The 137th Canton Fair International Pavilion: A Recap on China's Longest-Running Trade Exhibit

Canton Fair 2025 lunged ahead with its debut robot zone, which impressed attendees and intensified their interest in robotics. This zone featured service robots in various industries by combining artificial intelligence (AI) and smart manufacturing. Thus, attendees gained significant insights into the future of human-machine collaboration. Many overseas attendees praised this exhibit for its bold strides and wow factor.

 

But this year's 137th Canton Fair was more than a showcase of innovative robotics. The appeal of this fair lies in its ability to attract international traders and to spur business growth like no other. Whether you're a trader from China or abroad, the fair offers extensive opportunities to meet suppliers, discover new products, and network with industry leaders. And since China is at the forefront of intelligent manufacturing, there's no better location for a trade show like this one.

 

Yet, the true winners of this fair were the buyers, who walked away with fantastic deals. Droves of buyers from America, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East placed millions of orders, showing how important this fair has become. Below, we reveal more details about the 137th Canton Fair China and what's next for consumer electronics products.

 

A Brief History of the Canton Fair

 

Launched in 1957, the China Trade Fair in Guangzhou quickly became the go-to exhibit for manufacturers to show off their products to enthusiastic local and international buyers. The initial purpose of this trade show was to promote China's burgeoning manufacturing industry. Due to the massive success of the fair, manufacturers from other countries eventually jumped on board to expose their products to the many attendees who congregate here.

 

Nearing almost seven decades of operation, the Guangzhou Canton Fair is on an upward growth trajectory. In 2024, during the 136th Canton Fair, there was a presence of over 30,000 companies and 253,000 buyers, exceeding all previous attendee records. Another notable aspect of the fair is that it's a bi-annual event, regularly running every Spring and Autumn. 

 

Today, the fair exhibits products in the following 13 categories:

 

 - Electronics & Appliance

 - Housewares

 - Home Textiles

 - Manufacturing

 - Gifts & Decorations

 - Stationery

 - Vehicles & Two Wheels

 - Building & Furniture

 - Health & Recreation

 - Light & Electrical

 - Toys & Children Baby and Maternity

 - Hardware

 - Fashion

 

When Was The 137th Canton Fair International Pavilion Held?

 

The 137th Canton Fair, hosted in Guangzhou, ran in three phases on the following dates:

 

 - Phase 1: 15-19 April

 - Phase 2: 23-27 April

 - Phase 3: 1-5 May

 

And the product categories exhibited during each phase:

 

 - Phase 1: Electronics & Appliance, Vehicles & Two-Wheel, Light & Electrical, and Hardware

 - Phase 2: Housewares, Gifts & Decorations, and Building & Furniture

 - Phase 3: Fashion, Home Textiles, Food Health & Recreation, and Toys & Children Baby Maternity

 

When Will the 138th Canton Fair Be Held?

 

The 138th Canton Fair will run in three phases on the following dates:

 

  

 - Phase 1: 15-19 October

 - Phase 2: 23-27 October

 - Phase 3: 31 October - 4 November

 

Key Highlights at the Recent Canton Fair

 

Approximately 80% of companies at the Guangzhou fair exhibited their products here for the first time. Some of the most notable showings were from Yushu Technology and Taixi Intelligence. Yushu Technology showcased their range of humanoid robots and robotic dogs, creating a stir among the crowd. 

 

Taixi Intelligence demonstrated its trailblazing exoskeleton robot, featuring significant technological advancements in its main components and algorithms. These technologies drew large crowds and plenty of buyer interest, which is a positive sign for China's robotics industry.  

 

Which Consumer Electronics Products Will Be Trending in 2025?

 

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Furthermore, it's a Meta-certified accessory, offering a lightweight fit for extensive VR sessions. It features a unique head strap designed to be incredibly comfortable, especially during those long and intense VR sessions that true enthusiasts love. It also does away with facial pressure that has the potential to cause discomfort.

 

In Conclusion

 

Canton Fair 2025 was one of the best and most eye-opening China-based trade shows in recent years. The advancements in robotics and AI and the growing buyer interest bode well for the future of home and work automation products. However, there's still plenty of customer demand for consumer electronics, especially VR headsets and accessories. Contact TVCMALL today to learn more about our trendsetting VR and consumer electronic products and how they will boost your sales figures!