FIC 2026: A Premier Global Food Ingredients Event
FIC 2026 (Food Ingredients China 2026) , the 30th edition of this renowned exhibition, was successfully held from March 17 to 19, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai .
The event brought together an impressive gathering of 1,552 to 1,672 exhibitors from around the globe, including industry giants such as IFF, BASF, Cargill, and many others . These exhibitors showcased innovations across food additives, ingredients, functional products, and processing machinery, occupying a record exhibition area of approximately 160,000 to 170,000 square meters .
Attracting a large number of trade visitors, the exhibition drew over 100,000 professional attendees . Attendees included food manufacturers, R&D specialists, and buyers, all gathering to discover market trends, engage in technical exchanges, and build business partnerships. As Asia's most influential event in the food ingredients sector, FIC 2026 served as a vital hub for innovation and global trade