The Bonded Area of Shanghai FTZ consists of Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, Waigaoqiao Free Trade Logistics Park, Yangshan Free Trade Port Area and Pudong Airport Free Trade Zone. Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, founded in 1990, is the first bonded area in China under the supervision of Shanghai Customs; Waigaoqiao Free Trade Logistics Park, established in 2004, is also the first bonded logistics park in China; Yangshan Free Trade Port Area, opened in 2005, is the first bonded port area in China; Pudong Airport Free Trade Zone, set up in 2009, integrates bonded logistics and cargo shipping. So far, 27 innovative policies that were tested in the FTZ bonded area have been introduced nationwide or in selected regions. Soon, 28 more policies covering investment, trade, finance, market opening and supervision will be popularized across the country. Six innovative practices for the customs and quarantine departments will also be copied nationwide.

Lujiazui Financial Area consists of Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone and Qiantan Area. It is the core of Shanghai International Financial Center, Shanghai International Shipping Center and Shanghai International Trade Center. Work is under way to establish a financial system that follow international rules and practices, attract the headquarters of multinationals with fine services, and carry out reforms to facilitate foreign investment, cross-border trade, international financing and market supervision, and create a good legal environment for businesses. Qiantan Area, which used to be the site of Expo 2010, is a key area for a new round of development in Shanghai and is positioned as a hub of corporate headquarters, maritime financial services, cultural enterprises, sports and tourism facilities, and high-end services.

Established in 1990, Jinqiao Export Processing Zone has become a showcase of advanced manufacturing, production services, emerging industries, and eco-friendly environment. The zone is focusing on administrative and financial reforms, creating good business environment to facilitate trade, and fostering strategic growth industries for sustainable growth and international competition.

Zhangjiang High Tech Park is a base for innovations as Shanghai implements the national strategy for sustainable growth. It combines the development of Shanghai FTZ and the Zhangjiang National Innovation Demonstration Area with a focus on enhancing its innovative capabilities and providing a service platform for research, financing, talent recruitment and resources sharing.