Dates

    28–30 Oct 2026

    City / country

    Nanjing, China

    Venue

    Nanjing International Expo Center

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The China International Plastics Exhibition, hosted by the China Plastics Processing Industry Association, will take place from October 28 to 30, 2026, at the Nanjing International Expo Center.

    This event aims to showcase the latest advancements in the plastics industry, focusing on sustainable development and innovation.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event Date: October 28-30, 2026
    2. 2Location: Nanjing International Expo Center
    3. 3Expected Exhibitors: Over 1,000
    4. 4Expected Visitors: Over 80,000
    5. 5Focus on sustainable development in the plastics industry

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain insights into the latest technologies and products in the plastics sector, network with industry leaders, and explore sustainable solutions that can enhance their business operations.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products to a large audience, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their brand visibility in the competitive plastics market. This exhibition is crucial for the plastics industry as it brings together key players to discuss innovations, sustainability, and market trends. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry stakeholders.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Manufacturers of plastic products
    Suppliers of plastic raw materials
    Research and development professionals
    Environmental sustainability advocates
    Industry analysts and consultants
    Government representatives

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Plastic machinery manufacturers
    Raw material suppliers
    Recycling technology providers
    Packaging solution companies
    Plastic product manufacturers
    Research institutions

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Plastic machinery and equipment
    Plastic raw materials and additives
    Recycling and waste management solutions
    Plastic packaging products
    Innovative plastic products
    Sustainable plastic solutions

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

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    Nanjing International Expo Center

    Nanjing, China

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    Entry & tickets

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    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    China Plastics Processing Industry Association (CPPIA)

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    This edition

    2026

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The China International Plastics Exhibition, hosted by the China Plastics Processing Industry Association, will take place from October 28 to 30, 2026, at the Nanjing International Expo Center. This event aims to showcase the latest advancements in the plastics industry, focusing on sustainable development and innovation. This exhibition is crucial for the plastics industry as it brings together key players to discuss innovations, sustainability, and market trends. It serves as a platform.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products to a large audience, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their brand visibility in the competitive plastics market. This exhibition is crucial for the plastics industry as it brings together key players to discuss innovations, sustainability, and market trends. It serves as a platform for networking and collaboration among industry stakeholders. Exhibitor categories include Plastic machinery manufacturers, Raw material suppliers, Recycling.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    East China — Nanjing, Jiangsu Province (Yangtze River Delta)

    Why it matters

    China is the world's largest producer and consumer of plastics, and the Yangtze River Delta around Nanjing — Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai — is the country's densest cluster of plastics processing, packaging, automotive and electronics manufacturing. CPPIA is the national industry association, so an exhibition on its home turf in Nanjing concentrates domestic machinery builders, resin and additive suppliers, recyclers and their downstream buyers in one hall. For international suppliers and buyers, that makes it an efficient route into local supply chains, policy direction on recycled content and circularity, and pricing benchmarks, with Shanghai's ports and high-speed rail network an hour away.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Circularity and recycled content

    02

    Packaging and single-use reduction

    03

    Automotive and new-energy lightweighting

    04

    Smart manufacturing and digitalisation

    05

    Bioplastics and degradable materials

    Global plastics and rubber exhibition circuit

    Space booking and budget planning for these shows usually starts 6–12 months ahead; stand build and shipping add a further 2–3 months.

    CPPIA's Nanjing exhibition sits alongside the sector's major international fairs; exhibitors and buyers typically plan a two- to four-show annual circuit spanning China, Europe, the Americas, India and the Middle East.

    Q1 (Jan–Mar)

    ArabPlast in Dubai opens the exhibition year.

    Q2 (Apr–Jun)

    Chinaplas dominates the regional calendar.

    Q3–Q4 (Sep–Dec)

    CPPIA's Nanjing exhibition and other regional Chinese shows fill the autumn slot.

    Event names, host cities and websites compiled from public exhibition circuit knowledge; confirm dates and halls on each organiser's own site.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · CNY

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    NKG

    Nanjing Lukou International Airport

    Primary gateway for the venue, with direct international flights from major Asian and European hubs plus domestic connections. Metro Airport Line S1 links the terminal to Nanjing South Railway Station.

    ~35–40 km

    to venue

    45–60 min off-peak (allow 75 min at peak)

    by car

    SHA

    Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

    Common alternative for travellers already connecting through Shanghai; G-series trains run every 10–20 min through the day.

    ~300 km

    to venue

    1 h 10 min – 1 h 35 min by high-speed rail to Nanjing South, plus 25–35 min transfer to the venue

    by car

    PVG

    Shanghai Pudong International Airport

    Best for long-haul arrivals into Shanghai; allow generous connection time.

    ~330 km

    to venue

    ~4 h total (metro/transfers to Shanghai Hongqiao, then high-speed rail to Nanjing South, then transfer to venue)

    by car

    HGH

    Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport

    Useful for delegates combining the show with visits to Zhejiang suppliers.

    ~270 km

    to venue

    ~2 h 30 min total including high-speed rail from Hangzhou East to Nanjing South and a local transfer

    by car

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Metro

    Estimated costCNY 8–10 (approx. USD 1–2)
    Best forAirport Line S1 to Nanjing South, Line 1 to Xinjiekou, transfer to Line 2 toward the Yuantong / Hexi area, then short walk or taxi to the Expo Center

    ~75–90 min door to door; metro runs approximately 06:00–22:30 with English signage at major stations.

    Airport shuttle bus

    Estimated costCNY 20–30 (approx. USD 3–5)
    Best forLukou Airport → Nanjing South Railway Station / downtown

    Departs roughly every 20–30 min; useful if your hotel is downtown rather than in Hexi.

    High-speed rail

    Estimated costCNY 145–220 (approx. USD 20–31) second class
    Best forShanghai Hongqiao → Nanjing South (G-series)

    1 h 10 min – 1 h 35 min, frequent departures; then 25–35 min by metro or taxi to the Hexi venue district.

    Metro / public bus (in-city)

    Estimated costCNY 2–8 per ride (approx. USD 0.3–1.2)
    Best forCity network to Hexi / Expo Center area

    Pay with a metro card or Alipay/WeChat QR code; the cheapest way to reach the venue district.

    DiDi ride-hailing (in-city)

    Estimated costCNY 15–35 (approx. USD 2–5)
    Best forHexi CBD hotel → Nanjing International Expo Center

    10–20 min depending on traffic; DiDi can be accessed through an Alipay mini-program with English interface.

    taxi

    Estimated costCNY 80–120 (taxi estimate)
    Best forShanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Nanjing International Expo Center

    Hongqiao is closer to central Shanghai halls.

    taxi

    Estimated costCNY 150–220 (taxi estimate)
    Best forShanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Nanjing International Expo Center

    Maglev + metro or taxi to Pudong expo clusters.

    taxi

    Estimated costCNY 120–250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district
    Best forNanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Nanjing International Expo Center

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    M — business visaMost nationalities not covered by China's visa-free or transit visa-free policies, travelling for meetings, negotiations or trade-fair attendance$60.004–7 working days after a consular appointment, plus document preparation
    Unilateral visa-free entry (up to 30 days)Citizens of the countries on China's unilateral visa-free list, which currently includes most EU states, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil—None — entry granted at immigration for stays up to 30 days
    240-hour (10-day) transit visa-freeCitizens of 55 eligible countries transiting China to a third country with a confirmed onward ticket and entry permission for that destination—None — granted on arrival at eligible ports, including Nanjing Lukou International Airport

    A growing list of nationalities currently enters China visa-free for up to 30 days under unilateral arrangements, in addition to mutual visa-exemption agreements (for example with Singapore and Thailand). Policies change frequently — verify your nationality on the National Immigration Administration site before booking.

    China accepts ATA Carnets for goods temporarily imported for exhibitions and trade fairs; CCPIT is the national guaranteeing association. Arrange the Carnet before shipping exhibits and allow extra time for customs clearance at the port of entry.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    Late-October Nanjing is mild, dry and one of the most pleasant times of year: daytime highs of about 20–23°C (68–73°F) with overnight lows around 11–14°C (52–57°F), and roughly 50–60 mm of rain spread over about eight days. Bring a light jacket for evenings and a compact umbrella for the occasional autumn shower.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to China.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping

    Tipping is not customary in China and is not expected in taxis, restaurants or hotels; some upscale hotel restaurants add a service charge automatically.

    Business etiquette

    Exchange business cards with both hands and take a moment to read them. Punctuality matters, meetings often begin with tea and light conversation, and English is common at trade fairs but rare outside them — an interpreter is worthwhile for technical talks.

    Dress and payments

    Business formal or smart business attire is appropriate at the show. WeChat Pay and Alipay are used almost everywhere; set them up with an international card before arrival, and keep some cash for smaller vendors.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: NKG

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Nanjing; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Most international business visitors need a visa for China; the M (business) visa is the standard route (approx. USD 60–185 single entry depending on nationality and consulate, roughly 4–7 working days processing plus appointment). Citizens of many countries — including most EU states, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil — currently benefit from China's unilateral visa-free entry of up to 30 days, and the 240-hour (10-day) transit visa-free policy applies at Nanjing Lukou International Airport for eligible nationalities travelling onward to a third country. Confirm your nationality's status at https://www.nia.gov.cn before booking flights.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Requires an invitation letter from a Chinese host (CPPIA or your Chinese partner), completed application form, photo and passport with at least six months' validity. Fees vary by nationality and consulate — US citizens pay a reciprocity rate at the top of this range. Policy is time-limited and has been extended repeatedly; verify your nationality's status and permitted stay length at https://www.n

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG): 45–60 min off-peak (allow 75 min at peak); Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): 1 h 10 min – 1 h 35 min by high-speed rail to Nanjing South, plus 25–35 min transfer to the venue; Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): ~4 h total (metro/transfers to Shanghai Hongqiao, then high-speed rail to Nanjing South, then transfer to venue); Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH): ~2 h 30 min total including high-speed rail

    Hotel → venue: Most delegates stay in the Hexi/Jianye CBD, 5–15 min from the Nanjing International Expo Center (CNY 15–35 by DiDi, or one or two metro stops on Line 2 / Line 10). Downtown Xinjiekou and Gulou hotels are 25–35 min away by taxi or metro — allow extra time at morning and evening peaks.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Nanjing; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Nanjing International Expo Center.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Nanjing International Expo Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2026

    Temperature: Highs ~20–23°C (68–73°F); lows ~11–14°C (52–57°F)

    Seasonality: October averages roughly 50–60 mm of rain over about eight days — autumn is one of Nanjing's driest, clearest seasons, with cool evenings and occasional brief showers.

    Packing: Late-October Nanjing is mild, dry and one of the most pleasant times of year: daytime highs of about 20–23°C (68–73°F) with overnight lows around 11–14°C (52–57°F), and roughly 50–60 mm of rain spread over about eight days. Bring a light jacket for evenings and a compact umbrella for the occasional

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 — Thursday 29 October 2026

    Day 2 typically combines peak session density with a fully open exhibition floor: exhibitor teams are settled after the opening-day rush, conference and forum programming is in full swing, and senior commercial and technical staff are more available for extended conversations than on the final day, when stands begin packing down. If you can only attend once, Day 2 gives the best mix of exhibitor access, programme content and evening networking.

    Side trips

    3

    Zhongshan Scenic Area — Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Ming Xiaoling

    Confucius Temple and Qinhuai River (Fuzimiao)

    Nanjing Museum and Xinjiekou city centre

    Networking spots

    3

    Expo Center B2B matchmaking zone

    Conference / forum area

    Hexi CBD hotel lobby and executive bars

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visa_fee

    visitor · standard

    USD 60–185 / per person, single-entry M (business) visa

    estimate

    visa_fee

    visitor · visa-free eligible nationalities

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    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · M — business visa

    USD 60 / per application

    official

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You need to benchmark suppliers, meet three or more potential vendors face to face, or inspect machinery before a purchase decision.

    Best for

    Procurement leads, plastics processors, packaging converters and R&D engineers sourcing machinery, resins, additives and recycling equipment from Chinese and international suppliers.

    Min. budget

    $400.00

    Timeline

    6–8 weeks ahead: pre-register with CPPIA, book flights and a Hexi/Jianye hotel, and file the Chinese visa application (allow 4–7 working days plus appointment).

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals (ticket + 2 nights mid-range hotel + per diem + visa) — confirm live rates. Excludes international flights.

    The show floor is conducted largely in Mandarin; arrange an interpreter or a bilingual colleague for technical negotiations.

    Late October is peak conference season in Nanjing — hotels in the Hexi CBD fill early.

    exhibit

    You already have a China channel or distributor and want qualified distributor and end-user leads in eastern China.

    Best for

    Machinery makers, resin/additive producers, mould, automation and recycling-equipment vendors targeting China's Yangtze River Delta processing cluster.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    4–6 months ahead: book shell scheme or raw space with CPPIA, plan stand build, freight and customs (ATA Carnet via CCPIT), and arrange travel and visas for the stand team.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from stand and travel cost signals — booth pricing is set by the organiser and varies by hall and location; confirm with CPPIA. Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Equipment shipping, customs clearance, rigging and on-site power require local partners and long lead times.

    Return on a stand depends on a Mandarin-speaking team and pre-booked buyer meetings.

    skip

    Travel budget, visa timelines or internal approvals make this year's trip impractical.

    Best for

    Buyers with no China sourcing or selling interest, or teams already covering the plastics sector through Chinaplas.

    Timeline

    None — monitor CPPIA post-show reports and follow up with exhibitor contact lists instead.

    Risks

    Forgoing in-person supplier introductions, offset by lower cost and Chinaplas coverage.

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    Official imagery from China International Plastics Exhibition - Nanjing 2026

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