All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE)
September 03, 2025 - September 05, 2025
All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE): China’s Gateway to the Global Leather Industry
The All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) stands as China’s first and only international leather fair, offering a premier business platform for global leather companies aiming to access the world’s largest leather manufacturing market. Held annually in Shanghai, ACLE attracts thousands of professional buyers and international exhibitors from every corner of the leather supply chain.
Since its launch in 1998, ACLE has built a reputation as the most important leather trade fair in China, catering directly to the booming demand for materials, chemicals, and machinery required for China’s powerful leather goods and footwear sectors. For businesses wanting to enter or expand in the Chinese leather industry, ACLE is the definitive event.
ACLE: A Strategic Platform for Global Leather Trade
China continues to dominate global leather production and export, with major manufacturing hubs across provinces such as Guangdong, Zhejiang, Shandong, Henan, and Sichuan. ACLE serves as a strategic link between international suppliers and Chinese manufacturers, offering unmatched access to decision-makers and procurement teams.
What Makes ACLE Stand Out:
The only international leather show in China
Over 1,000 exhibitors from 30+ countries
Tens of thousands of professional buyers from China's main tanning and footwear manufacturing regions
Focused sourcing for raw hides, semi-finished leather, leather chemicals, and machinery
On-site demonstrations, tech showcases, and industry seminars
With this strategic positioning, ACLE doesn’t just highlight finished leather goods—it supports the upstream segments that power China’s massive tanning and leather transformation industries.
A Deep Dive Into the Leather Supply Chain
What sets ACLE apart is its focus on upstream sectors of the leather industry, offering specialized sourcing opportunities for tannery professionals and raw material buyers.
Product Categories Featured at ACLE:
Raw hides and skins: Cattle, sheep, goat, and exotic sources
Semi-finished and crust leather
Leather chemicals: Tanning agents, dyes, fatliquors, and finishing chemicals
Tannery machinery: Cutting, drying, buffing, and automation systems
Technical services: Laboratory testing, environmental treatment, quality control
This level of specialization enables professionals to source exactly what they need for production, and often, to initiate long-term procurement relationships with consistent and high-volume suppliers.
Who Should Attend ACLE?
The All China Leather Exhibition is designed specifically for B2B transactions, targeting high-level professionals and organizations involved in the transformation of leather from raw to finished product.
Key Attendee Profiles:
Tannery owners and operators
Leather goods and footwear manufacturers
Automotive upholstery producers
Chemical and equipment procurement managers
Sourcing agents and OEM companies
International trading companies
Leather industry consultants and technical experts
Whether you’re sourcing raw hides, upgrading your tanning line, or looking for sustainable leather chemical solutions, ACLE provides direct access to China's most relevant stakeholders.
Business Opportunities in the Chinese Leather Market
China’s dominance in global leather manufacturing is supported by its comprehensive industrial ecosystem, including access to raw materials, skilled labor, and well-integrated supply chains. This makes the country an ideal market for international exporters of leather goods, chemicals, and machinery.
At ACLE, You Can:
Establish distribution networks in China’s industrial zones
Partner with local manufacturers for OEM/ODM production
Sell raw materials to China’s vast tanning industry
Introduce machinery or chemical innovations to upgrading factories
Gain market intelligence on policy shifts, sustainability trends, and tech needs
This level of business connectivity is difficult to replicate outside the context of an exhibition with ACLE’s scope, reach, and reputation.
The Role of ACLE in Driving Innovation and Sustainability
While ACLE’s primary focus remains B2B commerce, the event also plays a critical role in shaping the future of the leather industry in China, particularly as the market shifts toward environmentally sustainable practices and smart manufacturing.
Key Themes Highlighted at Recent Editions:
Eco-leather processing technologies
Chrome-free tanning methods
Water-saving dyeing systems
Waste management and effluent treatment
AI and automation in leather sorting and finishing
This commitment to showcasing advanced, ethical solutions makes ACLE a knowledge-sharing hub as much as a trade platform.
Venue, Organization, and Global Recognition
The Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) hosts the event, offering world-class infrastructure for large-scale exhibitions. The organizers of ACLE—China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) and APLF Ltd.—bring decades of expertise and credibility in curating high-level industry events.
Highlights of the Exhibition Venue:
Over 80,000 square meters of exhibition space
Easy accessibility for international participants
Modern facilities for machinery demonstrations
Zones categorized by material type, equipment, and country pavilions
Thanks to its scope and professional curation, ACLE is globally recognized as the top event to understand and capitalize on the opportunities in China's leather market.
ACLE Is the Definitive Leather Trade Fair in China
For over 25 years, the All China Leather Exhibition has remained at the forefront of global leather trade, offering a trusted, proven, and professionally curated venue for business development, technology exchange, and strategic sourcing.
By focusing on raw materials, tanning chemicals, and machinery, ACLE serves the real backbone of China’s leather manufacturing economy. Its exclusive B2B environment, international reach, and relevance to the upstream supply chain make it a must-attend for any company serious about engaging with the Chinese market or expanding in the global leather industry.
Whether you are an established multinational or an emerging supplier, ACLE offers an unparalleled platform to access, understand, and thrive in the Chinese leather industry.
