If you are searching for a specialized medical expo in China for 2026, first identify whether the event centers on finished devices, clinical and hospital procurement, or the medical device R&D and manufacturing supply chain. Medtec China concentrates on medical device supply chain resources rather than a finished product showcase.
Medtec China 2026 will take place September 1–3 in Halls N1–N4 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Visitors can apply for a free visitor pass by August 30 and plan their visit now.
What Makes Medtec China Different from Other Medical Expos in China?
Medical exhibitions in China serve different professional needs. Some focus on diagnostic systems, finished medical equipment, hospital applications, or commercial distribution. Medtec China has a more specific role. We focus on the upstream medical device supply chain that supports product design, R&D, validation, and manufacturing.
This focus on the medical device supply chain shapes both the exhibit scope and the professional audience. Rather than organizing the exhibition mainly around finished products for clinical use, Medtec China 2026 connects visitors with suppliers of raw materials, core components, processing technologies, production equipment, and contract manufacturing services.
Software, testing, regulatory consulting, and other technical services are also included. Together, these categories cover the medical device supply chain from early product development to commercial production.
| Q: How does Medtec China differ from CMEF? A: While CMEF focuses primarily on finished medical devices and hospital procurement, Medtec China is dedicated exclusively to upstream medical device R&D, raw materials, components, and OEM/ODM manufacturing. |
Who Visits Medtec China?
Medtec China welcomes visitors with a wide range of interests and professional backgrounds. The event is particularly relevant to anyone seeking to understand medical device development, production, or the wider medical device supply chain.
Our visitors come from management, manufacturing, R&D, project, technical, quality, purchasing, regulatory, registration, marketing, and sales functions. Attendees include executives, engineers, managers, analysts, sourcing professionals, and others interested in the medical device sector.
Engineering teams can examine materials and components, while sourcing teams can compare suppliers and manufacturing services. Production and quality professionals can review equipment, testing, and compliance resources. Other visitors can explore the products, technologies, and services most relevant to their interests.
Whatever your role or reason for attending, Medtec China provides a clear view of the resources involved in moving a medical device from product development to commercial manufacturing.
| Q: Is Medtec China only for procurement teams? A: No. Medtec China welcomes professionals from R&D, engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, management, and other functions, as well as anyone interested in the medical device supply chain. |
What to Explore at Medtec China 2026?
Medtec China 2026 organizes its medical device supply chain exhibits into nine product themes across Halls N1–N4.
| Product Theme | Hall | Main Exhibits |
| Materials & Components | N1 & N2, International Pavilion | Metallic raw materials and components; ceramic, biological, and glass materials; medical-grade polymers and composites; adhesives, bonding products, and tubing. |
| Precision Manufacturing & Processing | N1 & N2, International Pavilion | Super-precision laser processing, CNC machine tools, additive manufacturing, molding, tubing and extrusion equipment, and surface treatment. |
| High-End Active Medical Equipment | N1, ADTE | Electronic components and assemblies, sensors, drive systems, and technologies for active medical devices. |
| IVD, Diagnostics & Laboratory | N2 | IVD reagents and consumables, filtration solutions, intravenous injection technologies, and laboratory equipment. |
| Drug Delivery & Wound Care | N2 | Pharmaceutical delivery systems, device components, dressing materials, and formulation processing technologies. |
| OEM/ODM, Automation Manufacturing & Smart Factory | N3 | Full-service OEM/ODM, medical integration and automation, drive control, robotics, and smart factory solutions. |
| Packaging, Sterilization & Cleanroom | N4 | Medical packaging, sterilization, labeling systems, and cleanroom technologies. |
| R&D, Design & Regulatory | N4 | Medical device R&D and design services, engineering software, regulatory consulting, and compliance services. |
| Testing, Metrology & Quality | N4 | Testing systems, precision metrology instruments, inspection technologies, and quality assurance supplies. |
Together, these themes cover medical device R&D, processing, production, testing, and regulatory support. Visitors can also attend the concurrent summit and themed conferences for further industry and technical insights.
Review the 2026 exhibitor and product lists before attending, then apply for a free Medtec China 2026 visitor pass by August 30.
Medtec China 2026 at a Glance
| Item | Details |
| Event | The 20th edition of Medtec China |
| Dates | September 1–3, 2026 |
| Opening hours | September 1–2: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; September 3: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. |
| Venue | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Pudong, Shanghai, China |
| Halls | N1–N4 |
| Exhibition scope | Nine specialized product themes covering the medical device supply chain from materials and components to manufacturing, testing, and regulatory support |
| Projected scale | 47,000 square meters; more than 1,100 exhibitors from nearly 27 countries and regions; more than 93,000 professional visitors |
| Admission | Free advance registration by August 30; on-site registration costs CNY 100 per person from September 1–3 |
| Core focus | Medical device R&D, upstream sourcing, processing technologies, and commercial manufacturing |
| Visitor resources | 2026 Exhibitor and Product Lists Medtec Global Summit and Themed Conferences Venue & Traffic Free Visitor Pass Application Portal |
Note: Check the official Medtec China website for any updates before departure. Qualified trade visitors can still apply for a free Medtec China 2026 pass within the stated registration period (by August 30).
How to Visit Medtec China 2026?
1. Get a Free Visitor Pass
Complete your registration through the Free Visitor Pass Application Portal
▪ Registration opens: April 1, 2026
▪ Free registration deadline: August 30, 2026
▪ On-site registration: CNY 100 per person from September 1–3
International Visitor Benefit
Overseas visitors can use the Medtec International Lounge in Hall N3.
▪ The lounge is open exclusively to overseas visitors.
▪ Visitors can take part in games, take photos, and hold meetings or discussions.
▪ Pre-registered overseas visitors can collect an early-bird gift at the lounge.
Apply for your free pass before August 30 to receive this additional visitor benefit.
2. Get to the Venue
Medtec China 2026 will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Pudong.
| By subway: Take Line 7 to Huamu Road station. |
| From Pudong International Airport: Approximately 40 minutes by taxi. From Hongqiao International Airport: Approximately 50 minutes by taxi. From Longyang Road subway station: Approximately 10 minutes by taxi. |
| North Registration Lobby: Entrance 2, No. 2345 Longyang Road. East Registration Lobby: Entrance 3, No. 1750 Huamu Road. |
| By car: Parking is available in P1, P2, P4, and P5. Venue parking fees apply. |
Check the Venue and Travel Information before departure.
3. Plan Your Visit
Review the exhibitors, products, and conference program before arriving. Apply for a free Medtec China 2026 visitor pass by August 30, then join us at Halls N1–N4 from September 1–3.