China's Ministry of Commerce published the 140th Canton Fair schedule on 22 July. Phase 1 runs from 15 to 19 October, Phase 2 from 23 to 27 October and Phase 3 from 31 October to 4 November, with changeover days in between.
Phase 1 covers advanced manufacturing, including appliances, lighting, hardware and tools. Phase 2 covers furniture, gardening products, home decorations, building and decorative materials, household items, kitchenware, ceramics, bathroom equipment, rattan and iron products, festival goods, and prefabricated houses and courtyard facilities. Phase 3 includes home textiles, carpets, toys and pet products.
Pre-registration is open all year on the official website. New overseas buyers can collect a free badge at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Guangzhou South Railway Station, Pazhou Ferry Terminal, designated hotels or the fair's Hong Kong office.
Sources
- Ministry of Commerce of China: 140th Canton Fair dates and exhibition categories (opens in a new tab)
- Ministry of Commerce of China: 140th Canton Fair invitation (opens in a new tab)
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