Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) plans to change cashew nuts to a mandatory allergen on food labels, with a two-year transition period ending March 31, 2028. Broad revisions to item-specific food labeling rules will impact definitions, mandatory items, exemptions, and prohibited claims, with a four-year transition period ending March 31, 2030.
On December 26, 2025, Japan's Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) released a draft amendment to the Food Labeling Standards. The proposed revisions focus on labeling requirements for processed foods, including adjustments to product-specific labeling rules and allergen labeling provisions. Any comments can be submitted via e-GOV before January 30, 2026.
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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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