There is great anticipation for the 132nd Canton Fair 2022 online, Asia’s largest export expo being held in China from October 15-24.
The National Pavilion has 50 exhibition areas distributed in 16 major categories of goods, and the International Pavilion covers 6 major themes, distributed in 50 exhibition areas.
We tell you what are the news the fall session of the trade event that brings together thousands of entrepreneurs from all over the world. In addition, we provide you with key data and suggestions you need to take into account to optimize your experience.
Compared to previous sessions, this edition features a larger exhibition scale, extended service hours and enhanced online functionality, creating a 24-hour supply-to-purchase matching platform for global buyers.
Larger scale of exposure
The 132nd Canton Fair will actively expand the range of exhibitors as it invites 10,000 new exhibitors based on the 25,000 in past sessions, bringing together high-quality companies from various sectors representing the highest level of Chinese manufacturing to offer a diversity of choices to global buyers.
The event continues to feature the cross-border e-commerce zone, will connect with five platforms and will conduct synchronized activities with 132 pilot zones.
Extended service hours
Starting this year, the service period of the online platform of each Canton Fair will be extended to half a year.
From October 15-24, exhibitors and buyers can contact each other online 24 hours a day through the official Canton Fair website.
From October 24 to March 15 next year, all functions will remain open except for the live exhibition and negotiation appointments, in order to make it easier for buyers to search for exhibits, meet exhibitors and discover more business opportunities.
Improved online functionality
This session will enhance the functions of the official website platform, with a more accurate exhibition search and the option to filter exhibitors by export destination market.
More convenient negotiation will also be offered, with a number of new instant communication features to improve contact efficiency.
The entire global business community is invited to participate, share business opportunities and cooperate for mutual benefit.
The 16 categories
- Electronics and home appliances
- Lighting equipment
- Vehicles and spare parts
- Machinery
- Hardware and tools
- Construction materials
- Chemicals
- Energy resources
- Consumer goods
- Gifts
- Home decorations
- Textiles and apparel
- Shoes
- Office supplies, cases and bags, and recreational products
- Food
- Medicines, Medical Devices and Medical Devices
What you need to know
- Registration and participation in the fair is free of charge free of charge
- There will be discussions, events and live virtual chats, where manufacturers will showcase their most innovative and high-tech products.
- You will have access to the profiles of each of the manufacturers and their product catalogs.
- You will be able to establish contacts with your potential supplier to start a long-term business relationship.
- You will learn about Chinese culture, their idiosyncrasies and the way they do business.
Key suggestions
- Chinese salespeople don’t like wasting time, so be ready with questions to ask the supplier and plan a purchasing strategy. have ready the questions you will ask the supplier and plan a purchasing strategy.. In this way, you will facilitate your contact possibilities and enrich your experience at the Fair.
- It is important that you have defined the product, your preferences and that you are specific with your search. The more details you have, the smoother your navigation through the website will be and the better results you will get in finding the right items and the right suppliers.
- Remember that the events will be broadcast during the night and early morning hours in Latin American countries, due to the time change.
- Keep an open mind!
It is the best place to look for business opportunities and bring them to your country, a great opportunity for Latin American companies. Contact us to receive our advice and meet the best suppliers in China.
Results of the last Canton Fair
At the 2022 Spring Session trade event, more than 25,500 domestic and foreign exhibitors showcased their products, attracting buyers from 228 countries and regions.
The Fair showcased China’s newest and highest level of manufacturing industry and demonstrated the country’s continued determination to implement the policy of openness and its attitude toward win-win cooperation with other countries and regions.
The event helped exhibitors find many more customers, offered convenient online communication, and provided various domestic and international trade resources as well as enhanced digital services.
With information from www.cantonfair.org.cn
