Dates

    21–23 Apr 2027

    City / country

    Moscow, RU

    Venue

    Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    Time

    10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Ingredients Russia is a key international exhibition for ingredients, raw materials, and equipment in the food, beverage, and cosmetic industries. Scheduled for April 21 to 23, 2027, at Crocus Expo in Moscow, the event will showcase over 170 exhibitors and attract more than 2,300 industry professionals.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest innovations, network with suppliers, and attend a comprehensive business program. Ingredients Russia takes place in Moscow, RU.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: Ingredients Russia takes place from April 21 to 23, 2027, at Crocus Expo, Moscow.
    2. 2Scale and Focus: The show features over 170 exhibitors from the food, beverage, and cosmetic industries.
    3. 3Organiser: The event is organised by MVK, a leading exhibition company in Russia.
    4. 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include decision-makers from food production, retail, and ingredient supply sectors.
    5. 5Entry: Tickets are available online, with early bird discounts and free entry options for previous attendees.

    Why visit

    Attending Ingredients Russia offers invaluable networking opportunities with industry leaders and decision-makers. Visitors can discover the latest trends in food and cosmetic ingredients, attend informative sessions, and explore innovative solutions that can enhance their product offerings. The event is a must for professionals seeking to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving market.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibiting at Ingredients Russia provides companies with direct access to a targeted audience of industry professionals and decision-makers. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase new products, gather market feedback, and establish valuable business connections. Participating in this event can significantly enhance brand visibility and drive sales growth.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Food technologists and product developers
    R&D experts in the food and beverage sectors
    Purchasing managers from retail chains
    Suppliers of food ingredients and additives
    Professionals from the pharmaceutical industry
    Cosmetic formulators and brand managers

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of food ingredients and additives
    Suppliers of beverage components
    Producers of cosmetic ingredients
    Companies offering packaging solutions
    Contract manufacturers in the food sector
    Technology providers for ingredient production

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Food additives: acidity regulators, antioxidants, emulsifiers, thickeners, gelling and anti-caking agents
    Hydrocolloids and stabiliser systems: pectin, carrageenan, xanthan, guar, agar, modified starches
    Flavours and flavourings: natural, nature-identical and synthetic, plus spice and herb blends
    Colourants for food and beverage, including natural and plant-derived options
    Sweeteners and sugar replacers: stevia glycosides, erythritol, polyols, sucralose, monk fruit
    Enzymes for bakery, dairy, brewing, juice and protein processing
    Starter cultures, probiotics and fermentation ingredients
    Preservatives and shelf-life systems for ambient, chilled and frozen products
    Nutraceutical and functional actives: vitamins, minerals, botanicals, omega-3, peptides, plant proteins
    Sports nutrition, clinical nutrition and weight-management ingredient blends
    Cosmetic and personal-care raw materials: surfactants, emulsifiers, emollients, UV filters, preservatives, actives
    Pharmaceutical excipients and OTC formulation ingredients
    Plant proteins, dietary fibres and clean-label texturisers
    Encapsulation, micro-encapsulation, premix and delivery-system technologies
    Certified lines: organic, halal, kosher and non-GMO ingredient ranges
    Quality control, analytical testing and contract formulation services for ingredient buyers

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Crocus Expo

    Moscow, Krasnogorsk, International Street, 18

    Facilities

    Parking

    Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor in Moscow typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Food options

    On-site catering

    On-site dining

    Parking: Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor in Moscow typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    :10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    :10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    • General admission

      Online ticket purchase

      600
    • General admission

      On-site ticket purchase

      1000
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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

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    Completed

    Exhibitors: 170

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Moscow, RU

    Why it matters

    On 2027-04-21 to 2027-04-23, Ingredients Russia in Moscow covering Natural and synthetic food additives, Flavoring agents and spices, Nutraceutical ingredients, Cosmetic raw materials, Fu gives food buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

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    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · RUB

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Mini-Otel' Art Galaktika

    budget
    Moscow

    USD 95–122 / night

    2-star property; the Google Hotels listing shows free Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking. A practical low-cost base if you plan to commute by metro to Myakinino.

    Otel' Vnukovo Roza Mariya

    midscale
    Vnukovo area, Moscow

    USD 150–190 / night

    Midscale option on the Vnukovo side of the city. Convenient for VKO arrivals but a longer commute to Crocus Expo than a Myakinino-area hotel.

    Myasnitskiy Courtyard Boutique Hotel

    upscale
    Central Moscow (Myasnitskaya)

    USD 150–202 / night

    4-star central boutique property with free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning and full-service laundry; breakfast is paid. Good for meetings in central Moscow plus a metro commute to the halls.

    Gostinitsa Zvezda

    budget
    Moscow

    USD 95–122 / night

    Budget-tier property from the Google Hotels capture; confirm breakfast, cancellation terms and the nearest metro station before booking.

    Hostel Red Moscow

    budget
    Moscow

    USD 95–122 / night

    Low-cost option in the captured set. Check room type and shared-facility arrangements; better for a single traveller than for a team holding meetings.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Taxi / ride-hail

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMoscow centre (Tverskaya area) to Crocus Expo via Volokolamskoye Highway

    Fastest captured route. Ride-hail apps quote by demand, so a show-week surge on the first morning is likely.

    Taxi / ride-hail

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMoscow centre to Crocus Expo via Leningradsky Prospekt and Volokolamskoye Highway

    Useful from hotels near Belorussky station, where the Aeroexpress from Sheremetyevo arrives.

    Taxi / ride-hail

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMoscow centre to Crocus Expo via Marshal Zhukov Avenue

    Alternative when Volokolamskoye Highway is congested during the morning build-up.

    Metro

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMoscow Metro Line 3 (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya) to Myakinino station, beside the Crocus Expo complex

    The cheapest and most predictable option during peak traffic. Buy or top up a Troika card at any station ticket office.

    Aeroexpress + metro

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    The most reliable airport-to-halls route when road traffic is heavy; trains run through the day at regular intervals.

    Car with on-site parking

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forSelf-drive to the Crocus Expo multi-level car parks

    Useful for teams carrying samples and stand material; pre-book or arrive early during a co-located show week.

    taxi

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forDomodedovo International Airport (DME) to Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    taxi

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forVnukovo International Airport (VKO) to Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    Weather

    Late April in Moscow is the spring thaw. Typical days start near 2-5 °C, reach roughly 9-12 °C in the afternoon, and can still drop to frost at night. Expect roughly 8-12 wet days across the month, with melting snow patches and damp pavements outside the halls. Crocus Expo interiors are heated, but badge queues, taxi ranks and the walk from Myakinino are outdoors, so pack a waterproof shell, a warm mid-layer and shoes that cope with puddles. These are climatological bands, not a forecast: check a five-day forecast before departure for the 21-23 April 2027 window.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Moscow has dense 4G coverage and growing 5G in the centre and along the main highways; Crocus Expo halls generally offer Wi-Fi in common areas and business zones, so ask at the information desk for the current network and password. Prepaid SIM cards from MTS, MegaFon, Beeline and T2 are sold in operator shops with passport registration, which takes around 30-45 minutes; eSIM options exist but check that your home operator has a Russian roaming agreement, because EU roaming rules do not apply in Russia and pay-as-you-go data can be costly. Download offline maps, your hotel address in Cyrillic and your meeting schedule before you travel, and confirm which messaging apps work on your roaming plan so stand appointments do not depend on a single channel.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

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

    Badge collection and hall entry

    Bring your passport, printed or saved registration confirmation and a company business card. Crocus Expo runs airport-style security at hall entrances, so allow 30-45 minutes on the first morning of the show. Keep bags small and avoid packing samples in hand luggage if you are flying.

    Meeting etiquette

    Russian ingredient buyers tend to arrive prepared with specifications, so lead with data sheets, dosage ranges and certification status rather than brand presentation. Exchange business cards at the start of a meeting, address counterparts by given name and patronymic in formal settings, and confirm any commercial commitment in writing afterwards.

    Money and payments

    The local currency is the rouble (RUB). Foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard cards have not worked for in-country payments in recent years, so plan how you will hold cash or use local payment channels, keep small notes for taxis and cafes, and confirm the current position with your bank before you travel.

    Language on the floor

    Russian is the default language at most stands, with English more common among international suppliers and younger technical staff. Print your key product questions and specifications in Russian, and book an interpreter for negotiation-heavy days rather than relying on ad hoc translation.

    Time zone and working hours

    Moscow runs on UTC+3 all year with no daylight saving change, which matters when scheduling calls to Asia or the Americas around show days. Business hours typically run 09:00-18:00, and exhibition halls open earlier for exhibitor access.

    Getting around

    The metro is fast, cheap and signed in Cyrillic with some Latin transliteration; buy a Troika card at a ticket office and stand to the right on escalators. Ride-hail is the easiest option for evening meetings, but agree the pickup point in Cyrillic because large venues have several entrances.

    Food, tipping and downtime

    Restaurants often add a 10 percent service charge, and leaving small change is normal where service is not included. Business lunches are common, and central Moscow has a wide range of cuisines within walking distance of the main office districts; book ahead for groups during trade-show weeks.

    Safety and practicalities

    Keep a photocopy of your passport and visa in your hotel safe, carry the originals during the show, and stay aware of pickpocketing on crowded metro lines and around stations. Local emergency numbers are 112, and your embassy's contact details should be saved offline before departure.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

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

    Flights

    Moscow is served by Sheremetyevo (SVO), Domodedovo (DME) and Vnukovo (VKO). Direct flights from the EU, UK and US are limited, so most itineraries connect through Istanbul (IST), Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Belgrade (BEG) or Casablanca (CMN); the captured New York JFK-SVO sample connected via AUH, DOH or CMN with 19 hr 55 min to 26 hr 15 min total travel. Book three to six months before 21 April 2027, allow a buffer day before your first meeting, and check the airline's rules for ingredient samples in checked or carry-on baggage. Confirm visa or e-visa timing before you ticket, since a refused boarding pass costs more than a flexible fare.

    Transport

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

    Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Moscow; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Crocus Expo: Moscow: Mini-Otel' Art Galaktika; Vnukovo area, Moscow: Otel' Vnukovo Roza Mariya; Central Moscow (Myasnitskaya): Myasnitskiy Courtyard Boutique Hotel.

    Ride-hail: Yandex Go is the dominant ride-hail app in Moscow, with Citymobil and other aggregators as alternatives; download and register before you travel so you can book from the airport. A trip between the centre and Crocus Expo runs roughly RUB 900-1,500 depending on traffic and vehicle class, and the app quotes the fare before you confirm. At Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo and Vnukovo use the official taxi ranks or the app's designated pickup zone rather than drivers soliciting inside the terminal. Enter your destination in Cyrillic (Крокус Экспо) to avoid confusion, and keep the in-app trip details on screen during the ride.

    Public transit: Moscow Metro Line 3 (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya) serves Myakinino station directly beside the Crocus Expo complex, which makes rail the most predictable way to reach the halls during peak traffic. Pay with a Troika card or a contactless bank card at the turnstiles; a single journey is approximately RUB 75-110, and cards can be topped up at station ticket offices. The metro runs from around 05:30 to 01:00, with frequent trains, and stations are signed in Cyrillic with some Latin transliteration. For airport arrivals, combine the Aeroexpress rail link with the metro: Sheremetyevo to Belorussky station, Domodedovo to Paveletsky, Vnukovo to Kievsky, then change to Line 3 for Myakinino. Use the Moscow Transport portal or the protransport.msk.ru route finder to check the current connections before you set out.

    Parking: Crocus Expo operates paid multi-level car parks around the exhibition complex, with pedestrian links to the halls. Rates, opening hours and the car park closest to your hall change with the show calendar, so confirm the current tariff and access route with the venue before driving. Arrive early on the first morning of a co-located show, keep your parking ticket with you, and allow 10-20 minutes to walk from the car park to the entrance and clear security. For drop-offs, use the designated taxi and shuttle zones rather than stopping on the approach roads.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: April 2027 (late April, 21-23 April show window)

    Temperature: Typical late-April days in Moscow run from about 2-5 °C at dawn to roughly 9-12 °C in the afternoon, with night frost still possible and wide swings between sunny and overcast days. Treat these as climatological averages rather than a forecast and check a five-day outlook before packing.

    Seasonality: April is a transition month: snowmelt, damp ground and roughly 8-12 rain days across the month, often as short showers rather than all-day rain. The fairground halls are heated and covered, but badge queues, taxi ranks and the walk from Myakinino are outdoors, so a compact umbrella and a waterproof layer are worth carrying.

    Packing: Pack in layers: a warm mid-layer for 2-5 °C mornings, a lighter shirt for heated halls that can reach comfortable indoor temperatures, and a waterproof outer shell for spring showers. Comfortable waterproof shoes matter more than formal footwear because pavements around the fairground can be wet and slushy. Add a compact umbrella, gloves for early starts, a power bank for long show days, and a folder for data sheets and business cards collected on the floor.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at Ingredients Russia usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    Day 1

    Day 14 - Check your visa or e-visa route against your passport nationality and start the application; business travel to Russia normally needs an invitation from the host company or organiser.

    Day 2

    Day 13 - Register online for a visitor badge and print or save the confirmation; the listing records an online ticket at 600 RUB versus 1,000 RUB on site, so pre-registering also avoids the queue.

    Day 3

    Day 12 - Build a target list of ingredient suppliers by product family: hydrocolloids, flavourings, enzymes, cultures, nutraceutical actives, cosmetic raw materials, excipients. Note stand numbers once the floor plan is published.

    Day 4

    Day 11 - Request meetings with 8-12 priority suppliers and ask each for the technical data sheets and specification ranges you need before the show, so the stand conversation starts at formulation detail rather than introductions.

    Day 5

    Day 10 - Book flights through a hub that still connects to Moscow (Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Belgrade and Casablanca appeared in the captured itinerary) and allow a full buffer day before your first meeting.

    Day 6

    Day 9 - Reserve a hotel near Myakinino or Belorussky station; compare the cancellation terms because trade-show weeks tighten availability in the Crocus City district.; Day 8 - Arrange airport transfer or download the ride-hail app you will use, and note the Aeroexpress plus metro route from Sheremetyevo as your backup.

    Day 7

    Day 7 - Check your payment setup: foreign-issued Visa and Mastercard cards have not worked for in-country payments in recent years, so plan how you will hold roubles and confirm the current position before departure.

    Day 8

    Day 6 - Prepare a one-page company profile and a short list of the specifications you buy, in English and ideally in Russian, for distributor and supplier conversations.

    Day 9

    Day 5 - Confirm which colleagues hold the regulatory knowledge you need (EAC marking, additive limits, labelling) and brief them on the questions to ask each supplier.

    Day 10

    Day 4 - Pack layers, a waterproof outer shell and business-casual clothing for 2-12 °C days; halls are heated but taxi queues and badge collection are outdoors.

    Day 11

    Day 3 - Load the floor plan, your meeting schedule and supplier contacts on your phone and a paper backup, and check which messaging apps work on your roaming plan in Russia.

    Day 12

    Day 14 - Confirm the 21-23 April 2027 dates and hall opening hours on new.ingred.ru, then block the two core meeting days in your calendar rather than trying to cover the floor in one afternoon.; Day 2 - Travel day: keep passport, visa, migration card, hotel booking and printed badge confirmation in your hand luggage, and reconfirm the first morning's transfer time.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    Ingredients Russia registration concourse

    Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Crocus Expo, Pavilion 2, Hall 11, 3rd Floor

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nightsRUB 190.00
    • Per diem × 2RUB 150.00
    Estimated totalRUB 340.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · General admission

    RUB 600 / per person

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether Ingredients Russia fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

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    For Ingredients Russia, what is your primary role on the show floor?

    Decision matrix

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

    visit

    Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Natural and synthetic food additives and Flavoring agents and spices solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Ingredients Russia in Moscow.

    Min. budget

    $1,554.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

    Risks

    Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

    Best for

    Brands and manufacturers launching Natural and synthetic food additives and Flavoring agents and spices products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

    Min. budget

    $6,993.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.

    skip

    Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

    Best for

    Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Moscow show week.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    When and where does Ingred 2027 take place?
    The edition runs 21-23 April 2027 at Crocus Expo in Moscow, Russia. The fairground is served by Myakinino metro station on Line 3 (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya), which sits directly beside the Crocus Expo halls. Confirm hall numbers and opening hours on new.ingred.ru closer to the show.
    What does the Ingred exhibition cover?
    Ingred is an ingredients show. Product scope runs from food additives, hydrocolloids, flavourings, colourants, sweeteners and enzymes through nutraceutical actives, plant proteins and cosmetic or personal-care raw materials to pharmaceutical excipients, premix and encapsulation technology. Buyers come to source formulation inputs rather than finished consumer products.
    Who exhibits at Ingred?
    Suppliers of ingredient systems and raw materials: additive and hydrocolloid producers, flavour and colour houses, enzyme and culture suppliers, nutraceutical actives manufacturers, cosmetic ingredient distributors, excipient makers, and laboratories offering testing or contract formulation. Check the exhibitor list on the organiser site for the 2027 floor before you plan meetings.
    Who should visit Ingred in Moscow?
    Formulation and R&D technologists, food scientists, QA and regulatory specialists, procurement and category managers, and brand owners in bakery, dairy, confectionery, beverage, meat processing, snacks, nutraceuticals, sports nutrition, cosmetics and OTC pharma. Distributors and agents servicing the Russian and CIS ingredient market also use the show to meet principals.
    How do I register and what does a ticket cost?
    Registration is handled online through the organiser. The listing records an online visitor ticket at 600 RUB and an on-site ticket at 1,000 RUB; treat those figures as the captured terms and confirm current prices, opening hours and badge rules on new.ingred.ru before you book travel.
    Is Ingred a trade-only exhibition?
    Ingredient fairs of this type are built around trade buying and technical sourcing. Expect the registration form to ask for your company, job role and product interest, and bring a business card plus company ID to badge collection. If you are unsure whether your profile qualifies, ask the organiser before travelling.
    What language is used at the show?
    Russian is the working language on the floor and in most stand conversations, and many international suppliers bring English-speaking technical staff. Conference interpretation policy varies by session, so confirm with the organiser if you need English-language content, and consider hiring an interpreter for negotiation-heavy days.
    How do I get from Moscow airports to Crocus Expo?
    Sheremetyevo (SVO) is the main international gateway: take the Aeroexpress to Belorussky railway station, then metro Line 2 or 3 to Myakinino beside the halls. Domodedovo (DME) and Vnukovo (VKO) sit on the other side of the city, so allow a longer road or rail-plus-metro transfer. Taxis from the centre run roughly RUB 900-1,500 depending on traffic and class; confirm in the app.
    Where should I stay for Ingred?
    Properties close to Myakinino and the Crocus City district cut the daily commute, while central Moscow hotels near Belorussky station suit arrivals on the Aeroexpress. Budget rooms in the listing run around USD 95-122 per night, midscale around USD 150-190, and central upscale boutique properties around USD 150-202. Book early because a co-located show can tighten supply.
    Do I need a visa to travel to Russia for the exhibition?
    Most foreign nationals need a visa. Russia operates an e-visa route for eligible nationalities, and business visas normally require an invitation from the host organisation. Rules and eligibility change, so check the nearest Russian embassy or consulate and start the process 4-8 weeks before 21 April 2027.
    Can I ship samples and stand materials to Crocus Expo?
    Ingredient samples, food-contact materials and cosmetic raw materials can face Russian labelling, certification and temporary-import rules. Appoint a freight forwarder experienced in Russian exhibition cargo, send documentation to the venue in good time, and keep safety data sheets and certificates of analysis with the shipment. Confirm the venue handling agent's deadlines with the organiser.
    What is the weather like in Moscow in late April?
    Late April is the spring thaw: mornings typically sit near 2-5 °C, afternoons climb to roughly 9-12 °C, and night frost is still possible. Expect rain on several days and damp pavements, plus heated exhibition halls, so pack layers, a waterproof shell and comfortable shoes.
    Is parking available at Crocus Expo?
    Yes, the Crocus Expo complex operates paid multi-level parking around the halls. Rates and the closest car park to your hall change with the show calendar, so confirm the current tariff with the venue and arrive early on the busy first morning.

    Glossary

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    Ingred
    The Moscow trade fair for ingredients, additives and raw materials for the food, nutraceutical and cosmetics industries, held at the Crocus Expo fairground.
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    Food additives
    Substances added to food for technological purposes such as preservation, colour or texture.
    3
    Nutraceutical ingredients
    Bioactive compounds used in dietary supplements and functional foods.
    4
    Cosmetic raw materials
    Base materials and actives supplied to cosmetics and personal-care manufacturers.
    5
    Functional food ingredients
    Components that deliver a health benefit beyond basic nutrition, such as fibres, probiotics or fortified proteins.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • Ingredients Russia 2027
    • pharmaceutical ingredients fair
    • Ingredients Russia Moscow 2027
    • Moscow RU
    • Food & Beverage Moscow 2027
    • Food Ingredients
    • Beverage Ingredients
    • Cosmetics Ingredients
    • Food & Beverage B2B Trade Expo Moscow
    • Natural and synthetic food additives

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