Guangzhou Sourcing GuideThe 133rd Canton Fair (Spring 2023)
Physical fair · 15 April – 5 May 2023 · Guangzhou, China
| Overseas buyers | 129,006 |
|---|---|
| Countries and regions | 229 |
| Intended export deals | USD 216.9bn onsite + USD 34.2bn online |
| Exhibitors | 35,000 |
| Exhibition space | 1,500,000 sqm |
| Hall entries | 2,900,000 visits |
What happened
- The first physical fair after three fully online editions, and the largest to date: 1.5 million sqm, 35,000 offline exhibitors.
- 129,006 overseas buyers attended in person, from 213 countries and regions.
- Onsite export deals of USD 21.69 billion plus USD 3.42 billion concluded online.
- Total hall entries exceeded 2.9 million visits, a record.
Session overview
The 133rd Canton Fair, held in spring 2023, marked a significant milestone in the post-pandemic recovery. With 129,006 overseas buyers from 229 countries and regions, this edition represented a strong rebound in international buyer attendance. The fair's return to near-pre-pandemic attendance levels signalled the recovery of global sourcing activity.
For buyers, this edition is notable for the strong rebound in attendance, with 129,006 overseas buyers representing a significant increase from the pandemic-era editions. The 229 participating countries reflect the fair's broad global reach. The 133rd session provides a key benchmark for the post-pandemic recovery of the Canton Fair.
Buyer context
This edition drew 129,006 overseas buyers, from 229 countries and regions. The attendance figures reflect the fair's global reach and the level of buyer interest in sourcing from Chinese suppliers at this edition. Comparing attendance across editions helps buyers understand the trajectory of the Canton Fair and the broader trends in international sourcing.
For buyers planning to attend future editions, the attendance figures provide a benchmark for understanding the scale and competitiveness of the fair. Higher attendance generally indicates stronger buyer interest and a wider range of suppliers to choose from, while lower attendance may reflect external factors such as travel restrictions or economic conditions.
Source
Southern Metropolis Daily | 133rd Canton Fair closes: 2.9 million visits, USD 21.69bn onsite, official Canton Fair publication, checked 2026-10-23. Original headline: 南方都市报 | 第133届广交会闭幕，累计进馆超290万人次 现场出口成交额达216.9亿美元