Shanghai – September 15–17, 2026 – The 2026 China International Fine Chemicals Exhibition – The 23rd China International Chemical Industry Fair (ICIF China 2026) will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Jointly organized by three authoritative institutions – the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF), the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade – Chemical Industry Sub-Council (CCPIT-Chem), and the China National Chemical Information Center (CNCIC) – the event’s official website is www.icif.cn.

Three Decades of Excellence – A Global One-Stop Trading Platform for the Chemical Industry

Founded in 1992, ICIF China has served as a key platform for global chemical trade, technology exchange, and trend analysis for over 34 years. With the “15th Five-Year Plan” as its guiding framework, the 2026 edition focuses on green and low-carbon development, high-end transformation, and intelligent manufacturing, showcasing the industry’s latest products, technologies, and innovations. Through domestic and overseas buyer invitation programs and international matchmaking events, the fair provides exhibitors with a vital gateway to premium procurement resources across Asia and the world.

Ten Major Product Categories, with Fine Chemicals Leading the Way

The exhibition covers ten major product categories: Energy & Petrochemicals, Basic Chemicals, New Chemical Materials, Fine Chemicals, Chemical Safety & Environmental Protection, Chemical Packaging & Storage & Transportation, Chemical Engineering & Equipment, Digitalization & Smart Manufacturing, Chemical Reagents & Laboratory Equipment, and Scientific Research Achievements & Related Services, spanning the entire chemical industry chain.

86% of Visitors Focused on Procurement – Precise Matchmaking with Global Buyers

Historical data demonstrates the fair’s tangible value. ICIF China 2025 attracted nearly 30,000 professional visitors, of which over 64% held procurement decision-making or joint decision-making authority (approximately 26% direct decision-makers, 38% departmental managers). Visitor intentions were highly focused: 43.73% came to directly purchase chemical products, 43% to seek new suppliers, and 13.89% to procure chemical technologies and equipment – cumulatively, over 86% of core visitors’ motivations were directly related to procurement and collaboration.

On the international front, the 2025 edition saw an international visitor increase of nearly 70% year-on-year, with attendees from 90 countries and regions across Asia (Vietnam, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, etc.), Europe (Russia, Germany, Spain, etc.), the Americas (Brazil, Argentina, etc.), and the Middle East, bringing together chemical industry decision-makers and procurement professionals from around the globe.

Exhibitor Satisfaction Close to 95% – Proven Value Through Real Results

Exhibitor feedback is the most direct reflection of the fair’s value. In the previous edition, overall exhibitor satisfaction reached nearly 95% (60.71% very satisfied, 34.08% satisfied), with nearly 93% of exhibitors reporting tangible gains and over 98% willing to recommend ICIF China to industry peers. According to exhibitor surveys, approximately 54% established new business connections, 32% strengthened existing customer relationships, and 27% achieved on-site transactions or reached concrete.

Full Industry Chain Coverage – Empowering High-Value Downstream Applications

ICIF China’s visitors are not limited to the chemical industry alone but are widely distributed across key application sectors including petrochemicals, new materials, fine chemicals, new energy, biomedicine, environmental technology, 5G communications, aerospace, pulp & paper, plastics & rubber, and more. Covering the entire industrial chain from energy and basic chemicals to new materials, smart equipment, packaging & storage, and R&D services, the fair enables enterprises to achieve one-stop resource integration from raw material sourcing and technology cooperation to market expansion.

Concurrent High-Level Forums – Capturing Cutting-Edge Industry Trends

The fair will feature concurrent events including the China Petrochemical Industry Forum and over ten high-level thematic sessions, gathering more than 100 industry leaders and experts to discuss forward-looking topics such as the “15th Five-Year Plan,” green transformation, and smart manufacturing, providing a platform for enterprises to launch innovative products, set technological benchmarks, and capture industry trends.

Meet Us in Shanghai – Join the Global Chemical Event

From September 15 to 17, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the 2026 China International Fine Chemicals Exhibition (ICIF China 2026) warmly welcomes chemical industry professionals from around the world to gather in Shanghai – explore new trends, share global opportunities, and expand into new markets!

Event at a Glance

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The information contained herein is sourced from publicly available official materials of the exhibition.For reference purposes only.