CHOCEX Shanghai

The CHOCEX, an annual trade fair held at the Shanghai Convention & Exhibition Center of International Sourcing in China, stands out as a specialized event dedicated to the world of chocolate. The name "CHOCEX" is an acronym for "Chocolate Expo," highlighting the fair's central focus on chocolate and all related aspects, and it brings together global exhibitors and visitors. The organizer is Chinno Exhibitions, a company with extensive experience in organizing such events.

The fair offers an in-depth look into chocolate production, starting from raw materials like cocoa beans and butter to finished products and packaging. Key themes include chocolate brands, production equipment, design, baked goods, and cocoa beverages, complemented by a wide range of services in marketing and sales.

The product variety spans from artisanal to industrially produced chocolate, including necessary raw materials and production equipment such as mills and tempering machines. Packaging solutions and a selection of chocolate-containing baked goods and beverages are also showcased.

CHOCEX serves not only as a platform for presentation but also promotes knowledge exchange and education through workshops, seminars, and forums. With its range of knowledge-sharing activities, it enables visitors and professionals to stay informed and discuss current trends and developments in the chocolate and cocoa industry. Special highlights include business match-making, craft chocolate workshops, and chocolate tastings.

Exhibitors come from areas such as food processing, packaging industry, and marketing, while the main visitors are professionals from the chocolate industry, gastronomy, and retail. As part of a series of fairs, CHOCEX is also held in other Chinese cities like Wuhan and Shenzhen.

The fair in Shanghai reflects China's growing role in the chocolate industry. The central location and easy accessibility of Shanghai Convention & Exhibition Center of International Sourcing make CHOCEX an attractive meeting point for international guests interested in innovations, creativity, and business opportunities in the chocolate sector.

The CHOCEX takes place annually, and therefore for the 5th time previsibly in November 2026 in Shanghai.