SIAL China - Food Innovation Show Shanghai
SIAL China is the Shanghai edition of the SIAL network, held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Pudong. The 2027 show is scheduled for 18-20 May.
About SIAL China
SIAL China is the Shanghai edition of the SIAL network, held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Pudong. The 2027 show is scheduled for 18-20 May.
When is SIAL China?
| Event | SIAL China - Food Innovation Show Shanghai |
|---|---|
| Dates | 18-20 May 2027 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| City / country | Shanghai, China |
| Venue and address | Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), 2345 Longyang Road, Pudong, 201204, Shanghai, China |
| Organizer | Comexposium-SIAL Exhibition Co., Ltd. |
| Official website | https://www.sialchina.com |
Always confirm dates, venue and entry rules on the organizer's official website before you travel. Radiance Overseas is not the organizer of this event.
Why SIAL China Matters for Indian Agro Exporters and Buyers
China imports a wide range of food ingredients and raw materials. Indian suppliers of pulses, spices, soybean and soy products, millets and coffee meet Chinese importers and food companies here; China-specific registration and import rules (such as GACC registration) usually need to be handled before any trade begins.
Typical visitors and buyers:
- Chinese importers and traders
- Food manufacturers
- Retail and e-commerce buyers
- Foodservice distributors
SIAL China Year-by-Year
Annual editions tracked 2011–2024. Muted tabs indicate years Radiance followed the show for market intelligence without exhibiting.
National Exhibition and Convention Center
Where SIAL China has been held annually since 2000 · 4,500+ exhibitors · 180,000+ Asia-Pacific trade visitors · 100+ countries represented
SIAL China Venue
SIAL China is held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai, one of Asia's largest and most modern exhibition facilities. Located at 333 Songze Avenue in Qingpu District, Shanghai, the NECC features state-of-the-art halls and comprehensive infrastructure for large-scale international trade shows.
The venue is well-connected: approximately 30 minutes by taxi from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and 40 minutes from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. The NECC is accessible via metro and major highway networks. Hotels including Sheraton Shanghai, Pullman Shanghai, and local business accommodations are within walking distance and nearby districts.
Address: National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), 333 Songze Avenue, Qingpu District, Shanghai 201702, China · Airports: Pudong PVG (30 min) · Hongqiao SHA (40 min)
Tips for Buyers Following SIAL China
- Check sialchina.com and register before the May edition to access the official buyer matching system and downloadable exhibitor directory.
- Prepare a sourcing list with HS codes, origin, certification requirements, and price targets before visiting.
- Identify key exhibitor countries — India, ASEAN, Europe — SIAL China organizes by pavilion for focused sourcing.
- Bring a Mandarin interpreter for technical negotiations; most procurement managers prefer Chinese documentation.
- Collect contact information systematically: booth numbers, company details, product specs, and follow up within 5 business days.
Products relevant to this show
Radiance Overseas exports Indian agro products. These are the lines most relevant to buyers at SIAL China:
- Pulses - Chickpeas, lentils, split pulses and dals from Indian origin.
- Spices - Whole and powdered Indian spices - turmeric, cumin, coriander, chilli and more.
- Soybean - Whole soybeans from India for crushing, soy-food processing and protein manufacturing.
- Millets (ragi and others) - Ragi, foxtail, little and other millets for the fast-growing ancient-grain segment.
- Coffee - Indian Arabica and Robusta green coffee, plus instant coffee, for roasters and importers.
- Tea - Bulk Indian tea for blenders, packers and private-label brands.
Buyers planning for SIAL China
Meeting buyers or suppliers around SIAL China? Contact Radiance Overseas to discuss specifications, request a quotation, or arrange samples before the show. We supply Indian soybean, soy meal, textured vegetable protein, wheat and wheat flour, coffee, tea, millets, pulses and spices, and can prepare documentation for your destination market.
Practical tips for sourcing meetings
- Send your specification, packing and destination requirements to your suppliers 3-4 weeks ahead so quotations are ready when you meet.
- Ask for samples and a certificate of analysis for each product, and compare them against your own quality standard.
- Confirm which certificates your market needs - organic, food safety, phytosanitary and origin documents - before you negotiate price.
- Agree incoterms, payment terms and shipment windows in writing after the meeting, and keep a record of what was discussed.
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