Pet Fair Asia 2026 is a major B2B pet-industry sourcing event in Asia, taking place August 19–23 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). For importers, distributors, and private-label buyers looking to source cat litter from China and across Asia, the show brings finished pet products together with manufacturing, packaging, equipment, and OEM-related supply-chain resources. The co-located PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY adds an upstream sourcing layer, covering equipment, packaging, smart-factory solutions, OEM/ODM/OBM, and third-party services. This guide explains where cat litter buyers should focus, how to shortlist suppliers before or during your visit, and what to ask before moving from samples to factory follow-up.
Quick answer: Pet Fair Asia 2026 takes place August 19–23 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), with 320,000+ sqm of exhibition space and 2,600+ exhibitors. For cat litter buyers, the event provides access to cat-product exhibitors alongside the co-located PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY, which runs August 19–21 across 70,000+ sqm with 900+ exhibitors in equipment, packaging, smart-factory, OEM/ODM/OBM, and related supply-chain services. The practical advantage for importers is the ability to compare suppliers, discuss specifications, and plan post-show sample and factory follow-up in one trip.
What Is Pet Fair Asia and Why It Matters for Cat Litter Buyers
Pet Fair Asia has been held since 1997 and is positioned by the organizer as a major pet-industry platform serving the Asia-Pacific region. For cat litter buyers, its value comes from the concentration of pet-product exhibitors and related supply-chain resources in one venue. Depending on the supplier, buyers may find mineral bentonite, plant-based, pine, crystal, and mixed-litter products as well as OEM or private-label programs. The co-located PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY adds access to equipment, packaging, smart-factory, OEM/ODM/OBM, and third-party service providers, allowing buyers to investigate more of the supply chain behind a finished product.
Pet Fair Asia brings cat litter products together with a co-located supply-chain exhibition covering equipment, packaging, smart-factory solutions, OEM/ODM/OBM, and related services, giving buyers a broader view of suppliers and production resources in one venue.
Pet Fair Asia 2026: Dates, Venue, and the Expanded Supply-Chain Hall
The 28th edition combines a large-scale exhibition with dedicated B2B activities and supply-chain programs. Key facts for planning your visit:
- Dates: August 19 to 23, 2026.
- Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Pudong.
- Scale: 320,000+ sqm of exhibition space and 2,600+ exhibitors. The organizer reported the 2026 edition sold out and described it as the largest in the show’s history; around 20% of exhibitors are international exhibitors or China representatives of international brands from 32 countries.
- Access: Pet Fair Asia runs as a B2B trade platform with consumer-facing days. The 2026 edition opens with an invitation-only VIP B2B Day on August 19 for focused buyer–supplier meetings, continues with Trade Visitor Days on August 20–21, and opens to consumers on August 22–23; international buyers retain full access during the trade days.
The official Pet Fair Asia site provides the confirmed dates, visitor information, exhibition resources, and 2026 event details.
PET FAIR SUPPLY: Where the Cat Litter Supply Chain Meets
For litter buyers, one of the most relevant developments in 2026 is the expansion of PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY, the co-located supply-chain exhibition running August 19–21. It expands to 10 halls and 70,000+ sqm with 900+ exhibitors across equipment, packaging, smart-factory solutions, OEM/ODM/OBM, and third-party services. For a litter sourcing program, this creates an opportunity to look beyond finished bags and investigate the equipment, packaging, manufacturing services, and other upstream resources that can affect production capability and private-label execution.
| Supply-Chain Segment | What You’ll Find | Buyer Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | Manufacturing and processing equipment | Review production and automation capabilities |
| Packaging | Packaging-related suppliers and equipment | Compare packaging formats and private-label options |
| Smart Factory | Automation and smart-factory solutions | Assess opportunities for production efficiency |
| OEM / ODM / OBM | Contract manufacturing and brand-development services | Identify partners for private-label programs |
| Third-party Services | Supporting supply-chain services | Check services relevant to sourcing and export |
Sustainability also gets dedicated space in 2026 through EcoPaws Asia, a program run with the Pet Sustainability Coalition that flags sustainability-certified exhibitors and runs buyer–supplier matchmaking — useful if your sourcing brief includes recyclable packaging or biodegradable litter formats. The Pet Sustainability Coalition sets the framework behind the program.
Who Exhibits: The Cat Litter Supply Side
Cat litter is represented within the pet-product side of Pet Fair Asia, with the official 2026 exhibition materials listing a dedicated “Cat Litter / Cleaning & Deodorizers” category. For buyers, the practical approach is to identify relevant exhibitors and then confirm material, product scope, OEM capability, MOQ, production location, and export experience directly with each supplier.
| Material | Supplier Types to Look For | Buyer Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Bentonite | Mineral litter manufacturers | Compare clumping, particle size, dust, and pricing |
| Tofu / plant-based | Plant-based litter manufacturers and OEM suppliers | Compare flushability, dust control, and private-label options |
| Pine | Compressed-pellet manufacturers | Compare pellet quality, dust, and natural positioning |
| Crystal (silica) | Crystal litter suppliers | Compare specifications and product positioning |
| Mixed | Blended-litter manufacturers | Compare customized performance profiles |
How to Find Cat Litter Suppliers at Pet Fair Asia
For buyers asking how to source cat litter from China, Pet Fair Asia can be used as an initial supplier-discovery and qualification point rather than as a substitute for factory due diligence. Practical steps:
- Start with the official Pet Fair Asia exhibition information and identify the halls relevant to cat products and supply-chain services.
- Build a shortlist by litter material, production model, and target-market requirements.
- Prioritize manufacturers that can demonstrate in-house production, OEM or private-label capability, and relevant export experience.
- Arrange meetings with your highest-priority suppliers before or during the B2B days whenever possible.
- Use PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY to identify packaging, equipment, OEM/ODM/OBM, and other supply-chain partners that match your sourcing brief.
Questions to Ask Cat Litter Suppliers
A show floor is only as good as the questions you ask. For cat litter, the essentials are:
- Are you the manufacturer or a trading company, where is the production facility located, and which processes are handled in-house?
- What is the MOQ, and is it negotiable per format?
- Can you provide samples matched to our spec (clumping, dust, fragrance, particle size)?
- What is the typical lead time from sample approval to container?
- Which export documents and certificates do you provide for our target market?
- Do you support multi-language and custom packaging for private label?
- Which raw-material and packaging partners do you use (relevant given PET FAIR SUPPLY)?
What to Do After Pet Fair Asia: Samples, Audits, and Factory Visits
The show should be treated as the start of supplier qualification rather than the final buying decision. Bring a product specification sheet, samples of the litter you currently sell, target packaging requirements, and an estimated purchasing volume. After the show, request matched samples, compare performance against your specification, verify export documents, and arrange a factory audit or visit when the order size or strategic importance justifies it. A structured cat litter sourcing and buying guide can help keep the qualification process consistent.
Pet Horizon at Pet Fair Asia
Pet Horizon exhibits at Pet Fair Asia every year. As a dedicated cat litter factory near Dalian Port with 10+ years of manufacturing experience and products shipped to 80+ markets, we use the show to meet importers and private-label buyers face to face. Our range covers OEM and private-label programs across tofu, pine, bentonite, and mixed litters, with in-house formula control and export documentation. If you plan to attend, scheduling a floor meeting ahead of time is an efficient way to compare specs and talk through an OEM program with a cat litter manufacturer that handles both sampling and full production.
Conclusion
Pet Fair Asia 2026 is a major sourcing opportunity for cat litter buyers looking to compare suppliers in China and across Asia. The main show brings together pet-product exhibitors, while PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY adds equipment, packaging, smart-factory, OEM/ODM/OBM, and related supply-chain resources from August 19–21. Buyers who arrive with a supplier shortlist, product specification sheet, target pricing and volume requirements, and a post-show qualification plan can use the event more effectively and move from initial meetings to samples, factory verification, and purchasing decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pet Fair Asia 2026 takes place August 19 to 23, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Pudong, Shanghai. It is the 28th edition of the show, opening with a VIP B2B Day on August 19, followed by Trade Visitor Days (August 20–21) and Consumer Days (August 22–23).
Yes, it can be a useful sourcing event for cat litter buyers because the show brings together pet-product exhibitors and the co-located PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY supply-chain exhibition. Buyers can compare product specifications, discuss OEM or private-label requirements where available, and identify suppliers for post-show sample and factory qualification.
PET FAIR SUPPLY is the co-located supply-chain exhibition at Pet Fair Asia. In 2026 it runs August 19–21 across 10 halls and 70,000+ sqm with 900+ exhibitors covering equipment, packaging, smart-factory solutions, OEM/ODM/OBM, and third-party services. For cat litter buyers, it provides an opportunity to investigate production, packaging, automation, and private-label resources beyond finished litter products.
Use the official Pet Fair Asia exhibition information and available exhibitor resources to identify relevant halls and companies, then confirm product scope, OEM capability, MOQ, and export experience directly with each supplier. Also scan PET FAIR ASIA SUPPLY for packaging, equipment, and OEM/ODM/OBM partners.
Ask whether they are the manufacturer or a trading company and where production is located, plus in-house manufacturing, MOQ, sample matching, lead time, export documents, private-label packaging support, and the raw-material and packaging partners they use.
A factory visit is not mandatory for every order, but it is recommended for large, recurring, or strategically important programs. Use samples and documentation for initial screening, then consider a factory audit or visit before approving a major supplier.
Some cat litter exhibitors offer OEM and private-label services, but capabilities vary by supplier. Confirm formula control, MOQ, packaging customization, production location, lead time, and export documentation before treating a supplier as a qualified OEM partner.
Identify relevant cat-product and supply-chain exhibitors, prepare a product specification sheet and sample kit, and set meetings with priority suppliers. During the show, compare samples and supplier capabilities systematically, then plan post-show sample testing, documentation checks, and factory follow-up.
