China furniture sourcing guides
Buying furniture from China, explained by the team that does it every week.
Twelve plain-English guides on the markets, the factories, project sourcing and the paperwork — written in Foshan, where Ratahome coordinates production, quality control and shipping for homes and hospitality projects worldwide.
12 guidesMarkets, project sourcing and trade references
Written in FoshanBy the sourcing team, not a content agency
Updated 2026Fair dates, HS codes and market notes checked this year
No sales pitchHow buying works whether or not you work with us
01Understand the mapWhich region and supplier type fits your shopping list
02Verify before you orderFactory checks, samples and test reports that matter
03Plan by project typeHotel, contract, office and outdoor briefs done properly
04Get the paperwork rightMOQ, landed cost, HS codes and fair calendars
Start here
Markets & buying
Where furniture is made, how the markets work and how to judge a supplier before you commit.
China FurnitureBuying furniture from China? Compare regions, factories and showrooms, understand minimum orders, and work out the right starting point for your project.Read the guide →
Foshan FurniturePlan a furniture buying trip to Foshan. Learn what to look for in Lecong showrooms, what to ask factories in Longjiang, and how to compare your choices.Read the guide →
How to Buy Furniture from ChinaA practical guide to buying furniture from China: compare quotes, check samples, agree payments and inspection, and understand costs beyond the furniture price.Read the guide →
China Furniture Manufacturers: Verification GuideIs your furniture supplier a factory? Learn what to ask about the company, workshop, samples and test reports before placing an order in China.Read the guide →By project type
Project sourcing
Hospitality, contract, office and outdoor programmes each have their own brief, approvals and delivery rhythm.
Contract Furniture Sourcing in ChinaCoordinate commercial furniture from China with clear work packages, responsibilities, approval gates and delivery plans for hospitality, office and outdoor projects.Read the guide →
Hotel Furniture Sourcing in ChinaPlan hotel furniture sourcing in China with a room-by-room BOQ, FF&E samples, mock-up room approvals, supplier checks, packing and phased delivery.Read the guide →
Restaurant Furniture Sourcing in ChinaSource restaurant chairs, tables and banquettes from China with a practical brief for cleaning, comfort, layout, samples, spare parts and delivery.Read the guide →
Office Furniture Sourcing in ChinaPlan office furniture sourcing from China around users, workstation fit, verified product evidence, power and data interfaces, pilot samples and installation.Read the guide →
Outdoor Furniture Sourcing in ChinaCompare outdoor furniture specifications for sun, rain, coastal exposure and maintenance. Plan materials, cushion drainage, samples, packing and supplier checks.Read the guide →Reference
Trade references
Wholesale planning, customs codes and the trade-fair calendar — the paperwork side of buying from China.
China Furniture WholesalePlan wholesale furniture orders from China: compare suppliers, calculate MOQ by finish, build a mixed-container schedule and check the full landed cost.Read the guide →
Furniture HS Code GuideDoes your furniture belong under HS 9401, 9403 or 9404? Learn the main differences and what to send your customs adviser before importing.Read the guide →
China Furniture FairsCompare CIFF Guangzhou, CIFF Shanghai and Furniture China with verified dates, venue distinctions and a practical plan for supplier meetings and follow-up.Read the guide →