The second phase of the 137th Canton Fair, themed "Quality Home", concluded on April 27.

So far, a record 224,372 overseas buyers from 219 countries and regions have participated in this year's fair.

The second phase of the 137th Canton Fair concludes, while the third phase opens on May 1. [Photo/IC]

People browse products at the second phase of the 137th Canton Fair. [Photo/IC]

The fair demonstrated that innovation, green products, and original designs are becoming increasingly important to companies. 

Guangdong companies showcased this shift through some innovative products. One company introduced a kitchen faucet with a 360-degree rotating nozzle and dual-mode water delivery, while another showcased automatic sunshades, rain-sensing skylights, and motion-detecting lights.

Environmental protection and low-carbon practices have emerged as a "global passport". "European consumers are willing to pay a premium for green products," said a buyer from Portugal, who paid special attention to the environmental friendliness of products.

Many companies at the fair showcased their commitment to sustainability: 56 percent held green and low-carbon patents, 63.5 percent had relevant certifications, and a total of 880,000 green products were displayed.

Design also played a crucial role in reconstructing value systems. A Shandong handicraft company exhibited ornaments combining Nordic minimalism with traditional Chinese tie-dye techniques, designed by a Dutch team. The pre-sale volume in Europe and America has already exceeded 100,000 items.

Quality home products at the Canton Fair attract the attention of international customers. [Photo/IC]