1. Malaysia gazetted the Food (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2025, overhauling alcoholic beverage standards effective April 1, 2026. 2. Key changes: alcoholic beverage threshold lowered to 0.5% ABV; new standards for Tequila and Mezcal; multiple product specs and labeling rules updated. 3. Formulation impacts include removal of certain permitted substances (e.g., urea, caramel coloring) and revised ABV/labeling requirements across wines, beers, and spirits.
On September 30, 2025, Malaysia's Ministry of Health gazetted the Food (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2025, which introduces significant changes to the standards for alcoholic beverages under the Food Regulations 1985. The new regulations will come into operation on April 1, 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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