Focused Trade Missions

Focused Trade Mission to China for Retail and Ingredients

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Event Date
August 22—24, 2023
Location
Beijing and Xi’an, China
Registration Price
$600

Jumpstart Your Product Export Sales to China

China has proven to be an appealing and profitable market for U.S. companies for many years. In 2021, China was the 2nd and 3rd largest export market for the Northeast and Midwest regions, with $897 million and $4.9 billion worth of agricultural products exported despite challenges brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic and new import policies towards overseas exporters. The number of consumer-oriented products entering China has also been increasing. In 2021, the value of consumer-oriented products exported to China from the Midwest reached $1.7 billion, more than double from the $798 million in 2020. Similarly, Northeast exports of consumer-oriented products was up by 13% in 2021.

The China market for U.S. imports is driven by the cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, which are amongst the biggest cities in population and economic leaders. However, new emerging markets such as Xi’an show potential for growth as the capital of the Shaanxi Province and a population of 12 million. As one of the historical capitals of ancient China, Xi’an is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in China, and serves as a cultural, industrial, political and education metropolis of the central-northwest region.

U.S. Food & Agricultural Product Imports to China, By the Numbers

· U.S. Agricultural Products – Over US$4.9 billion (2021)

· U.S. Consumer-Oriented Products – Over US$1.7 billion (2021)

By the year 2026, Euromonitor projects that retail sales in the packaged food market in China will reach US$409.5 billion, a growth of 23.2%, or US$77 billion.

Travel Information

Due to the nature of the global pandemic and its impact on international travel, please consider resources such a www.travel.state.gov when determining if this event is appropriate for you or your company.

Please check this page frequently for any updates.

Want to learn more about this mission? Watch this video presentation featuring our In-Market Representative.

Services Provided

  • One-on-one meetings with qualified buyers
  • Pre-event custom product research including market overview, importation and distribution analysis
  • Market briefing by local USDA, Foreign Agricultural Service
  • Translation of up to two pages of materials into local language
  • Dedicated interpreter
  • Retail store tour
  • Table top showcase and trade reception
  • Inclusion in Trade Mission brochure containing your company profile, contact details and product lines
  • On-site assistance by Food Export’s In-Market Representative
  • Identifying top leads

Mission Itinerary

August 21: Arrival in Beijing

August 22:

Morning     – Market Briefing by ATO

Afternoon  – Retail Store Tours in Beijing

August 23: 

Morning     – One-on-One Meetings with Qualified Buyers

Afternoon  – Showcase Lunch and Flight to Xi’an (2 hours)

August 24:

Morning      – Retail Store Tours in Xi’an

Afternoon   – One-on-One Meetings

Evening      – Showcase Dinner

August 25: Departure to U.S.

Schedule is subject to change.

Products of Interest

Top U.S. products in demand:

  • Cheese
  • Breakfast cereals
  • Baked goods
  • Savory snacks
  • Processed Fruit and Vegetables
  • Sauces, Dressings & Condiments
  • Processed Meat, Seafood & Alternatives to Meat

Preparation Assistance

China Country Profile

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Complimentary Webinars

Our educational webinars provide up-to-date exporter intelligence regarding specific markets, logistics, trade financing, documentation, how to meet and follow-up with international buyers, and much more.

Export Essentials Online

Whether you’re new to exporting or need to refresh your skills, this free online training course provides a comprehensive, flexible approach to learning the fundamentals and logistics of exporting.

Export Success

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Branded Program

Double Your International Marketing Budget

With the Branded Program, you may be eligible for 50% reimbursement on:

  • Promotions and product demonstrations
  • Advertising
  • Select international travel costs
  • Marketing and point-of-sale materials
  • Foreign market compliant packaging/labeling
  • And much more!