At the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai.

Food and beverage trade professionals: importers, distributors, retailers, foodservice and Horeca buyers and manufacturers.

Is there business matchmaking?

Yes, SIAL offers pre-qualified matchmaking meetings through an AI-enhanced system, plus an invitation-only programme for key buyers.

SIAL Shanghai 2027

Name: SIAL Shanghai 2027
Start: 2027-05-18T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2027-05-20T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre

About this event

SIAL Shanghai is the Shanghai edition of SIAL China, the food and beverage trade fair Comexposium brought to China in 2000 as part of the global SIAL network. It has become a launchpad for international food and drink companies entering China and a sourcing hub for Asian importers, distributors, retailers and foodservice buyers, with exhibitors, matchmaking, awards and conference content under one roof.

Formats and features

Beyond the exhibition floor, SIAL Shanghai combines several programmes to connect exhibitors with qualified buyers and share market insight.

International Horeca & Catering Supply Chain area
AI-enhanced pre-qualified business matchmaking
Invitation-only programme for top procurement decision-makers
SIAL Elite Hour buyer networking reception
SIAL Innovation showcase of new products and trends
SIAL Innovation awards selected by an independent jury
Conference content with industry experts

Who attends

Importers, distributors, retailers, e-commerce platforms, hotel, restaurant and catering buyers and food manufacturers from China and across Asia looking for new products and suppliers from around the world.

SIAL in China

SIAL China runs in two cities: SIAL Shanghai in spring and SIAL Guangzhou, the gateway to the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia. The 2026 Guangzhou edition drew 66,517 trade professionals, according to the organizer.

SIAL Shanghai 2027 is a Food & Beverages event taking place 18-20 May 2027 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China.