The China International Leather Exhibition (ACLE, also known as the Shanghai Leather Fair) is the country's only international-level exhibition in this sector. It has long been regarded as a must-attend event for international companies seeking to enter the vast Chinese market and remains a focal point for the global leather industry. Since its inception in 1998, the exhibition has attracted tens of thousands of visitors annually, primarily buyers from key Chinese provinces known for leather tanning, footwear manufacturing, and leather goods production.