WELCOME TO WESTERN AFRICA
Welcome to Western Africa's No.1 International Trade Fair for Specialty Chemicals Industry in Western Africa
Discover new technologies, market trends at the region's largest gathering of manufacturers, distributors and other stakeholders from Western Africa, Africa and globally
AFRICHEM EXPO NIGERIA & WESTERN AFRICA EDITION
DATE:
MAY 4-6, 2027
LOCATION:
LANDMARK CENTRE, LAGOS, NIGERIA
TIMINGS:
09.00-18.00 HOURS
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Discover a World of Innovation & New Technologies Driving the Specialty Chemicals Industry in Western Africa
Africa Specialty Chemicals Expo (AFRICHEM Expo) – Nigeria & Western Africa Edition is the premier regional trade exhibition connecting international and African specialty chemical manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and technology providers with the diverse and rapidly expanding industrial markets of Nigeria and Western Africa.
The Expo showcases specialty chemicals, raw materials, ingredients, additives, formulations, processing technologies, laboratory solutions and industrial chemical technologies serving key industries including paints & coatings, adhesives, home & personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, agriculture and agrochemicals, plastics & rubber, construction, textiles, water treatment, mining, oil & gas, energy and general manufacturing.
Hosted in Lagos, Nigeria, the Expo provides a strategic gateway to one of Africa’s largest industrial and consumer markets while connecting exhibitors and buyers with opportunities across the wider ECOWAS and Western African region - including Ghana, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Senegal and surrounding countries.
It brings together chemical manufacturers, formulators, industrial users, procurement professionals, distributors, technical experts, investors and business leaders seeking new products, technologies, suppliers, partnerships and market opportunities.
AFRICHEM Expo Nigeria & Western Africa edition is made up of the following constituent events, providing a strong base for sponsors, exhibitors and attendees:
- Africa Coatings Expo Nigeria & Western Africa
- Africa PharmaTech Expo Nigeria & Western Africa
- Africa Home & Personal Care Manufacturing Expo Nigeria & Western Africa
Through the exhibition, technical sessions, product demonstrations, business networking and industry conferences, AFRICHEM Expo Nigeria & Western Africa provides a meeting point for the companies and the investors, managers and professionals shaping the future of chemical manufacturing and utilisation in Africa.
PRIMARY INDUSTRY SECTORS AT THE EXPO
AFRICHEM Expo events and conferences are attended by investors, managers and professionals across the following industry sectors, from Africa and globally:
Detergents, Cosmetics & Personal Care
Paints/Coatings Sealants & Inks
Petrochemicals, Plastics, Rubber & Polymers
Energy, Mining, Oil & Gas
Building, Construction & Infrastructure
Automotive & Metallurgy
Food, Beverage & Milling
Pharma, Healthcare & LifeSciences
Paper, Textiles, Water & Waste
Fertilisers & Agriculture
WHAT'S ON SHOW AT THE EXPOS
AFRICHEM Expos showcase the full spectrum of chemical products, technologies and solutions that power Africa’s manufacturing, agricultural, mining, petrochemicals, construction and consumer industries.
From raw materials and specialty chemicals to advanced processing technologies and sustainability solutions, the Expos provide a comprehensive platform for innovation, sourcing and collaboration.
Specialty & Performance Chemicals
Advanced formulations designed to enhance product performance and efficiency across industries, including:
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Additives, enzymes and functional ingredients
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Pigments, dyes and colorants
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Catalysts and stabilizers
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Surfactants and emulsifiers
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Coatings and performance materials
Industrial & Commodity Chemicals
The products that form the backbone of industries such as plastics, textiles, construction materials, and consumer goods, including:
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Basic and intermediate chemicals
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Solvents and acids
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Petrochemicals and derivatives
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Industrial gases
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Alkalis and inorganic chemicals
Agrochemicals & Agricultural Inputs
The solutions that help farmers and agribusinesses boost productivity and sustainability, including:
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Fertilizers and soil conditioners
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Crop protection products and bio-pesticides
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Plant growth regulators
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Agricultural formulations and nutrients
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Precision agriculture inputs
Chemical Processing & Manufacturing Technologies
The technologies that power chemical production and formulation, including:
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Chemical reactors and processing systems
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Mixing, blending and dispersion equipment
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Pumps, valves and filtration systems
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Industrial automation and process control
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Chemical storage and handling systems
Laboratory, Testing & Quality Control Solutions
The solutions that support innovation, product development and regulatory compliance, including:
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Analytical instruments and laboratory equipment
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Testing and measurement technologies
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Quality control and inspection systems
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R&D and formulation technologies
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Calibration and certification services
Chemical Packaging, Storage & Logistics
The solutions that improve efficiency and performance across chemical supply chains, including:
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Industrial packaging solutions
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Chemical containers and drums
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Bulk storage systems and tanks
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Hazardous materials handling equipment
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Supply chain and logistics services
Energy, Environmental, Safety, Sustainability & Digital Solutions
The innovations that help companies operate responsibly while meeting global sustainability standards, including:
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Water treatment and environmental chemicals
- Renewable energy technologies and systems
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Waste management and recycling solutions
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Green chemistry and bio-based materials
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Emissions control and environmental monitoring systems
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Regulatory compliance and certification services
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Industrial consulting and engineering services
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Digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 solutions
Occupational Safety & Health Products & Services
The solutions that improve personal safety and compliance, including:
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Fire safety and emergency response solutions
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Industrial safety technologies
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Occupational health and environmental monitoring solutions
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Safety training and certification services
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Compliance and risk management solutions
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Workplace wellness and ergonomic solutions
AFRICHEM Expos bring together the entire chemical value chain, offering one-stop marketplaces for sourcing new technologies and products, discovering innovations and building partnerships across Africa’s rapidly growing chemicals sector.
ATTENDEE PROFILE AT THE EXPO & SUMMIT

AFRICHEM Expo events attract decision-makers and technical professionals from chemical manufacturing and the industries that use specialty chemicals, including CEOs and business owners, procurement and supply-chain executives, R&D and formulation teams, plant and production managers, technical and engineering professionals, quality and regulatory managers, distributors and traders, investors, consultants, government agencies and industry associations, including:
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Coatings, Paints, Inks & Adhesives
Raw materials, resins, pigments, additives, solvents, binders, performance chemicals and surface-treatment technologies. -
Home & Personal Care & Cosmetics
Surfactants, emollients, preservatives, fragrances, active ingredients, functional additives and formulation technologies. -
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
Excipients, active ingredients, processing aids, laboratory chemicals, formulation technologies and pharmaceutical manufacturing solutions. -
Food & Beverage
Food ingredients, functional additives, processing aids, stabilisers, emulsifiers, enzymes and other formulation technologies. -
Agriculture & Agrochemicals
Fertilisers, crop-protection ingredients, bio-based inputs, formulation technologies, soil and plant-care solutions. -
Plastics, Rubber & Polymers
Polymer additives, masterbatches, plasticisers, stabilisers, processing aids, specialty polymers and performance materials. -
Construction & Infrastructure
Construction chemicals, admixtures, sealants, waterproofing products, insulation materials, adhesives and performance coatings. -
Mining, Energy, Oil & Gas
Process chemicals, flotation reagents, corrosion inhibitors, specialty fluids, treatment chemicals and industrial chemical solutions. -
Water, Waste & Environmental Technologies
Water-treatment chemicals, filtration technologies, wastewater solutions, environmental monitoring and sustainable chemical technologies. -
Textiles, Leather, Paper & Packaging
Dyes, auxiliaries, finishing chemicals, adhesives, coatings, treatment chemicals and specialty materials.

CALL TO SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
SIGN UP TODAY TO TAKE YOUR SLOT AT THE EXPO
AFRICHEM Expo Nigeria & Western Africa edition opens new market growth opportunities into the fast-growing economies of Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Cameroon and sorrounding countries.
And because the expo is co-located with AFMASS Trade Expo — which covers the food & beverage, logistics, agricluture and hospitality— sponsors and exhibitors also get to showcase their technologies, products and services to adjacent industry stakeholders across the manufacturing, retail, hospitality and related industries.
THE LOCATION
The next Edition of the AFRICHEM Expo Nigeria & Western Africa edition will be hosted in Lagos, Nigeria
VENUE: Landmark Centre, Lagos, Nigeria
SHOW TIMINGS
DAY 1: TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2027 | 09.00-18.00 HOURS
DAY 2: WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 2027 | 09.00-18.00 HOURS
DAY 3: THURSDAY, MAY 6, 2027 | 09.00-18.00 HOURS

POWERED BY
AFRICHEM Expo events are organised by the publishers of the most influential magazines and websites for the food, beverage and milling, agriculture, packaging, dairy, animal feed and hospitality industries in Africa and the Middle East, including . . .
ABOUT US
We organise and host impactful business exhibitions, webinars, seminars, summits, awards ceremonies & conferences with a focus on Africa & the Middle East.
We also publish leading trade magazines and websites that inform key decision makers across the food, beverage & milling; healthcare & pharmaceuticals; home & personal care; chemicals, logistics, hospitality and agriculture industries in Africa, Middle East and across the World.
We also provide media production and digital services to businesses in Africa and the Middle East.
We believe that when people come together, networks grow, and businesses thrive.
Visit the corporate website HERE
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CONTACT US
FW Brands MEA
Tel / WhatsApp: (+254) 725 34 39 32
Email: info(at)fwbrandsmea.com



