Inside The 139th Canton Fair: B2B Key Insights Inside The 139th Canton Fair: B2B Key Insights
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About
The 139th Canton Fair, China's largest and most comprehensive trade fair, will take place in Guangzhou from April to May 2026, featuring three phases covering electronics, consumer goods, and food & agricultural products. With over 60,000 booths and participation from buyers worldwide, it offers a unique platform for international trade and supplier discovery.
Who Should Attend
Importers, buyers, and business professionals seeking to source products from China should attend. The fair is ideal for both experienced traders and first-time buyers looking to establish new supplier relationships and explore diverse product categories.
The Canton Fair is the largest and most comprehensive trade fair in China, held biannually in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. Organized by the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China and hosted by the China Foreign Trade Centre, it has been running since 1957 and serves as China's most important gateway for international trade.
Fair Schedule
Phase 1 (April 15–19, 2026): Electronics & Household Electrical Appliances, Lighting, Vehicles & Spare Parts, Machinery, Hardware & Tools, Building Materials, Chemical Products, and Energy Resources.
Phase 2 (April 23–27, 2026): Consumer Goods, Gifts, Home Decorations, Textiles & Garments, Shoes, Bags, and Office Supplies.
Phase 3 (May 1–5, 2026): Food & Agricultural Products, Medicines, Health Products, and Medical Devices.
Key Highlights
The fair features over 60,000 exhibition booths spanning 1.5 million square meters of exhibition space, attracting more than 200,000 overseas buyers from over 210 countries and regions. Both offline exhibitions and the Canton Fair Online Platform are available, enabling year-round sourcing and business matching. Comprehensive services include product launches, trade negotiations, industry forums, and networking events.
Why Attend
The Canton Fair offers unparalleled access to Chinese manufacturers and suppliers across virtually every industry. Whether you are a seasoned importer or a first-time buyer, the fair provides a one-stop platform to discover new products, compare suppliers, negotiate deals, and build lasting business relationships. For more details and buyer registration, visit the official website at www.cantonfair.org.cn.
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