HI F&B Professionals

Global food consumers are becoming pickier than ever.

SIAL Shanghai 2026 is the premier platform designed to help you navigate these demands. We are the strategic epicenter where vision meets scale, turning the freshest innovations into rapid business growth.

Our 2026 Online Marketplace is now LIVE. Explore the constantly updating vetted exhibitor lists and market-ready "New Species" await your arrival in Shanghai. Here are some tips for sourcing smart:

01. Beyond Sourcing: Discover "New Species"

Why travel to Shanghai? Because China is now the world's Fast-Forward lab for F&B. From Functional Bio-hacking Snacks to Sensory Therapy Beverages, we are showcasing categories that don't exist in traditional catalogs. Those products inspired by new generation consumer habits—they are the Game-Changers to reload your SKUs for profit.

The New Species Spotlight: Experience the frontier of Chinese Medicinal & Food Homology, Low Glycemic Index, Protein + Fiber, etc... Discover products that turn traditional wellness into Gen-Z fashion.

Self-heating LOW GI Rice	Low GI Red Bean Egg Yolk Pastry	Chicken Quinoa Protein Strips
Bio-active Probiotic Dairy Drink for Kids	Kale-Based Liquid Salad	Hawthorn Tangerine Peel Juice

02. The Premier International Catering Supply Chain Ecosystem

With China's catering market exceeding RMB 5.8 trillion (approx. USD 800 billion) and food imports surpassing USD 127 billion, SIAL Shanghai 2026 stands as the definitive catering supply chain ecosystem for this massive demand.

What to source at this epicenter:

Ready-to-Serve Solutions: Frozen & Prepared Food, Light Meals, Pizza.

Bakery & Modern Tea: Professional Bakery, High-end Beverages.

Ready-to-Cook Excellence: Unlock the "One-Pack-One-Dish" precision seasoning system. Diversify your Prepared Asian Food menu and replicate authentic flavours. We offer global catering giants the ultimate solution to scale and lead the next wave of Asian-cuisine global sales.

03. Global Selection, Local Edge

With 60% international brands converging under one roof, SIAL Shanghai provides a stable gateway to source the best from around the globe. From global farms to VC-backed products, you will gain deep insights into the evolving consumer market. This is where your buying decisions translate into competitive advantage.

Global Access, Simplified: Did you know you can now fly to China directly and stay up to 30 days? Getting to the source of your next Game-Changer has never been easier. With visa-free entry now extended to 50+ countries, seeing the whole picture of the world's most dynamic food market is more convenient than ever.

Check if your country is on the 2026 exemption list.

Import Meat	Bakery Goods	Cheese & Dairy
Oil	Seasonings	Gourmet

One Event, All the Opportunities.

With 200,000 sqm and 5,000+ exhibitors, SIAL Shanghai 2026 is the global hub where the food community connects, trades, and thrives. Grab the chance to gain an exclusive first look at the trends dominating the Asian market for the next 3-5 years. Source the Game-Changer that reloads your business.

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