The 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) is scheduled in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10. Leading up to this year's event, numerous multinational exhibitors in Pudong New Area have revealed their plans and debut products.

The National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), venue for the annual CIIE, is set to host exhibitors and visitors from around the world this November. [Photo/WeChat ID: pdnews]

Having recently opened its Inspiration Center Shanghai in Pudong this September, Henkel, a German leader in industrial products, will present innovations from its two main divisions — adhesive technology and consumer brands — at the eighth CIIE. The focus will be on vitality, technology, sustainability, and brand strength.

Louis Dreyfus Company, a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, is set to introduce three animal nutrition products developed at its Shanghai R&D Center. The company will also showcase instant coffee powder from its Cacique factory in Brazil for the first time.

Nippon Paint, now developing its Asia Pacific R&D center in Pudong, returns to the CIIE with a larger booth this year. The company intends to launch a global debut, along with two innovative products and solutions exclusive to China, as well as a series of future-oriented, scenario-based solutions.

Cosmetics giants Shiseido and L'Oreal are returning as long-time participants, both setting up a presence in Pudong. Shiseido, attending the expo for the seventh time, will bring over 50 new products in skincare, fragrance, and other categories. L'Oreal, a consistent exhibitor in all CIIE editions, will present its largest display ever, featuring 25 brands, including three Asia-first brands, four global and China-first-launch beauty technologies, and 19 new products.

Italian biopharmaceutical company Chiesi Group, which has set up its trading company in the Waigaoqiao bonded area, will debut its three major businesses — respiratory health, orphan diseases, and targeted treatments — at the CIIE for the first time.

Multinational companies in Pudong will highlight their largest-ever presence and showcase innovative product lines, reflecting their long-term commitment to the Chinese market.