Michael Chang was the defending champion but lost in the second round to Martin Damm.
Greg Rusedski won in the final 7–6(7–5), 6–4 against Damm.
Seeds
Michael Chang (second round) Todd Woodbridge (first round) Hendrik Dreekmann (quarterfinals) Byron Black (semifinals) Sjeng Schalken (quarterfinals) Patrick Rafter (first round) Vince Spadea (second round) Kenneth Carlsen (first round)
Draw
Finals
Top half
Bottom half
References
External links 1996 Salem Open Beijing draw