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Record Number of Exhibitors To Showcase Innovations at PLMA Show

Private Label Trade Show, Nov. 17-19 in Chicago, reports an upswing in beauty, household care, self-care and wellness exhibitors.

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By: Lianna Albrizio

Associate Editor

In response to soaring demand for global foods and flavors, PLMA has announced that more than 800 international suppliers and a record 50-plus country pavilions will be featured at “The Store Brands Phenomenon 2024 – Empowering the Retail Industry” Private Label Trade Show, Nov. 17-19 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago.

Authentic international foods and nonfoods from more than 60 countries will be showcased in the North, South and Sky Halls at the convention center. The globally diverse product assortment includes authentic flavors, personal care items, household products and unique ingredients from their origin country.

The exhibit floor will include a record 50-plus country and regional pavilions from North and South America, Europe and Asia to help buyers to source new and innovative products for today’s global consumer.

In addition, there will be expanded pavilions from Australia, Canada, Chile, France, Greece, Guatemala, Italy, Peru, Spain, Ukraine and many other countries and regions.

Increase in Beauty, Homecare & Wellness

Among the trends attendees will see this year at booths from international suppliers are personal beauty products, including creams, toners and serums, according to PLMA.

With a 25% increase in nonfood international booths this year, it’s one of the fastest-growing segments of the show. Nonfood categories include beauty; household cleansers and detergents; paper and plastics; self-care; and wellness.

Organizers say the remarkable growth of suppliers from outside the US comes at a time when consumers across generations continue to explore international food and drinks.

“People have been increasingly enjoying international food for several reasons, including cultural exploration, globalization awareness, social media influence, health consciousness and more,” said Enriketa Beluli, manager of global pavilions at PLMA.

International suppliers will join nearly 1,800 exhibitors and more than 3,000 booths at the Show, which has consistently received a prestigious Gold 100 ranking as a top US trade show.

Along with international products, exhibitors will showcase the latest innovations in American-made/US-manufactured ingredients, sustainable packaging, self-care, personal beauty, household goods and much more.

Go here to register.

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