Global Food

China becomes Vietnam's largest export market for Trafish

  "VNA" reported on November 11 that the Vietnamese Trafish Association expects the amount of trafish exports will be up to $ 1.5 billion in 2020. In 2020, Vietnam's fish-chasing export market will change. China and Hong Kong, China have become Vietnam's largest fish-chasing export markets, accounting for more than 33% of total exports. The United States accounted for 16%, ASEAN nearly 10%, and the EU over 9%. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

India intends to revise food and food additive standards

  On November 9, 2020, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Circular G/TBT/N/IND/174, issuing the 2020 Food Safety and Standards (Food Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations. According to the notification, FSSAI issued the CG-DL-E-27102020-22754 notice on October 28, and proposed to amend the 2020 food safety and standards (food standards and food additives) as follows: 1. Revised the definition of unprocessed edible oil and other edible vegetable oil varieties; 2. Revised the product definition and attribute requirements for heat-treated vegetables; stipulated the requirements for food additives and microbiological standards allowed in vegetable products; stipulated that the moisture content of dehydrated vegetables should not exceed 8%, and the acid-insoluble ash content should not exceed 0.5%; 3. It specifies the quality requirements for protein products extracted from grains. The review date for the draft is January 8, 2021. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Egypt issues imported food control requirements

  On November 9, 2020, the Egyptian National Food Safety Administration (NFSA) issued Circular G/TBT/N/EGY/276, issuing Decision No. 7/2020 on a risk-based food import control system. The decision includes the following regulatory requirements: 1. Assess the conditions of the control measures of the competent food authority of the exporting country as part of assessing the compliance of imported food consignments originating from that country; 2. Pre-arrival notification requirements for imported food consignments and pre-arrival handling requirements for possible risk levels related to imported food consignments; 3. Conditions for the release of imported food consignments, including sampling and laboratory analysis, and release requirements after detention. The decision is planned to take effect on February 13, 2021. On the same day, the NFSA issued Circular G/TBT/N/EGY/277, issuing the city's decision No. 6/2020 on food import licensing rules. The main contents of the decision are: 1. Standardize the procedures and requirements for obtaining a food import license to Egypt to ensure the safety and compliance of imported food; 2. The decision provides a six-month transition period for food importers currently operating to obtain the required license and register with the NFSA to ensure the smooth progress of trade and avoid any trade interruption. This measure will require importers to verify the applicability of relevant preventive measures by foreign suppliers and ensure that products have the best traceability, thereby enhancing customs clearance procedures for imported food consignments. The decision took effect on July 17, 2020. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Australia intends to update the list of high-risk species of non-salmon marine finfish imported for human consumption

On November 4, 2020, the Australian Department of Agriculture, Water Resources and Resources issued Announcement No. 2020-139 to update the list of high-risk species of non-salmonids imported into Australia for human consumption. It is proposed to include 20 species of fish, including wolffish and combfish, into the list of high-risk species. The main risk points are infectious pancreatic necrosis virus and viral hemorrhagic sepsis virus. The public comment period is until January 29, 2021. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

New Zealand MPI lifts alarm on shellfish biotoxins on west coast of North Island

  2020 November 12, the New Zealand Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) canceled on the west coast of the North Island from the collection of shellfish public health warnings. The warning is from Waipapakauri in the North Island, 90 miles south of the beach, and extends to the sea at Pouto Point, the northern end of Kaipara Harbor. Further sampling of the coastal shellfish of the coastline indicated that the paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) toxin is now at a safe level. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

South Korea Amend to the Implementation Rules of the Special Law on the Imported Food Safety Management

  On November 12, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea issued a draft of the "Implementation Rules of the Special Law on the imported Food Safety Management". The main amendments are as follows: 1. The spicy cabbage in the kimchi category must be compulsorily applied to imported food HACCP standards. 2. The conditions and procedures for certification, change certification, and extension of validity period are stipulated. 3. The methods and procedures of investigation and evaluation are stipulated. 4. Provisions for the cancellation of certification standards for violations. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

SAMR | Soliciting Public Opinions on the Decision of the State Administration for Market Regulation on Abolishing and Amending Some Rules (Draft)

  On November 11, the State Administration for Market Regulation solicited public opinions on the "Decision of the State Administration for Market Regulation on Abolishing and Amending Some Rules (Exposure Draft)", and the deadline is December 10, 2020.         11月11日，国家市场监督管理总局就《国家市场监督管理总局关于废止和修改部分规章的决定（征求意见稿）》公开征求意见，截止日期为2020年12月10日。 Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Industry on Voluntary Disclosure of Sesame When Added as Flavoring or Spice

  On November 10, 2020, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued a draft guidance for voluntary sesame labeling to encourage manufacturers to clearly declare sesame in the ingredient list, when it is used as a “flavoring” or “spice” or when the common or usual name (such as tahini) does not specify sesame. This voluntary labeling guidance to industry aims to help consumers who are allergic or sensitive to sesame to avoid these products. Sesame has been identified as a food allergen that can cause reactions such as hives, vomiting, wheezing, and anaphylaxis. Sesame is not one of the eight major food allergens required by the 2004 Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) to be included in specific allergen labeling, but in most cases, it does have to appear in the ingredient statement. An exception is when sesame is part of a flavoring or spice. In those cases, it may be declared as simply “spice” or “flavor” on the label without requiring “sesame” to be included, so its presence may not be obvious to consumers. The FDA is recommending that manufacturers voluntarily declare sesame following the spice or flavor, such as, “spice (sesame)” or “flavor (sesame).” FDA is also recommending if a term is used for a food that is or contains sesame, such as tahini, sesame should be voluntarily included in parentheses following the ingredient. On October 30, 2018, FDA issued a notice requesting data and information on the prevalence and severity of sesame allergies in the United States and the prevalence of sesame-containing food in the United States that are not required to disclose sesame as an ingredient. Data and information received in response to the notice indicated that the reported prevalence of sesame allergies in the U.S. population appears to have increased, that sesame causes a relatively high frequency of severe allergic adverse events, and that allergic reactions to sesame may occur from products with undeclared sesame ingredients. The FDA does not have the authority to amend the eight major food allergens established by FALCPA; however, it has the authority under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require labeling for other food allergens not covered by the requirements in FALCPA. The FDA continues to assess allergens of public health importance, including potential science-based options to empower consumers with information about these allergens. Comments on the draft voluntary sesame labeling guidance should be submitted within 60 days after publication in the Federal Register. This will ensure that comments are considered before work begins on the final guidance. Submit electronic comments to http://www.regulations.gov. Submit written comments to the Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5630 Fishers Lane, rm. 1061, Rockville MD 20852. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Australia and New Zealand require application A1193-Irradiation as a phytosanitary measure for all fresh fruits and vegetables

  FSANZ has received an application seeking a variation to Standard 1.5.3 Irradiation of Food of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code), to permit the irradiation of all fresh fruit and vegetables as a phytosanitary measure to ensure freedom from regulated pests. Currently, the Code permits the irradiation of 26 fruits and vegetables for this purpose. If approved, the permission will replace these existing permissions with a generic permission for all fresh fruits and vegetables. The minimum and maximum absorbed doses of 150 Gy and 1 kGy will remain the same as the existing permission. If permitted, this form of treatment can be used as a phytosanitary measure for fresh produce exported to another Australian state, territory or region, or to New Zealand. It can also be used for imports into both countries requiring a phytosanitary treatment and thus help provide protection against the introduction of quarantine pests, with proven effectiveness against fruit flies and most insects. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

South Korea Issues Partial Amendments to "Detailed Essentials of Imported Plant Quarantine Treatment Procedures"

  On November 10, the South Korean Agriculture, Forestry and Livestock Quarantine Headquarters issued Regulation No. 167, amending the "Detailed Essentials of imported Plant Quarantine Treatment Procedures", the main contents of which are as follows: 1. Specify the allocation criteria and methods of plant quarantine officers. 2. Simplify the electronic registration of the confirmation results of disinfection treatment (physical quarantine comprehensive information system) for quarantine varieties in production areas abroad. 3. Improving the treatment methods of the plant quarantine target varieties for bonded transportation. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net