As Chinese New Year approaches, international shipping schedules become increasingly tight. Based on current sea freight arrangements, most shipping lines set their final cargo cut-off dates around February 6. In practical terms, this means that goods intended for shipment before the holiday must be ready for export at least one week before the cut-off, which places the latest production completion time at the end of January.
For overseas buyers of shoe care products, insoles, and foot care accessories, this period is especially critical. Missing the cut-off window may result in shipments being postponed until after the holiday, leading to longer lead times and delayed market plans.
Factory Production Schedule Before the Holiday
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At present, most factories will continue production until around February 10. Chinese New Year falls on February 16, and factories will gradually shut down ahead of the holiday to allow for logistics preparation and employee travel.
It is important to note that while production is still possible before February 10, capacity becomes increasingly limited as the holiday approaches. Raw material availability, labor scheduling, and quality control timelines are all under pressure during this period. Early confirmation of orders is therefore strongly recommended.
What Happens to Orders Placed Now
Orders placed at this stage will be scheduled for shipment after Chinese New Year. Factory operations are expected to resume gradually after March 2, once the holiday period fully concludes.
However, placing orders now offers a clear advantage: it allows us to secure priority production slots once factories restart. Early planning helps reduce post-holiday congestion and ensures smoother order execution during the peak resumption period.
Planning Tips for International Buyers
To minimize risk and maintain supply stability, we recommend confirming order quantities and specifications as early as possible. Early communication helps us better support OEM/ODM requirements, production planning, and delivery coordination after the holiday.
Our team remains available throughout the holiday period for order planning and project discussions, ensuring a smooth transition into the new production cycle.
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Market research and planning the product We look closely at market trends and use data to make recommendations about products to help our clients.
We update our style every year and use the latest materials to make our products better.
Production cost and process improvement: We suggest the best production process for each customer, while keeping costs down and making sure the product is of high quality.
We promise to check our products thoroughly and make sure they are always delivered on time. This will help our customers meet their supply chain needs.
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Post time: Jan-10-2026
