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Global Food Regulation Highlights | August 2024 Sep 05, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in August 2024: 1). China Fully Unlocks the Import of Frozen Fruits from All Countries 2). South Korea Consults on Enforcement Rule of Food Labeling Act 3). Japan Finalizes the Standards for Supplement Tablets and Capsules Containing Natural Ingredients 4). Vietnam to Amend Food Safety Law 2010, Requiring All Food Products to Register Product Declarations 5). Australia and New Zealand to Amend Food Standards Code, Involving Added Sugar Claims and Novel Food

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | July 2024 Aug 06, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in July 2024: 1). Thailand Amends the Regulation for the Labeling of Prepackaged Food 2). Japan MHLW Proposes the Standards for Supplement Tablets and Capsules Containing Natural Ingredients 3). EU Updates Regulations on Contaminant Limits in Foods, Introducing Maximum Nickel Levels 4). U.S. Bans the Use of Brominated Vegetable Oil in Food 5). New Zealand to Repeal the Therapeutic Products Act, Affecting Dietary Supplements

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | June 2024 Jul 04, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in June 2024: 1) China Consults on GB 7718 General Standard for the Labeling of Prepackaged Foods, Along With Other 13 GB Food Standards 2) China Unveils the Draft of Food Labeling Supervision Administrative Measures 3) South Korea Revises the Regulation of False Labeling or Advertising Contents of Food 4) India Releases Drafts on Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 5) Vietnam to Establish Decree for Halal Products and Services

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | May 2024 Jun 05, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in May 2024: 1). Taiwan Implements Updated Regulations for Application of Health Food Permit 2). South Korea Updates Food Code, Involving Product Standards and Residual Limits 3). Japan Proposes to Update the Positive List of Food Contact Materials 4). Singapore Approves the Draft Food (Amendment) Regulations 2024 5). Indonesia Postpones Mandatory Halal Certification for F&B Products from MSEs 6). EU Amends the Breakfast Directive, Impacting Honey, Fruit Juice, Jam and Dairy Products 7). New Zealand Announces Repeal of the Therapeutic Products Act, Affecting Dietary Supplements

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | April 2024 Apr 30, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in April 2024: 1). South Korea Updates Food Code, Involving Food Raw Material Lists, MRLs and Inspection 2). Indonesia to Update the list of Permitted Nutrients in Health Supplements with Restrictions 3). Malaysia to Amend Milk and Milk Products Regulations of Food Regulations 1985 4). EU Issued Eight Amendments to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470, the Union List of Novel Foods

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | March 2024 Apr 02, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in March 2024: 1) China Introduces 53 New GB Standards, with Food Additives (GB 2760), Food Contact Materials (GB 4806.15) and Dairy Products (GB 19644) Involved 2) Singapore Proposes Regulations in Defined Food and Pre-market Approval 3) Thailand Issued the Draft of MOPH Notification regarding Solvents Used in Extraction for Food Production 4) EU to Increase Quality Control Over Plastic Food Contact Materials 5) FDA Issues Final Guidance on New Dietary Ingredient Notification Procedures and Timeframes

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | February 2024 Mar 05, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in February 2024: New Mandatory Allergen Labelling Requirements in Australia and New Zealand; Taiwan Revises Regulations on Nutrition Claim for Prepackaged Food Products; Macau Unveils the Food Additives Usage Standard in Food; Japan Amends Food Labeling Standard and Updates Standards for Food Additives; Indonesia BPJPH Urges Business Actors to Immediately Obtain Halal Certification; Vietnam Launches an Online System for Registering, Reporting and Declaring EPR Information; EU to Ban the Use of Bisphenol A in Food Contact Materials; FDA Announces PFAS Used in Grease-Proofing Agents for Food Packaging No Longer Being Sold in the U.S.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | January 2024 Feb 06, 2024
Top food regulatory updates in January 2024: Thailand unveils three notifications related to the nutrition labeling of prepackaged food (Effective on July 2, 2024); China consults on four national food safety standards, including GB standards for the labeling of prepackaged food, FSMP and complementary baby food; South Korea revises "Health Functional Food Act", introducing the new food category of Custom Health Functional Food (Effective on January 3, 2025); Taiwan revises act governing food safety and sanitation, representing tougher stance on food advertising violations (Effective on January 31, 2024); Japan proposes amendments to regulations for dairy products, establishing new product standards for certain dairy products that can be stored at room temperature

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | December 2023 Jan 05, 2024
In December of 2023, China consulted on 21 GB food standards. South Korea updated the Health Functional Food Code. Japan revised RMLs for eight pesticides and veterinary drugs. Indonesia consulted on the food packaging regulation. EU reached an agreement (general approach) on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) proposal. UK updated requirements for importers, retailers and wholesalers selling and labelling wine. US released food additive permitted in feed and drinking water of animals. Canada modified the List of Permitted Colouring Agents. Australia and New Zealand consulted on a novel food ingredient.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | November 2023 Dec 05, 2023
In November of 2023, China consulted on amended GB 29938 General Rules for Food Flavorings for public feedback. South Korea updated Food Code. Japan unveiled two drafts of tablets and capsules food products. Indonesia notified WTO six drafts on halal certification regulations. India released rectifiable labeling information for imported food. EU adopted revamped rules to reduce, reuse and recycle packaging. UK proposed MRLs for pencycuron in food. US proposed to further eliminate the use of brominated vegetable oils in food. Canada to update permitted nutrient content statements and claims. Australia and New Zealand changed the conditions for making the voluntary “No Added Sugar” claims.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | October 2023 Nov 03, 2023
In October of 2023, China consulted on 24 GB food standards. South Korea introduced new food additives. Japan released key updates to positive list for food utensils, containers, and packaging. Vietnam proposed to revise the mandatory EPR requirements. India banned four highly hazardous pesticides. EU updates regulations for three novel foods. UK updated consumer advice on CBD food products. US updated compliance program for infant formula. Canada permitted the use of a new food enzyme. Australia and New Zealand amended the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | September 2023 Oct 01, 2023
In September of 2023, China unveiled 85 new food GB standards. South Korea began to implement digital inspection on imported foods. Japan proposed to amend the MRLs for nine pesticides and veterinary drugs in food. Indonesia updated the List of Prohibited Raw Materials in Processed Food and Prohibited Ingredients as Food Additives. India initiated prosecution against FBOs found violating food safety laws. EU Expands the List of Composite Products Exempted from Official Controls at Border Control Posts. UK notified WHO about “The Wine (Amendment) Regulations 2024”. US released the Commodity Specification For Frozen Vegetables. Canada enables the use of new food enzyme. Australia and New Zealand announced to approve three new food applications.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | August 2023 Sep 04, 2023
In August of 2023, China’s registration channel of health food products reopened with a series of key regulations published. South Korea introduced meat alternative and FSMP standards in Food Code. Japan proposed to revise the approval matters for powdered infant formula. Thailand proposed to revise the labeling requirements for prepackaged food. India issued the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) First Amendment Regulations, 2023. EU added a new authorized substance for the manufacturing of plastic FCMs. UK proposed legislative reforms on nutrition and health claims. US proposed to restrict the use of partially hydrogenated oils in foods. Canada authorized the use of a new food enzyme. Australia and New Zealand Call for Public Submissions on Proposed Changes to MRLs for Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals in Food.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | July 2023 Aug 03, 2023
In July of 2023, China unveiled the updated Administrative Measures for Registration of Infant and Young Children Milk Powder Formula Recipes. South Korea to further crack down on food raw materials and ingredients that cannot be imported. Japan implemented new requirements for two designated food additives. Malaysia revised guidance document affecting health supplement registration. India consulted on five food testing methods. EU amended regulation on authorized plastic FCMs and use requirements thereof. UK opened the consultation on the draft Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations 2024. U.S issued standards for vegetable oils. Canada proposed amendment to the List of Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for Veterinary Drugs in Foods. New Zealand passed the Therapeutic Products Bill.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | June 2023 Jul 04, 2023
In June of 2023, China proposed Yerba Mate as a novel food raw material. South Korea amended Food Additive Code. Japan intended to formulate a list of food additives to be eliminated. Indonesia unveiled new regulation on food category and food raw materials. India proposed to promote organic products. EU amended the use of four food additives. UK launched a new application submission system for products subject to premarket authorization. USDA revised commodity specification for canned fruit. Canada modified the List of Permitted Food Enzymes. Australia and New Zealand consulted on the use of four HiMO ingredients as nutritive substances in infant formula.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | May 2023 Jun 02, 2023
In May of 2023, China published the updated catalogue of new food raw materials, food additives, food contact materials and their applicable standards. South Korea consulted on COO labeling requirements for imported foods. Japan expanded food labeling scope for food for special dietary uses. Malaysia proposed to revise Food Regulations 1985. India announced to conduct PAN-India milk & milk products surveillance 2023. EU improved the regulation on food contaminant levels. UK published updated guidance for companies submitting EPR packaging data. US solicited comments for repealing titanium dioxide as a color additive in food. Canada updated guidance on Front-of-Package (FOP) nutrition labeling. Australia and New Zealand accepted the application of first whole GM fruit.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | April 2023 May 05, 2023
In April of 2023, China proposed new version of GB 4806.1-2016 General Safety Requirements for Food Contact Materials and Articles. South Korea updated the Food Code. Japan proposed to amend the Specification and Standards for Food, Food additives. Singapore released Food (Amendment) Regulations 2023. India acted against food business operators involved in false or misleading advertisement and claims. EU proposed revisions to existing marketing standards for several agri-food products. UK intended to introduce a new mechanism for food imports. US solicited public comments for food labeling requirements. Canada modified the List of Permitted Supplemental Ingredients. Australia and New Zealand proposed to update regulatory requirements for infant formula.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | March 2023 Apr 07, 2023
In March of 2023, China proposed national food safety standard legislation plan for 2023. South Korea proposed to amend Regulation on Inspection of Imported Food. Japan updated the positive list of food contact materials. Singapore announced the introduction of a new set of pre-import control measures for infant cereal products. India checked the quality and safety of the nutraceuticals and health supplement products. EU proposed a directive on green claims. UK consulted on the application of precautionary allergen labeling (PAL). U.S. released a national strategy for safe & nutritious infant formula supply. Canada modified the List of Permitted Food Enzymes. Australia and New Zealand proposed to permit the use of a new food additive.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | February 2023 Mar 03, 2023
In February of 2023, China unveiled 38 national food safety standard drafts. South Korea implemented the Food Additive Code and relaxed restrictions on meat alternatives additives. Japan revised the maximum residue limits for seven pesticides. Indonesia unveiled the List of Permitted Probiotic Microorganisms in Processed Food. India issued the revised guidelines for submission of applications for endorsement of vegan logo. EU proposed restricted uses of PFAS in applications including food contact materials. UK proposed the maximum residue levels for thiram and mefentrifluconazole in certain foods. US FDA released the draft guidance for plant-based milk alternatives. Canada updated the List of Permitted Food Additives. FSANZ consulted on three new food additives.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | January 2023 Feb 03, 2023
In January of 2023, China consulted on the Standard for the Use of Nutritional Fortification Substances in Foods. South Korea consulted on the Food Additive Code. Japan revised the Enforcement Regulation of the Food Sanitation Act. Philippines proposed to revise regulations on food additives and processing aids. India amended the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives). EU revised the regulation on MRLs for pesticides in or on food and feed of plant and animal origin. US amended the color additive regulations. Canada proposed MRLs for five pesticides in multiple food categories. FSANZ consulted on the energy labelling on alcoholic beverages.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | December 2022 Jan 04, 2023
In December of 2022, China consulted on the Labeling of Prepackaged Foods for Special Dietary Uses. South Korea amended Food Labeling Standard. Japan revised the Drug/Non-drug List for Food Ingredients. Indonesia regulated the registration and import requirements for three food additives. India amended the Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims). EU established a harmonized European Union Single Window Environment for Customs. U.S. amended the standard for yogurt. Canada proposed MRLs for Ipflufenoquin in two food categories. Australia and New Zealand permitted new substances used in food.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | November 2022 Dec 02, 2022
In November of 2022, China consulted on the Labeling Guideline of Foods for Special Medical Purposes. South Korea revised the Recommended Daily Nutrient Intake Value. Japan proposed to amend Import Plant Quarantine Requirements. Singapore revised the import requirements for specific ready-to-eat food. India issued the draft of the Food Safety and Standards (Genetically Modified Foods) Regulations. EU proposed a revision on Packaging and Waste Directive. The U.S. FDA amended the Color Additive Regulations. Canada amended the Table of Reference Amounts for Food. Australia and New Zealand permitted the use of Alpha-Amylase from the GM Bacillus Licheniformis as processing aid.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | October 2022 Nov 02, 2022
In October of 2022, China proposed to add Ginseng, American Ginseng, and Lingzhi to Health Food Raw Material Directory. South Korea published the modifications in Food Code. Japan revised the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Food Sanitation Act. Indonesia drafted new regulation for processed food registration. Thailand unveiled the exposure drafts of five food regulations. Singapore updated the List of New Farms and Establishments Approved to Export to Singapore. Philippines proposed to revise Guidelines on the Unified Licensing Requirements and Procedures. India mandated the rules for foreign food manufacturing facilities of five food categories to register with FSSAI. EU amended regulation as regards maximum levels of dioxins and dioxin-like PCBs in certain foodstuffs. The U.S. announced to remove the dual labeling requirements for certain packages of meat and poultry products. Canada seeks approval for the use of alpha-cyclodextrin. Australia and New Zealand consulted on the use of alpha-amylase.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | September 2022 Oct 01, 2022
In September of 2022, China released 18 GB standard drafts on food additives, including GB 2760. South Korea revised Health Functional Food Code. Japan released new requirements for imported organic agricultural products and organic livestock products. Indonesia proposed to amend the quality requirements for health supplements. EU promulgated its new regulation on food contact recycled plastics/recycled plastic FCMs. America revised the irradiation phytosanitary treatment of imported fruits and vegetables. Canada enabled the use of Pectin Lyase from Trichoderma reesei RF6199 in various foods. Australia revised the product standard for beverage.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | August 2022 Sep 02, 2022
In August of 2022, China opened 13 new food additives for public comments, involving infant formula. South Korea revised Food Additive Code. Japan proposed to revise health food labeling regulations. Thailand clarified the compliance of GM food and its labeling requirements. EU set the MRL of Ethylene Oxide for food additives. US removes dual labeling requirement for certain meat and poultry packaging. Canada regulated the maximum level for total arsenic in several foods. Australia and New Zealand permitted the use of Serine Endopeptidase Enzyme from GM Trichoderma Reesei.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | July 2022 [Report] Aug 02, 2022
To help food business stakeholders to navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape in the global food industry, ChemLinked presented Global Food Regulation Highlights, a monthly report which delivers major and general regulation dynamics all around the world.

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Global Food Regulation Highlights | June 2022 [Report] Jul 04, 2022
To help food business stakeholders to navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape in the global food industry, ChemLinked presented Global Food Regulation Highlights, a monthly report which delivers major and general regulation dynamics all around the world.

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Overview of Regulatory Updates in EU | May 2022 Jun 06, 2022
The recap of key EU regulatory updates consists of the following parts: legal acts from the official journal of the European Union and the notification of WTO notification; consultation progress on novel food; scientific opinions from EFSA, and open consultations released by EFSA.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | May 2022 Jun 02, 2022
In May of 2022, China permitted 36 new food raw materials, additives and food-related products. South Korea consulted on Food Code. Japan strengthened quarantine of import and export of harmful animals and plants. Vietnam proposed to revise the Inspection and Quarantine Law on Terrestrial Animals and Animal Products. Singapore clarified the labeling requirements for prepacked herbs. Malaysia repealed the Approved Permit for four agro-food commodities. India to amend labeling requirements for alcoholic beverages. Philippines adjusted the validity of import clearances for meat products to 60 days.

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Overview of Regulatory Updates in EU | April 2022 May 07, 2022
In April 2022, quite a few regulatory updates happened in EU, including 5 regulations related to the authorization of substances, 5 concerning the amendment to maximum residue levels, specification and condition of the use of substances, 2 r related to epidemiological situation, 2 regarding monitoring plan and 1 related to geographical indications. These regulations shall enter into force on the twentieth day following its publication date in the Official Journal of the European Union, unless otherwise specified.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | April 2022 Apr 28, 2022
In April of 2022, China proposed three new food additives, including 2'FL for infant formula. South Korea proposed to revise Food Additive Code. Japan revised the labeling requirements for food for special dietary uses. India clarified the sampling of imported high priced alcoholic beverages. Philippines proposed to amend regulations on the licensing of food establishments and processed food registration.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | March 2022 Apr 02, 2022
In March of 2022, China approved 32 new varieties of food ingredients and food-related products. South Korea revised the Enforcement Rule of Imported Food Act. Japan revised the MRLs of 6 pesticides in 36 kinds of food. Indonesia unveiled new Halal label logo. Singapore updated Regulatory Guidance for Health Supplements. India operationalized FSS (Nutra) Regulations 2022.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | February 2022 Mar 02, 2022
In February of 2022, China updated Cross-Border E-Commerce Positive List. South Korea proposed to update the Food Labeling Standard. Japan revised maximum residue limits for nine pesticides and veterinary drugs. Indonesia proposed to amend the maximum limit of heavy metal contaminants in processed food. Vietnam temporarily blocked fruit trucks headed for China border. India extended validity of the NOC for the alcoholic beverages bottled in origin & in bulk.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | January 2022 Jan 28, 2022
In January, China consulted on Health Function Catalogue for Health Food (2022) and other supporting documents. South Korea launched a new pesticide MRLs information platform. Japan publicly solicited opinions on the evaluation of five substances. Indonesia sought comments on the labeling of health supplements. India proposed to amend regulations regarding various food products. Singapore updated the MRLs of veterinary drugs in food.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | December 2021 Jan 05, 2022
In December, China clarified implementation matters of decree 248 & 249. South Korea consulted on Food Labeling Standard. Japan proposed to revise the residue limits of 16 pesticides and veterinary drugs in food. Indonesia consulted on the Criteria and Procedure for Registration of Health Supplements. Thailand released the standard for dried mushroom. India proposed to amend advertising and claims requirements for food.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | November 2021 Dec 02, 2021
In November 2021, GACC launched the Import Food Enterprises Registration Platform with Chinese/English versions. South Korea revised the “Enforcement Decree” and “Enforcement Rule of Food Labeling Act”. Japan revised the “Directory Distinguishing Food and Drug Ingredients”. Indonesia consulted on the supervision of imported food. India drafted the standard for genetically modified and genetically engineered foods.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | October 2021 Nov 05, 2021
In October 2021, China consults on 34 national food safety standards, including 10 for food- related products. South Korea consults on the regulation on declaration and inspections of imported livestock products. Thailand shortened the evaluation period of food safety documents. India solicited public comments on “General Guidelines on Sampling for Microbiological Analysis”.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | September 2021 Sep 30, 2021
In September 2021, China unveiled "GB 23350-2021 Requirements of Restricting Excessive Package—Foods and Cosmetics" to strengthen control over excessive package for foods and cosmetics. South Korea revised requirements for food packaging materials. Japan revised the “Food Labeling Standards”. India revised regulations regarding food for infant nutrition. Singapore released “The Food (Amendment) Regulations 2021”.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | August 2021 Sep 06, 2021
In August 2021, China consulted on four new GB standards regarding pesticides residue limits and food additives. South Korea released two drafts of “Food Code”. Japan updated “Food Composition Standard Tables”. Indonesia issued the regulation concerning the implementation of the safety and quality assurance system for processed food in distribution facilities. Malaysia proposed to amend regulations regarding food allergen and pesticide residue limits.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | July 2021 Aug 05, 2021
In July 2021, China approved 28 new varieties of food additives and food-related products. South Korea amended the “Food Additive Code”. Japan revised regulations related to the dairy food contact materials. Thailand proposed to strengthen control over the import of salt. India decided to suspend applications related to GM foods.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | June 2021 Jul 09, 2021
In June 2021, China proposed to strengthen the quality and safety supervision of solid beverage. South Korea revised the “Regulations on the Inspection of Imported Health Functional Food”. Japan revised the “Advance Confirmation Agreement for Imported Food”. Indonesia published guidelines for assessing health supplement products containing probiotic. India re-extended the approval to the import of foods for inborn metabolism condition errors.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | May 2021 Jun 11, 2021
In May 2021, China fined Abbott for the violation of adding vanillin in stage 1 infant formula. South Korea consulted on the regulation on the inspection of imported food and imported health functional food. Japan approved new countries/regions for meat import. Singapore proposed to approve the use of 2’-FL in infant formula. Thailand released National Standard for Solid Herbal Tea. Malaysia revised the MRL of propiconazole in food.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | April 2021 May 13, 2021
In April 2021, China released new Measures for the Safety Administration of Imported and Exported Foods and Administrative Provisions on Registration of Overseas Manufacturers of Imported Foods. South Korea consults on two drafts of Health Functional Food Code. Japan proposes to approve new countries/regions for meat import.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | March 2021 Apr 12, 2021
In March 2021, China unveiled the new GB standards for infant formula milk powder and released the exposure draft of GB 2760. South Korea updated Food Additive Code and revised Health Functional Food Code. Japan CAA revised the Labeling Requirements for Food for Special Dietary Uses.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | February 2021 Mar 12, 2021
In February of 2021, China approved new varieties of food additives and food related products; South Korea revised the food labeling standards; Japan revised regulations regarding pesticides and veterinary drug regulation; India revised limits of trans fatty acid in food products; Thailand published standards for edible oil & fat and fish oil; Indonesia published regulations on processed food and alcoholic beverages.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | January 2021 Feb 09, 2021
In January, 2021, China issued test methods of food products and consulted on the standard of lactoferrin; Taiwan allowed to use rosemary extract as antioxidant in dietary supplement; South Korea updates the packaging materials recyclability grade evaluation standard; Japan revised the Standards and Criteria for Food and Food Additive; India clarified tolerance limit for insecticides, etc.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | December 2020 Jan 18, 2021
In December, China updated raw material directory and function claims for health food filing; Taiwan revised the Health Food Safety Evaluation Method; South Korea updated Food Additive Code and drafted Health Functional Food Code; Japan revised the Standards and Criteria for Food and Food Additives and updated Food Composition Standard Tables; India published Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | November 2020 Dec 04, 2020
In November, Chinese food regulation changes mainly involved health food registration and new approval on food/feed/FCM additives. South Korea added categories of food for special medical purposes in Food Code. Japan revised pesticide and veterinary drug residue limits. In Southeast Asia, Indonesia published Guidelines for Baby Complementary Food, and India consulted on requirements of fortified milk powder.

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | October 2020 Nov 06, 2020
In October, China approved 45 food safey GB standards and published new guidelines on health food testing and assessment...

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | September 2020 Sep 30, 2020
In September, Taiwan revised veterinary drug residue limits, China carried out emergency prevention measures on imported frozen manufactures, South Korea revises labelling requirements of food. For other regulation changes, please see the details...

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Asia Pacific Food Regulation Dynamics | August 2020 Sep 04, 2020
In August 2020, China approved new food additive varieties and food-related products, South Korea amended MRLs of pesticide and Singapore amended Food Regulation 2020.

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