The 137th Canton Fair to Open on April 15

The 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will open on April 15 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex. The total exhibition area covers approximately 1.55 million square meters, featuring 55 exhibition sections. The Import Pavilion alone spans around 30,000 square meters, with exhibitors from 50 countries and regions showcasing products in categories such as home appliances, hardware and machinery, and home textiles. This year's Canton Fair offers global buyers a one-stop trade platform with a comprehensive selection of products, competitive pricing, seamless efficiency, and reliable credibility.

- *Phase 1* focuses on "Advanced Manufacturing," displaying cutting-edge technology and smart products alongside traditional categories such as machinery, hardware tools, lighting, and electrical appliances. Key highlights include consumer electronics, new energy vehicles & smart mobility, industrial automation & intelligent manufacturing, and new energy solutions.

- *Phase 2* emphasizes "Quality Living," with three major segments—building materials & furniture, household goods, and gifts & decorations—each occupying over 130,000 square meters, catering to the diverse needs of global buyers seeking refined home products.

- *Phase 3* revolves around "Better Living," showcasing health & leisure, toys & baby products, and fashion-related exhibits, addressing the demand for emerging consumer trends.

Over 43,000 enterprises are participating in the fair both online and offline, including more than 8,000 top-tier enterprises recognized for specialization, technological innovation, and green manufacturing. A significant number of featured enterprises from various Chinese provinces and cities will also be present.

- *Phase 1* will highlight the latest advancements in new quality productivity, featuring breakthroughs in new energy and smart connected vehicles. Cutting-edge products such as bionic robotic hands and transformable televisions will be unveiled in the "Smart Living" zone.

- *Phases 2 and 3* will showcase products emphasizing design innovation, sustainability, and customization. The fair's online platform, operating continuously, will feature around 3.7 million products, enabling buyers to explore, experience, and connect with suppliers both in person and online.

- The "Trade Bridge" promotional series will introduce updates and highlights of the 137th Canton Fair through interactive formats such as online and in-person matchmaking sessions.

- A social media campaign, "Hobo & Honey Explore the Canton Fair," will present immersive fair experiences via the official Canton Fair website and international social media platforms.

- Approximately 20 forums will address key topics, including trade digitalization, market analysis, and industry innovations.

- Over 300 new product launch events will be hosted to provide industry insights and market-oriented exposure.

- The Canton Fair Design Innovation Award 2025 will be conducted in three phases: submissions in spring, evaluation in summer, and an exhibition in autumn, recognizing products that combine design excellence with commercial value.

To facilitate participation for global buyers, self-service badge terminals will be fully operational at this year's event. First-time overseas buyers can obtain their entry badges at airports, Guangzhou South Railway Station, Pazhou Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal, and designated hotels. Pre-registration and remote badge issuance are also available to expedite the process. Additionally, the Canton Fair website, mobile platform, and app have been optimized for improved exhibitor-product search and real-time communication.

Since its 101st session, the Canton Fair has hosted the Import Pavilion to help international enterprises access the Chinese market. Over the past 36 sessions, the Import Pavilion has welcomed more than 18,000 overseas enterprises from 110+ countries and regions, including numerous national and regional pavilions and global industry leaders. Applications for the 137th Canton Fair Import Pavilion are now open, inviting top international businesses to seize global trade opportunities.

Since the 109th session, the Canton Fair Product Design and Trade Promotion Center (PDC) has fostered collaboration between "Made in China" and "Designed Worldwide," providing a dynamic platform for designers and Chinese enterprises to connect and innovate. This year's fair will continue to bring together global design resources through diverse activities, facilitating exchanges and cooperation between exhibitors and international design institutions.

The Canton Fair not only drives China's foreign trade growth but also plays a crucial role in intellectual property (IP) protection. The fair has established a comprehensive IP protection mechanism covering pre-exhibition, during-exhibition, and post-exhibition phases, ensuring fairness, professionalism, and efficiency. The Canton Fair's IP protection standards are regarded as exemplary within China's exhibition industry, earning the trust and recognition of global brands such as Dyson (UK), Nike (USA), Travelon (USA), and Sanrio (Japan).

- Phase 1: April 15–19, 2025

*Home appliances, consumer electronics, industrial automation & smart manufacturing, processing machinery, power & electrical equipment, general machinery, engineering & agricultural machinery, new materials & chemicals, new energy vehicles & smart mobility, automobiles, auto parts, motorcycles, bicycles, lighting, electronic & electrical products, hardware & tools, new energy solutions.*

- Phase 2: April 23–27, 2025

*Household ceramics, kitchenware, home goods, glassware, home décor, garden supplies, holiday decorations, gifts & souvenirs, clocks & watches, optical products, arts & crafts, building materials, sanitary ware, furniture, outdoor décor & spa facilities.*

- Phase 3: May 1–5, 2025

*Toys, baby products, children's wear, men's & women's fashion, underwear, sportswear, leather & down products, accessories, textile materials, footwear, luggage, home textiles, carpets, office supplies, medical & healthcare products, food, sports & outdoor goods, personal care, bathroom essentials, pet supplies, and specialty products for rural revitalization.*

- Booth Changeover Periods: April 20–22 & April 28–30, 2025

- Online Platform Service Period: March 16 – September 15, 2025

- Website: [Canton Fair Official Site]

- Customer Service Hotline:

- Domestic: 4000-888-999

- International: +86-20-28-888-999

- Email: [email protected]

- Address: No. 382, Yuejiang Middle Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China

- Hong Kong Office: +852-28771318

About the Canton Fair 

Founded in 1957, the China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is held biannually in Guangzhou and co-hosted by China's Ministry of Commerce and the Guangdong Provincial Government. Organized by the China Foreign Trade Centre, the Canton Fair is China's longest-running, largest-scale, most comprehensive, and most widely attended trade event, earning its reputation as "China's No. 1 Exhibition" and a "barometer" of China's foreign trade.

The fair serves as a vital platform for China's global trade engagement. Since its inception, the Canton Fair has never been interrupted, successfully hosting 136 sessions and establishing trade relations with 229 countries and regions. Over the years, it has facilitated approximately $1.5 trillion in export transactions and attracted over 12 million international buyers through both offline and online platforms.

- Offline: 253,000 buyers from 214 countries and regions

- Online: 450,000 buyers from 224 countries and regions

On March 16, the first batch of imported exhibits for the 137th Canton Fair arrived from Turkey, consisting of 207 pieces of home appliances such as ovens, gas stoves, and range hoods. The shipment, weighing approximately 40,151 kg, entered China through Guangzhou Nansha Port under customs supervision, marking the beginning of exhibition preparations.