New York Fall Stationery and Office Supplies Exhibition, USA

The National Stationery Show (NSS), held annually in New York City, was founded in 1947 and is currently the only specialized stationery trade show in the United States. Since 2007, following the discontinuation of PAPERWORLD & SHOPA—the former U.S. trade show for educational and office supplies—it has emerged as an efficient platform for identifying potential customers, exploring new sales channels, and forging successful business relationships.

As one of the largest stationery and gift industry exhibitions in North America, the NSS brings together professionals from around the globe, including stationery manufacturers, gift producers, wholesalers, retailers, designers, and more.

For Chinese companies operating in the stationery and gift sectors, participating in this event presents an excellent opportunity. At the show, you can showcase your latest products, technologies, and services; engage with industry peers worldwide to exchange insights and establish valuable connections; and gain a deeper understanding of market trends and emerging business opportunities. Additionally, the exhibition can help facilitate trade with U.S. and international partners, expand your business network, and drive innovation and growth within your organization. (Copyright of this content belongs to Juzhan; unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.)

In recent years, as the stationery and office supplies sector in the U.S. has continued to evolve, the National Stationery Show has increasingly attracted buyers thanks to New York’s strategic geographic location. This event remains a highly anticipated platform for Chinese exhibitors, offering boundless business prospects.

New York Fall Stationery and Office Supplies Exhibition, USA tickets are e-tickets. Domestic and international visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name passport verification. After purchase, the organizer verifies visitor identity. Visitors who do not meet entry requirements may need to submit additional documents. Once approved, you will receive email confirmation or a QR code. On site, present your original passport and confirmation letter to collect a paper badge, or scan the QR code to enter.

The Exhibition Value of the National Stationery Show in New York, USA

• The National Stationery Show (NSS), founded in 1947 and organized by George Little Management, is currently the only specialized stationery exhibition held in the United States.Since the disappearance of PAPERWORLD & SHOPA—the U.S. trade show for paper, office supplies, and stationery—in 2007, NSS has emerged as an efficient platform for identifying potential customers, expanding sales channels, and establishing successful business relationships. Against the backdrop of rising demand for personalized products, growing interest in cultural and creative goods, and the convergence of digital technology with traditional writing, the show is widely recognized within the industry as a leading indicator of trends in North America’s stationery sector and a key gateway for companies seeking to expand into the U.S. and global markets.
• A One-Stop Showcase Covering the Entire Industry ChainThe exhibition encompasses the full spectrum of the stationery value chain, including greeting cards and stationery items (greeting cards, paper gifts, notebooks, premium stationery, customized printing equipment and related products), office supplies (desk accessories, writing instruments, storage and organizational boxes, printed materials, etc.), high-end luxury stationery (leather, metal, wood, and fabric-based premium pieces), giftware (stickers, offset-printed items, handicrafts, toys, games, books and periodicals), as well as festive and party-related gifts (balloons, decorative items, packaging, party supplies). From everyday writing tools to high-end collector’s fountain pens, and from creative greeting cards to personalized gifts, exhibitors can seamlessly integrate product presentation, brand exposure, and commercial negotiations all under one roof.
• Precise Access to Core Buyers and Distribution Channels in the U.S. and GloballyNew York serves as a central hub for the U.S. stationery and gift market, exerting influence across the nation and beyond. In 2025, the exhibition will span 26,000 square meters, bringing together 480 exhibiting companies from China, Hong Kong, Dubai, Russia, India, Mexico, Canada, Germany, Australia, Brazil, and other countries, while attracting 11,000 professional visitors. The audience includes wholesalers, retailers, gift shop buyers, designers, boutique buyers, and other multi-channel procurement stakeholders. As the U.S. stationery and office supplies industry continues to grow, New York’s strategic location increasingly draws more international buyers to participate.
• Unique Value for Chinese Enterprises—A Strategic Engine for Expanding into the North American MarketThis exhibition has long been eagerly anticipated by Chinese exhibitors, offering boundless business opportunities.
As the core city for stationery and gift consumption in the United States, New York provides Chinese stationery companies with a strategic platform to directly connect with North American buyers and showcase their own brands. Through this platform, Chinese enterprises can gain insights into U.S. market demand, engage with international buyers, secure overseas orders, and seize early opportunities in the North American stationery and gift market.
• A Unique Positioning at the Intersection of Stationery and Gifts. NSS is held concurrently with NY NOW, the New York International Gift & Home Goods Show, enabling exhibitors to tap into resources across three major channels—gifts, home goods, and stationery. The summer edition will feature dynamic brands spanning gifts, accessories, global and home design, luxury lifestyle, toys, and stationery, highlighting cultural richness and industry excellence. This cross‑category integration offers exhibiting companies a unique opportunity to reach a broader audience of buyers.
• A Vanguard for Technological Innovation and Industry Trends. At the show, personalized custom stationery, eco‑friendly and sustainable products, and creative stationery that blends digital and traditional elements have emerged as key highlights. Keeping pace with the stationery and gift industry’s evolving trends toward design‑driven, personalized, and premium offerings, the exhibition allows participating companies to promptly access critical insights on design trends, consumer preferences, and channel transformations.

Notable exhibitors

• Writing Instruments:U.S. agents and distributors of brands such as Montblanc, Parker, Cross, Sheaffer, Lamy, Pelikan, and others
• Countries and Regions of International Exhibitors:China, Hong Kong, Dubai, Russia, India, Mexico, Canada, Germany, Australia, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Spain