Summary of Global Food Import and Export Policies and Violations from December 23 to December 27, 2024

In the current market environment, companies must first ensure their market share, and then optimize production processes and reduce operating costs to lower overall costs. This week (December 23-27), countries and regions such as Russia and Japan issued a series of policies and notifications related to food. The following outlines foreign import and export policy measures and export violation notifications.

I. Foreign Import and Export Policy Measures

South Africa Adjusts Raisin Import and Export Tax Standards
On December 20, 2024, South Africa's Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development announced adjustments to the import and export tax standards for raisins.

Botswana Lifts Ban on South African Vegetables
According to South Africa's Daily Mail on December 19, the new government of Botswana announced a phased lifting of restrictions on the import of South African vegetables, expected to be fully lifted by April 2025.

US Approves Import of Rosemary and Tarragon from Ethiopia
On December 20, 2024, the US Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the approval of imports of rosemary and tarragon from Ethiopia.

Singapore Suspends Import of Live Chickens from a Malaysian Farm
On December 20, 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the suspension of live chicken imports from a Malaysian farm.

New Caledonia Lifts Export Ban on Australian Chili and Tomatoes
On December 24, 2024, Australia’s Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry announced that New Caledonia has lifted its export ban on Australian chili and tomatoes.

Japan Lifts Enhanced Monitoring of Silicon Fluoride in Chinese Green Peas
On December 24, 2024, Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced the removal of references to enhanced monitoring of silicon fluoride in Chinese immature green peas based on actual inspection results.

Russia Extends Export Ban on Rice and Paddy Rice to June 2025
On December 24, 2024, the Russian government announced the extension of the export ban on rice and paddy rice until June 30, 2025; however, seed exports remain unrestricted.

II. Export Violation Notifications

EU Reports Exceedances of Pesticide Residues in Chinese Exported Black Tea
On December 23, 2024, the EU Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) reported that Chinese exported black tea was non-compliant due to pesticide residue exceedances. Exporters are reminded to strictly adhere to import country requirements, testing for pesticide residues to ensure food safety.

Chinese Exported Jelly Recalled in Belgium
On December 24, 2024, the EU reported that Chinese exported jelly was recalled due to the use of unauthorized substances in the EU. Companies must strictly comply with the food safety standards of the exporting country.

EU Reports Non-Compliant Exported Tableware from China
On December 20, 2024, the EU reported that Chinese exported tableware was non-compliant with regulations for food contact materials. Companies should ensure product compliance to reduce risks of violations.

Singapore Recalls Chinese Exported Shredded Bread
On December 24, 2024, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced the recall of a Chinese exported shredded bread due to allergens (milk) detected in the product that were not indicated on the packaging label.

US Implements Automatic Detention on Chinese Exported Dried Strawberries and Freeze-Dried Persimmons
Recently, the FDA updated its import alert measures, implementing automatic detention on dried strawberries and freeze-dried persimmons exported by a Chinese company.

Russia Reports Harmful Organisms in Chinese Exported Kiwi
On December 24, 2024, the Russian Federal Plant Quarantine Supervision reported that a batch of kiwi from China contained quarantine harmful organisms such as the white peach scale.

Japan Reports Non-Compliance of Chinese Exported Buckwheat, Frozen Pork Dumplings, etc.
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan recently reported multiple batches of Chinese exported buckwheat and frozen pork dumplings as non-compliant with Japan's food hygiene laws.

Multiple Violations of Chinese Food Exports to South Korea
As of December 22, 2024, Chinese food exports to South Korea, including aquatic products, processed foods, and agricultural products, were required to be returned or destroyed due to violations of South Korean food safety regulations.

EU Rapid Alert System Reports on Chinese Food and Related Products in Week 51 of 2024
According to the EU Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed, there were 7 notifications regarding Chinese food and related products in week 51 of 2024, involving non-compliant dog chews and ceramic plates, among others. These products were exported to multiple countries and regions.

Export companies should strictly follow the import requirements of each country, avoid using unauthorized substances, ensure compliance of product labels and ingredient contents, and guarantee the safety of exported food and related products to reduce export violation risks.