Canton Fair 2025 Autumn: Home Textiles Guide

Introduction

Home textiles at the Canton Fair represent a sprawling sector that touches every aspect of domestic life, from bedding and curtains to bathroom textiles, carpets and decorative fabrics. Phase 3 of the 138th (Autumn) China Import & Export Fair (Canton Fair) runs from 31 October to 4 November 2025, and the official product list highlights Home Textiles as a core category alongside fashion, stationery, health & recreation and more. This Canton Fair 2025 Autumn: Home Textiles Guide provides a higher‑dimensional overview of the home textiles sector, helping buyers navigate the halls, understand category segmentation, track emerging trends and source strategically.

Dates and Hall Layout

Phase 3 (Autumn 2025) operates for five days, Friday 31 October through Tuesday 4 November. The fairground is divided into three main areas—A, B and C—and home textiles occupy a large portion of Area B. According to the official hall map, categories are distributed as follows:

• Home Textiles – Halls 14.1, 15.1 (levels 1) and 14.2, 15.2, 16.2 (level 2) plus 14.3, 15.3, 16.3 (level 3). These halls house bedding, decorative fabrics, bathroom textiles, table linen, kitchen textiles and other household fabrics.
• Textile Raw Materials & Fabrics – Halls 14.4, 15.4, 16.4. Here buyers will find cotton, linen, silk, synthetic fabrics, yarns and fibres.
• Carpets & Tapestries – Hall 5.2 in Area A and temporary halls 4.1Y and 5.1Y. This zone exhibits machine‑made carpets, handmade rugs, tapestries and other flooring materials.

Navigating the halls

Home textile halls occupy two adjacent floors of Area B, making navigation comparatively straightforward. Begin at 14.1/15.1 (ground level) for large bedding and towel manufacturers; move upstairs to 14.2–16.2 for decorative and bathroom textiles; then finish on the third level (14.3–16.3) for more specialised and emerging suppliers. Allow extra time to visit 5.2 (carpets) in Area A and the temporary halls 4.1Y and 5.1Y; these are located outside the main complex. Use the Canton Fair app to filter exhibitors by product type and mark booths for targeted visits. Comfortable shoes and a rolling suitcase for samples are essential—expect to walk several kilometres per day.

Category Breakdown

Home textiles encompass a vast range of products. The table below summarises the main subcategories and example items drawn from industry sources.

Category	Example Products
Bedding & Bedroom Textiles	Blankets, bed sheets, bed covers, duvet covers, quilts, mattresses, towels quilts, pillows, pillowcases, bolster covers, mosquito nets
Home Decoration Textiles	Decorative cloth, fabric wall décor, curtains, sun‑blocking curtains, sofa covers, cushion covers, throw blankets, upholstery fabrics
Bathroom Textiles	Bath towels, shower curtains, beach towels, small towels, lid covers, bath mats
Table & Kitchen Textiles	Tablecloths, table mats, napkins, placemats, runners, aprons, rags, microwave‑oven gloves, pot holders, kitchen towels
Other Household Textiles	Back cushions, mats, cleansing textiles, flags, macrame, picnic mats, decorative throws
Textile Raw Materials & Fabrics	Cotton and blended fabrics; chemical and synthetic fabrics; linen and silk; wool and cashmere fabrics; non‑woven materials; industrial cloth; yarns and fibres (cotton/blended, hemp, wool, synthetic)
Carpets & Tapestries	Machine‑made carpets; handmade carpets (silk carpets, wool knotted carpets, latex‑coated carpets); tapestries; bamboo and grass woven carpets

Market Trends and Innovations

Eco‑friendly materials & natural fibres

The global shift toward sustainability is prominently reflected in Canton Fair’s home textile sector. During the 136th session, leading exhibitors showcased “green bamboo silk” derived from plant fibres and mushroom fibre fabrics with natural antibacterial properties. These innovations, developed by companies like Sunvim Group and Zibo Daranfang, signal a move toward plant‑based textiles that are both biodegradable and high‑performance. Expect to see bamboo fibre towels, modal and lyocell bedding, hemp fabrics and even pineapple and banana fibres. Exhibitors are also promoting organic cotton certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and recycled polyester made from post‑consumer plastic bottles.

Functional & smart textiles

Consumers increasingly demand multi‑functional home textiles—blankets that double as wearable throws, pillows with built‑in speakers, and bedding with integrated climate control. Reports from industry advisors highlight a surge in anti‑bacterial, moisture‑wicking, UV‑resistant and temperature‑regulating fabrics to enhance hygiene and comfort. Smart pillows with embedded sensors to track sleep quality and digital printing technologies that allow custom photo bedding are gaining traction. Suppliers are also embracing 3D weaving and jacquard technology for intricate patterns with minimal waste.

Minimalist aesthetics & wellness design

Minimalist design remains a dominant trend across home interiors. The Market Union blog notes that international retailers favour simple, versatile designs and eco‑friendly, multi‑functional items. In home textiles this translates to neutral tones, unbleached fabrics, natural textures and modular bedding sets that can be layered or separated as seasons change. Wellness‑oriented products such as aromatherapy pillows, weighted blankets and cooling bamboo sheets are also on the rise. Many exhibitors focus on hypoallergenic materials and natural dyes to promote well‑being.

Digital manufacturing & supply chain innovation

Digital transformation is reshaping home textile production. Exhibitors showcase digital printing, which allows small‑batch customisation without minimum order quantities, and CAD‑to‑loom software that accelerates design cycles. RFID tagging and blockchain‑enabled traceability help buyers verify raw material origins and monitor supply chains. These technologies align with growing consumer demand for transparency and on‑demand manufacturing.

Sourcing & Negotiation Strategies

1. Pre‑select exhibitors – Use the Canton Fair website and app to filter by product and certification (e.g., OEKO‑TEX, GOTS). Identify potential partners whose product lines match your design aesthetic and price point.
2. Assess material quality – Bring fabric swatches from your existing collection and compare them against samples. Ask about yarn counts, weaving techniques, dyeing methods and shrinkage rates. Request test reports for colour‑fastness, formaldehyde content and anti‑bacterial performance.
3. Evaluate production capabilities – For bedding and upholstery, inspect stitching density, seam strength and finishing. For carpets and tapestries, check knot density and dye uniformity. Inquire about loom widths, design development services, digital printing capacity and whether the supplier can handle custom patterns or private labels.
4. Negotiate holistically – Beyond unit price, discuss minimum order quantities, packaging options (vacuum packing, eco‑friendly bags), lead times and logistics (volume discounts for container loads). Many home textile products are bulky; negotiate on shipping terms (FOB, CIF) and clarify who bears duties and insurance.
5. Plan post‑fair follow‑up – Schedule factory visits to verify compliance with labour and environmental standards. Engage third‑party inspection agencies to audit production lines and test finished goods. Request small batch samples for wear testing before committing to large orders.

Yana Sourcing’s SMART + HEART Framework for Home Textiles

To secure the best partners, Yana Sourcing applies its proprietary SMART + HEART framework. This dual‑lens approach integrates quantitative due diligence with qualitative human insights.

SMART (Supplier Basics, Market & Financials, Assurance & Certifications, References & Case Studies, Transparency & ESG)

• Supplier Basics – Examine the supplier’s core competencies: Are they vertically integrated, covering spinning, weaving, dyeing and finishing? Do they operate modern shuttleless looms and CAD design systems? Determine whether they specialise in bedding, towels, upholstery or carpets and whether these align with your portfolio.
• Market & Financials – Review financial stability, export markets and capacity utilisation. Suppliers investing in digital printing, eco‑friendly dyeing and recycled yarns signal long‑term viability. Evaluate their client portfolio to ensure your orders won’t be deprioritised.
• Assurance & Certifications – ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and BSCI are baseline. For textiles, verify OEKO‑TEX Standard 100 or GOTS for organic materials. Ask for traceability certificates for down, wool or silk, and ensure dyes meet REACH or ZDHC requirements.
• References & Case Studies – Request examples of successful collaborations with brands of similar scale. Check testimonials for product durability, colour retention and customer satisfaction. For carpets and tapestries, ask to see projects installed in hotels or commercial spaces.
• Transparency & ESG – Inspect documentation of raw‑material sourcing (e.g., cotton from Better Cotton Initiative farms), water‑treatment facilities and waste management. Evaluate whether the supplier uses renewable energy and has programmes for worker welfare. A transparent supply chain reduces reputational risk.

HEART (History, Execution, Agility, Reliability, Trust)

• History – Suppliers with decades of experience often have refined weaving techniques and stable management. However, new entrants specialising in digital printing might offer innovation—balance heritage with modernity.
• Execution – Check consistency across sample lots: are patterns aligned, edges finished neatly and colours consistent? Execution also relates to order fulfilment—do they meet delivery schedules?
• Agility – Home textile fashion cycles may change slowly, but custom orders and market trends (e.g., seasonal colours or hospitality standards) require quick adaptation. Assess whether the supplier can develop prototypes quickly and scale production up or down.
• Reliability – Review on‑time delivery records, defect rates and warranty policies. Ask about contingency plans for raw‑material price volatility or supply disruptions.
• Trust – Evaluate communication style, openness to sharing factory information and willingness to collaborate on design. Trust builds through transparent discussions and cultural understanding; Yana emphasises face‑to‑face engagement and long‑term partnership building.

By applying SMART + HEART, Yana Sourcing filters out unreliable suppliers and identifies those who offer both hard‑metric excellence and human‑centric partnership potential. This ensures that your home textiles supply chain is not only cost‑competitive but also innovative, sustainable and resilient.

Conclusion

The Home Textiles sector at the Canton Fair 2025 Autumn offers a rich tapestry of bedding, decorative fabrics, bathroom linens and carpet products. With hall assignments across 14.x and 15.x levels and additional spaces for raw materials and carpets, planning your visit is crucial. Sustainability, functional innovation and digital manufacturing are reshaping the industry, while minimalism and wellness continue to influence design. Using the strategies and evaluation frameworks outlined here, buyers can navigate the fair confidently and secure partnerships that will add long‑term value to their product lines.

Related Links

To explore overall information and information about other categories, please visit our general sourcing guide: Canton Fair 2025 Autumn Master Guide: Dates, Phases, Registration, Travel & Sourcing Strategies.

Or visit the offical Canton Fair 2025 website at: https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US