From April 21 to 24, 2026, CHINAPLAS 2026 International Plastics & Rubber Show, the annual flagship event of the global plastics and rubber industry, kicked off grandly at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Hongqiao) in Shanghai. On the first day of the exhibition, the number of visitors hit an unprecedented 107,792, setting a new record for the opening day of all previous exhibitions-an increase of 34.92% compared with the 2025 Shenzhen Show. Both the internationalization level and industry popularity have reached a new high.
Covering an area of over 390,000 square meters, the exhibition gathered more than 5,000 global exhibitors, including over 1,900 raw material suppliers and more than 3,800 mechanical exhibits. It focused on four core directions: green low-carbon, high-barrier safety, sustainable packaging, and digital intelligent manufacturing, solidifying its position as a "weather vane" for global packaging and new material innovation.
I. High Barrier Packaging Takes Center Stage, PVDC Becomes the Core Solution for Pharmaceutical/Food Packaging
During the exhibition, the TECH TALK session grandly released more than 40 debut technologies. In the "Innovative Packaging Solutions" and "Pharmaceutical Packaging" forums,high barrier, steam resistance, and sustainability emerged as high-frequency keywords.
Sokolan launched its Diofan® PVDC green and sustainable ultra-high barrier pharmaceutical blister packaging innovation solution on site. Boasting extreme oxygen and water vapor barrier properties, a low carbon footprint, and compliance with global pharmacopoeia regulations, it has become a benchmark technical direction in the pharmaceutical packaging field-affirming that PVDC remains the "gold standard" for high-end high-barrier packaging.
II. Core Value of PVDC Film: Aligning with Three Major Trends of the Exhibition
Extreme Barrier to Protect Product Shelf Life PVDC film offers dual ultra-high barrier properties against oxygen, water vapor, odors, and off-odors, outperforming conventional materials such as PET, PE, and PA. It is perfectly suited for scenarios with strict moisture and oxidation resistance requirements, including pharmaceutical blisters, freeze-dried preparations, high-fat foods, long-shelf-life meat products, and cheese.
Green and Sustainable, Adapting to Dual Carbon and Recycling Trends The exhibition highlighted carbon reduction, recycling, and fluorine-free compliance. The new generation of PVDC coating/composite structures can be thinned to reduce material consumption, improve packaging recyclability, and meet global environmental regulations-aligning closely with CHINAPLAS' theme of "green production and chemical recycling".
Safe and Compliant, Adapting to High Standards of Pharmaceuticals and Food PVDC Film features excellent chemical stability, acid and alkali resistance, and chemical solvent resistance. It meets pharmacopoeia standards and food contact safety regulations, making it the preferred barrier material for pharmaceutical PTP blisters and high-barrier flexible packaging-aligning perfectly with the exhibition's "Medical Plastics Forum" and "Safe Packaging" themes.
III. BarrierPack: Empowering Global High Barrier Packaging Upgrade with PVDC Film
As a supplier specializing in high-barrier film solutions, BarrierPack closely aligns with the industry trends of CHINAPLAS 2026 and provides customized PVDC Film for the pharmaceutical, food, daily chemical, and other industries:
High barrier PVDC hard sheets/coated films for PTP pharmaceutical blister packaging
Bidirectional barrier PVDC films for food flexible packaging and high-temperature retort pouches
High transparency and high aroma retention PVDC films for high-end dairy products and leisure foods
Support thinning, lightweight, and recyclable design to help customers reduce carbon footprint and improve product competitiveness
IV. Seize the Industry Opportunity and Lock in New Opportunities for High Barrier Packaging
CHINAPLAS 2026 has clearly demonstrated that high barrier, safety, and sustainability are irreversible mainstream directions in the packaging industry. With its irreplaceable comprehensive barrier performance, PVDC remains in strong demand across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, long-shelf-life food, and high-end daily chemicals.
Backed by a stable supply chain and mature coating and composite technologies, BarrierPack provides global customers with high-performance, cost-effective, compliant, and reliable PVDC Film products-helping your packaging achieve comprehensive leadership in freshness preservation, protection, and brand value.
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