Get your sourcing strategy on track with the essential lowdown on the Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) October 2025 dates. We’re covering schedules, ticket access, and everything between. Running Oct 15 – Nov 4, 2025 at Guangzhou’s Pazhou Complex, this Asia trade giant packs 1.5 million sqm with 70,000 booths. Consider this your battle plan for the world’s biggest sourcing floor. Save this guide.

Making Sense of the 2025 Canton Fair Phases

The October fair splits into three focused industry blocks. Hit the right phase for your niche:

• Phase 1: Oct 15-19

Electronics, Industrial Gear & New Energy Take Centre Stage Score automotive components, power systems, and smart factory tech. Top spot for engineers and OEM buyers.

• Phase 2: Oct 23-27

Home & Lifestyle Focus Furniture, ceramicware, gifts, and bathroom suppliers. Prime time for retailers and design pros.

•  Phase 3: Oct 31-Nov 4

Textiles, Food & Wellness Finale Source apparel, medical kit, toys, and pet products. Non-negotiable for FMCG importers.

Doors open 9 AM–6 PM daily.

Lock meetings early. All phases at Pazhou Complex.

The on-site situation of the 2024 Autumn Trade Fair

Getting Your Pass to the 2025 Canton Fair

Walk-ins? Forget it. Plan ahead for credentials.

• Exhibit Your Brand (Long Game) Who’s it for:

Licensed import/export biz entities (corporate or individual).

Paperwork: Biz license, import/export permit, tax cert.

How to apply:

1. 1. Hit “Exhibitor Services” on the Canton Fair official site
   2. Pick your sector (e.g., Electronics, Homegoods), upload docs
   3. Wait for trade delegation approval (typically 1-2 months), then pay booth fees (Standard: ¥30k–¥50k per phase)

Perks: Recurring booth access, direct buyer pipelines, brand lift.

Heads up: Booths get snapped up. Apply 6+ months out. Newbies: Get local Commerce Bureau backing.

• Go as a Buyer (Short-Term Access) Who’s it for:

• Global sourcers, trading firms, corporate reps.

Credentials:

• • Domestic: ¥50M RMB+ annual turnover (~$6.9M USD), relevant business scope
  • International: Company reg docs + procurement intent letter

Process:

1. 1. “Buyer Registration” on fair site
   2. Submit biz/personal docs
   3. Pay fees if applicable (Qualified domestic: free; Paid passes: ~¥300/day)

Why bother: Full hall access, networking events.

Pro tip: Apply 4+ weeks early. Day-of registration rarely works.

•  Tag Along as a Buyer’s Aide For:

• Translators, assistants with registered int’l buyers.
• Must-haves: Your buyer present for on-site “Companion Pass” requests.
• Cost: ¥350/day (cash/scan onsite)
• Docs: Copy of buyer’s badge + your ID/passport
• Upside: No biz docs needed.
• Catch: Stick with your buyer. Passes expire daily.

Beating the Chaos at Pazhou

Don’t waste time navigating. Master these moves for Halls A/B/C/D:

• 🚇 Metro Cheat Sheet:
  • Line 8 to Xingangdong (Exit A): Hall A
  • Pazhou Station (Exit A/B): Hall B
  • Pazhou Station (Exit C): 5-min walk west to Hall C
  • From Airport (CAN): Line 3 → Switch to Line 8 at Kecun.
• 🚖 Taxis/Didi:
• Only use official zones:
  • Hall A: Zhong Lu taxi lane
  • Hall C: East-side pickup (Drop-offs elsewhere = chaos)
• 🚗 Driving In?
• Shenzhen/Dongguan route: G4 Expressway → Keyun Rd exit → Pazhou Bridge.
• Reality check: On-site parking’s a myth. Book off-site spots now.

Why Importers Can’t Skip the 2025 Fair

Beyond the hype, here’s the real value:

• See Tomorrow’s Products: Spot AI home tech, sustainable textiles, and industrial IoT before rivals.
• Vet Suppliers Live: Check finishes, test MOQs, negotiate face-to-face. No spec sheet lies.
• Read the Market: Catch reg updates at seminars, spot design shifts on the floor. Intel you won’t get online.
• Buyer Perks: Early birds get translation support and meeting pods.

The factory advantages of KANOD doors and Windows manufacturer

Kanod Windows & Doors: Factory Access > Booth

Not exhibiting this round? Their Foshan HQ is open. As a top-tier manufacturer, Kanod delivers:

• Sustainable doors/windows
• Bespoke aluminum-wood builds
• Smart home integrated systems

Tour Their Floor: Located in Nanhai District, Foshan (~1hr from Pazhou). Book online to see their operation in action. Bring your project specs – their engineers will talk shop.

Fair Survival Tactics (From Vets)

• Sleep Smart: Book now near Kecun or Pazhou stations. Hotel prices double mid-fair.
• Work Your Network: Grab the official app. Pre-book supplier meets before landing.
• Pack Heavy: Bring 2x the business cards you think you’ll need + catalog PDFs/USBs.

Last Call:

The Oct ‘25 Canton Fair moves sourcing needles. Lock passes at [Official Site]. For serious building materials? Skip crowded halls – Kanod’s Foshan factory shows you real craftsmanship.