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How to Find the Right Supplier at the Canton Fair – 5 Simple Steps (Free Checklist)
Release time: 2025-04-08
Attending the Canton Fair this May? Don’t waste time jumping from booth to booth. Here’s a simple but powerful checklist to help you spot the right supplier — and avoid common traps.
📝 Step 1: Do Research Before You Go
Use the official fair website to shortlist 10–15 suppliers in your category. Visit their websites and social pages.
✅ Look for:
- Their main products
- Certificates (BSCI, ISO, etc.)
- Factory size and export markets
🗣 Step 2: Prepare 3–5 Key Questions
At the booth, ask smart, direct questions like:
- MOQ & lead time
- Sample policy
- Export experience in your country
- Factory location and team size
🔍 Step 3: Request to See Certificates
Reliable suppliers will easily provide:
- ISO, BSCI, SEDEX reports
- Product test certificates
- Export documentation
⚠️ Step 4: Watch Out For Red Flags
Be cautious of:
- Very low prices
- No clear factory info
- Refusal to show documents
- Poor communication or vague answers
📥 Step 5: Download Our Free Checklist
Use our printable supplier checklist to compare vendors quickly.
👉 Get your PDF here: [Insert your download link]
🎯 Looking for a Trusted Sportswear Supplier with 13+ Years Experience?
Come talk to us in person!
📍 Booth Number: 6.1J28 (Area A)
📅 Date: 1st – 5th May, 2025
📌 Location: Canton Fair, Guangzhou, China
We specialize in OEM for activewear, teamwear, yoga, and compression apparel. Let’s explore how we can grow together.
📧 Book a meeting or send your inquiry to:
maggie@smartgrp.net
🤝 Looking forward to seeing you at the show!