FAQ

We are delighted to welcome you to two major food & beverage events in 2026: ●SIAL Shanghai will be held from May 18–20, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). ●4th SIAL in China South · Guangzhou will take place from September 3–5, 2026, at the Poly World Trade Center Expo in Guangzhou. We look forward to connecting you with global business opportunities across both editions.

You may find the relevant contact person at the bottom of each corresponding page on our website. For any enquiries, you may: ●Send us an email ●Call our hotline Find us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook by searching "SIAL in China", and feel free to send us a message.Our team will respond to you as soon as possible.

We recommend registering in advance via the official SIAL in China website or the official social media registration link. Early registration entitles you to complimentary entry, while a registration fee may apply for onsite applications.

Visitors from Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, Taiwan (China), and other regions outside Mainland China are required to present a valid personal identification document at the designated counter in the registration hall during show days. A visitor badge will be issued upon verification. Entry to the exhibition halls will be granted by swiping the issued event badge at the entrance gates.

No. This exhibition operates under a real-name registration system. Please ensure that your registration details match your valid identification document. Badges are non-transferable.

●Admission Policy:SIAL Shanghai 2026 is a professional food and beverage trade exhibition, strictly open to industry professionals only. Individuals under the age of 18, as well as non-industry visitors aged over 70, are not permitted to enter the venue. The organiser reserves the right to refuse entry or request departure from the premises at its sole discretion. ●Real-Name Verification System: For SIAL Shanghai 2026, a real-name verification entry system will be implemented. Mainland China visitors must bring the original and valid personal ID card used during registration. Access to the exhibition halls will be granted by swiping the registered ID card at the entrance gates. ●On-Site Transactions:SIAL Shanghai 2026 is a trade-only exhibition. On-site retail purchases are strictly prohibited. The organiser shall not be held responsible for any consequences arising from violations of this regulation.

SIAL Shanghai 2026 is a professional food and beverage trade exhibition, strictly open to industry professionals only. Individuals under the age of 18, as well as non-industry visitors aged over 70, are not permitted to enter the venue.

As a global food & beverage trade network, SIAL is present in multiple international markets.In addition to China (Shanghai and Guangzhou), SIAL Network are held in: ●Paris, France ●Montreal & Toronto, Canada ●India ●Indonesia ●Malaysia ●Algeria ●Vietnam Each edition connects regional markets with the global food industry ecosystem.