving, Rattan and Iron Arts, Home Decorations, Gardening Products, Stone/Iron Decoration & Outdoor Spa Equipment, Furniture, Pet Products & Foods.

Phase 3 (May 1st - 5th)

Men and Women’s Clothes, Kid’s Wear, Underwear, Sports and Casual Wear, Sports and Casual Wear, Furs, Leather, Down & Related Products, Fashion Accessories and Fittings, Home Textiles, Textile Raw Materials & Fabrics, Carpets & Tapestries, Shoes, Office Supplies, Cases and Bags, Sports, Travel and Recreation Products, Medicines, Health Products and Medical Devices, Food, International Pavilion, Traditional Chinese Specialties.

Schedule recommendation:

For experienced buyers, you can choose to attend in different phases according to  the products you deal with or your schedule. For buyers who have no experience in Canton Fair, we recommend attending the whole fair or at least two phases to have clear images of what products or suppliers might be helpful for your business.  You can also schedule a visit to YIWU, Zhejiang in between the two phases, RND sourcing will be happy to guide and give you a tour in Yiwu and Guangzhou during the fair.

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