Question 1

When do Chinese factories close for Chinese New Year?

Accepted Answer

Official public holidays run about a week, but most factories close longer — commonly two to four weeks once travel and staff returning late are counted. Capacity is committed weeks before that.

Question 2

How far ahead should I place orders before Chinese New Year?

Accepted Answer

Work backwards from the port cut-off, not the holiday itself. Production slots fill well in advance and the last runs before closure are the ones most likely to have quality problems.

Question 3

What is Golden Week?

Accepted Answer

The National Day holiday in early October. It is shorter than Chinese New Year but still closes factories and congests ports.

China Public Holiday Calendar — Factory Shutdown Dates