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FHC Shanghai 2025: Opening Doors to China's Food Market

From November 12 to 14, 2025, the 28th edition of the FHC Shanghai Global Food Trade Show will take place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Traditionally recognized as Asia's premier food and beverage trade fair, this year's event promises to be an exceptional gathering of over 3,000 exhibitors from more than 100 countries. The FHC Shanghai establishes itself as a crucial platform for global brands looking to penetrate China's booming $1.5 trillion food market, attracting over 180,000 professional buyers from various sectors.

The trade show will cover an impressive exhibition area of 200,000 square meters, featuring 15 distinct product sections. Attendees can expect to find a diverse range of food items, including

• - meats,
• - seafood,
• - snack foods,
• - beverages,
• - dairy products,
• - confectionery and chocolate,
• - catering supply chains and raw ingredients,
• - spices and oils,
• - coffee and tea,
• - baked goods and light meals,
• - food processing and packaging,
• - ready-to-eat meals and bulk kitchens,
• - canned foods and raw materials,
• - machinery and equipment,
• - hot pot ingredients and accessories, as well as cross-sector collaboration in food and medicine principles and baby food.

Last year, the event witnessed unprecedented participation with pavilions from over 50 nations and regions. FHC 2025 anticipates the unveiling of the first wave of international pavilions featuring representatives from Italy, Japan, Spain, Turkey, Germany, Austria, Australia, the UK, Armenia, Thailand, and Russia, among others. The attendance of 171,828 visitors last year underscored the show's influence in the food industry.

Strategic Highlights for 2025

• - Buyer Engagement: Focused outreach to importers (20.61%), distributors (22.94%), and e-commerce platforms, alongside hotel chains to encourage active participation in the exhibition.
• - Global Participation: Enhanced international pavilions and a Hosted Buyer Program catering to key markets such as the USA, Italy, the UK, and ASEAN countries.
• - Knowledge Hub: Concurrent forums addressing topics like food e-commerce, sustainable gastronomy, and retail innovations will be part of the event agenda.
• - Competitions: Exciting events will include coffee-related competitions supported by World Coffee Events, culinary contests certified by the World Association of Chefs Societies, and various specialized event categories.

We look forward to welcoming you to this significant occasion in November!

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