Connecting Global Health & Food Ingredient Suppliers with Greater Bay Area Opportunities from 13–15 October 2026 at Shenzhen World

SHANGHAI, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 27th Hi & Fi Asia-China 2026 concluded successfully in Shanghai in June, setting historic records. Centered on the theme "Ingredients Reimagined, Health Redefined", the three-day flagship co-located event attracted 100,798 domestic and international visitors (an 8.3% YoY increase) and over 2,500 exhibitors across a 200,000-square-meter mega-showcase, cementing its status as the premier supply chain ecosystem for the food and health industries.

From "Shanghai" to "Shenzhen": Leading South China's Ingredient Wave

Building on its resounding momentum in East China, the industry baton is now handed to Hi & Fi Shenzhen 2026, which will take place from 13–15 October 2026 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center.

As the sister exhibition to the Shanghai flagship, Hi & Fi Shenzhen leverages South China's robust industrial clustering and comprehensive full-chain coverage. It will be held concurrently with other industry-leading trade shows, including bakery, food service, trendy beverages, and health supplements—under the mega-umbrella event "Connexion Shenzhen".

Exhibition Scale & High-Level Forums Agenda

Showcasing over 160,000 square meters across 9 exhibition halls, Hi & Fi Shenzhen 2026 will feature 2,000+ global exhibitors and gather over 120,000 professional buyers.

To foster technical innovation, academic exchange, and industrial growth, the event will present a series of authoritative concurrent forums co-organized with top industry associations and research institutions:

• 13 October:
  • Guang Dong Institute of Food Science and Technology: The 5th Health Food Innovation & Development Forum
  • Guangdong Biotechnology industrialization Promotional Council: New Paths for Innovative Development in the Global Medicine & Food Homology Value Chain
• 14 October:
  • Shenzhen Food Industry Association: 2026 Greater Bay Area Functional Food Innovation Forum
  • Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences: Hainan Tropical Specialty Beverage Crops Science & Technology Forum
  • Food Data Link (FDL) : Emotional Health and Brain Health Forum
• 15 October:
  • Overseas Buyers Matchmaking Session(Connect directly with pre-matched global suppliers and buyers to fast-track your international sourcing and business opportunities.)

Capitalizing on Three Major Industry Trends

Hi & Fi Shenzhen 2026 covers the full spectrum of ingredients—including Healthy & Natural Ingredients, Animal & Plant Extracts, Functional Ingredients (peptides, beneficial bacteria), Beverage & Tea Ingredients, and Food Additives—focusing on three fast-growing market pillars:

1. Natural Extracts Market Boom: Tapping into China's booming plant extract market, fueled by Shenzhen-Hong Kong cross-border trade and research collaboration.
2. Efficacy-Driven Nutricosmetics: Highlighting beauty-from-within formulations and nutricosmetic solutions aligned with China's "Healthy China" strategy.
3. Precision Nutrition & Weight Management: Driving the scientific weight management revolution with active weight-loss raw materials and targeted functional solutions.

Comprehensive Product Matrix Across Niche Segments

Hi & Fi Shenzhen 2026 presents an all-encompassing ingredient display tailored to dynamic consumer demands. The expanded product matrix highlights key high-growth niches, including:

• Bioactive & Functional Ingredients: Bioactive peptides and finished products, plant extracts, traditional medicine & food homology ingredients, as well as cutting-edge novel ingredients like NMN, NAD, Disodium PQQ, and Ergothioneine.
• Natural Processing & Flavors: Natural sweeteners, compound sugars, fruit/vegetable juice concentrates, purees, fruit powders, and enzyme preparations.
• Preservation & Texture Ingredients: Food preservatives, freshness-keeping additives, emulsifiers, and functional formulations.

Featured Exhibitors: Industry Leaders Confirmed for Shenzhen

Hi & Fi Shenzhen 2026 brings together a powerful showcase of global industry giants, publicly listed CDMOs, ingredient innovators, and international pavilions:

• Nutraceutical & CDMO Pioneers: Featuring market leaders such as Sirio Pharma, Angel Newt, Baihe Bio, and FTCM Life, showcasing high-capacity CDMO manufacturing, softgels, gummies, yeast nutrition, and TCM-homology solutions.
• Botanical Extracts & Bio-Tech Innovators: Key suppliers including Shaanxi Jiahe, Huacheng Biotech, INatural Biotech, NNB Nutrition, Hainan Huayan Collagen, Semnl Bio, and Bright Moon Bio-tech, highlighting active plant extracts, monk fruit sweeteners, probiotics, peptides, and marine active ingredients.
• Consumer Brands, Retail SaaS & Testing Authorities: Renowned brands and partners including Biobor, Wai Yuen Tong, Wright Life, and Youzan, alongside global testing leaders CTI Group, Eurofins, and Mérieux NutriSciences.
• International Pavilions & Overseas Enterprises: Global supply chain representatives including JETRO Guangzhou, AFC-HD AMS Life Science, 1Q Health GmbH, Germany Pharmacies (Macau), and US Tenly Pharmaceutical.

Exclusive VIP Privileges for Overseas Buyers

To facilitate international trade, Hi & Fi Shenzhen 2026 offers a Complimentary Overseas Buyer Matchmaking Service. Global buyers can submit sourcing requirements in advance for personalized, pre-arranged face-to-face meetings.

Furthermore, qualified professional buyer companies that pass the organizer's review will receive:

• 2 Days of Complimentary Hotel Accommodation
• 2 Complimentary Lunches during the exhibition

Join Us in Shenzhen This Autumn

The global momentum in health and food ingredients continues to surge. While celebrating the record achievements in Shanghai, global professionals are warmly invited to join us in South China to seize emerging opportunities in the Greater Bay Area.

• Pre-registration is now open! Secure your entry pass at https://b8h.cn/TC4u10

About Hi & Fi Asia-China

Hi & Fi Asia-China is a benchmark event for the health, natural, and functional food ingredients sector in Asia. Serving as a crucial bridge between domestic and international markets, the exhibition features top-tier suppliers, educational forums, and strategic networking opportunities to empower the global food industry.