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China Customs Releases the List of Rejected Imported Food in January and February 2024
Mar 29, 2024
On March 27, 2024, General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) published two lists of non-compliant food products in January and February 2024. The lists revealed that a total of 279 batches and 251 batches of imported food were rejected in January and February respectively, involving 43 countries/regions.
Chinese Mainland
Importation
NEWS
China SAMR Announces New Labeling Guidelines for Prepackaged Foods
Mar 29, 2024
On March 26, 2024, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) of China announced several detailed guidelines, encouraging food businesses to improve the labeling of production dates and shelf lives on prepackaged food products, including food additives. The announcement is expected to facilitate greater transparency for consumers in identifying the packaging and labeling information.
Chinese Mainland
Labeling
NEWS
Singapore Proposes Regulations in Defined Food and Pre-market Approval
Mar 27, 2024
On March 15, 2024, Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued a consultation document, seeking feedback on regulations for defined food and their pre-market approval. The draft regulations aim to clarify the responsibilities of companies selling novel and genetically modified (GM) foods in Singapore, requiring them to obtain pre-approval before market launch. Any comment can be submitted before May 14, 2024 via SFA.
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Japan Bans a Designated Food Additive in Food Products
Mar 27, 2024
On March 15, 2024, Japan Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) issued an amendment to revise the food additive list. As per the amendment, 3,6-dimethyl-5,6,7,7a-tetrahydro-2(4H )-benzofuranone will be removed from the Essence List of 18 Kinds as of December 31, 2024.
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Outlook about China's Supervision Policy for Recycled Plastics in Food Contact Materials
Mar 26, 2024
As countries worldwide are grappling with severe plastic pollution, strategic goals and policy systems for plastic pollution governance have been introduced across the world, primarily focusing on reducing plastic use and increasing recycling rates.
Chinese Mainland
FCM
Food Packaging
MARKET
Unlocking Opportunities: China's Market Access Approvals for Imported Food Categories and Trading Countries in 2024
Mar 25, 2024
This article updates the newly approved food categories and the corresponding countries to keep stakeholders informed about the latest developments in the imported food industry, particularly regarding the market access approvals granted by China's Customs (GACC).
Chinese Mainland
Dairy
Meat & Meat Products
Aquatic Products
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NEWS
[Updated] Japan MHLW Revises Regulations for Dairy Products
Mar 25, 2024
On January 19, 2024, Japan Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare (MHLW) revealed an amendment for the Ministerial Ordinance Concerning Compositional Standards, Etc. for Milk and Milk Products (hereinafter the “Standards”). Stakeholders and the public have the opportunity to provide comments on the proposed changes until February 17, 2024. The revised standards are expected to come into effect in mid-March 2024.
Japan
Dairy
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[Updated] Canada Food Additives in 2024: Health Canada Authorizes the Use of Two New Food Enzymes
Mar 25, 2024
This article tracks and collects the regulatory updates on food additives in 2024, as per the latest developments. On March 22, 2024, Health Canada modified the List of Permitted Food Enzymes to authorize the use of two new food enzymes.
Food Additives
Regulation & Standard
Food Ingredients
Canada
MARKET
Potential of the Chinese Prune Juice Market Amidst Heightened Health Consciousness
Mar 22, 2024
Chinese consumers' increased focus on health has driven a growing demand for health-focused products. Prunes, rich in sorbitol, xylitol, and dietary fiber, contribute to promoting intestinal peristalsis and improving intestinal microbiota, making prune juice products highly sought after in the Chinese market.
Chinese Mainland
Beverage
Consumer
Product Innovation
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[Updated] Japan's Revised MRLs for Pesticides and Veterinary Drugs in 2024
Mar 22, 2024
On March 15, 2024, Japan MHLW issued an amendment that to revise the Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for various pesticides and veterinary drugs in certain foods. Additionally, the list of exempted substances was also modified. This amendment came into effect immediately upon its publication, but the changes in the MRLs for certain pesticides and veterinary drugs will be implemented one year after the publication date. Refer to the table below for specific details.
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China Food Additive Standard GB 2760-2024 Standard for Uses of Food Additives
GB 2760-2024 marks a significant chapter in China's regulatory approach to food additives, following the thorough groundwork laid by GB 2760-2014 and informed by drafts in subsequent years. The meticulous refinement process through drafts in 2017, 2021, and 2022 has led to this well-structured standard. Now, the GB 2760-2024 standard is ready for implementation, set to become effective on February 8, 2025, as the authoritative guide for food additive usage in China.
Data and Analysis: Imported Food Rejected by China Customs
For enterprises expand their businesses to the Chinese food market, one of the key challenges is the risk of rejection during customs clearances. ChemLinked collects the latest data of imported food rejected by China customs, and provides related analysis and reports.
Global Halal Certification Requirements and Regulation Dynamics
Halal food refers to food products consistent with the Islamic doctrine, which is one of the most profitable and influential sectors of the global food industry. Currently, there is no unified Halal certification standard used globally. Certain details, such as the processing method, slaughtering procedure, labeling items, etc. are subject to different standards in different countries. To help remove the market access barriers and catch the market opportunities, ChemLinked collects contents related to halal certification and its regulation dynamics around the world.
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