Consumer Goods and Private Labels

2025 U.S. (Chicago) International Private Label Trade Show PLMA's 2025 U.S. Private Label Trade Show

2025 PLMA’s U.S. Private Label Trade Show in Chicago I. Exhibition Overview Exhibition Time: November 17-18, 2025 Exhibition Cycle: Annual Exhibition Venue: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, USA Organizer: Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd. II. Exhibit Range Products suitable for supermarkets, department stores, chain stores, and discount stores, including products and packaging intended for private label production for major European supermarkets. Specifically including: Food 1. Seasonings and Sauces: Soy sauce, pickles, olives, honey, jams, peanut butter, etc. 2. Canned Food: Canned fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood 3. Confectionery and Snacks: Various candies, waffles, chocolates, nuts, potato chips, high-protein or low-sugar snacks, nutritional supplements, etc. 4. Pasta: Pasta, cereals, oatmeal, etc. 5. Pet Food and Care Products: Senior pet food, snacks, eco-friendly chew toys, supplements, training snacks and toys for dogs, cats, and other animals. Home Goods 1. Cleaning Supplies: Wet wipes, cleaning cloths, disinfectants, laundry beads, color-catching sheets, multi-purpose kitchen cleaners, etc. 2. Paper Products and Disposable Items: Toilet paper, paper plates, paper cups, garbage bags, plastic wrap, cling film, disposable tableware, aluminum foil products, etc. 3. Kitchen Utensils: Cleaning cloths, cleaning sponges, brushes, gloves, storage boxes, storage bins, non-woven bags, etc. 4. Outdoor & Gardening Supplies: Grilling equipment, charcoal, lighters, outdoor lighting, etc. 5. Party & Holiday Supplies: Christmas headwear, decorative balloons, lights, ornaments, and small gifts, etc. Health and Beauty 1. Baby Care, Feminine Care, Adult Care Diapers, baby skincare, incontinence products, sanitary napkins, wet wipes, etc. 2. Beauty and Cosmetic Products Hair Care: Shampoo, conditioner, hair growth and coloring products; combs, hair dryers, curling irons, etc. Skincare: Facial cleanser, face masks, lotions, creams, shower gel, bath sponges, etc. Cosmetics: Razors, shaving cream, depilatories, antiperspirants, makeup, cotton pads, cotton balls, cotton swabs, etc. Personal Care: Toothpaste, mouthwash, toothbrushes, dental floss, eye care, lip care, etc. III. Market Introduction Overview of the U.S. private label market: Market Growth: Private label brands show strong growth in the U.S. market. In 2023, total sales of store brands rose to $236.3 billion, an increase of $10.1 billion over the previous year, setting another record. Private label sales increased by 6%, and volume increased by 0.9%. Consumer Buying Motives: Nearly half (43%) of consumers buy private label products to save money, 58% believe private labels offer good value, but less than a third (29%) believe private labels are comparable in quality to name brands. Consumer Trends: Almost every American household purchased private label goods in the past year. All American households purchased private label groceries, followed by health and beauty, home goods, and home and garden. Product Category Performance: In the 10 food and non-food categories tracked by PLMA, store brand sales increased in 2023 in all categories except tobacco (down 16%). The fastest-growing categories were beauty (+10.5%), general food (+10%), beverages (+8.9%), and household care (+8.7%). This was followed by frozen (+4.4%), general merchandise (+4%), health (+2.4%), refrigerated (+1.8%), and alcohol (+1%). Retailer Dependence: Among the top 20 retailers in the U.S., Aldi and Trader Joe’s are most reliant on private label products, accounting for 80% and 69% of their total sales, respectively. Walmart has five brands with over 50% penetration among American households, including Great Value, Equate, Mainstays, Marketside, and Freshness Guaranteed. Kroger’s “Smart Way” brand, launched at the end of 2022, was the fastest-growing private label in the past year, with sales increasing by 135%. IV. Review of Previous Sessions Exhibits included two major categories: food and non-food. In 2024, 1820 exhibitors from 63 countries participated, with 2985 booths, including 1362 food companies and 458 non-food companies. Nearly 7000 professional buyers also attended. Buyers included chain stores, supermarkets, shopping malls, discount stores, drugstores, hypermarkets, convenience stores, importers, wholesalers, and military buyers from around the world. Thousands of product categories were sourced, mainly focusing on food, beverages and snacks, health and beauty, over-the-counter drugs, household paper and cleaning products, household goods, and daily necessities. The exhibition also held various themed seminars and workshops. A special “PLMA Idea Supermarket” display area will showcase finished products and packaging from well-known global store brands. V. Contact Information Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd. 9th Floor, Building 1, Xiangtai Plaza, No. 129, Yingxiongshan Road, Shizhong District, Jinan City Liu Jiayu 0531-86117962 17866706991 Li Xinru 0531-82975940 17860238434 Sun Linan 0531-82708506 13075357041 Tang Xiaoxu 0531-82975912 13869171702 Email: zhenghesd@163.com

2025 Russian International Private Label Exhibition SobMaExpo 2025

2025 Russia International Private Brand Exhibition SobMaExpo 2025 I. Exhibition Overview Exhibition Time: April 15-16, 2025 Exhibition Cycle: Annual Exhibition Venue: IEC (Crocus Expo), Moscow, Russia Organizer: Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd. II. Exhibit Range (1) Food and Beverages: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, bread and confectionery, groceries, snacks, canned food, ready-to-eat food, frozen food, sauces, vinegar and other condiments, oils and fats, dairy products, desserts, baby food, fresh food, pickled food, etc. (2) Non-food Products: Cleaning and detergents, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, hygiene and personal care, home and kitchen utensils, cosmetics and perfumes, home and garden, bathroom products, pet food and supplies, home appliances and electronics, car maintenance and accessories, paper products, sports and leisure products, packaging products, shoe care products, furniture and home textiles, shoes, clothing, accessories, DIY & repair products, medicines, children's toys, stationery and souvenirs, sports and tourism products, etc. (3) Packaging Products: Packaging, packaging design, labels, sealed packaging, spray packaging, bottles and containers. III. Market Introduction In 2023, the total trade volume between China and Russia exceeded US$240 billion, setting a historical high. The China-Russia new era comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination has reached its highest level in history and continues to develop. In the first 11 months of 2024, the trade volume between China and Russia increased by 2.1% year-on-year, reaching US$222.775 billion. Among them, China's exports to Russia reached US$104.196 billion, an increase of 4.0%; China's imports from Russia reached US$118.579 billion, an increase of 0.4%. Russia's exports to Asian markets (such as China and India) have grown significantly. The demand is particularly strong in the areas of daily consumer goods, home decorations, household goods, and home appliances. According to research by Romir Holding, by the beginning of 2024, the market share of private label goods in Russia had reached 10.1%, more than doubling compared to previous years. Private label products are favored due to their reasonable prices, improved quality, and wide variety. Domestic brands are gradually replacing some international brands, especially in areas such as electrical appliances and clothing. The Russian private label market has significant growth potential. IV. Review of Previous Sessions 2025 marks the 12th session. It is Russia's first B2B platform, providing more opportunities for manufacturers worldwide to cooperate with large retailers. This exhibition is the only platform for private label companies to meet local and international chain stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, and distributors in Russia to establish and consolidate business relationships. 2024 Exhibition Data: More than 250 exhibitors, 4000+ professional visitors from 67 regions of Russia and 17 countries. 2023 Exhibition Data: 160 companies participated, with more than 3000 professional visitors from 50 regions of Russia. 2022 Exhibition Data: 100+ companies participated, with 2700 professional visitors from 50 regions of Russia. V. Contact Information Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd. 9th Floor, Building 1, Xiangtai Plaza, No. 129, Yingxiongshan Road, Shizhong District, Jinan City Liu Jiayu 0531-86117962 17866706991 Li Xinru 0531-82975940 17860238434 Sun Linan 0531-82708506 13075357041 Tang Xiaoxu 0531-82975912 13869171702 Email: zhenghesd@163.com

2025 South Korea Seoul Food and Hotel Supplies Exhibition Seoul Food & Hotel 2025

Exhibition Dates: June 10-13 Exhibition Frequency: Annually Exhibition Venue ： KINTEX Korea International Exhibition Center Organizer ： Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd.

2025 PLMA’s World of Private Label International Trade Show in the Netherlands

2025 Netherlands International Private Label Trade Show PLMA’s World of Private Label I. Overview Date: May 20-21, 2025 Frequency: Annual Venue: RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands Organizer: Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd. II. Exhibit Categories Products suitable for direct sale in supermarkets, department stores, chain stores, and discount stores, as well as their packaging. Products intended for private label manufacturing and supply for major European supermarkets. Specifically including: Food 1. Seasonings and Sauces: Soy sauce, pickles, olives, honey, jams, peanut butter, etc. 2. Canned Food: Canned fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood 3. Confectionery and Snacks: Various candies, waffles, chocolates, nuts, potato chips, high-protein or low-sugar snacks, nutritional supplements, etc. 4. Pasta: Pasta, cereals, oatmeal, etc. 5. Pet Food and Care Products: Senior pet food, snacks, eco-friendly chew toys, supplements, training snacks and toys for dogs, cats, and other animals. Household Goods 1. Cleaning Supplies: Wet wipes, cleaning cloths, disinfectants, laundry beads, color catchers, multi-purpose kitchen cleaners, etc. 2. Paper Products and Disposable Items: Toilet paper, paper plates, paper cups, garbage bags, plastic bags, cling film, disposable tableware, aluminum foil products, etc. 3. Kitchen Utensils: Cleaning cloths, cleaning sponges, brushes, gloves; storage boxes, storage bins, non-woven bags, etc. 4. Outdoor & Gardening Supplies: Barbecue equipment, charcoal, lighters, outdoor lighting, etc. 5. Party & Holiday Supplies: Christmas headwear, decorative balloons, lights, ornaments, and small gifts, etc. Health and Beauty 1. Baby care, feminine care, adult care Diapers, baby skincare, incontinence products, sanitary napkins, wet wipes, etc. 2. Beauty and Cosmetic Products Hair care: Shampoo, conditioner, hair growth and coloring products; combs, hair dryers, curling irons, etc. Skincare: Facial cleanser, face masks, lotions, creams, shower gel, shower sponges, etc. Cosmetics: Razors, shaving cream, depilatories, antiperspirants, makeup, cotton pads, cotton balls, cotton swabs, etc. Personal care: Toothpaste, mouthwash, toothbrushes, dental floss, eye care, lip care, etc. III. Market Introduction According to NielsenIQ data, the European private label market continues to grow. Data from the third quarter of 2024 shows that the overall market share of private label brands in 17 European countries increased to 38.7%, a 0.2% increase compared to the third quarter of 2023. In these countries, 11 saw significant growth in private label market share. Switzerland maintained the highest market share at 52.4%, while Spain and Portugal showed the most significant growth, at 1.2% and 0.8% respectively. In terms of product categories, ambient food, confectionery and snacks, and fresh and frozen food are the three categories with the highest private label value share, accounting for an average of 47.4% and a total value of €252 billion, an overall increase of €14 billion. IV. Past Events Established in 1986. It is the largest and most attended international private label exhibition of its kind in the world (private label and supermarket exhibition, international private label trade show). The exhibition is international in nature, attracting over 2900 exhibitors from 70 countries and regions, including large multinational corporations and small and medium-sized enterprises, covering a wide range of product categories. Among them, 2135 were food exhibitors and 840 were non-food exhibitors. A total of 14 exhibition halls, with a net exhibition area of 43,000 square meters, and a renewal rate of 90%. Each year, the exhibition attracts over 18,000 retailers and trade professionals from more than 120 countries, offering them a wide range of product choices from low-end to high-end, covering multiple product categories. Buyers come from chain stores, supermarkets, shopping malls, discount stores, drugstores, hypermarkets, convenience stores, importers, wholesalers, etc. from around the world. On-site negotiations with world-famous chain supermarkets and department stores (Carrefour, Auchan, Leclerc, Tesco, etc.). V. Contact Information Shandong Zhenghe International Exhibition Co., Ltd. 9th Floor, Building 1, Xiangtai Plaza, No. 129, Yingxiongshan Road, Shizhong District, Jinan City Liu Jiayu 0531-86117962 17866706991 Li Xinru 0531-82975940 17860238434 Sun Linan 0531-82708506 13075357041 Tang Xiaoxu 0531-82975912 13869171702 Email: zhenghesd@163.com