Join us at Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 from June 22 to 24 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, China, to explore the latest in the starch industry.
Dates
22–24 Jun 2027
City / country
Shanghai, China
Venue
National Exhibition and Convention Center
Event overview
Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 is set to take place from June 22 to 24 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. This exhibition will gather key players in the starch industry, focusing on innovations in raw materials, smart equipment, and international cooperation.
It aims to create a comprehensive platform for the starch industry, promoting collaboration and growth. Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 takes place in Shanghai, China.
Venue: National Exhibition and Convention Center.
TL;DR
Attendees will benefit from networking with industry leaders, discovering the latest innovations in starch production, and exploring new market opportunities. Attendees include industry professionals, suppliers, and buyers from the starch and food sectors.
Exhibitors will gain visibility among key industry stakeholders, access to potential buyers, and opportunities to showcase their latest products and technologies. The event is organised by Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets, with registration available on their official website. Attendees include industry professionals, suppliers, and buyers from the starch and food sectors.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Shanghai, China
National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai 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 diningParking: National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai 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 National Exhibition and Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
The 20th Shanghai International Starch and Starch Derivatives Exhibition (Starch Expo 2026) concluded successfully in Shanghai, marking two decades of development for the event. A post-show report described the 2026 edition as reaching new highs and invited participants to return in 2027. The official event site also hosts the 2026 edition information and download center.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attendees will benefit from networking with industry leaders, discovering the latest innovations in starch production, and exploring new market opportunities. This event is a key platform for the starch industry, showcasing innovations and networking opportunities.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
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Regional supply-chain resilience
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Hybrid engagement models
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Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Main gateway for long-haul international arrivals. Fastest public option is the Maglev to Longyang Road, then Metro Line 2 west toward East Xujing; metered taxis leave from the official ranks at each terminal
Approx. 60-70 km east of the Hongqiao venue district
to venue
Approx. 60-90 min by road depending on traffic; about 90 min by Maglev plus Metro Line 2
by car
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Closest airport to the venue and adjacent to Hongqiao Railway Station, which links to Metro Lines 2, 10 and 17. Best choice if your itinerary offers a routing through it
Approx. 12-18 km from NECC
to venue
Approx. 20-35 min by road; 40-50 min by metro with one interchange
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Hongqiao CBD by IHG
Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, restaurant and full-service laundry listed on Google Hotels. Walkable to the halls, so it fills first during NECC show weeks.
Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao
Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, air conditioning, fitness center, spa and bar listed on Google Hotels. Full-service base 5-10 min by taxi from the entrance gates.
Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
Breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, fitness center, bar, restaurant and airport shuttle listed on Google Hotels. Handy if you arrive by rail or want easy metro access.
InterContinental Shanghai Hongqiao NECC
Listed among hotels near the National Convention and Exhibition Center on Google Hotels for the 22-24 June 2027 stay window. The shortest commute of this set, useful for build-up days and late meetings.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
maglev + metro
Fastest public route from Pudong: the Maglev covers the airport leg in about 8 minutes, then Line 2 runs across the city with one or two interchanges.
metro
Cheapest option with luggage-friendly lifts at major interchanges. Pay with a metro card or the Alipay/WeChat transit QR code; allow 90 min door to door.
metro
Short hop within the Hongqiao district. Line 17 stops at Zhuguang Road on the venue edge; Line 2 terminates at East Xujing beside the halls.
taxi
Best for arrivals with heavy luggage or late at night. Traffic on the elevated ring roads can add 30 min at rush hour.
taxi
Short ride from the closer airport. Show the driver the hall number, since NECC has several separate entrance gates.
ride-hail
Didi works in English and can be booked through Alipay or WeChat without a separate account. Pick-ups at NECC use designated gates shown in the app.
hotel shuttle
Several nearby hotels run scheduled shuttles during major NECC fairs. Ask about departure times and return runs when you check in.
parking
The complex has large car parks but the closest lots fill early on opening morning. Drop-off lanes are separate from parking entries.
Weather
Fair week falls in Shanghai's plum-rain (meiyu) season, so expect heavy humidity, short downpours and afternoon thunderstorms rather than settled dry days. Halls at NECC are air-conditioned, but the walk between halls, the metro and the car parks can be muggy; keep an umbrella in your bag, allow extra time for taxi queues during rain, and plan outdoor meetings indoors.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile coverage across Shanghai is strong, including 5G around Hongqiao. Short-term visitors usually buy a local SIM or install a travel eSIM before landing; hotel Wi-Fi is standard but can be slow in peak hours. Day-to-day payments run through Alipay and WeChat Pay linked to an international card, so set both up before departure and keep a little cash as backup. If you rely on services that are blocked in mainland China, install and test your VPN at home, because app stores and download links may be unavailable after arrival.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language and business cards
Mandarin is the working language on most stands and printed materials are often in Chinese, while export-facing exhibitors usually have English-speaking technical staff. Offer and receive business cards with both hands, and keep a bilingual card or a WeChat QR code ready.
Cashless payment
Hotels accept international cards, but metro, taxis, coffee and convenience stores usually run through Alipay or WeChat Pay. Link an international card to one of the apps before you fly and keep a small cash float for backup.
Punctuality and meetings
Meetings start on time and are usually structured around introductions, a short company overview, then technical detail. Send your questions and material requests ahead of the show so stand staff can bring the right colleagues.
Dining and banquets
Business dinners are common in Shanghai and dishes are shared. Tipping is not customary, the host typically orders and pays, and toasting is part of the evening - it is fine to accept a small sip rather than a full glass.
Apps and connectivity
WeChat is the default channel for business follow-up in China, alongside email. Install WeChat and confirm your VPN works before departure, since many Western apps and sites are not reachable on mainland networks.
In the halls
NECC is a very large venue with separate halls and entrance gates; allow 10-15 min to walk between halls and note the gate number for taxis and ride-hail pick-ups. Badge and security checks are standard at the entrances.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: PVG
Compare PVG and SHA before booking. Pudong carries most long-haul international arrivals but sits on the far east side of the city, while Hongqiao is minutes from the venue district and is the better choice when your itinerary allows it. Book six to ten weeks ahead for late June travel, because the window overlaps the start of the summer peak and the plum-rain season, when afternoon thunderstorms can delay flights. Keep at least three hours between a domestic connection and an international departure, and reconfirm the terminal - PVG and SHA each have two, with airlines split between them.
Most foreign business visitors need a Chinese M (business) visa, applied for at a Chinese embassy or consulate or the China Visa Application Service Center in their country. Check current eligibility and any visa-free transit or unilateral visa-free arrangements for your nationality before booking.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
M-visa applications typically require a passport, photo, application form and an invitation letter from a Chinese trade partner or organiser, plus supporting travel and accommodation details. Confirm requirements and fees with the embassy or visa center handling your jurisdiction.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): Approx. 60-90 min by road depending on traffic; about 90 min by Maglev plus Metro Line 2; Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): Approx. 20-35 min by road; 40-50 min by metro with one interchange. Allow road or rail time to National Exhibition and Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near National Exhibition and Convention Center: Hongqiao CBD, about 500 m from the National Exhibition and Convention Center: Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Hongqiao CBD by IHG; Hongqiao, about 1.1 km from the National Exhibition and Convention Center: Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao; Near Hongqiao Railway Station, about 1.6 km from the National Exhibition and Convention Center: Mercure Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station.
Ride-hail: Didi is the dominant ride-hailing app in Shanghai and works in English, and you can also book cars through the Alipay or WeChat mini-programs without a separate account. Fares are metered in CNY and paid in-app, so no cash changes hands. At NECC, ride-hail cars use designated pick-up zones at specific gates - check the gate shown in the app and allow extra time when the halls empty at the end of the day.
Public transit: Metro Line 2 runs from Hongqiao Railway Station and Hongqiao Airport toward East Xujing station at the NECC complex, and Line 17 stops at Zhuguang Road on the venue edge. From Pudong, either ride Line 2 west with an interchange or take the Maglev to Longyang Road first. Fares are distance-based, roughly CNY 3-9 for a city journey, paid with a metro card or the Alipay/WeChat transit QR code. Trains run frequently from early morning until late evening - confirm the last-train time for your line before a late meeting.
Parking: NECC has large on-site car parks serving the exhibition halls, with hourly and daily rates charged at the gate; expect the closest lots to fill on the first morning of a major show. Drop-off lanes are separated from parking entries, so tell your driver which hall entrance you need. Confirm current parking rates and the hall-specific entry gate with the venue or organiser before driving yourself.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: June 2027 (fair runs 22-24 June)
Temperature: Daytime highs typically 28-31 C, overnight lows 22-24 C, with humidity often above 75 percent
Seasonality: Late June is the heart of Shanghai's plum-rain (meiyu) season: frequent showers, overcast spells and afternoon thunderstorms, with short heavy downpours more likely than all-day rain. Typhoon season builds later in the summer.
Packing: Pack breathable, moisture-wicking business shirts, a compact umbrella and a light rain shell, comfortable shoes for long walks between halls, and a light layer for heavily air-conditioned meeting rooms. Bring a spare shirt or two for humid transit days, plus sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14-11: Confirm your Chinese visa or visa-free eligibility, and check that your passport has at least six months validity and blank pages.
Day 10-7: Book flights into PVG or SHA and a Hongqiao-area hotel; late June is a busy travel window and the closest NECC rooms go first.
Arrival day: Activate your eSIM or buy a local SIM, test Alipay or WeChat Pay with a small purchase, and confirm the route to NECC East Xujing or Zhuguang Road.
Show day 1: Arrive at opening to clear security, collect the hall plan and walk the equipment halls before meeting schedules fill the afternoon.
Register as a trade visitor on cisie.cn and save the confirmation plus QR badge to your phone and a printed copy.
Install Didi, Alipay and WeChat, link an international card, and set up any VPN you rely on before leaving home.
Build a target exhibitor list by starch type, derivative or equipment category, and request meetings with the stands you most want to see.
Decide your airport-to-venue plan: Maglev plus Metro Line 2, all-Metro, metered taxi or hotel shuttle.
Download offline maps and a translation app; save your hotel address in Chinese characters for taxi drivers.
Pack breathable business clothing, a compact umbrella, comfortable walking shoes and a light layer for air-conditioned meeting rooms.
Check the organiser schedule for hall opening hours and any conference sessions or technical seminars you want to attend.
Charge devices, pack a power bank and a reusable water bottle, and confirm your first meeting time and hall number.
Registration and hall orientation at National Exhibition and Convention Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 registration concourse
National Exhibition and Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
National Exhibition and Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Sta - Starch Expo China 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
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 Starch and starch derivatives and Functional starch products solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Sta - Starch Expo China 2027 in Shanghai.
Min. budget
$450.00
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 Starch and starch derivatives and Functional starch products products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
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 Shanghai show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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