Overview of Core Information on Mexico International Textile Industry Exhibitions
Release time:
2026-02-13
The division of labor is clear: INTERMODA focuses on finished garments, fabrics, accessories, and other end-of-supply-chain products, serving as Latin America's largest textile and apparel trade platform; EXINTEX specializes in textile machinery, sewing equipment, and digital solutions, providing the core engine for industry technological upgrades.
Overview of Core Information on Mexico International Textile Industry Exhibitions
1. Main Exhibition Names and Schedules
Mexico hosts two major international professional textile industry exhibitions, covering finished product trade and upstream manufacturing equipment respectively, forming a "dual-track parallel" pattern:
INTERMODA (Mexico International Apparel and Textile Fabric Exhibition)
- Schedule: Twice a year
- 2026 Dates:
- 1st Session: January 20 – 23, 2026 (Already held)
- 2nd Session: July 2026 (To be announced)
- Venue: Guadalajara Convention & Exhibition Center (Mexico)
- Organizer: Internacionales de la Moda, S.A. de C.V.
EXINTEX (Mexico Textile Machinery Exhibition)
- Schedule: Biennial (every two years)
- 2026 Dates: March 10 – 13, 2026
- Venue: Convenciones Puebla (Puebla International Convention Center)
- Organizer: Asociación Mexicana de la Industria Textil y de la Confección (Mexican Association of the Textile and Apparel Industry)
The division of labor is clear: INTERMODA focuses on finished garments, fabrics, accessories, and other end-of-supply-chain products, serving as Latin America's largest textile and apparel trade platform; EXINTEX specializes in textile machinery, sewing equipment, and digital solutions, providing the core engine for industry technological upgrades.
2. Product Range and Industry Coverage
3. Chinese Participation
China is the absolute main force at both exhibitions, with participating companies primarily being garment ODM manufacturers, fabric exporters, and textile machinery manufacturers.
- INTERMODA 2026: Among 760 exhibitors, Chinese exhibitors account for over 80%. A "China Pavilion" is established, highlighting eco-certifications (OEKO-TEX®, GOTS), rapid sampling (7–15 days), and flexible small-batch quick response capabilities.
- EXINTEX 2026: All 615 exhibitors are from China, covering leading enterprises from Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Guangdong, Shandong and other regions, showcasing cost-effective automation equipment to meet the upgrade needs of local Mexican factories.
Chinese products are highly favored by Latin American buyers for their price advantages, delivery response (15–30 days), and technical compatibility, dominating especially in the fast-fashion garment and mid-to-low-end machinery markets.
4. Exhibition Influence and Market Positioning
INTERMODA:
- Over 40 years of history, attracting 28,000 professional buyers in 2026, covering all major economies within the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement).
- As Latin America's only year-round textile trade hub, its January session aligns with the North American spring procurement season, and the July session connects with the post-rainy season consumption recovery in South America, creating a "dual-peak effect".
- 91% of exhibitors express willingness to participate long-term, making it a recognized "must-attend" platform in the Latin American market.
EXINTEX:
- Mexico's textile industry contributes about 2% to GDP, employing nearly 1.2 million people, 59% of whom are women.
- As the only regional exhibition covering the full chain of machinery technology, it drives Mexico's transformation from a "contract manufacturing base" to an "intelligent manufacturing center".
- Deeply linked with USMCA tariff preferences, Chinese machinery exports are the preferred choice due to low energy consumption and high compatibility, with exports to Mexico increasing by 37% year-on-year in 2025.
5. Guide for Exhibiting and Visiting
- Admission Eligibility: Limited to professional buyers, brand owners, importers, manufacturers, designers, traders. Advance online registration and submission of business license are required to obtain a free electronic pass.
- Official Platforms:
- INTERMODA: www.intermoda.com.mx
- EXINTEX: www.exintex.com.mx
- Transportation Tips:
- Guadalajara Convention Center is located in the eastern part of the city, about 15 minutes' drive from the airport, with free shuttle buses available.
- Puebla Convention Center is located in the northern part of the city, directly accessible via Metro Line 3, surrounded by a cluster of large international hotels.
