China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) published a list of 18 agricultural product categories requiring recommended registration (a specific type of overseas manufacturer registration) for import into China.
On November 7, 2025, China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) issued No. 219 Announcement, clarifying declaration requirements for overseas manufacturers of agricultural products. This announcement supplements the Regulations on the Registration and Administration of Overseas Manufacturers of Imported Food (Decree No. 280), and it will come to effect on December 15, 2025.
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China's overseas food manufacturer registration, commonly referred to as GACC/CIFER registration, has been in force since 2022 and applies to all foreign food manufacturers exporting to China. The system requires eligible producers to obtain registration prior to export, ensuring compliance with China's food safety and regulatory standards.
A new regulatory framework is set to take effect on June 1, 2026, introducing updated requirements and procedures that will further impact overseas manufacturers.
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