Guangzhou Sourcing & the Canton Fair
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Guangzhou is the host city of the Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair), held twice a year across three phases, with electronics and consumer products concentrated in Phase 1. For buyers it is the densest place to meet real manufacturers face to face, but the fair mixes genuine factories with trading companies, so booth presence alone is no proof of production capability. Registration is free if done online in advance; on-site badges cost more and waste time.
When using the Canton Fair to source, the goal is shortlisting suppliers to audit later, not closing deals on the floor. We treat the fair as lead generation: collect catalogs and contacts in Guangzhou, then verify factory ownership and run a real audit before placing any order.
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FAQ
Which Canton Fair phase covers electronics?
Phase 1 covers electronics, electrical products, lighting, and machinery. Confirm the current year's dates on the official fair site, as the three phases run on separate date blocks each spring and autumn.
Are Canton Fair exhibitors all real factories?
No. Many booths are trading companies, not manufacturers. A booth confirms a sales presence, not a factory — verify ownership and production capability with an audit before ordering.
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