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The CIFF After Dark: What Really Happens When the Exhibition Hall Closes

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Foshan’s Hidden Problem: The Environmental Cost of Cheap Furniture

Foshan’s Hidden Problem: The Environmental Cost of Cheap Furniture

on July 29, 2026July 29, 2026

Is cheap Foshan furniture worth the hidden environmental risk? A buyer's guide to VOCs, green manufacturing & supplier screening.

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How Long Does It Really Take to Manufacture Furniture in China?

How Long Does It Really Take to Manufacture Furniture in China?

on July 29, 2026July 29, 2026

How long does China furniture manufacturing really take? Break down sample, sourcing, queue, production & QC stages with real category data.

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The Complete Zhejiang Sourcing Route for Outdoor Furniture Buyers (7 Cities, 4 Days)

The Complete Zhejiang Sourcing Route for Outdoor Furniture Buyers (7 Cities, 4 Days)

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The End of Cheap OEM? How China’s Furniture Export Model Is Evolving Fast

on July 29, 2026July 29, 2026

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America Can’t Build a Sofa: Why 70% of US Furniture Still Comes from Abroad

on July 28, 2026July 28, 2026

Most US furniture is imported not because of price, but because the manufacturing ecosystem collapsed in the 1990s. Here's what buyers need to know about domestic vs. import dependency.`

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Chinese Furniture Got More Expensive Overseas—And Buyers Didn’t Even Blink

on July 28, 2026July 29, 2026

Furniture export prices from China keep climbing. Learn what's driving the increase, why buyers aren't fleeing to Vietnam, and what this means for your next purchase order.

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