The amended Food Sanitation Act expands mandatory GMO labeling scope to include designated highly processed foods and establishes legal standards for Non-GMO marketing claims.
On December 30, 2025, the South Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced a significant amendment to the Food Sanitation Act. The amendment fundamentally shifts the GMO labeling paradigm by removing exemptions for designated highly processed foods where genetic material is not detectable, and establishes rigorous legal definitions for "Non-GMO" marketing claims.
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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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