China remains a major market for medical devices, healthcare services, and manufacturing. In 2025, China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) approved 76 innovative medical devices, up 17% year-on-year, and 25 priority-review devices, up 212.5% year-on-year, spanning fields such as artificial intelligence, tumor radiotherapy, and biomedical materials.[1]
Shanghai, China, offers convenient international transportation, established manufacturing clusters, research institutions, and large exhibition venues. It hosts multiple major industry events each year. For overseas buyers, manufacturers, physicians, and product developers, attending the Shanghai medical expo 2026 provides access to different segments of the healthcare value chain.
This article presents four medical exhibitions in Shanghai that are worth attending in 2026.
Shanghai Medical Expo 2026 at a Glance
| Event | Focus Areas | Venue | Scale Reference | Exhibitor Reference | Date |
| Medtec China | Medical device supply chain | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Halls N1–N4 | 47,000㎡ | 1,100+ Exhibitors | September 1–3, 2026 |
| CMEF | Medical and healthcare technology (spring and autumn editions) | National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai | 270,000㎡ | 5,000+ Exhibitors | April 9–12, 2026 |
| CMEH | Medical devices industry | Shanghai World Exhibition & Convention Center | 40,000 m² | 1,000 Exhibitors (estimated) | June 24–26, 2026 |
| IMCAS China | Dermatology, plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine | W Hotel – The Bund, Shanghai | -(2,000–5,000 attendees) | 78 Exhibitors (2025 data) | August 27–29, 2026 |
Specific dates, venues, exhibitor information, and event activities may be adjusted by the organizers. Please refer to the latest information published on each exhibition’s official website.
1. Medtec China 2026 (September 1–3, 2026)
Medtec China is a leading medical device supply chain exhibition in Asia, covering the entire supply chain from raw materials to finished device manufacturing technologies. Its 20th edition will be held from September 1 to 3 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (Pudong), in Halls N1–N4.
The exhibition spans 47,000 square meters and brings together more than 1,100 high-quality exhibitors from nearly 27 countries, along with over 93,000 professional visitors. The core strength of Medtec China lies in its focus on upstream R&D and manufacturing segments of medical devices. The four exhibition halls are divided by key sectors: Halls N1–N2 focus on medical materials and core components, while Halls N3–N4 cover manufacturing services and equipment.
The exhibition spans nine major product categories, including materials and components; precision manufacturing and processing; high-end active medical devices; in vitro diagnostics, diagnostics and laboratory; drug delivery and wound care; OEM/ODM, automated manufacturing and smart factories; packaging, sterilization and cleanrooms; R&D, design and regulation; testing, metrology and quality.
A three-day Medtec Global Medical Supply Chain Summit will also be held concurrently, exploring challenges and opportunities faced by medical device companies in global expansion and supporting new business breakthroughs.
Compared with comprehensive medical exhibitions, Medtec China is a more specialized option among Shanghai medical expos. It is an ideal choice when the primary goal is supplier evaluation within the medical device supply chain, engineering and technical exchange, or manufacturing collaboration. Free tickets are available before August 31, 2026; on-site registration costs RMB 100 per person.
Apply for a free ticket now to explore advanced technologies and partnership opportunities.
Learn more about Medtec China and free ticket information:
Free Tickets Open for 2026 Medtec
Medtec China: Uniting Medical Device R&D and Global Manufacturing
2. China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF Spring 2026) (April 9–12, 2026)
CMEF is a large-scale comprehensive exhibition covering the entire medical device industry chain, including all types of equipment and technologies used in hospitals and medical institutions. The 93rd CMEF will be held from April 9 to 12, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai.
The exhibition area exceeds 320,000 square meters and brings together nearly 5,000 brand enterprises from over 30 countries and regions worldwide. It attracts more than 300,000 professional visits, with tens of thousands of international buyers from over 150 countries and regions. Core exhibition zones include medical imaging, in vitro diagnostics, medical robotics, and medical consumables. Seven themed sub-exhibitions such as ICMD, CRS, and CECN are held concurrently.
CMEF differs from Medtec China in positioning. CMEF is more suitable for hospital procurement, equipment distributors, healthcare service providers, and clinical departments focusing on finished or near-market products. Medtec China, by contrast, focuses more on upstream supply chain elements such as raw materials, components, and manufacturing services.
3. China International Medical Devices Exhibition (CMEH 2026) (June 24–26, 2026)
CMEH (Shanghai International Medical Devices Exhibition), founded in 2002, has developed into a comprehensive service platform covering the entire medical device industry chain. The 48th CMEH will be held from June 24 to 26, 2026, at the Shanghai World Exhibition & Convention Center.
The exhibition covers 40,000 square meters and is expected to gather nearly 1,000 exhibitors and attract over 45,000 professional visitors. Exhibits include medical electronics, medical imaging equipment, in vitro diagnostics, medical consumables, smart healthcare, rehabilitation and nursing, and medical device design and manufacturing.
CMEH is suitable for small and medium-sized manufacturers, regional distributors, hospital procurement teams, and companies seeking business partners in China. For exhibitors with highly technical components or engineering needs, it is recommended to compare exhibitor lists with Medtec China before making travel decisions.
4. IMCAS China 2026 (August 27–29, 2026)
IMCAS China differs from traditional medical device exhibitions; it is an academic congress and industry exhibition focused on dermatology, plastic surgery, and aesthetic medicine. The 2026 IMCAS China will be held from August 27 to 29 at the W Hotel – The Bund, Shanghai.
According to previous data, the event attracts around 2,000 participants and 78 exhibitors. It gathers dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aesthetic medicine professionals to exchange clinical techniques and industry trends through lectures, panel discussions, live demonstrations, and hands-on training sessions.
IMCAS China primarily targets dermatologists, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, aesthetic physicians, clinical researchers, and companies specializing in aesthetic devices and injectable products. It is not suitable for general hospital procurement or broad medical device manufacturing; rather, it focuses on professional segments such as energy-based devices, injectables, and skin treatments.
Conclusion
These four medical exhibitions in Shanghai target different visitor groups. If your focus is on medical device R&D, materials, components, manufacturing equipment, testing, quality, and medical device CDMO sourcing, Medtec China is the recommended choice.
Its 20th edition will bring together more than 1,100 global suppliers across an exhibition area of 47,000 square meters. Free ticket registration is available until August 31, 2026—register online now to save the RMB 100 on-site registration fee and secure your entry.
Reference
- National Medical Products Administration. 2025 Annual Report on Medical Device Registration Work [EB/OL]. Published on February 24, 2026. Available at: https://www.nmpa.gov.cn/xxgk/fgwj/gzwj/gzwjylqx/20260224172356196.html