Old Skool Tattoo Supplies

Canton Fair – A Goldmine for Tattoo Supply Buyers

The 138th Canton Fair in Guangzhou, China, brings together thousands of manufacturers and buyers from all over the world. For tattoo studios, distributors, and resellers, it is one of the best places to discover cool, cheap, reliable and trusted tattoo supplies under one roof.

From entry-level gear to high-end professional tools, the fair is packed with vendors offering competitive factory pricing, flexible MOQs, and a huge range of private label and OEM/ODM options for tattoo brands looking to grow.

What You Can Find at the 138th Canton Fair

Professional Tattoo Machines & Power

Walk through the fair and you will see rotary pens, wireless battery machines, coil machines, and professional power supplies designed for stable, smooth performance. Many manufacturers offer:

• Lightweight rotary pens for long sessions
• Adjustable voltage wireless batteries
• Reliable coil machines for lining and shading
• Foot pedals, clip cords and full power kits

Cartridges, Needles & Grips

Tattoo needle quality can make or break your work. At the Canton Fair you can compare cartridge needles, classic needles, and disposable grips from multiple factories side by side:

• RL, RS, RM, M1, M1C and more configurations
• Membrane cartridges for better ink control
• Ergonomic disposable grips and tubes
• Sterilized, EO-gas sealed and lot-tracked products

Inks, Aftercare & Hygiene

Buyers can explore a wide range of tattoo inks, PMU pigments, and care products, including:

• Vibrant, long-lasting tattoo inks
• Practice skins and training materials
• Aftercare cream, foaming soap, and film wrap
• Barrier protection, clip-cord sleeves, bibs, and more

Furniture, Studio Setup & OEM Branding

The fair is also a great place to source comfortable tattoo chairs, stools, workstations, lighting, and packaging solutions. Many suppliers can help with:

• OEM/ODM for your own tattoo brand
• Custom boxes, labels, and logo printing
• Bulk orders with stable, repeatable quality
• Long-term supply and export support

Why Buyers Trust Canton Fair Tattoo Suppliers

The 138th Canton Fair gathers factory-direct suppliers that are used to working with overseas customers. Many of these suppliers already export to Europe, North America, and South America and understand:

• Stable quality control and batch tracking
• CE/FDA-related documentation (where applicable)
• Safe packaging for long-distance shipping
• Long-term, repeat orders and private labels

For tattoo shops and distributors, this means access to cheap, reliable and trusted tattoo supplies with better margins and consistent quality over time.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit

If you are planning to visit the 138th Canton Fair, a little preparation goes a long way:

• Make a list of tattoo products you want to source (machines, needles, grips, inks, etc.).
• Prepare your expected order quantities and target price ranges.
• Ask suppliers about sterilization, certificates, and batch records.
• Compare multiple vendors before making final decisions.
• Collect catalogs, samples, and contact details for follow-up after the fair.

With so many suppliers in one place, the Canton Fair is ideal for testing products, negotiating prices, and building long-term supply partnerships.