Unveiling Market Prospects and Import Guidelines for Food for Special Medical Purposes in China The field of healthcare is constantly evolving, with advancements in medical science and technology enabling innovative solutions to cater to the unique nutritional needs of individuals with specific medical conditions. Among these solutions, Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) plays a pivotal role in providing targeted nutrition for individuals with special dietary requirements due to their medical conditions.China, as a populous country with a growing aging population and an increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, has recognized the importance of FSMP in supporting the health and wellbeing of its citizens. In recent years, the Chinese government has taken significant steps to regulate the import and distribution of FSMP products to ensure their safety, efficacy, and availability for those in need.This report introduces the market overview of food for special medical purposes (FSMP) in China and provides the import guidelines for overseas FSMP manufacturers.

A Look back at 2020 with ChemLinked: Food Regulation Updates The year 2020 saw many significant regulatory updates in the Asia-Pacific region. In China drafts of several significant food regulations were released, such as the “Administrative Measures for Imported and Exported Foods Safety”, and “China Food Labeling Supervision Administrative Measures”. It is noteworthy that the regulation framework of health food in China was further completed and the administration is improved as well; in South Korea, the regulations of health functional food were updated and more novel food types were subject to supervision. New food labeling mechanism came into effect in Japan this year, and the FCM positive lists was also implemented.Global food stakeholders need to stay vigilant so as to cope with frequent regulatory changes, effectively address compliance challenges, and aim for great success while shouldering their social responsibilities. This report aims to provide an overview of revised and emerging food regulations in the Asia-Pacific region over the year and educate our clients on key regulatory points.

South Korea 2020 Imported Food Policies This report is provided by MFDS in aspects of Korean imported food provisions, certificates, registration of overseas factories, and other regulations. 

Asia Pacific Food Regulatory Updates 2019 In this report, ChemLinked sorts out the updated regulations and policies of 2019 and analyze their influence on the food industry. In-depth and detailed interpretation on significant sectors is provided, including infant formula, health food, food for special medical purposes, dairy products, food contact materials, pet food and etc.

Presentation Slides of the 2nd ChemLinked Food Regulatory Conference This is a material collection of the 2nd ChemLinked Food Regulatory Conference.

Briefing Session for Policies about South Korea Imported Food Safety Control, 2019 This document was first published on MFDS website.

Exporting Food and Beverage to China: A Guide for Australian Business Exporting food and beverage to China: A guide for Australian business provides an overview of the Chinese food and beverage sector, market trends, consumer profiles, distribution channels, key regulations, and how to use social media as a promotional and sales tool.

Asia Pacific Food Regulatory Updates 2018 This report aims to give our audience an overview of regulatory updates around Asia Pacific areas. In-depth interpretation on significant sectors is provided, including infant formula, health food, food for special medical purposes, food contact materials, latest CBEC policy and etc.

Interpretation on China New Pet Food Regulations On Apr. 27, 2018, China Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs announced the issuance of 6 pet food regulatory documents. Pet food (pet feed) is now a separate regulatory category to feed products, which promotes its industrial development. This report is to interpret China's new pet food regulations, involving its administrative measure, labeling and hygiene provisions. At last pet food's import procedure will introduced as well. 

China Salt Industry Regulatory Analysis This report will introduce the regulation of China's salt industry, interpret salt industry reforms, and explain salt import/export procedures.