33rd China International Disposable Paper Expo showcases full industry value chain and sets stage for 2027 edition

The 33rd China International Disposable Paper Expo (CIDPEX 2026) was held from April 13 to 17, 2026, in Nanjing. The event gathered industry participants from across the tissue and hygiene products sector, highlighting products, technologies, and supply chain developments.

The exhibition was organized into five key zones: Tissue Paper, Disposable Hygiene Products, Raw & Auxiliary Materials, Machinery & Equipment, and Health & Medical Care. These zones covered both upstream and downstream segments of the industry, presenting developments and product innovations across the value chain.

The Tissue Paper Pavilion featured more than 130 companies from national and regional markets, where distributors engaged in discussions and business negotiations. The Disposable Hygiene Products Pavilion included over 150 exhibitors, focusing on categories such as feminine care, baby care, adult incontinence products, and wipes.

In the Raw and Auxiliary Materials Pavilion, more than 350 exhibitors presented materials and technologies supporting product development and manufacturing improvements. The Machinery and Equipment Pavilion hosted 400 exhibitors, displaying advanced equipment with a focus on digitalization and operational efficiency.

The Health & Medical Care Pavilion brought together 32 exhibitors, including companies listed in the Catalogue of Recommended Elderly Care Products, along with providers of smart elderly care solutions, rehabilitation aids centers, and e-commerce platforms. The pavilion addressed developments linked to health consumption and the silver economy.

To support international expansion, a dedicated zone titled “Craftsmanship Goes Global • Jointly Building the Silk Road – Overseas Service Ecosystem” was established in Hall G1. This area included service providers such as industry associations, overseas industrial parks, cross-border e-commerce platforms, logistics and warehousing providers, overseas retail channels, and certification, finance, and taxation services.

The Global Buyer Negotiation Area was upgraded to facilitate resource matching between domestic and international participants, supporting business connections and market access.

Alongside the exhibition, the Overseas Expansion Development Conference featured discussions led by industry experts, e-commerce platform representatives, and global brand stakeholders, focusing on international market trends and expansion strategies.

The event also hosted the Tissue & Hygiene Innovation Forum, which included multiple themed sessions such as the “Tmall” Session, the “JD.com” Session, the “Debut Economy” Session, and a Science Popularization Special Session. These sessions addressed market insights and operational strategies from various industry perspectives.

CIDPEX has been active in the tissue paper and hygiene products sector for over thirty years, serving as a platform for industry interaction and development.

The 34th China International Disposable Paper Expo (CIDPEX 2027) is scheduled to take place at the Nanjing International Expo Center from April 13 to 17, 2027.