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The import regulations imposed by the countries time to time to ensure Food Safety and Quality assurance includes non Tariff barriers for the various food products.

 
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08 Apr 2024 Nigeria FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report highlights all major certificates and permits that the government of Nigeria (GON) requires for exporting food and agricultural products from the United States to Nigeria. It also complements the FAIRS – Annual Country Report for Nigeria (2024) click here
08 Apr 2024 Turkey Manufacturer Certificate Required for Shipping Plant Protection Products to Turkey Turkey requires the foreign competent authority to issue and sign a manufacturer certificate for imports of plant protection products (PPPs). click here
05 Apr 2024 Australia New Allergen Labeling Requirement for Australia and New Zealand Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) have updated the laws on allergen labeling for foods sold throughout Australia and New Zealand. The new allergen labeling laws are called PEAL – Plain English Allergen Labelling. click here
05 Apr 2024 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides in Foods Notified to WTO On March 28, 2024, China notified the National Food Safety Standard of Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides in Foods to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1299. click here
04 Apr 2024 China P rp Updated National Food Safety Standard for Milk Powder and Modified Milk Powder On March 12, 2024, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC) and State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly published 47 new or updated national food safety standards and six amendments. click here
03 Apr 2024 India Wine Labeling Update 2024 - Addendum This GAIN-INDIA report is an addendum to FAS India (New Delhi, Mumbai) (Post) GAIN-INDIA | IN2024-0012 | India Wine Product Labeling Requirements – Update 2024. Post sought out additional regulatory review, and has obtained a revised confirmation from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) that its Food Safety and Standards (Labeling and Display) Regulations now do not require an expiry date for wine products. All other information found in the GAIN-INDIA | IN2024-0012 | report remains the same and in effect. click here
02 Apr 2024 Canada Canada Reviews Its Food Safety Legislation The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) opened public consultations on the scheduled five-year review of the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA). Stakeholders are encouraged to submit comments on how this food safety legislation has worked since coming into force in January 2019. click here
25 Mar 2024 China P rp 47 National Food Safety Standards Released On March 12, 2024, the People Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC) and State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly published an Announcement on releasing 47 new or updated National Food Safety Standards (known as Guo Jia Biao Zhun, or GB Standards) and 6 amendments sheets click here
20 Mar 2024 China P rp NHC Approves New Food Materials and Additives including GMM Derived Enzymes On March 13, 2024, the National Health Commission (NHC) announced approval of 23 new food materials and additives, of which three are products derived from Genetically Modified Microorganisms (GMMs) click here
20 Mar 2024 China P rp National Standard on Natural Casings The PRC National Standard for Natural Casings - GB/T7740-2022 was issued on October 12, 2022, and implemented on May 1, 2023 click here
14 Mar 2024 China P rp Draft National Food Safety Standard of General Principles for the Labeling of Prepackaged Foods Notified to WTO On February 9 and February 12, 2024, China notified the revised draft National Food Safety Standard of General Principles for the Labeling of Prepackaged Foods to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1295 and under G/TBT/N/CHN/1827 click here
13 Mar 2024 India India Wine Product Labeling Requirements - Update 2024 FAS India (New Delhi, Mumbai) (Post) is updating the earlier GAIN-INDIA | IN2020-0195 | FSSAI Publishes Regulations for Alcoholic Beverages report click here
13 Mar 2024 India India Lowers and or Eliminates Import Duties for Turkey - Cranberries - Blueberries - Cotton On February 19, 2024, India Ministry of Finance (MoF)/Department of Revenue issued Notification No. 10/2024-Customs in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Subsection (i) (official gazette), lowering import duties levied on frozen turkey (meat) and edible offal, cranberries, and blueberries click here
07 Mar 2024 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Extends Implementation of the Food Labeling and Advertising Regulations-2022 by One Additional Year The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka’s (Sri Lanka) Ministry of Health extended the implementation date of Food (Labeling and Advertising) Regulations (2022) from January 1, 2024 to January 1, 2025. click here
03 Mar 2024 Indonesia Indonesia Accredits Five US Halal Certifying Bodies On March 1, the Government of Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) listed five U.S. halal certifying bodies (HCBs) on its website as fully accredited to issue halal certificates for U.S. products destined for the Indonesian market. click here
26 Feb 2024 Jordan FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Jordan occasionally bans imports of specific products due to sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) concerns. Agriculture Law 13 (2015) stipulates that the import of raw, unprocessed food items is subject to the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) granting import license approval. Regulators also, at times, use technical barriers to trade to protect domestic interests. click here
20 Feb 2024 Canada Comment Period Open for Bill 96 in Quebec On January 10, the Quebec Ministry of the French Language launched consultations on the Draft Regulations, which includes necessary amendments and clarifications to Bill 96, An Act respecting French, passed on June 1, 2022 click here
16 Feb 2024 Jordan WTO Notification Establishing Standards for Non-Alcoholic Energy Drinks On February 2, 2024, the Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO) notified G/TBT/N/JOR/55 to the World Trade Organization, Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade. This new measure outlines formulation and packaging requirements for non-alcoholic, ready-to-drink energy beverages, excluding sports drinks click here
13 Feb 2024 China P rp Draft National Food Safety Standard General Principles for the Labeling of Prepackaged Foods is Open for Comments On January 19, 2024, China’s Food Safety Standards Monitoring and Evaluation Department of the National Health Commission (NHC) released a letter soliciting public comments in China on four National Food Safety Standards, including Draft National Food Safety Standard General Principles for the Labeling of Prepackaged Foods click here
08 Feb 2024 Morocco WTO Notification on Substances Prohibited for Use in Livestock Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/105. The notification concerns Morocco order on substances prohibited for use in livestock. Comments are due no later than February 17, 2024. An unofficial translation is included in this report. click here
07 Feb 2024 Jordan FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This FAIRS export certificate report lists the documentation required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (Jordan) and includes an export certificate matrix click here
02 Feb 2024 China P rp PRC Calls for Comments on Addition of Liquid Formula Milk to Food Safety Law On January 19, 2024, China State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released a letter soliciting public comments on an update to the Food Safety Law. The revision added new registration requirements for liquid formula milk for infants and young children. Among the major revisions, the product formulas must now be registered with SAMR click here
02 Feb 2024 China P rp Feed Additives and Ingredients Catalogues Updates On January 12, 2024, the People Republic of China (PRC) Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) announced its approval of one new feed variety, three new varieties of feed additives, and the addition of five feed additives and five feed ingredients into its feed catalogs click here
02 Feb 2024 China P rp Decree 248 Product List Update - January 2024 The General Administration of Customs of the People Republic of China (GACC) Bureau of Import and Export Food Safety (BIEFS) recently updated the list of products and codes subject to Decree 248. The PRC has not notified these changes to trade partners. Between September 20, 2023 and January 25, 2024, BIEFS added 56 products and removed 74 products. click here
01 Feb 2024 Indonesia BPJPH Mandates Registration of Foreign Halal Certificates for Imports Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) recently promulgated a new decree requiring imported products’ halal certificates issued by foreign halal certifying bodies be registered with BPJPH prior to the importation and distribution of the products within Indonesia. click here
26 Jan 2024 Belgium FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Belgium is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and applies the certification requirements described in the European Union Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certification Report. Products not yet harmonized are subject to Belgian national rules click here
25 Jan 2024 India FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual – 2023 In 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a series of food safety notifications. The FSSAI has re-operationalized its Labeling and Display Regulations, to include a six-month implementation extension of the disclaimer for brand names and trademarks on front-of-pack labels. click here
25 Jan 2024 India FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual - 2023 In the calendar year (CY) 2023 (January-December), India Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying/ Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying published the requirement for an integrated veterinary health certificate (VHC) for the import of milk and milk products into India click here
24 Jan 2024 India Timeline for Implementation of Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate Gets Another Extension On January 3, India Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) published on its website, Office Memorandum L-11/1/2019-Trade (E-11542), to delay the implementation timeline of the new integrated Veterinary Health Certificate requirements for milk and milk products by six months click here
24 Jan 2024 Thailand Update on Thai Food and Drug Administration Requirement for Export Certificates The Thai Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) recently clarified its requirements for copies of export certificates accompanying U.S.-origin imported foods, including fresh fruit and vegetables shipments, into Thailand click here
24 Jan 2024 U K FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, U.S. export health certificates are now required to either follow the Great Britain model health certificates (for destinations within England, Scotland, or Wales) or the European Union model health certificates if shipping to Northern Ireland click here
24 Jan 2024 U K FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The United Kingdom (UK) continues to implement changes to its border control measures, following its departure from the European Union (EU). Changes in 2024 will primarily affect imports from the EU and bring the requirements in line with those for the rest of the world including the United States. click here
23 Jan 2024 China P rp WTO Notified Quality Grading Standard for Gramineous Seeds On January 5, 2024, the People Republic of China (PRC) notified the National Standard for Quality Grading for Gramineous Seeds (Draft for Comments) to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/TBT/N/CHN/1786. This report provides an unofficial translation of the notified standard and a comparison with the current standard. click here
18 Jan 2024 China P rp New Format and Information Requested for GACC DAPQ Facility Registration The General Administration of Customs of the People Republic of China (GACC) Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine (DAPQ) has provided USDA China with a new format for submitting overseas facility registration lists for commodities under their authority. Affected commodities include grains, oilseeds, pulses, fresh fruits and vegetables, pet foods, feed ingredients and additives, live animals and genetics, and some aquatic products (live), among others click here
12 Jan 2024 Colombia Colombia Amends Sodium Regulation to Allow for SelfDeclarations of Conformity On December 6, 2023, the Ministry of Health of Colombia issued Resolution 2056, by which it amended Colombian Resolution 2013 of 2020 (known as the “sodium rule”). This amendment allows for U.S. exporters to utilize self-declarations to certify compliance with maximum sodium levels in processed products click here
11 Jan 2024 Canada Canada Proposes a Federal Plastics Registry Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) opened consultations on the establishment of a federal plastics registry as a reporting tool to monitor and track plastic, including plastic packaging used in agriculture and food manufacturing, through its life cycle on the Canadian market. Comments are accepted until February 13, 2024. click here
11 Jan 2024 Argentina FAIRS Export Certificate Report This report includes technical requirements and export certificates for the export of food and agricultural products to Argentina. It complements the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Annual Country 2023 Report click here
10 Jan 2024 China P rp Updated Administrative Measures for Registration of Formula Foods for Special Medical Purposes On November 28, 2023, the People Republic of China (PRC) State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released the updated Administrative Measures for Registration of Formula Foods for Special Medical Purposes click here
10 Jan 2024 China P rp PRC Inclusion of American Ginseng in Health Food Ingredient Catalog On December 31, 2023, three People Republic of China (PRC) government regulatory agencies jointly announced inclusion of three new ingredients including American Ginseng in the Catalog of Health Food Ingredients, effective May 1, 2024 click here
10 Jan 2024 China P rp Soliciting Public Comments for 21 National Food Safety Standards On December 11, 2023, China Secretariat of National Food Safety Standard Review Committee of the National Health Commission (NHC) published an announcement soliciting public comments on twenty-one national food safety standards click here
09 Jan 2024 Tunisia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports click here
09 Jan 2024 Cambodia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report covers an overview of the food and agricultural import regulations and standards in Cambodia. This report includes updates on Section I Food Laws, Section II Labeling Requirements and Section X Trade Facilitation click here
09 Jan 2024 Netherland FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an addendum to the GAIN report number E42023-0041 EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report, November 13, 2023. It lists the Dutch import regulations and standards that are not harmonized within the EU or where the Netherlands varies from the EU standards. click here
09 Jan 2024 Cambodia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists the major certificates required by Cambodian government agencies for U.S. agricultural products exported to Cambodia click here
09 Jan 2024 Netherland FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The Netherlands, as a Member State of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. However, rules for the certification of imports are complicated and, in practice, are not always harmonized across EU Member States click here
09 Jan 2024 Belgium FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized at the EU-level or where Belgium varies. click here
05 Jan 2024 Taiwan FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists major export certificates required by the Taiwan government to export food and agricultural products to Taiwan. For more information on import requirements, see the Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
05 Jan 2024 Taiwan FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual In 2022, Taiwan was the seventh largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products, valued at over $4.4 billion. Imported food and agricultural products must comply with a range of laws designed to protect human health and prevent the introduction of animal and plant pests or diseases. click here
04 Jan 2024 Malaysia Revised Malaysian Labeling Requirements Effective January The Food Safety and Quality Division (FSQD), Ministry of Health has revised the several labeling requirements under the Food Regulation 1985. The changes include quantitative ingredient declarations for certain products and expansion of nutritional labeling requirements, among others. click here
03 Jan 2024 Spain FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report focuses on specific Spanish certification requirements that differ from or are in addition to EU-harmonized certification. Compared to 2022, this report contains new country-specific certificates as well as updated links to relevant information sources and contacts click here
03 Jan 2024 France FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual As a member of the European Union, France implements EU regulations for the import of animal and plant products. The US export certification requirements for most products are harmonized at the EU level; however, a few products, which are not yet harmonized across the EU, are still subject to French national regulations. click here
03 Jan 2024 Spain FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an update of GAIN report SP2022-0028. It outlines the legislation applicable to the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly focusing on those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report. click here
03 Jan 2024 Austria FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Austria as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU are harmonized. The few products which are not harmonized are subject to national regulations. click here
03 Jan 2024 Croatia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This is an annual report that was updated in November 2023. click here
03 Jan 2024 Croatia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations. Thus, it is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards report for the European Union click here
03 Jan 2024 Austria FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Austria. As a member of the European Union, Austria follows EU directives and regulations click here
02 Jan 2024 Pakistan ir FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines Pakistan’s requirements for import permits and export certificates for various food products for human and animal consumption. It also provides a list of the Pakistani government agencies involved in the entry of imported food products. click here
02 Jan 2024 Pakistan ir FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. As compared to the last report submitted in December 2022, this report contains additions to food laws, packaging, and common delays sections. Lack of clarity on regulations to import genetically engineered commodities for food, feed, and processing caused soybean imports to stop as of November 2022. click here
02 Jan 2024 Poland FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Poland applies European Union (EU) regulatory requirements for all food of animal or plant origin. Although the EU has harmonized export certificate requirements for most products, Poland maintains national-level oversight for products still not harmonized under the EU click here
02 Jan 2024 Poland FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Poland is a European Union (EU) Member State and applies all EU regulations pertaining to imports of food and feed products. U.S. food and feed suppliers to Poland should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies regarding the most current local requirements prior to shipment. click here
02 Jan 2024 Indonesia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agricultural products as currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). Sections that have been updated for this year include Food Additive Regulations; Labeling Requirements; Other Requirements, Regulations, and Registrations Measures; and Import Procedures click here
02 Jan 2024 Indonesia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report supplements information provided in the 2023 Indonesia FAIRS Country Report and updates the 2022 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report. click here
02 Jan 2024 Tanzania Rep FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report describes the import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural commodities required by mainland Tanzania. The report outlines Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) rules and other regulations for U.S. exports click here
02 Jan 2024 Tanzania Rep FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Tanzania and provides information on required certificates for exporting food and agricultural products to the Tanzania mainland click here
27 Dec 2023 Serbia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides a guide to the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products intended for export to Serbia. It outlines the certificates acknowledged by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management (MAFWM) in Serbia click here
27 Dec 2023 France FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual France, as a member of the European Union (EU), generally follows EU directives, regulations, and obligations. This report focuses on food laws in force in France that cover areas which are not EU harmonized. click here
27 Dec 2023 Serbia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides insights into Serbian regulations and standards pertaining to food, agriculture, agricultural products, and foreign trade. It covers topics such as labeling, packaging, food additives, and import procedures click here
22 Dec 2023 Argentina FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report includes technical requirements and export certificates for the export of food and agricultural products to Argentina. It complements the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Annual Country 2023 Report click here
22 Dec 2023 Argentina FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an overview and update on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverage products to Argentina. click here
21 Dec 2023 Thailand Thai FDA Specified Submission Requirements for A Food Safety Assessment of New Plants or Plant Tissues for Tea Infusion The Thai Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) has announced on its website the proposal to approve and add more plants or plant parts for use as a raw material for tea infusion products to the existing approved list under the Notification of the Ministry of Public Health No. 426 B.E. 2564 (2021) Re: Tea Infusion. click here
15 Dec 2023 Italy FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy-specific information click here
14 Dec 2023 Peru FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. Current procedures are highlighted and relevant agencies with oversight of these issues are identified click here
14 Dec 2023 South Africa FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report has been updated to reflect the newest information and contacts relevant to exporting to South Africa. The FAIRS certificate report includes a list of the main licenses and certificates needed to export food and agricultural products from the United States to South Africa. click here
14 Dec 2023 South Africa FAIRS Country Report Annual Based on recent changes to regulations, updated internet links, and revised reporting guidelines, all portions of this report have been updated. The FAIRS Country Report summarizes the rules and regulations governing the import of food and agricultural products in South Africa click here
14 Dec 2023 Brazil FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Brazil requires that imports and exports of animal-origin products be accompanied by certificate with animal health attestations and/or public health attestations. Import requirements are defined by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) and a certificate model has to be bilaterally negotiated before trade starts click here
14 Dec 2023 Bulgaria FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual As a European Union (EU) Member State, Bulgaria applies EU regulatory requirements for all animal and plant-origin food and agricultural imports. click here
14 Dec 2023 Romania FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Romania applies European Union (EU) regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from the United States. The legislation on export certification is generally harmonized at the EU level. Romanian legislation applies to the minor categories on which requirements are not harmonized. click here
14 Dec 2023 Romania FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual As a European Union (EU) member since 2007, Romania observes the EU regulations and directives, which are applied directly or transposed through national level implementing regulations. This report updates the sections on labeling requirements, packaging waste, taxation, commercial markups, and other measures over last year’s Romania FAIRS Annual Country Report. click here
14 Dec 2023 China P rp MARA Announces 51 Genetically Engineered Corn and Soybean Varieties Registered On December 7, 2023, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) announced the registration of 51 genetically engineered (GE) corn and soy varieties, including 37 GE corn varieties and 14 GE soybean varieties. The inaugural list of GE corn and soybean varieties was released initially for public comment on October 17, 2023. click here
12 Dec 2023 Guyana FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Guyana’s humble economy is being transformed and catapulted forward by oil production. As economic activity swells, agricultural imports are also experiencing an upswing. This report outlines the current regulatory situation in Guyana for imported food and agricultural products. click here
12 Dec 2023 Bulgaria FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Bulgaria acceded to the European Union (EU) in 2007 and follows EU directives and regulations pertaining to food safety, quality and standards. This report outlines legislation regarding U.S. foodproduct exports to Bulgaria, particularly those rules which differ from EU legislation click here
12 Dec 2023 Peru FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and updates and replaces the 2022 report. U.S. agricultural exports to Peru continue to grow but at a slower pace than previous years. From 2009 to 2022, U.S. exports of food and agricultural products to Peru doubled, from $526 million to $1.18 billion click here
12 Dec 2023 Guyana FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines export certificates required to ship food and agricultural products to Guyana. The report includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select export certificates click here
11 Dec 2023 Czech Republic FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. It is recommended to read the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards, because the Czech Republic, a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. click here
11 Dec 2023 India India - The FSSAI Updates Rectifiable Labeling Information for Imported Food Products On November 28, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published Order F. No: TIC-B02/3/2023-IMPORTS-FSSAI. This FSSAI order allows for the rectification of all non-compliant labels on imported food consignments at the port of-entry click here
11 Dec 2023 Brazil FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The Food and Agricultural Imports Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Brazil as it relates to food and agricultural exports. click here
07 Dec 2023 Lithuania FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Since its European Union (EU) accession in 2004, Lithuania has consistently harmonized its domestic food and agricultural regulations with EU standards. FAS/Warsaw advises stakeholders to consult with Lithuanian importers and/or buyers to ensure current requirements are met. FAS/Warsaw also recommends that the following report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report, prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA). click here
06 Dec 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Silicone Rubber Materials and Products for Food Contact Use Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Silicone Rubber Materials and Products for Food Contact Use to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1294. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China’s SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. The report provides an unofficial translation of the draft standard. click here
06 Dec 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive Polydextrose Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive LPolydextrose to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1290. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China’s SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. The report provides an unofficial translation of the draft standard. click here
06 Dec 2023 Tunisia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report summarizes the major export certificates required to export U.S. food and agricultural products to Tunisia. They include a certificate of origin; health certificate; phytosanitary certificate; reexport certificate; varietal certificate. click here
06 Dec 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive L-Malic Acid Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive L-Malic Acid to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1289. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China’s SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. The report provides an unofficial translation of the draft standard. click here
06 Dec 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive Chlorophyllin Copper Complex Sodium Salts Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive Chlorophyllin Copper Complex Sodium Salts to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1289. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China’s SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. The report provides an unofficial translation of the draft standard. click here
06 Dec 2023 Italy FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certificate report with Italy-specific information. The U.S. export certification requirements for most products of animal and plant origin destined for the EU and Italy have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to Italian regulations which can be found in this report. click here
05 Dec 2023 Canada Canada Proposes Modernized Regulations for Foods for Special Dietary Use and for Infant Foods Health Canada opened pre-consultations on a proposed new regulatory framework for foods for special dietary use and infant foods, which include categories such as infant formula, prepackaged human milk, medical foods, gluten-free foods, formulated nutritional foods, and foods for use in weight reduction diets. Stakeholders may provide comments until February 6, 2024. click here
05 Dec 2023 Czech Republic FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual As a member of the European Union (EU), the Czech Republic implements EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report prepared by the United States Mission to the EU in Brussels available at https://gain.fas.usda.gov/#/search. click here
04 Dec 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Hygienic Specification for Catering Services of Railway Passenger Trains Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Hygienic Specification for Catering Services of Railway Passenger Trains to the World Trade Organizationunder G/SPS/N/CHN/1292. click here
04 Dec 2023 Canada Canada Offers Additional CARM Onboarding Webinars As Canada’s new Assessment and Revenue Management project (CARM) becomes mandatory in May 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) offers additional webinars for businesses to become familiar with this new electronic customs platform, and assist with enrollment through the CARM client portal in advance of the coming into force date. click here
04 Dec 2023 Lithuania FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Lithuania applies harmonized European Union (EU) regulations, including requisite certificates for most animal- and plant-origin food and agricultural imports from non-EU countries. U.S. exporters should be aware that some interpretational variations can occur between EU Member States and are advised to consult with their Lithuanian importers regarding market access questions. U.S. exporters may also wish to consult with Lithuanian authorities on a case-by-case basis click here
29 Nov 2023 Algeria FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The Food and Agricultural Imports Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Algeria as it relates to food and agricultural exports. This report is intended to be used in conjunction with the 2023 FAIRS Export Certificate Report for Algeria. Noted updates in 2023 include click here
29 Nov 2023 Angola FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The report summarizes Angola’s general food laws, regulatory authorities, major import/export procedures, food and packaging/labeling regulations, registration measures, and other trade facilitation issues. At the end, it provides contact information for major government regulatory agencies and a list of useful local public and private sector contacts for additional technical product-specific information and import assistance. click here
29 Nov 2023 Angola FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report documents Angola’s technical policies, practices, and import requirements for food and agricultural products. In the absence of a food safety law, Angola follows international Codex Alimentarius standards. This report is designed to be used in conjunction with the 2023 FAIRS Annual Country Report. click here
29 Nov 2023 Hungary FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Hungary, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. Products not yet harmonized are subject to national regulations. Competent Hungarian authorities may need to be consulted, on a case-by-case basis, to address import requirements for some minor categories of non-harmonized products click here
29 Nov 2023 Hungary FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Hungary is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Hungary that cover areas that are not yet harmonized. click here
29 Nov 2023 Algeria FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Algiers, Algeria for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, the information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available click here
28 Nov 2023 U K UK Import Controls Update The United Kingdom Border Target Operating Model, its post-Brexit system of import controls on animals, animal products, plants, and plant products, is set to come into effect on exports from the EU on January 31, 2024, and from the rest of the world (including the United States) starting April 30, 2024. Exporters and regulators are encouraged to review the new certificates for changes to the current requirements and review the risk categorizations. click here
27 Nov 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Nutritionally Complete Foods for Cancer Patients Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Nutritionally Complete Foods for Cancer Patients to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1284 click here
27 Nov 2023 Mexico FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The competent Mexican authorities which regulate food and agricultural imports and/or require official U.S. export certificates include the Secretariat of Agriculture (SADER), Secretariat of Health (SALUD), Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT), and the Secretariat of the Treasury and Public Credit (HACIENDA) No significant changes occurred vis-à-vis Mexican import standards and regulations in 2022. click here
27 Nov 2023 Mexico FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This document provides an overview of major Mexican agricultural and food-product laws and regulations, as well as related import standards and regulations. Some products may be subject to regulatory oversight by several different Government of Mexico (GOM) agencies. click here
22 Nov 2023 Canada Canada Proposes Streamlined Regulations for Food Additives and Compositional Standards Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency have opened consultations on a comprehensive regulatory package. It is meant to modernize the development and update of regulations for food compositional standards, food additives, as well as microbiological criteria and official methods of analysis used to determine food adulteration. Comments are accepted until February 2, 2024. click here
17 Nov 2023 El Salvador FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides examples for the major export certificates and other documents required by the government of El Salvador for U.S. exports of food and agricultural products. click here
13 Nov 2023 EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This guide provides an overview of health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods, and other animal origin products to the European Union. U.S. regulatory agencies have been informed of the wide range of certificates changes that have occurred in the past months and have updated their export manuals to reflect those changes. Sections updated: All sections. click here
13 Nov 2023 U Arab Emts FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report covers food and agricultural import regulations and standards in the United Arab Emirates. U.S. agricultural suppliers are advised to consult with local importers prior to shipping to verify application of these requirements on their products click here
13 Nov 2023 China P rp Popcorn Export Facility Registration Process Updated Pursuant to General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine (DAPQ) requirements, popcorn exporters are required to register exporting facilities prior to product shipment click here
13 Nov 2023 Chile FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists and describes certificates and other documents that must accompany food and agricultural imports to Chile as required by Chilean regulations. Since the last version of this report in 2022, two new certificates were negotiated: one to import live antelope and another to import horses that will participate in the XIX Pan American Games held in Chile. click here
13 Nov 2023 EU-28 FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides an overview of EU food and feed legislation currently in force for the EU. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) staff reviewed and updated all sections of this annual report. Special attention should be given to the changes on wine labeling. click here
13 Nov 2023 U Arab Emts FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report identifies certificate requirements for U.S. food and agricultural products destined for the United Arab Emirates. This report is to be used in conjunction with the 2023 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report for the United Arab Emirates click here
08 Nov 2023 India India FSSAI Waives its Clearance Requirement for Imported Food Products Meant for Re-Export On October 16, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published the advisory TIC-C10201/2/2022-IMPORTS-FSSAI. The FSSAI advisory refers to Regulation 7(3) of the Food Safety and Standards (Import) regulations (2017), which states that “unless otherwise specified, Indian Customs need not refer the imported food products to the Food Authority (i.e., FSSAI), if such products are meant for exports as per the extant instructions and export rejected or re-imported articles of food meant for re-export.” click here
08 Nov 2023 India India FSSAI Re-Operationalizes Labeling and Display Regulations On October 17, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified Direction STD/SP-08/A1.2022/N-01-Part (1). The directive indicates that the DRAFT Food Safety and Standards (Labeling and Display) Amendment Regulations (2022) in its final form will be delayed for the foreseeable future. The FSSAI, with a July 1, 2023, date, is reoperationalizing the provisions specified in its earlier directive of January 6, 2023, on this subject. click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Canned Foods Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Canned Foods to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1285. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023 click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp Call for Public Comments for National Food Safety Standards On October 18, 2023, China’s Food Safety Standards Monitoring and Evaluation Department of the National Health Commission (NHC) published an announcement soliciting public comments on eleven national food safety standards. click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Modified Milk Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Modified Milk to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1287. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Edible Salt Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Edible Salt to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1286. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023 click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp : Important Reminder - Required Registration of Overseas Grain and Oilseed Enterprises Pursuant to General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) Decree 177 of 2016, all overseas production, processing and storage enterprises are required to register with GACC prior to exporting “grains” including soybeans, corn, wheat, barley, sorghum, and oats – including edible grains click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Raw Milk First Amendment Notified to WTO On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Raw Milk No. 1 Amendment to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1288. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. click here
03 Nov 2023 China P rp Updated Catalog of National Food Safety Standards Released On September 28, 2023, the People Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC) released an updated Catalog of National Food Safety Standards. The updated list contains 1,563 standards covering food products, additives, quality specifications, testing methods, and production practices. click here
02 Nov 2023 Japan FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Japan click here
31 Oct 2023 Ethiopia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report summarizes the list of major export certificates, documentations, and other regulatory requirements to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. The report is organized using information obtained from publicly available sources as well as from industry contacts click here
31 Oct 2023 Ethiopia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report presents regulatory requirements and standards that must be fulfilled to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. Pertinent information on applicable laws, regulations, directives, guidelines, procedures, and key regulatory contact details included click here
26 Oct 2023 Mozambique FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The report summarizes Mozambique’s general food laws, regulatory authorities, major import/export procedures, food and packaging/labeling regulations, registration measures, and other trade facilitation issues click here
24 Oct 2023 Jamaica FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines the requirement for exporting food and agricultural products to Jamaica. There were no major changes to these requirements in 2023. click here
24 Oct 2023 Chile FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides an overview of Chile’s current Sanitary Regulation for Food Products (RSA by its name in Spanish), as well as any other regulation with the potential of disrupting food trade. Since the last version of this report in 2022, Chile issued new requirements for the labeling of alcoholic beverages. click here
24 Oct 2023 China P rp Feed and Feed Additive Exporter Registrations - September 2023 The General Administration of Customs of the People Republic of China (GACC) Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine (DAPQ) published updated lists of exporters eligible to ship U.S. feed and feed additive products on September 20, 2023 click here
24 Oct 2023 Honduras FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual SENASA and ARSA have made significant progress in expediting import procedures with the introduction of on-line options for requesting import permits, and sanitary authorizations of imported raw materials that provide immediate electronic delivery to ports of entry click here
24 Oct 2023 Honduras FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The National Plant, Animal Health and Food safety Service (SENASA) is the regulatory agency in Honduras who is responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. click here
24 Oct 2023 El Salvador FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual In El Salvador there is no specific food law. However, the Ministry of Health’s (MINSAL) Health Code is used to enforce food safety for all food and beverage products. MINSAL is in charge of food and beverage product registration. Animal based products and fresh produce are regulated by the Ministry of Agriculture (MAG). click here
24 Oct 2023 Jamaica FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines the major export certificates required by the government of Jamaica for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
23 Oct 2023 Mozambique FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual All the sections of the report have been updated based on website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Mozambique click here
20 Oct 2023 Mexico Phase Two Mexico Front of Pack Labeling NOM 051 On October 1, 2023, Phase II of Mexico’s Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM)-051, front-of-pack labeling entered into force. This second phase requires the review of warning signs and precautionary legends of processed foods and non-alcoholic beverage products for retail which contain excess calories, sugar, sodium, saturated fats and trans-fats click here
20 Oct 2023 China P rp Peanut Export Facility Registration Process Updated Pursuant to General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine (DAPQ) requirements, exporters of peanuts (raw/uncooked, shelled or in-shell) are required to register exporting facilities prior to product shipment. Exporters seeking to register a U.S. facility or update a U.S. facility registration for sending peanuts (raw/uncooked, shelled or in-shell) to China from the United States are advised to submit a registration request. click here
20 Oct 2023 China P rp Pulse Crop Export Facility Registration Process Updated Pursuant to General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine (DAPQ) requirements, exporters of “pulse crops” such as dried beans, dried peas, and lentils are required to register exporting facilities prior to product shipment. Exporters seeking to register a U.S. facility or update a U.S. facility registration for dried beans, dried peas, and/or lentils sending product to China from the United States are advised to submit a registration request. click here
18 Oct 2023 Colombia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines Colombia’s requirements for import permits and export certificates for agricultural products intended for human and animal consumption. It also provides a list of the Colombian government agencies involved in the entry of imported food products. For assistance on trade policy and port issues in Colombia click here
18 Oct 2023 Canada CARM Customs Program Mandatory in May 2024 Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) project becomes mandatory in May 2024. click here
17 Oct 2023 China P rp National Standard for Requirements of Restricting Excessive Packaging for Fresh Edible Agricultural Products Released On September 22, the People Republic of China (PRC) State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released National Mandatory Standard for Requirements of Restricting Excessive Packaging for Fresh Edible Agricultural Products (GB43284-2023). China notified the standard to the WTO on February 2, 2023. click here
17 Oct 2023 China P rp Publishes Updated National Food Safety Standards On September 25, 2023, the People Republic of China (PRC), National Health Commission (NHC) announced a list of 85 updated National Food Safety Standards and 3 amendments. The updated standards will enter into force on March 6, 2024. This report provides an unofficial translation of the list. Many of the updated National Food (GB) Safety Standards cover food additives and/or food fortification items click here
17 Oct 2023 Morocco WTO Notification on Chilled Packaged Offal Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/103 on October 2, 2023. The notification concerns Morocco’s amending the joint order of the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development and Water and Forests and the Minister of Health and Social Protection No. 1289-22 of 9 Chaoual 1443 (May 10, 2022) fixing the list of microbiologically highly perishable products, their expiration date, and their storage temperature. click here
17 Oct 2023 Morocco WTO Notification on Marketed Sauces Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/102 on September 29, 2023. The notification concerns Morocco’s draft decree on the quality and safety of marketed sauces. Comments are due no later than November 28, 2023. An unofficial translation is included in this report. click here
16 Oct 2023 Colombia FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. It includes updates on nutritional labeling, biotechnology, and new information on Colombia nutrition and trade facilitation policies. For assistance on trade policy and port issues in Colombia click here
13 Oct 2023 Japan FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Tokyo, Japan for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care has been taken in preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate, either because policies have changed since its preparation or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available click here
06 Oct 2023 Guatemala FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual On July 14, 2023, Guatemala notified G/SPS/N/GTM/75, corresponding to the Regional Technical Regulation (RTCA) 67.04.79:23, providing specifications for yogurt. The comment period ended September 12, 2023, and after responding to the comments, it is expected that Guatemala and the Central American region will adopt the new specifications for yogurt. click here
06 Oct 2023 Guatemala FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report contains the list of all the mandatory export certificates required by the Government of Guatemala for agricultural imports. This report has no major changes from its 2022 version but provides additional information on FDA export certificates available to cover processed food products. click here
28 Sep 2023 China P rp GI Product Protection Draft Regulations Issued On September 18, 2023, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) published draft Provisions on the Protection of Geographic Indication (GI) Products for public comment. These provisions regulate the application of GI products, opposition procedures, GI protection system, and supervision of the use of GI product names, labels, and penalties click here
26 Sep 2023 China P rp Updated Soybean Standard To Take Effect December 2023 The People’s Republic of China (PRC), State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and Standardization Administration have published the final version of National Standard for Soybeans (GB1352-2023), which will take effect on December 1, 2023. This standard was previously notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in February 2021 and will replace the current National Standard for Soybeans, GB 1352-2009 of September 1, 2009. click here
25 Sep 2023 China P rp WTO Notified Amendment to Excessive Packaging National Standard On September 15, 2023, China notified an amendment to the National Food Safety Standard for Restricting Excessive Packaging for Foods and Cosmetics (GB 23350-2021) to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/TBT/N/CHN/447/Add.2. The standard entered into force on September 1, 2023. This report provides an unofficial translation of the amendment. click here
20 Sep 2023 Canada Quebec Government Passes Legislation Impacting Trademarks - Bill 96 On June 1, 2022, the Quebec government passed legislation titled Bill 96, An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Quebec, to make new amendments to Quebec’s Bill 101. The declared purpose of Bill 96 is to reinforce and strengthen the use of the French language in Quebec by expanding the linguistic obligations and requirements originally outlined in Bill 101. Bill 96 has introduced significant trademark amendments and requirements for non-French trademarks on product packaging, labeling, public signage, posters & commercial advertising. These amendments will come into force on June 1, 2025. click here
20 Sep 2023 China P rp Decree 248 Product List Update - September 2023 The General Administration of Customs of the Peoples Republic of China (GACC) Bureau of Import and Export Food Safety (BIEFS) recently updated the list of products subject to Decree 248. The PRC has not notified these changes to trade partners. Between April 19, 2023, and September 12, 2023, it added 15 products and removed 14 products. click here
07 Sep 2023 China P rp Revised Measures for Supervision and Administration of Quality and Safety of Edible Agricultural Products in Markets Published On July 22, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released revised Measures for Supervision and Administration of Quality and Safety of Edible Agricultural Products in Markets. The revised Measures will enter into force on December 1, 2023. This report provides an unofficial translation of the Measures. click here
07 Sep 2023 India FSSAI Notifies on Definition of Single Malt and Single Grain Whiskey On August 21, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) First Amendment Regulations 2023 in the Gazette of India (Notification No. STD/SP-21/T(Alcohol-4). The amendments introduce new definitions of single malt whiskey and single grain whiskey, and a clause mandating that no alcoholic beverage shall contain nutritional information on the label. click here
05 Sep 2023 Philippines FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients, and other relevant information. It also provides points of contact for key Philippine government authorities, U.S. government agencies, and trade associations. click here
28 Aug 2023 Kenya FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides updates on Government of Kenya (GOK) import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products. It includes applicable laws, guidelines, import procedures, and contact details of key trade regulatory and specialist agencies click here
28 Aug 2023 Kenya FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Kenya and provides information on certificates required by the Government of Kenya (GOK) to export food and agricultural products into the country. The Kenya Electronic Import Export System provides a single point for importers and exporters to electronically submit certificates and receive approvals from relevant trade regulatory agencies. click here
24 Aug 2023 China P rp New Feed Additives and Ingredients Announced On July 21, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) announced its approval of two new varieties of feed additives, four feed ingredients, and modifications to the feed additives and ingredients catalogs click here
23 Aug 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Enacts New Legislation for Food Labeling and Advertising The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka’s (Sri Lanka) Ministry of Health recently introduced the Food (Labeling and Advertising) Regulations (2022). These new regulations regulate the labeling and advertising requirements of packaged food effective January 1, 2024, replacing the current Food (Labeling and Advertising) Regulations (2005) click here
17 Aug 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Enacts Regulations to Ban and Limit Trans-fats in Food Products The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka (Sri Lanka) recently introduced the Food (Trans-Fat) Regulations (2022), that bans and limits the use of high trans-fats foods effective January 1, 2024. The new regulations requires packaged food containing trans-fats to label the trans-fats content. It prohibits the sale of any food, which the content of trans-fats (other than trans-fats naturally occurring in fat of animal origin) exceeds two percent of the total fat contained in the food, as well as bans partially hydrogenated oils click here
16 Aug 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Enacts New Regulation on Genetically Engineered Food Imports The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka’s (Sri Lanka) Ministry of Health recently amended the Food (Control of Import, Labeling, and Sale of Genetically Modified Foods) Regulations (2006). The Sri Lankan government notified the new regulations (dated June 12, 2023) in the Gazette of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka – Extraordinary (official gazette) on June 23, 2023 click here
16 Aug 2023 India : India Provides a Six-Month Timeline Extension for Brand Name-Trademark Disclaimer on Front-of-Pack Labels On July 5, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified Direction No. I-94/FSSAI/SP (Claims and Advertisement)/2017. The notification was subsequently published on the FSSAI website on July 6, 2023 click here
16 Aug 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Enacts New Legislation for the Fortification of Refined Wheat Flour The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka’s (Sri Lanka) Ministry of Health recently introduced the Food (Refined Wheat Flour Fortification) Regulations (2022). The new regulations regulate the folic acid and iron fortification requirements of refined wheat flour for retail sale for domestic consumption and bread manufacturing effective January 1, 2024 click here
11 Aug 2023 Egypt A rp FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual In June 2022, Egypt launched a trial phase of the Advanced Clearance Information (ACI) system on airfreight, in which a three-month grace period will be extended prior to enforcement. Within this system, traders must register with the designated platforms (CargoX for exporters and importers, and ACI for importers only). click here
11 Aug 2023 Egypt A rp FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The Egyptian Government no longer requires the authentication of Certificates of Origin from the Egyptian Embassy; however, authentication of animal health certificates is still required. On June 16, 2023, the Government of Egypt (GOE) issued a WTO/TBT addendum extending the requirement for halal certification of imported milk and dairy products until October 1, 2023 click here
09 Aug 2023 EU-28 De Facto Suspension of Vanilla Extract Exports to the EU U.S. exporters of vanilla extract are advised not to ship product to the European Union until further notice. The European Union introduced a requirement for an official certificate providing guarantees from the U.S. Government about the compliance of U.S. vanilla extract with the EU’s maximum residue levels of ethylene oxide click here
08 Aug 2023 Netherland The Dutch Impose a Single Use Plastic Levy On July 1, the Netherlands introduced a Single Use Plastic (SUP) levy. The new measure stems from the European Union’s (EU) Directive on Single Use Plastics (SUP), which aims to reduce the impact of single-use plastic on the environment. Foodservice and food retail outlets may no longer give customers disposable cups and containers containing plastics for free. Customers must now pay for these disposable plastic cups and containers click here
04 Aug 2023 Canada FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report highlights certification requirements for food and agricultural products exported to Canada and supplements the FAIRS Country Report CA2023-0025. click here
01 Aug 2023 Philippines Corn Import Regulations and Standards This report outlines the Philippine government requirements for the importation of corn. It also provides points of contact for key Philippine government authorities. click here
01 Aug 2023 Ghana FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The 2023 FAIRS Annual Country Report provides up to date information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana. The Government of Ghana announced a new policy in November 2022, suspending forex support for the import of some products it identified as non-critical click here
01 Aug 2023 BosniA-Hrzgovin FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Important points of contact for U.S. food exporters are listed in the appendices. Sections updated in June 2023: Executive Summary, Section I. Food Laws, and Section VII. Other Specific Standards click here
31 Jul 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual – 2023 This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka (Sri Lanka). An export certificate matrix is included in this report. The requirements listed are specific for consignments coming directly from the United States of America to Sri Lanka, or transshipped in sealed containers with invoices stating that Sri Lanka is the final destination. click here
31 Jul 2023 Israel FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, invoice declaration, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment click here
31 Jul 2023 Ghana FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information on the certificates required for the importation of food and agricultural products into Ghana, plus further information on food product registration, labeling, import permits and other relevant information to assist U.S. exporters. This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Ghana. click here
28 Jul 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual – 2023 The Food Act No. 26 of 1980, Animal Feed Act No. 15 of 1986, Plant Protection Act No. 35 of 1999, and Import and Export Control Act No. 1 of 1969 are the main laws that govern food imports into Sri Lanka. Import regulation are in the hands of several state institutions, making the process complicated and time-consuming. Although several regulations have been in place for decades, new regulations are in the pipeline click here
28 Jul 2023 Ecuador FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and identifying the relevant local agencies with oversight over these issues. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. This report supplements the FAS Quito Food and Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Country Annual 2023 report click here
27 Jul 2023 Ecuador FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. It is a guide to the regulations that exporters need to consider in order to enter their products into the Ecuadorian market. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided throughout this report. click here
26 Jul 2023 Turkey FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines specific requirements for importing food and agricultural products into Turkey and should be read in conjunction with the FAIRS Export Certificate report. While there were no major legislative or regulatory changes within the last year, there were some noteworthy developments, among which was the Ministry of Agriculture & Forestry’s decision to reinstate its requirement for original copies of health certificates/certificates of free sale, effective August 2022 click here
26 Jul 2023 Ukraine FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual No new bilateral certificates were negotiated during the period from the second half of 2022 through the first half of 2023. The Export Certificate Matrix was updated to include only bilaterally negotiated certificates. In 2020, Ukraine introduced generic certificates for products of animal origin and sample certificates for live animals and reproductive materials click here
26 Jul 2023 Saudi Arab FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Over the past several years, Saudi Arabia published several new regulations and standards, some of which were notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Unfortunately, many of these standards (both mandatory and voluntary) were immediately implemented making it difficult for U.S. exporters to comment or adjust click here
26 Jul 2023 Saudi Arab FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) - Certificates Report. These certificates are required for the importation of food and agricultural products into the Kingdom. Information in this report supplements the FAIRS Annual Country Report. click here
26 Jul 2023 BosniA-Hrzgovin FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides guidance and lists and describes certificates/documents that must accompany food and agricultural products exported to Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) as required by pertaining regulations. Report last updated: June 2023. click here
26 Jul 2023 Kazakhstan FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by Kazakhstan. Since the 2022 FAIRS Report was published, there have been no major updates to Kazakhstani food and agricultural import regulations and standards. Section X includes information on the newly launched online "Kazakhstan Trade Portal" outlining required processes for importing, exporting, and transiting products to and from Kazakhstan. click here
26 Jul 2023 Kazakhstan FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. Please note that certification requirements may continue to change as Kazakhstan reforms its standards and regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and World Trade Organization (WTO) commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. There have been no updates to export certification requirements since June 2022. click here
26 Jul 2023 Ukraine FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Ukraine continuously enforces food safety regulations for commercial imports despite Russia’s fullscale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, with very few exceptions. This report explains the existing regulatory landscape, including new regulations adopted throughout 2022 and early 2023 under the European Union regulatory approximation agenda click here
25 Jul 2023 India India - Implementation of Transition Period for the Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate for Imports of Milk and Milk Products On July 17, 2023, Indias Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying/Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), published Office Memorandum (OM) L-11/1/2019-Trade (E-11542). The OM grants additional transition time to stakeholders before implementation begins on the requirement of the integrated veterinary health certificate (VHC) for the import of milk and milk products into India click here
25 Jul 2023 Hong Kong FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides guidelines on Hong Kong’s food import regulations. For the 2023 FAIRS report, the following changes have been made: 1) Section II – Labeling. Effective December 1, 2023, food containing hydrogenated oils must be labeled, 2) Instructions for brand name and food name on package have been updated, 3) Section III – Packaging. Glass Beverage Containers Scheme (GPRS) information update after implementation on May 1, 2023, and 4) Section VI: Other Requirements, Regulations, and Registration Measures. Effective February 1, 2023, click here
24 Jul 2023 Israel FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Israel amended its Public Health Protection Act (Food) to reduce regulatory burdens on food importation. The amendments include the adoption of the European Union regulation for contaminants, cancelation of numerous food standards, and an importation track called the “European Track”. The amendments came into force on January 1, 2023. click here
24 Jul 2023 China P rp Revised Administrative Measures for Product Formula Registration of Formula Milk Powder for Infants and Young Children Published On July 10, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released revised Administrative Measures for Product Formula Registration of Formula Milk Powder for Infants and Young Children. The revised Measures will enter into force on October 1, 2023. This report provides an unofficial translation of the Measures. click here
24 Jul 2023 Honduras New Import Permit Requirements for Rice and Poultry in Honduras Poultry and Products, FAIRS Export Certificate Report, FAIRS Country Report, FAIRS Subject Report, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative, Grain and Feed, Country/Regional FTAs, Trade Policy Incident Report, Trade Policy Monitoring, WTO Notifications, Detained Shipments click here
21 Jul 2023 Hong Kong FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Hong Kong does not have any certification changes for food imports since the last report submitted in July 2022. This report lists the certificates required by the Hong Kong Government (HKG) for U.S. agricultural and food exports to Hong Kong. Certificate samples are included in the appendix. click here
20 Jul 2023 China P rp China Issues Quality Standard for Nut and Seed Food The State Administration for Market Regulation issued the General Quality Standard for Nut and Seed Food, which will come into force on August 1, 2023. The national standard, which replaces the existing General Standard for Roasted Seed and Nuts (GB/T 22165-2008), provides terms and definitions, classification, technical requirements, inspection methods and rules, as well as labeling, packaging, transportation, and storage requirements for nut and seed products click here
18 Jul 2023 South Africa South Africa Issues New Draft Regulation on Food Labelling On May 21, 2023, the South African Minister of Health issued a Government Notice (R.3337) inviting public comments on a draft regulation relating to the labelling and advertising of food products under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No.54 of 1972). The official deadline for the submission of comments or representation on the draft regulation to the South African Director General of Health is July 21, 2023 click here
18 Jul 2023 Bangladesh pr FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The FAIRS Annual Country Report maintains the baseline information for Bangladesh as it relates to all food and feed. In addition to an overview of the Government of Bangladesh’s regulatory infrastructure and import control policies, this report includes FAS/Dhaka’s assessment of laws and requirements for food and agricultural products imposed on imports click here
13 Jul 2023 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, U.S. export health certificates are now required to either follow the Great Britain model health certificates (for destinations within England, Scotland, or Wales) or the European Union model health certificates if shipping to Northern Ireland. U.S. exporters should ensure that they apply for the correct certificate from the relevant U.S. government authority. click here
11 Jul 2023 Australia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists examples of the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exports of food and agricultural products. Australia’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently click here
11 Jul 2023 Australia FAIRS Annual Country Report All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant, and animal health. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. All imported food must comply with quarantine and imported food requirements, and then with food safety requirements. click here
10 Jul 2023 Colombia Update Sodium Regulation Compliance with Mandatory Third Party Certifications in Colombia Starting July 13, 2023, a third party certification issued by accredited certifying bodies will be mandatory to certify maximum sodium levels in processed products listed in Colombian Resolution 2013 of 2020. click here
03 Jul 2023 Canada Canada Consults on Food Compositional Standards Modernization The federal government opened consultations on regulatory changes to the Food and Drug Regulations to allow the incorporation by reference of food compositional standards. Stakeholders have until September 22, 2023, to submit their comments click here
30 Jun 2023 Myanmar FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report reflects significant changes from the June 2022 report, including updates on Food Labeling in Section II, Other Specific Standards in Section VII, Import Procedures Section IX, and Trade Facilitation in Section X. click here
30 Jun 2023 Nicaragua FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report describes Nicaraguan regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural products. As of June 2023, there had been no major changes since the 2022 report. click here
30 Jun 2023 Vietnam Soc Rep FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides information of the food and agricultural laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. Updates were made to the Executive Summary, Section I – Food Laws, Section II – Labeling Requirements, Section 6.3.2. Import Quarantine for Plants and Plant Products and Section X – Trade Facilitation. Minor updates were made to Section IV – Food Additives Regulations and Section 8.1. Laws on Intellectual Property. click here
30 Jun 2023 Myanmar FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The contents of this report do not change from the previous report in 2021. This report lists the major certificates required by the Burmese government agencies for U.S agricultural products exported to Burma click here
30 Jun 2023 Thailand FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand, including fruit and vegetables, live animals, beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, hides and skins, distillers dried grains, live animals, and any food that undergoes a production process (i.e., make, mix, prepare and repacking). Certification requirements for food derived from genetically modified organisms (GM plant, animal and microorganisms) and alcoholic beverages have been updated. click here
30 Jun 2023 Thailand FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report includes updates in Section I. Food Laws: 1.2 Prohibited Food or Substances and 1.3.1 Premarketing Control; Section II Labeling Requirements: 2.10 GM Food Labeling and 2.13 The Use of the Term “Premium” on Food Labels; Section VII Other Specific Standards: 7.1 Laboratory Testing, 7.9.2 Import Requirements for Potatoes for Processing, 7.11 Alcoholic Beverages, 7.15 Genetically Modified Food, and 7.16 Tea Infusion; and Appendix 1 Government Regulatory Agency Contacts click here
30 Jun 2023 Turkey FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This 2023 Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report for Turkey lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by Turkish government for food and agricultural products imports to Turkey click here
30 Jun 2023 Costa Rica FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information and guidance on the export certification requirements for U.S. products entering Costa Rica. This report supplements the 2023 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report prepared by the San Jose Office of Agricultural Affairs. click here
30 Jun 2023 Costa Rica FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines the regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural products entering Costa Rica. Since the 2022 report, Costa Rica has taken steps to facilitate the registration of agricultural chemistry approved in the United States and other Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development countries. There have been no significant changes to the import regulations for food products click here
30 Jun 2023 Nicaragua FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information on export certification requirements for U.S. food and agricultural exports to Nicaragua. There were no significant changes to required export certificates since the 2022 report. This report supplements the 2023 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Country Report. click here
30 Jun 2023 Vietnam Soc Rep FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides an overview of Vietnam’s certification requirements for imported food and agricultural products. As of June 2023, Vietnam made no changes to its certification requirements. Updates are made in Section II.4 – Phytosanitary Certificate and Section III.4 – Health Certificate for Live Animals and Section III.5 - Export Certificate for Products of Animal Origin as the U.S. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) updated its export certificate regulations. click here
30 Jun 2023 Dominic Rep FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (GoDR) for imports of food and agricultural products. No substantive changes were published as of June 2023. click here
30 Jun 2023 Dominic Rep FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report summarizes the key technical and import requirements for food and agricultural products imposed by the Government of the Dominican Republic (GoDR). For 2022, GoDR imposed no substantial changes on technical or import requirements for food and agricultural products. click here
29 Jun 2023 Egypt A rp The Egyptian Government Extends Beef Liver Shelf-Life Decision Another Year On June 26, 2023, Egypt Minister of Trade and Industry (MTI) signed Decree No. 233 /2023. The decree renewed an earlier decision that extended the shelf-life validity period for imported frozen fish from six to nine months and of frozen beef liver from seven to ten months click here
28 Jun 2023 Egypt A rp Egypt Notifies Another Postponement of Halal Dairy Certification Requirement Until October 1 2023 Agricultural Situation, Dairy and Products, FAIRS Subject Report, Special Certification - Organic/Kosher/Halal, WTO Notifications click here
27 Jun 2023 Bangladesh pr FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines the Bangladesh government required documents to facilitate the importation of U.S. food and agricultural products. Post has not made substantive changes to the report for 2023. click here
26 Jun 2023 Canada FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Canada intends to establish a regulatory framework for plastic packaging, covering minimum recycled content requirements, and rules for compostability, and the use of recyclability signs on packaging. Additionally, Canada intends to introduce regulatory requirements for advertising foods and beverages to children under the age of 13. For both initiatives, draft regulations are expended at the end of 2023, or in early 2024, with the opportunity for stakeholder engagement via public consultations. click here
23 Jun 2023 India GOI Invites Comments on Draft Amendments to Alcoholic Beverages Regulations 2023 On June 8, 2023, the Government of India (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) invited World Trade Organization (WTO) members to provide comments on draft amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Amendment Regulations 2023. click here
21 Jun 2023 China P rp Amended National Food Safety Standard Milk Powder and Modified Milk Powder Notified to WTO On June 2, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) notified National Food Safety Standard Milk Powder and Modified Milk Powder to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1160/Add.1. This standard modifies terms and definitions of the previous notification G/SPS/N/CHN/1160 from May 20, 2020 click here
21 Jun 2023 New Zealand FAIRS Country Report Annual New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. Key recent changes include regulations relating to organic foods, as well as the introduction of country-of-origin labeling for some products. click here
15 Jun 2023 Morocco Morocco Notifies Changes to Animal Feed Regulation Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/97 on April 26, 2023. The notification concerns Morocco’s animal feed regulation. Comments are due no later than June 25, 2023. An unofficial translation is included in this report. click here
15 Jun 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Enacts New Legislation to Color Code Sugar Levels for Liquid Food The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka’s (Sri Lanka) Ministry of Health recently introduced the Food (Color Coding for Sugar Levels - Liquid) Regulations (2022). These new regulations regulate the labeling of the sugar content of liquids effective January 1, 2024, replacing the current Food (Color Coding for Sugar Levels) Regulations (2016) click here
14 Jun 2023 Egypt A rp National Food Safety Authority Issues Maximum Residues for Trans Fatty Acids in Foods On October 18, 2022, Egypt’s National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) published Decision No. 19/2022, Maximum Residues for Trans Fatty Acids in Foods in the Egyptian Chronicles with an effective date of October 19, 2022. The Arabic version is attached as translation is currently not available, however, Post will update this report with a translated version as soon as it is available click here
14 Jun 2023 Egypt A rp Egypt National Food Safety Authority Issued Requirements for Food Traceability On October 18, 2022, Egypt National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) published Decision No. 16/2022, Food Traceability Requirements, in the Egyptian Chronicles, with an effective date of October 19, 2022. Unofficial translation provided below. click here
12 Jun 2023 China P rp National Standard for Use of Nutritional Fortification Substances in Food On March 15, 2012, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission released National Food Safety Standard for Use of Nutritional Fortification Substances in Foods (GB14880- 2012), which entered into force on January 1, 2013. This report contains an unofficial translation of the standard click here
09 Jun 2023 New Zealand FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of New Zealand for U.S. exporters and food and agricultural products. New Zealand’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently click here
07 Jun 2023 India India FSSAI Re-Operationalizes its Directive Relating to Revised Limit Specifications for Infant Nutrition Foods On May 22, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website Direction REG-11027/3/2022-RegulationFSSAI. The FSSAI direction informs that the draft Food Safety and Standards (Food for Infant Nutrition) Regulations (2022) are being re-operationalized. Limit levels for selenium, manganese, iron, and biotin are being re-operationalized as of April 1, 2023. click here
06 Jun 2023 China P rp National Standard for Drinking Water Quality Released On March 15, 2022, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) State Administration for Market Regulation and National Standardization Committee released National Food Safety Standard for Drinking Water Quality (GB5749-2022), which entered into force on April 1, 2023. This report contains an unofficial translation of the standard click here
01 Jun 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for the General Requirements for Food Production Enterprises On June 1, 2009, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) released National Food Safety Standard for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) System for General Requirements for Food Production Enterprises (GB/T 27341-2009), which entered into force on February 17, 2009 click here
01 Jun 2023 China P rp Decree 248 Changes and the June 30 Deadline The General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) has alerted importers that certain overseas facilities should “complete” their registration by June 30, 2023. Facilities seeking to minimize potential trade disruptions should upload relevant information into CIFER by June 23, 2023. Products arriving in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) after June 30 from facilities with registrations that produce certain categories of products and whose registration applications are not “complete” may be at risk of not being able to clear customs click here
30 May 2023 China P rp Three New Foods and Their Applicable Food Safety Standards Published On May 10, 2023, the People Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC) released a Catalog of new food ingredients, new varieties for food additives, and new food related products which were announced during 2009 to 2021 with the applicable corresponding food safety standards click here
26 May 2023 China P rp Information for Industry Regarding Decree 248 and CIFER Exporters are encouraged to verify that their suppliers, production, and/or cold storage facilities are registered with the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) prior to shipping food and agricultural products to the Peoples Republic of China (PRC). click here
26 May 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Limits of Pathogens in PrePackaged Foods On September 7, 2021, the People Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC) and the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) released the National Food Safety Standard for Limits of Pathogens in Pre-packaged Foods (GB 29921-2021), which entered into force on November 22, 2021 click here
25 May 2023 India Stomping Out the Bugs - The FSSAI Operationalizes Pesticide MRLs for use in India Tea Plantations On April 27, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website the Direction SS-T007/1/2023-Standard-FSSAI click here
25 May 2023 Canada Canada Consults on the Intent to Regulate PFAS On May 20, 2023, Canada opened public consultations on the intent to add per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the list of toxic substances regulated under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. PFAS are substances found in a wide range of products, including food packaging. Interested stakeholders may submit comments until July 19, 2023 click here
24 May 2023 China P rp Five National Food Safety Standards Issued for Domestic Comments On May 10, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Food Safety Standards Monitoring and Evaluation Department of the National Health Commission (NHC) published an announcement soliciting domestic public comments on five national food safety standards for food nutrition fortifiers, food additives, protein testing, dairy powder, and modified dairy powder click here
24 May 2023 China P rp Draft National Food Safety Standard of Protein Determination Issued for Domestic Comments On May 10, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Food Safety Standards Monitoring and Evaluation Department of the National Health Commission (NHC) published an announcement soliciting domestic public comments on several draft national food safety standards click here
19 May 2023 Egypt A rp Egypt National Food Safety Authority Issued Technical Requirements for Food Contact Materials and Articles On October 18, 2022, Egypt National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) published Decision No. 17/2022, the Binding Technical Rules for Food Contact Materials and Articles, in the Egyptian Chronicles, with an effective date of October 19, 2022. Unofficial translation attached. click here
19 May 2023 Egypt A rp Egypt National Food Safety Authority Issued Requirements for Food Traceability On October 18, 2022, Egypt National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) published Decision No. 16/2022, Food Traceability Requirements, in the Egyptian Chronicles, with an effective date of October 19, 2022. Unofficial translation provided below. click here
18 May 2023 Malawi FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from Unites States to Malaysia. The report is supplemented by the Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Export Certificate Report 2023. click here
18 May 2023 Germany FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas, which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU are summarized in the EU FAIRS report. click here
17 May 2023 India India Bans Imports of Apples with Declared CIF Values of Less Than Indian Rupees 50 per Kilogram On May 8, 2023, the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) published Notification No. 5/2023, Amendment in Import Policy Conditions of Apples under the Indian Trade Classification (ITC) Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HS) Code 0808.1000 of Chapter-08 of the ITC (HS), 2022, Schedule-I (Import Policy). click here
15 May 2023 China P rp FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report presents regulations and standards applicable to food and agricultural imports, including changes to existing standards. In 2022, China released and implemented several new regulations and standards that impact trade click here
15 May 2023 Singapore FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual The report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Singapore. Updates include the Food (Amendment) Regulations 2022 that came into effect July 31, 2022. click here
15 May 2023 China P rp FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists the major registration requirements and export certificates required for food and agricultural exports to the People’s Republic of China (PRC). In 2022, the implementation of Decree 248 created substantial hurdles to shipping certain commodities, but the PRC made no changes to export certificate requirements click here
11 May 2023 Canada Updated Guidance on Front-of-Package Nutrition Labeling Health Canada published an updated guidance document to assist businesses in complying with front-ofpackage nutrition labeling (FOPNL) requirements. The implementation date for these requirements remains January 1, 2026. click here
10 May 2023 Korea Dp rp FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into the Republic of South Korea. Updates to the 2022 FAIRS Report are included in Sections I, II, IV, V, VI, VII, X and Appendix II. click here
10 May 2023 Philippines FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines the Philippine government’s required documents of the United States in order to facilitate the importation of U.S. food and agricultural products. Post has made updates to Annex II on USDA APHIS Certificates for Live Animals. click here
10 May 2023 Germany FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides Germany specific information that complements the EU-27 FAIRS Export Certificate Annual Report, which covers the harmonized EU certificate requirements click here
10 May 2023 Korea Dp rp FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report includes technical information and certificate requirements for food and agricultural product exports to the Republic of South Korea. click here
09 May 2023 Morocco FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Moroccan government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products for human and animal consumption. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing an assessment of laws and requirements for food and agricultural products imposed on imports. It also provides points of contact for key Moroccan government authorities. click here
05 May 2023 China P rp Notice on Fake Registration Portals - Decree 248 On April 28, the General Administration of Customs of the People Republic of China (GACC) stated that they would “like to raise an alarm over fake online portals” related to the E-government platform for the China Import Food Enterprise Registration (CIFER) single window that is being used in conjunction with the PRCs Decree 248 registration requirements click here
05 May 2023 India India FSSAI Publishes 2023 Draft Amendments to the Foods for Infant Nutrition Regulations On April 5, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification No. F. No. Std/SP-05/T(IFR-02). The notification was published in the Gazette of India (official gazette) on March 29, 2023, covering the draft amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations (2020) click here
03 May 2023 Singapore FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report discussed food and agricultural export product certificates currently required by the Singapore Government. click here
02 May 2023 Haiti FAIRS Annual Country Report Annua This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Government of Haiti for food and agricultural imports. The following sections of this report summarize the major requirements for the following: Food Laws; Labeling; Packaging and Container; Food Additive Regulations; Pesticides and Other Contaminants; Other Requirements, Regulations, and Registration measures; Other Specific Standards; Trademarks, Brand Names, and Intellectual Property Rights; Import Procedures; and Trade Facility. click here
01 May 2023 Senegal FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. It provides information and guidance on import requirements, procedures, and documentation. click here
01 May 2023 Senegal FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported food and agriculture products, including live animals. click here
26 Apr 2023 Nigeria FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual As the global food and agricultural trade continues to integrate, Nigeria has formulated structures, strategies, laws, and food control systems, including regulatory authorities, to enhance public health, food safety, and international trade. click here
26 Apr 2023 Venezuela FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report identifies the export certification requirements for agricultural and food products. The Venezuelan ministries issue import permits, import licenses, and register processed food products. This report reflects minor changes from the 2022 report. click here
26 Apr 2023 Haiti FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of Haiti for imports of food and agricultural products. The following sections of this report indicate the certificates required for each category of products, including their purpose, the requesting ministry, and their outlines. click here
26 Apr 2023 Panama Canal Zone FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual New changes to Panama import requirements reflected in this report are for fresh potatoes, poultry products, and sanitary registrations for pet food, raw materials, ingredients and additives. Consumers continue to perceive U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in continuous growth in demand. click here
26 Apr 2023 France FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Panama recognizes the certificates and standards of the U.S. regulatory and sanitary inspection system, based on the United States – Panama Agreement regarding certain sanitary and phytosanitary measures and technical standards affecting trade in agricultural products, of December 20, 2006, simplifying requirements for the importation of U.S. food and feed products click here
26 Apr 2023 Nigeria FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report highlights all major certificates and permits that the government of Nigeria (GON) require for exporting food and agricultural products from the United States to Nigeria. It also complements click here
26 Apr 2023 Morocco FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Morocco requires. The Moroccan food safety authority, “Office National de Sécurité Sanitaire des Produits Alimentaires” (ONSSA) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. click here
26 Apr 2023 Venezuela FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an annual update of Venezuelas agricultural product import standards and enforcement mechanisms for U.S. exporters of agricultural commodities, foods, and beverages. click here
25 Apr 2023 China P rp Decree 248 Product List Update - April 2023 The General Administration of Customs of the People Republic of China (GACC) recently updated the list of products subject to Decree 248 and has not notified these changes to trade partners. Between February 27, 2023, and April 19, 2023, it added 18 products click here
20 Apr 2023 China P rp Updated Phytosanitary Certificates WTO Notified On April 14, 2023, China notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1278 two updated phytosanitary certificate templates. These are the Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Phytosanitary Certificate and the Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Phytosanitary Certificate for Re-Export click here
20 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard Restricting Excessive Packaging for Foods and Cosmetics In August 2021, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) released an updated National Food Safety Standard Restricting Excessive Packaging for Foods and Cosmetics (GB 23350-2021) click here
17 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Use of Additives for Food Contact Materials and Articles Amendment Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified an Amendment of the National Food Safety Standard for Use of Additives for Food Contact Materials and Articles to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1263. click here
17 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Canned Complementary Foods for Infants and Young Children Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified an updated National Food Safety Standard of Canned Complementary Foods for Infants and Young Children to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1270. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023 click here
17 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Food Additive Lutein Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified an updated National Food Safety Standard of Food Additive Lutein to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1266. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023 click here
14 Apr 2023 China P rp Animal Husbandry Law 2022 Revision On October 30, 2022, the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) National Peoples Congress (NPC) Standing Committee issued the revised Animal Husbandry Law of the PRC. This revised Law came into effect on March 1, 2023. click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Food Nutrition Fortifier Sodium Iron EDTA Notified On March 6, 2023, China notified an updated National Food Safety Standard for Food Nutrition Fortifier Sodium Iron EDTA to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1274. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023 click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Food Nutrition Fortifier Heme Iron Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified a new National Food Safety Standard of Food Nutrition Fortifier Heme Iron to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1267. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023. click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Jellies Amendment Sheet Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified an amendment to the National Food Safety Standard for Jellies to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1264. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023 click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp 2005 Hygienic Standard for Dried Fruits The following report contains an unofficial translation of the 2005 Hygienic Standard for Dried Fruits (GB16325-2005). This unofficial translation is intended for informational purposes. The final standard has not changed since going into effect on October 1, 2005. click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Cereal-based Complementary Foods for Infants and Young Children Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified an updated National Food Safety Standard of Cereal-based Complementary Foods for Infants and Young Children to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1269. click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Fermented Wine and its Preparation Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Fermented Wine and Its Preparation to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1265. The deadline for comments submission is May 5, 2023 click here
12 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Food Nutritional Fortifier L-Lysine L-Aspartate On March 6, 2023, China notified a new National Food Safety Standard of Food Nutritional Fortifier L-Lysine L-Aspartate to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1273 click here
11 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for the Control of Dioxins and PCBs in Foods Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified a new National Food Safety Standard for the Control of Dioxins and PCBs in Foods to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1275. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023. click here
11 Apr 2023 India India FSSAI Strikes Again - Food Safety Authority Amends Food Product Standards and Food Additives Regulations On February 28, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Second Amendment Regulations (2023) in the Gazette of India (Notification No. STD/FA/A1.30/No.1/2020-FSSAI). click here
11 Apr 2023 India Got Milk - India DAHD Publishes its Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate for the Import of Milk and Milk Products On March 31, 2023, India’s Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying/Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), published its integrated veterinary health certificate (VHC) for the import of milk and milk products into India click here
10 Apr 2023 Malaysia FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Malaysia. This report supplements the Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report 2023. click here
07 Apr 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard of Food Additive Vegetable Carbon Notified to WTO On March 6, 2023, China notified an updated National Food Safety Standard of Food Additive Vegetable Carbon to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1271. The deadline for comment submission is May 5, 2023. click here
05 Apr 2023 China P rp Formulas for Special Medical Purposes Intended for Infants Draft Standard Notified On March 6, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard: Formulas for Special Medical Purposes Intended for Infants (GB25596-xxxx) to the WTO SPS as G/SPS/N/CHN/1268. This Draft Standard will replace the existing National Food Safety Standard: Formulas for Special Medical Purposes Intended for Infants (GB25596-2010). click here
29 Mar 2023 China P rp Maximum Levels of Nitrite in Foods Notified to WTO On March 7, 2023, the People Republic of China (PRC) notified revised Maximum Levels (MLs) of Nitrite to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1276. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to the PRCs SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center until May 5, 2023 click here
29 Mar 2023 Canada CARM Customs Program to Expand in Fall 2023 Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will implement the second release of its Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) project in October 2023. The project is aimed at importers of record, including U.S. non-resident importers (NRIs), who are strongly encouraged to become familiar with this new electronic customs platform and the CARM client portal. click here
29 Mar 2023 Canada Canada to Revise Uses of Aluminum-Containing Food Additives Following a review of aluminum in foods, Health Canada announced, on March 9, 2023, its intention to revise certain permitted uses of aluminum-containing food additives. Restrictions in use would impact a wide range of food additives, such as anticaking agents, coloring agents, and gelling, thickening, and firming agents. Interested stakeholders may submit new scientific evidence to Health Canada by May 22, 2023. click here
27 Mar 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Maximum Residue Limits of 112 Pesticides in Foods Released On January 4, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA), and State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly announced the publication of a new National Food Safety Standard for 112 Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) in Foods. click here
27 Mar 2023 Philippines Corn TRQ Administration The Philippines maintains a Tariff Rate Quota for corn. Following the reduction of tariffs in 2022 and their extension in 2023, significant interest in how to access the in quota tariff ensued, and in turn, so followed widespread concern among local stakeholders for the process being anti competitive, outdated, and potentially inconsistent with the Philippines commitments with trading partners. click here
24 Mar 2023 China P rp Seed Variety Registration Open for Comment On March 9, 2023, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) published a Decision on Amending and Repealing Some Regulations (Draft for Comments) for seed variety registration. The Draft is open for public comment and includes amendments to the Administrative Measures for NonMajor Crop Variety Record. click here
20 Mar 2023 China P rp China Releases the Standard for Maximum Levels of Contaminants in Foods On June 30, 2022, the National Health Commission (NHC) and the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) released the National Food Safety Standard for Maximum Levels of Contaminants in Foods (GB 2762-2022), which will enter into force on June 30, 2023. click here
17 Mar 2023 China P rp 421 Maximum Residue Limits for 85 Pesticides in Foods Notified to WTO On March 13, 2023, China notified 421 Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1277. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China’s SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until May 12, 2023 click here
15 Mar 2023 China P rp NHC Approves New Food Materials and Additives including GMM Derived Enzymes On March 2, 2023, the National Health Commission (NHC) announced approval of 28 new food materials and additives, of which six are enzymes derived from Genetically Modified Microorganisms (GMMs). click here
15 Mar 2023 India Indias DAHD Publishes Revised Integrated Veterinary Health Certificate for the Import of Milk and Milk Products On March 3, 2023, India’s Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying/Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) published on its website, a revised integrated veterinary health certificate (VHC), that incorporates the DAHD’s sanitary requirements along with those of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India’s (FSSAI) (national food safety authority) food safety requirements. click here
10 Mar 2023 China P rp 2023 National Food Safety Standards Plan Call for Comments On March 7, 2023, China Food Safety Standards Monitoring and Evaluation Department of the National Health Commission (NHC) released a letter soliciting public comments on the 2023 Plan for National Food Safety Standards click here
08 Mar 2023 China P rp Registration and Export Processes for US Pet Food and Related Products to PRC China The People Republic of China (PRC) is an increasingly important market for the United States pet food and related products industry. Although import volumes of certain pet foods (such as dog and cat food) remained flat over the last several years, U.S. market share in this category has grown significantly. click here
07 Mar 2023 South Africa Proposed Amendments to Food Labeling and Advertising Regulations On January 31, 2023, the South African Ministry of Health issued a Government Notice (R 2986) inviting comments on the draft regulation relating to the labeling and advertising of foods. Draft regulations specify mandatory warning labels, guidelines, requirements and restrictions on food packaging, ingredients, allergens and health claims among others. click here
07 Mar 2023 India FSSAI Defers Compliance Timeline for Health Certificate Requirements for Imports of Milk - Pork - Fish Products Until Further Notice On February 24, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order pertaining to FSSAI Order TIC-20012/2021-IMPORTS-FSSAI (E2475), extending the compliance date for a third time for Imports of Milk, Pork, and Fish Products click here
07 Mar 2023 India India FSSAI Grants a Six-Month Timeline Extension on the Implementation of the Disclaimer for Brand Name-Trademark on Front-of-Pack Labels On February 27, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website Direction 1-94/FSSAI/SP (Claims and Advertisement)/2017. click here
07 Mar 2023 China P rp Decree 248 Product List Update February 2023 The General Administration of Customs of the People Republic of China (GACC) updated the list of products subject to Decree 248. In addition to minor changes made earlier, GACC removed 239 products between February 10 – 27 click here
07 Mar 2023 U Arab Emts UAE Updated Technical Regulation for Animal Slaughtering According to Islamic Rules On November 30th, 2022, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) published the updated mandatory technical regulation UAE.S. 993/2022 “Animal Slaughtering Requirements According to Islamic Rules”, and effective date December 1st, 2023. click here
27 Feb 2023 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. The requirements listed herein are specific for consignments coming directly from the United States to Jordan or transshipped in a sealed container with invoices stating that Jordan is the destination. click here
27 Feb 2023 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Jordan occasionally bans imports of specific products due to sanitary-phytosanitary (SPS) concerns. Agriculture Law 13 (2015) stipulates that the import of raw, unprocessed food items is subject to the Ministry of Agriculture granting import license approval. Regulators also at times use technical barriers to trade to protect domestic interests. click here
27 Feb 2023 Philippines MFN Tariff Schedule Opens for Public Comment On February 22, 2023, the Philippine Tariff Commission announced that it will commence a Comprehensive Review of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) Tariff Schedule, covering all products/tariff lines falling under Chapters 1 to 97 of Section 1611 of the CMTA, to set the MFN Tariff Schedule for 2024 to 2028 click here
27 Feb 2023 China P rp National Food Safety Standards for Public Comment Draft Released On February 13, 2023, the National Health Commission (NHC) published an announcement to collect public comments from domestic stakeholders on the formulation or revision of 38 national food safety standards, including one standard for contaminants, two standards for food products, seven standards for nutritional and special dietary foods, one production and operational standard, two standards for food additives, two standards for food related products, eighteen standards for physical and chemical testing methods and procedures, and five standards for microbiological testing methods and procedures click here
23 Feb 2023 Philippines TRQ Administration Rules and Regulations This report provides the standard rules and regulations relevant to the administration of the Philippines tariff rate quotas, known locally as Minimum Access Volumes (MAV) and, when authorized, MAV Plus. MAV applies to horses, cattle, swine, goats, live poultry, beef, pork, goat meat, poultry meat, potatoes, coffee, corn, rice, and sugar. click here
22 Feb 2023 India India Reduces Import Duty Tariff Levied on Pecans - Cracking Open the Door for the American Nut On February 1, 2023, India’s Ministry of Finance, Department of Revenue issued Notification No. 02/2023-Customs in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Subsection (i) (official gazette), whereby it sets the import duty tariff rate for pecans, HS code 0802.9900, at 30 percent, effective April 1, 2023 click here
22 Feb 2023 India India FSSAI Revises the 2021 Sample Testing Fees for Domestic and Imported Food Products On February 8, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website the Corrigendum 12014/01/2020-QA (January 19, 2022). This corrigendum modifies the earlier FSSAI Order No. 12014/01/2020-QA (November 3, 2021). FAS New Delhi (Post) interprets the revised FSSAI order as impacting mainly testing fees for fruits and vegetable products and cereal and cereal products click here
22 Feb 2023 Philippines Philippine Rice Import Regulations and Standards This report outlines the Philippine government requirements for the importation of rice, including significant developments since 2022, when the government generally stopped approving issuances of the Sanitary-Phytosanitary Import Clearance (SPSIC) import permit. click here
22 Feb 2023 China P rp China Notifies National Standard Restricting Excessive Packaging for Edible Agricultural Products On February 3, 2023, China notified a new national standard to the World Trade Organization (WTO) restricting excessive packaging for edible agricultural products (G/TBT/N/CHN/1715). The deadline for comment submission is April 4, 2023 click here
17 Feb 2023 China P rp Post COVID Food and Agricultural Situation As the PRC dismantles it’s zero-COVID policy measures, there is great optimism about the economy and, particularly, the HRI sector. Stakeholders expect a rebound in travel to fuel recovery in hotels, restaurants, and other outlets. PRC agricultural production, processing, and transportation logistics were resilient during the pandemic, but full economic recovery will be slowed by structural headwinds and cautious consumers click here
09 Feb 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Extends Surcharge on Customs Duties for Select Food and Agricultural Products On November 30, 2022, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Finance, Economic Stabilization and National Policies issued a Customs Notification, imposing a levy on 15 food and agricultural products (HS) headings. The Customs Notification was published in the Gazette of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka – Extraordinary (official gazette) No. 2308/16 (November 30, 2022) click here
30 Jan 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr : Sri Lanka Foreign Exchange Crisis Driven Import Control Regulations On April 9, 2022, the Sri Lankan government issued the Imports and Exports (Control) Regulations No. 06 (2022). These regulations affect several food and non-food commodities. click here
30 Jan 2023 India : India FSSAI Publishes New Standards for Basmati Rice and Other Food Products On January 13, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification No. F. No. Std/Notifications/35.1/2021 on its public website. The notification was published earlier that week in the Gazette of India (official gazette) on January 11, 2023; and pertains to the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) First Amendment Regulations (2023). click here
30 Jan 2023 India : India - FSSAI Notifies List of 79 Designated Ports-of-Entry for the Import of Certain High-Risk Food Products On January 11, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification No. F. No. TIC-B05/5/2022-IMPORTS-FSSAI. The FSSAI notification lists 79 designated ports-of-entry for certain categories of high-risk food products to be imported into India click here
25 Jan 2023 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. The requirements listed herein are specific for consignments coming directly from the United States to Jordan or transshipped in a sealed container with invoices stating that Jordan is the final destination. click here
24 Jan 2023 Belgium FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized at the EU-level or where Belgium varies. click here
23 Jan 2023 Belgium FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Belgium is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and applies the certification requirements described in the European Union Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certification Report. Products not yet harmonized are subject to Belgian national rules. click here
23 Jan 2023 China P rp Updated Catalog of National Food Safety Standards Released On January 11, 2023, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC) released an updated Catalog of National Food Safety Standards click here
23 Jan 2023 Spain Spanish Tax on Non-Reusable Plastic Packaging Enters into Force Exporter Guide, Food Processing Ingredients, Food Service - Hotel Restaurant Institutional, Retail Foods, Competitor, Export Promotion Programs, Honey, Market Development Reports, Market Promotion/Competition, Product Brief, Promotion Opportunities, Sales Mission Evaluation, Snack Foods, Trade Show Announcement, Trade Show Closing, Trade Show Evaluation, FAIRS Subject Report click here
19 Jan 2023 Sri Lanka Dsr : Sri Lanka Import Control Regulations Suspend the Import of 26 Food and Agricultural Products On August 23, 2022, the Sri Lankan government temporary suspended the import of 26 agricultural products. The Imports and Exports (Control) Regulations No. 13 (2022) is a quantitative import restrictive measure click here
19 Jan 2023 China P rp Maximum Residue Limits for 41 Vet Drugs in Foods Published On September 20, 2022, the China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA), the National Health Commission (NHC), and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly published Announcement No. 594 containing the National Food Safety Standard of Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for 41 Veterinary Drugs in Foods (GB 31650.1-2022) and 21 standards of methods for determination of veterinary drug residues click here
17 Jan 2023 India India FSSAI Rolls Out Re-Operationalized Labeling and Display Regulations On January 6, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its public website, Direction STD/SP-08/A1.2022/N-01-Part(I). click here
17 Jan 2023 India India FSSAI Has a Reality Check and Extends the Compliance Timeline for Health Certificate Requirements for Imports of Milk and Pork and Fish Products On January 10, 2023, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order pertaining to FSSAI Order TIC-20012/2/2021-IMPORTS-FSSAI (E2475), extending for a second time, the effective compliance date. The new effective compliance date is now set for March 1, 2023 (the previous effective compliance date was January 1, 2023) click here
17 Jan 2023 India India FSSAI Catches Itself and Expands List of HS Food Product Codes Requiring Health Certificates to Include Chapter 35 - Whey Protein The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) (food safety authority) has just inserted additional harmonized tariff system (HS) food product codes to the FSSAI Order No. 1829/Health Certificate/FSSAI/Imports-2021 of December 28, 2022. click here
13 Jan 2023 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Following the UK’s departure from the European Union (EU), Great Britain (GB) is now outside of the EU single market and customs union, while Northern Ireland (NI) remains within the EU single market and customs union click here
12 Jan 2023 India FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual - 2022 In 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published several food safety related notifications click here
11 Jan 2023 China P rp FAIRS Subject Report Trade Policy Monitoring The General Administration of Customs of the Peoples Republic of China (GACC) recently updated the list of products subject to Decree 248. Between November 7, 2022, and January 4, 2023, it added 19 products and removed 15. click here
11 Jan 2023 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and updates and replaces the 2021 report. Agricultural imports into Peru have returned to a growing pace with respect to 2021 and there are no significant trade issues. click here
11 Jan 2023 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. Current procedures are highlighted and relevant agencies with oversight of these issues are identified. This report replaces the 2021 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report. Updates include the sanitary certificate portion of Section III. click here
06 Jan 2023 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agricultural products as currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). Sections that have been updated for this year include Food Additive Regulations; Labeling Requirements; Other Requirements, Regulations, and Registrations Measures; and Import Procedures. click here
05 Jan 2023 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Based on recent changes to regulations, updated internet links, and revised reporting guidelines, all portions of the report have been updated. The paper evaluates the rules and regulations governing the import of food and agricultural products click here
05 Jan 2023 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The Reports parts have all been modified to reflect the new reporting guidelines, online connections, and contacts. click here
05 Jan 2023 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report As a member of the European Union, France implements EU regulations for the import of animal and plant products. The US export certification requirements for most products are harmonized at the EU level; however, a few products, which are not yet harmonized across the EU, are still subject to French national regulations. click here
05 Jan 2023 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an addendum to the GAIN report number E42022-0063 EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report, October 28, 2022. It lists the Dutch import regulations and standards that are not harmonized within the EU or where the Netherlands varies from the EU standards click here
05 Jan 2023 India FSSAI Publishes List of HS Food Product Codes Requiring Health Certificate On December 28, 2022, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website No: 1829/Health Certificate/FSSAI/Imports-2021. The notification is in continuation to the FSSAI order from August 3, 2022, requiring all milk and milk products; pork and pork products; and fish and fish products, imported into India to be accompanied with a health certificate issued by the competent authority of the exporting country click here
03 Jan 2023 China P rp Market Access Diversification Expands as Commodity and Facility Registration Continues Agriculture in the News, Market Promotion/Competition, FAIRS Subject Report, Sanitary/Phytosanitary/Food Safety, Trade Policy Monitoring click here
30 Dec 2022 China P rp Import Tariff Quota Certificates Issued Electronically and Verified Online On December 26, several authorities of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) issued Announcement No. 132 of 2022 related to the development of an online verification program of several agricultural and related product import tariff quota certificates click here
30 Dec 2022 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report France, as a member of the European Union (EU), generally follows EU directives, regulations, and obligations. This report focuses on food laws in force in France that cover areas which are not EU harmonized. click here
30 Dec 2022 Pakistan ir Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. As compared to the last report submitted in December 2021, this report contains additions to food laws and labelling requirement sections. click here
30 Dec 2022 Pakistan ir Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines Pakistan’s requirements for import permits and export certificates for various food products for human and animal consumption. It also provides a list of the Pakistani government agencies involved in the entry of imported food products. click here
30 Dec 2022 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report supplements information provided in the 2022 Indonesia FAIRS Country Report and updates the 2021 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report. click here
30 Dec 2022 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This is an annual report that was updated in November 2022. click here
30 Dec 2022 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations click here
30 Dec 2022 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Since its European Union (EU) accession in 2004, Lithuania has consistently harmonized its domestic food and agricultural regulations with EU standards. Post advises stakeholders to consult with Lithuanian importers and/or buyers to ensure current requirements are met. Post also recommends that the following report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report, prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA). click here
30 Dec 2022 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Lithuania applies harmonized European Union (EU) regulations, including requisite certificates for most animal- and plant-origin food and agricultural imports from non-EU countries. U.S. exporters should be aware that some interpretational variations can occur between EU Member States and are advised to consult with their Lithuanian importers regarding market access questions. U.S. exporters may also wish to consult with Lithuanian authorities on a case-by-case basis. click here
30 Dec 2022 China P rp COVID Testing and Disinfection on Imported Food and Ag Products Scheduled to End On December 28, the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) published Announcement No. 131 of 2022, indicating a change in classification of COVID-19 controls and management was forthcoming click here
29 Dec 2022 Brazil FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report identifies Brazil’s import requirements for foreign export certificates. Export certificate matrix and outline are included. There are additional certificates and certificate changes added to the trade matrix that affect imports of agricultural products in general. This report supplements the FAIRS Narrative Report. click here
29 Dec 2022 Argentina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview and an update on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverage products to Argentina. Post recommends U.S. suppliers interested in the Argentine market contact our office or local importers to discuss the rules and regulations applicable to import requirements for specific products. click here
29 Dec 2022 Argentina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report includes technical requirements and export certificates for the export of food and agricultural products to Argentina. It complements the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Annual Country 2022 Report click here
29 Dec 2022 Brazil FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual On October 2022, Brazil adopted the Front of Panel Nutritional Label, which has been under discussion since 2014. The two major government regulators for agricultural goods, the National Agency of Sanitary Surveillance (ANVISA) and the Ministry of Agriculture Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA), have also concluded the great majority of the task of reviewing and consolidating the comprehensive set of regulations related to technical and administrative procedures; however, there are still ongoing public consultations, and those are expected to be concluded in 2023 click here
28 Dec 2022 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products exported to Serbia and includes the certificates that are recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management (MAFWM) click here
28 Dec 2022 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hungary, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. Products not yet harmonized are subject to national regulations. Competent Hungarian authorities may need to be consulted, on a case-by-case basis click here
28 Dec 2022 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Hungary is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Hungary that cover areas that are not yet harmonized. click here
28 Dec 2022 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Poland is a European Union (EU) Member State and applies all EU regulations pertaining to imports of food and feed products. U.S. food and feed suppliers to Poland should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies regarding the most current local requirements prior to shipment. click here
28 Dec 2022 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Poland applies European Union (EU) regulatory requirements for all food of animal- and plant-origin. Although the EU has harmonized export certificate requirements for most products, Poland maintains national-level oversight for products still not harmonized under the EU click here
28 Dec 2022 Colombia Colombia Issues New Resolution on Nutrition and Front of Pack Labeling Requirements for Processed Foods On December 13, 2022, Colombia Ministry of Health and Social Protection (MINHEALTH) issued Resolution 2492 of 2022, an amendment of Resolution 810 of 2021 that establishes new front-of-pack label requirements, nutrition profiles, and additional definitions for sweeteners, ultra-processed food, minimally processed food, food products without processing, and processed food products click here
28 Dec 2022 India FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual - 2022 In 2022, India granted import market access to U.S. pork and pork products, marking the resolution of a long-standing barrier to U.S. agricultural trade. In the course of this year, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a series of notifications stipulating that effective January 1, 2023, all milk, pork and fish products imported into India require a health certificate issued by a competent authority of the exporting country in the format published in the FSSAI notification click here
28 Dec 2022 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Highlights: This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. It is recommended to read the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards, because the Czech Republic click here
23 Dec 2022 India The FSSAI 2021 Draft Amendments to the Advertising and Claims Regulation now Published as a Final Amendment On December 13, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published notification No. Std/EC/T(NSF-01) (Appendix I) in the Gazette of India: Extraordinary click here
23 Dec 2022 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Austria, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU are harmonized. click here
23 Dec 2022 Greece FAIRS Annual Country This report provides updated contact information for Greece and gives an overview of Greek food laws in the EU context. It is recommended to read the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards, to obtain a fuller understanding of EU laws as Greece is a member of the European Union and follows its directives and regulations click here
23 Dec 2022 Greece FAIRS Export Certificate Greece, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations. For information on EU export certificates, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certificate Report prepared by the United States Mission to the EU in Brussels. For non-harmonized products click here
23 Dec 2022 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The Netherlands, as a Member State of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. However, rules for the certification of imports are complicated and, in practice, are not always harmonized across EU Member States click here
23 Dec 2022 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Austria. As a member of the European Union, Austria follows EU directives and regulations. U.S. food and agricultural suppliers to Austria should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies for the most current local requirements prior to shipping click here
22 Dec 2022 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EUs Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy specific information click here
22 Dec 2022 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EUs Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certificate report with Italy-specific information click here
20 Dec 2022 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report As a member of the European Union (EU), the Czech Republic implements EU regulations regarding required export certifications click here
20 Dec 2022 Netherland Dutch Delay Implementation of a Deposit Scheme for Cans Country: Netherland The implementation of a much-debated deposit scheme for metal cans in the Netherlands has been delayed until April 1, 2023, due to information technology challenges surrounding the deposit system and an insufficient number of machines to press returned cans. click here
20 Dec 2022 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Bulgaria acceded to the European Union (EU) in 2007 and follows EU directives and regulations pertaining to food safety, quality, and standards click here
20 Dec 2022 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report As a European Union (EU) Member State, Bulgaria applies EU regulatory requirements for all animaland plant-origin food and agricultural imports. Bulgarian regulatory authorities may be consulted, on a case-by-case basis, regarding import requirements for some categories of non-harmonized products. click here
20 Dec 2022 India Draft Amendment on Labeling and Display Regulations for Non-Retail Containers and Certain Other Food Products On December 6, 2022, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website draft notification F.No. STD/SP-08/A1.2022/N-01 (November 30, 2022). click here
20 Dec 2022 Barbados FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Barbados’ import requirements for food and agricultural products. U.S. suppliers should be mindful that while Barbados is receptive to imports, extensive labeling requirements apply for practically all foodstuffs, export certification is required for a large number of items, and import licensing applies to some products as well click here
20 Dec 2022 Barbados FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines Barbados’ certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select export certificates. For import requirements other than export certificates, please refer to the 2022 FAIRS Country Report for Barbados. click here
20 Dec 2022 Morocco WTO Notification on Morocco Marketing of Couscous and Pasta Products Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/93 on December 8, 2022. The notification concerns Morocco’s marketing couscous and pasta products. Comments are due no later than February 6, 2023. An unofficial translation is included in this report. click here
15 Dec 2022 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report focuses on specific Spanish certification requirements that differ from or are in addition to EU-harmonized certification. Compared to 2021, this report contains new country-specific certificates as well as updated links to relevant information sources and contacts. click here
15 Dec 2022 India India Proposes Draft Regulations for Genetically Modified Food for a Second Time On November 21, 2022, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified its draft notification F.No. 1/Standards/GMO&F/Misc/FSSAI/2018 (November 18, 2022). The proposed regulation relates to Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) intended for food use; food ingredients produced from GMOs that contain modified DNA; and food ingredients produced from GMOs that do not contain modified DNA, including ingredients/additives/processing aids derived from GMOs. click here
15 Dec 2022 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Romania applies European Union (EU) regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from the United States. The legislation on export certification is generally harmonized at the EU level. Romanian legislation applies to the minor categories on which requirements are not harmonized click here
15 Dec 2022 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report As a European Union (EU) member since 2007, Romania observes the EU regulations and directives, which are applied directly or transposed through national level implementing regulations click here
15 Dec 2022 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Tunisia. In 2022, the United States and Tunisia reached agreement on a health certificate to accompany exports of U.S.- origin bovine, caprine, and ovine embryos, as well as U.S.-origin caprine and ovine semen. click here
14 Dec 2022 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report describes the import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products required by the Government of Tanzania (GoT) click here
13 Dec 2022 China P rp Organic Product Certification Administrative Measures Amended The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) recently amended the existing Administrative Measures for Organic Product Certification which was enforced on April 1, 2014. The amended Measures, which took effect on November 1, 2022, have not changed the process of the current organic product certification, but have made changes to the regulatory agencies following a government reorganization program click here
13 Dec 2022 China P rp EU Products Seeking GI Protection in China On December 2, 2022, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) published a notice for public comment on 173 products from the European Union (EU) that are applying for protection as geographic indicator (GI) products click here
13 Dec 2022 India India FSSAI Notifies that the Infant Food Nutrition Regulation is Fully Operational On November 28, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website the Direction REG-11027/3/2022-Regulation-FSSAI (October 18, 2022). click here
13 Dec 2022 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an update of GAIN report SP2021-0032. It outlines the legislation applicable to the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly focusing on those rules that differ from EU legislation click here
13 Dec 2022 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports click here
13 Dec 2022 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products, and foreign trade. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives, and import procedures click here
13 Dec 2022 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Tanzania and provides information on required certificates for exporting food and agricultural products to Tanzania click here
12 Dec 2022 China P rp WTO Notification of Saw Ginned Cotton Standard Cotton and Products, WTO Notifications, FAIRS Subject Report, WTO Notifications, Cotton and Products click here
12 Dec 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards On October 20, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified draft amendment standards (number 1) to SLS 1725-1:2021 for Processed Grain-based Food Products, Part 1: Multi/Mixed Grain to the World Trade Organization (WTO). WTO members are invited to submit comments on notification G/TBT/N/LKA/51 click here
12 Dec 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards -for Processed Grain Based Food Products Part 2 Cornflakes On October 20, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified draft amendment standards (Number 1) to SLS 1725-2:2021 for Processed Grain-based Food Products, Part 2: Cornflakes to the World Trade Organization (WTO). WTO members are invited to submit comments on notification G/TBT/N/LKA/51. click here
12 Dec 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards - for Bottled Packaged Drinking Water On October 20, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified its draft amendment standards (Number 1) to SLS 894:2003 for bottled (packaged) drinking water to the World Trade Organization (WTO). WTO members are invited to submit comments on notification G/TBT/N/LKA/51. The comment period closes on December 20, 2022 click here
12 Dec 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards Processed Grain-Based Food Products On October 20, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified draft amendment standards (Number 1) to SLS 1725-3:2021 for Processed Grain-Based Food Products, Part 3: Rolled Oats to the World Trade Organization (WTO). WTO members are invited to submit comments on notification G/TBT/N/LKA/51. click here
12 Dec 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards Processed Grain-Based Food Products Rice Flakes On October 20, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified draft amendment standards (Number 1) to SLS 1725-4:2021 for Processed Grain-Based Food Products, Part 4: Rice Flakes to the World Trade Organization (WTO). click here
08 Dec 2022 Morocco WTO Notification on Plant Protection Products Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/91 on November 2, 2022. The notification concerns Moroccan registration, import and enforcement relating to plant protection products. Comments are due no later than January 1, 2022. An unofficial translation is included in this report. click here
05 Dec 2022 India India FSSAI Rolls Out Re-Operationalized Nutraceutical Regulations On November 28, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website the Direction Std/SP-05/T(Nutraceutical-2022) (part1)-Part (1) (October 18, 2022) (see, Appendix I) click here
05 Dec 2022 India India FSSAI Issues Order on Rectifiable Labeling Information for Imported Food Products On November 18, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published the Order F. No. Import/TFM/APEX/2022-FSSAI. click here
02 Dec 2022 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report In 2021, Taiwan was the sixth largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products, valued over $3.78 billion. Imported food and agricultural products must comply with a range of laws designed to protect human health and prevent the introduction of animal and plant pests or diseases click here
02 Dec 2022 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Taiwan government to export food and agricultural products to Taiwan. For more information on import requirements, see the Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report click here
29 Nov 2022 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Algeria as it relates to food and agricultural exports. This report is intended to be used in conjunction with the 2022 FAIRS Export Certificate Report for Algeria. Noted updates in 2022 include: Import Procedures (Section IX) click here
29 Nov 2022 Nicaragua Avian Influenza Heightens Commercial Risk for US Exporters The Government of Nicaragua has refused to issue import permits or has rejected shipments of U.S. poultry products – including raw frozen cuts, fully cooked products, and day-old chicks – from U.S. states where high pathogenicity avian influenza cases have been reported. To minimize the risk of commercial loss, FAS/Managua advises U.S. exporters to work closely with Nicaraguan importers before shipping poultry products click here
22 Nov 2022 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an overview of Chile’s current Sanitary Regulation for food Products (RSA by its name in Spanish), as well as any other regulation with the potential of disrupting food trade. Since the last version of this report in 2021, two new regulations were passed: one eliminating testing requirements for U.S. beer and the other requiring in country fortification of milk with vitamin D. click here
21 Nov 2022 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Algeria. click here
17 Nov 2022 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists and describes certificates and other documents that must accompany food and agricultural imports to Chile as required by Chilean regulations. Three new certificates were developed since the last version of this report, one for vampire bats, one for breeding swine, and one for hedgehogs. This report outlines the certificates that need to accompany all imports of food products to Chile. click here
17 Nov 2022 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report documents Angola’s technical policies, practices, and import requirements for food and agricultural products. In the absence of a food safety law, Angola follows international Codex Alimentarius standards. This country report is designed to be used in conjunction with the 2022 FAIRS Export Certificate report. click here
17 Nov 2022 India FSSAI Publishes Draft Amendments for Food Product Standards and Food Additives Regulations On October 31, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published draft amendments [Notification F.No. STD/39-FA/Notification/2022 in the Gazette of India: Extraordinary (Official Gazette)] (Appendix I). The notification was subsequently published on the FSSAI website on November 3, 2022. The draft amendments include new and revised standards for palm oil; meat sausages; dehydrated tarragon (whole and powdered form); Indian mithais (sweets) and namkeens (savory); and food color (preparations and mixtures). World Trade Organization (WTO) members are invited to comment on the proposed draft amendment; the timeline to provide comments is 60-days from the date of notification on the WTO website. click here
16 Nov 2022 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The report summarizes Mozambique’s general food laws, regulatory authorities, major import/export procedures, food and packaging/labeling regulations, registration measures, and other trade facilitation issues. At the end, it provides contact information for major government regulatory agencies and a list of useful local public and private sector contacts for additional technical product-specific information and import assistance click here
16 Nov 2022 India FSSAI Publishes List of Enzymes Derived from Genetically Modified Microorganisms in the Official Gazette of India On October 27, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published notification F.No. STD/FA/A-1.30/No.1/2020-FSSAI(P-I) in the Gazette of India: Extraordinary (Official Gazette). The notification was subsequently published on the FSSAI website on October 31, 2022 click here
16 Nov 2022 China P rp 2017 Morpholine National Food Standard Citrus, FAIRS Subject Report, Fresh Deciduous Fruit, Sanitary/Phytosanitary/Food Safety click here
15 Nov 2022 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Repor This report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Angola. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report for a comprehensive understanding of the Angola regulations, standards, and import requirements. click here
14 Nov 2022 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Mozambique. click here
14 Nov 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards - Number 1 - for Milk Added Drinks On September 12, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified draft amendment standards (number 1) to SLS 917:2018 for milk added drinks to the World Trade Organization (WTO). WTO members are invited to submit comments on notification G/TBT/N/LKA/51. The comment period expires on November 12, 2022 click here
10 Nov 2022 Morocco WTO Notification on Food Additives Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/89 on October 27, 2022. The notification concerns Morocco’s list and limits of food additives authorized for use in primary products and food products, as well as the information to be displayed on their packaging. Comments are due no later than December 25, 2022. An unofficial translation is included in this report click here
10 Nov 2022 Canada Guidance and Resources on Canada Supplemented Foods In July 2022, Canada published final regulations on supplemented foods. The new regulatory requirements are complex, and the food industry has until January 1, 2026 to become compliant. Stakeholders are strongly encouraged to consult the variety of resources and information made available by Health Canada to assist with the implementation of the supplemented foods regulatory framework. click here
07 Nov 2022 Morocco WTO Notification on Maximum Limits of Contaminants in Food Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/87 on October 17, 2022. The notification concerns Morocco’s maximum limits of contaminants in food and food products. Comments are due no later than December 16, 2022. Note that the Government of Morocco approved the Joint Order and published it in the Official Bulletin #7136 on October 20, 2022. An unofficial translation is included in this report. click here
01 Nov 2022 Iran India FSSAI Extends Compliance Timeline for its Health Certificate Requirements for Imports of Milk and Milk Products - Pork and Pork Products On October 27, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued a new order pertaining to FSSAI Order F. No. 1829/Health Certificate/ FSSAI/Imports (2021), which extends the effective compliance date. The new effective compliance date is now set for January 1, 2023 (the previous effective compliance date was November 1, 2022). The measure is intended to allow India’s trade partners to comply with the FSSAI’s requirement that health certificates, issued by the competent authority of the country of export, accompany imports of milk and milk products; pork and pork products; and fish and fish products click here
31 Oct 2022 India India FSSAI Issues New Direction for Referral Laboratories for Sampling of Imported Food Product Consignments On October 21, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Direction No. TIC-C-503(T)/1/2022-IMPORTS-FSSAI. The FSSAI direction (guidelines) pertains to FORM-2, Section C as referred to in sub-regulation 10(5) of the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) (Import) Regulations (2017). click here
31 Oct 2022 India The FSSAI 2021 Draft Amendments to the Approval of NonSpecified Food and Food Ingredients Regulation is now a Final Amendment in 2022 On October 11, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published notification No. Std/EC/T(NSF-01) in the Gazette of India: Extraordinary (official gazette). click here
31 Oct 2022 India India Issues Clarification for Bulk Alcohol Imports On October 20, 2022, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued a clarification on certain provisions to the 2018 Food Safety and Standards (Alcoholic Beverages) Regulation. The order specifies that imported bulk alcohol shipments for the purpose of further processing and manufacturing will be exempted from alcohol percentage content parameters otherwise mandatory for finished alcoholic beverages. click here
28 Oct 2022 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an overview of EU food and feed legislation currently in force for the EU. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) staff reviewed and updated all sections of this annual report. Special attention should be given to the changes on organics and wine labeling. click here
28 Oct 2022 Ethiopia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report summarizes the list of major export certificates, documentations, and other regulatory requirements to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. The report is organized using information obtained from publicly available sources published online as well as from industry contacts. Post strongly suggests this report be read with the FAIRS Country Report for a complete insight on Ethiopia’s import requirements, regulations, and standards. click here
28 Oct 2022 Ethiopia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report discusses regulatory requirements and standards that must be fulfilled to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. Pertinent information on applicable laws, regulations, directives, guidelines, procedures, and key regulatory contact details included. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS Export Certificate Report for a comprehensive understanding of the import regulatory requirements and standards. click here
28 Oct 2022 Mexico FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual The competent Mexican authorities which regulate food and agricultural imports and/or require official U.S. export certificates include the Secretariat of Agriculture (SADER), Secretariat of Health (SALUD), Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT), and the Secretariat of the Treasury and Public Credit (HACIENDA) click here
28 Oct 2022 Mexico FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This document provides an overview of major Mexican agricultural and food-product laws and regulations, as well as related import standards and regulations. Some products may be subject to regulatory oversight by several different Government of Mexico (GOM) agencies. click here
28 Oct 2022 EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This guide provides an overview of health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods, and other animal origin products to the European Union click here
25 Oct 2022 Libya Libya FAIRS Annual Country Report This report outlines Libyan government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products for human and animal consumption. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing an assessment of laws and requirements for food and agricultural products imposed on imports. There is no U.S. representation located inside Libya, and definitive regulatory information is limited. click here
24 Oct 2022 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report SENASA and ARSA have made significant progress in expediting import procedures with the introduction of on-line options for requesting import permits, sanitary authorizations of imported raw materials, etc. that provides immediate electronic delivery to ports of entry. They also authorized in 2021 a private logistics hub that includes SENASA and Customs Clearance. click here
24 Oct 2022 U Arab Emts Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report | This report covers food and agricultural import regulations and standards in the United Arab Emirates. U.S. agricultural suppliers are advised to consult with local importers prior to shipping to verify application of this tax on their products. This report is intended to be used in conjunction with information provided in the 2022 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report for the United Arab Emirates. click here
24 Oct 2022 India India FSSAI Requires Mandatory Registration of Foreign Food Manufacturing Facilities for the Import of Certain Categories of Foods On October 10, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Order F. No. TIC-B02/2/2022-IMPORTS-FSSAI. The FSSAI order requires the mandatory registration with the competent authority of jurisdiction of the country of export, of all foreign food manufacturing facilities intent on exporting milk and milk products; meat and meat products; egg powder; infant food; and nutraceuticals to India click here
24 Oct 2022 China P rp Updated Catalogue of National Food Safety Standards Released On August 17, 2022, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), National Health Commission (NHC) released an updated Catalogue of National Food Safety Standards. The updated list features 1,455 standards covering food products, additives, quality specifications, testing methods, and production practices. This report provides an unofficial translation of the Catalogue. click here
24 Oct 2022 Ukraine Foreign Export Ability Criteria Adopted On August 22nd, 2022, Ukraine adopted the official criteria for determining the significant impact of the proposed veterinary-sanitary measure or the approved emergency veterinary-sanitary measure on the export opportunities of foreign countries. click here
24 Oct 2022 China P rp PRC Standard of On-site Disinfection Evaluation During COVID-19 Epidemic On September 23, 2022, the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) published 2022 Special Announcement Number 88 amending the customs clearance declaration requirements for importers or consignees of non-cold chain products to require a declaration on whether “preventive disinfection has been implemented” (according to the “Standards for On-site Disinfection Evaluation During the COVID-19 Epidemic” (WS/T 774-2021) click here
20 Oct 2022 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines Colombia’s requirements for import permits and export certificates for multiple food products for human and animal consumption. It also provides a list of the Colombian government agencies involved in the entry of imported food products. For assistance on trade policy and port issues in Colombia, U.S. exporters are encouraged to contact FAS Bogota at agbogota@fas.usda.gov or jose.quintero@usda.gov click here
20 Oct 2022 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. It includes updates on nutritional labeling, biotechnology and new information on sustainable packaging policies and trade facilitation in Colombia. For assistance on trade policy and port issues in Colombia, U.S. exporters are encouraged to contact FAS Bogota at agbogota@fas.usda.gov or jose.quintero@usda.gov click here
20 Oct 2022 U Arab Emts Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies certificate requirements for U.S. food and agricultural products destined for the United Arab Emirates. This report is to be used in conjunction with the 2022 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Country Report for the United Arab Emirates. click here
19 Oct 2022 India India FSSAI Publishes Draft Notification on Front-of-Pack Labeling for Packaged Food Products High in Fat and Sugar and Salt On September 13, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued draft notification F. No. Std./SP-08/T(FoPNL-N-01), publishing the same on September 20, 2022, on its website. This notification communicates amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Labeling and Display) Regulations (2020), that relate to front-of-pack nutritional labeling (FOPNL) and propose the “Indian Nutrition Rating” based on health star rating system. World Trade Organization (WTO) members are invited to comment on (WTO notification G/SPS/N/IND/288 (September 29, 2022). click here
17 Oct 2022 Morocco Libya FAIRS Annual Country Report This report outlines Libyan government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products for human and animal consumption. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing an assessment of laws and requirements for food and agricultural products imposed on imports click here
14 Oct 2022 India : India FSSAI Publishes Graphic Specifications for the Vegan Logo On September 14, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued directive F.No. STD/SP-18/T (Vegan Foods). The directive provides logo specifications for vegan foods. click here
11 Oct 2022 Malaysia FAIRS Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Malaysia. This report supplements the Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards click here
11 Oct 2022 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Malaysia click here
11 Oct 2022 Singapore FAIRS Annual Country Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Singapore. Updates in this report include modifications to the Singapore Food Regulations (guidelines governing imported food) click here
11 Oct 2022 Singapore FAIRS Export Certificate Report This report discusses food and agricultural export product certificates currently required by the Singapore Government click here
11 Oct 2022 Honduras FAIRS Export Certificate Report The National Plant, Animal Health and Food Safety Service (SENASA) is the regulatory agency in Honduras who is responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras click here
07 Oct 2022 Japan FAIRS Export Certificate Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Japan click here
06 Oct 2022 China P rp Ag Food Quality and Safety Law On September 2, 2022, the National People’s Congress (NPC) published an updated Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Though domestically focused, some articles of the law hold the potential to impact trade, including sections on cold chain logistics and traceability click here
03 Oct 2022 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report In June 2022, Egypt launched a trial phase of the Advanced Clearance Information system (ACI) on airfreight. The government is expected to fully apply the electronic ACI system in October 2022. This comes after the October 1, 2021, launch of the ACI in sea ports. Traders must register within the designated platforms (CargoX for exporters and ACI for importers). The Egyptian government will no longer require Egyptian embassy authentication on certificates of origin. Egypt notified of new halal requirements and procedures for food products click here
30 Sep 2022 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Ministry of Health issued three updates this year: a) Presidential Decree 53-2022 establishes new fees for services as of March 1, 2022 b) Technical Norm 001-2022 provides regulations for food supplements, and c) Communication dated June 1, 2022 establishes guidance for sampling processed food products in Guatemala as part of the routine surveillance. click here
30 Sep 2022 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines the major export certificates required by the government of Jamaica for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
30 Sep 2022 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines the requirement for exporting food and agricultural products to Jamaica. There were no major changes to these requirements in 2022. click here
30 Sep 2022 Taiwan Taiwan Will Implement New Certification Requirements for Imported Meat Products Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) will implement new certification requirements for imported meat products, effective October 1, 2022 click here
29 Sep 2022 Taiwan Taiwan Will Implement New Certification Requirements for Imported Meat Products Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) will implement new certification requirements for imported meat products, effective October 1, 2022. The current U.S. certificates for meat products will continue to be used, with the extra information required to be inserted in specific sections. Detailed instruction can be found in the Export Library for Taiwan from U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). There will be no change on the customs clearance process for the meat products from the United States. click here
29 Sep 2022 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report n June 2022, Egypt launched a trial phase of the Advanced Clearance Information system (ACI) on airfreight. The government is expected to fully apply the electronic ACI system in October 2022. This comes after the October 1, 2021, launch of the ACI in sea ports. Traders must register within the designated platforms (CargoX for exporters and ACI for importers). The Egyptian government will no longer require Egyptian embassy authentication on certificates of origin. click here
29 Sep 2022 Canada Guidance and Resources on Canada Front of Package Nutrition Labels In June 2022, Canada published final regulations on front-of-package nutrition labeling (FOPNL). The new regulatory requirements are complex, and the food industry has until January 1, 2026 to implement label changes and become compliant. click here
26 Sep 2022 Kuwait Kuwait Adopts County Regionalization Model for US Outbreaks of HPAI On September 21, 2022, Kuwait’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued administrative decree number 1895 for the year 2022 adopting a regionalization model to the county level for U.S. outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza (HPAI). click here
07 Sep 2022 India India FSSAI Issues Clarification for Microbial Testing Requirements for Imported Food Products On August 16, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Clarification No. 1831/Misc./FSSAI/Imports/2022 pertaining to microbial testing requirements for imported food products. T click here
07 Sep 2022 India India FSSAI Suspends AGMARK Certification Requirement for Imports of Blended Edible Vegetable Oils On August 18, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued clarification (No. TIC-20012/2/2021-IMPORTS-FSSAI) that its requirement for AGMARK (an Indian certification mark), prior to import of blended edible vegetable oils (BEVO), is kept in abeyance (suspended) until further notice. click here
29 Aug 2022 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report • Israel passes amendments to the Public Health Protection Act (Food) to ease and reduce the regulatory burden on food importation. Among the amendments is an importation track called the “European Track” which will come into force on January 1, 2023. click here
29 Aug 2022 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, weighing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, invoice declaration, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment. click here
22 Aug 2022 Myanmar FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists the major certificates required by Burmese government agencies for U.S. agricultural products exported to Burma. The list of certificates primarily focuses on major U.S. agricultural exports to Burma, such as soybeans and soybean meal, wheat products, distillers dried grains with solubles, meat and poultry products, fruits and vegetables, other grocery items, and seeds. This report reflects updated certificate requirements for imported meat, poultry, animal feed, and human food products. There are no changes in the certificate requirements from the previous report. click here
22 Aug 2022 Myanmar FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report reflects updates on the Food law in Section I, Food Labeling in Section II, and import procedures Section IX. click here
16 Aug 2022 Israel Israel- Heavy Metals limits in Foodstuffs The Israeli Ministry of Health’s National Food Control Service regulates heavy metals limits in various foodstuffs. Exporters and importers should check that the amount in exported foods does not exceed the permitted limits. click here
12 Aug 2022 BosniA-Hrzgovin Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) requires various certificates for imported food products which must be issued by the designated authorities such as FDA, APHIS, and FSIS. However, there are no specific formats that exporters must use, except for phytosanitary certificates that must be in accordance with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). click here
12 Aug 2022 BosniA-Hrzgovin Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) has been a potential candidate for European Union (EU) membership since 2003 and continues to harmonize its regulations with the EU’s Acquis. Therefore, BiH largely uses EU standards and regulations, including those restrictive to U.S products. click here
09 Aug 2022 India India FSSAI Extends the Compliance Timeline for the Vegan Foods Regulations On July 26, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued directive F. No. STD/SP-18/T(Vegan Foods). The directive extends the compliance timeline for Food Safety and Standards (Vegan Foods) Regulations (2022) by six months now to January 26, 2023. click here
09 Aug 2022 Ukraine FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Ukraine continuously enforces food safety regulations for commercial imports despite Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February, with very few exceptions. This report explains the existing regulatory landscape including new regulations adopted throughout 2021 and early 2022 under the European Union regulatory approximation agenda. New regulations related to the labeling of selected products and nutritional claims are included. click here
09 Aug 2022 Ukraine FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual There were no new bilateral certificates negotiated during the period from the second half of 2021 through the first half of 2022. The Export Certificate Matrix was updated to include only bilaterally negotiated certificates. In 2020, Ukraine introduced generic certificates for products of animal origin and sample certificates for live animals and reproductive materials click here
09 Aug 2022 U K UK Labeling Requirement Update 2022 Following the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union, U.S. food exports are now required to follow new UK labeling requirements. Additionally, exporters should consider current labeling trends followed by UK manufacturers and private retailers that may not be required by law just yet, but are steadily becoming more commonplace in UK stores, and expected by consumers. click here
08 Aug 2022 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights certification requirements for food and agricultural products exported to Canada and supplements the FAIRS Country Report. Please note: The original version of this 2022 report, published July 13, included incorrect information on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certificates for export (i.e., Certificates of Exportability). This updated version includes information on the correct FDA certificates for export (i.e., Certificate to a Foreign Government). click here
04 Aug 2022 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. Key recent changes include regulations relating to organic foods, as well as the introduction of country-of-origin labeling for some products click here
04 Aug 2022 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of New Zealand for U.S. exporters and food and agricultural products. New Zealand’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently. Therefore, this report focuses on the certificate requirements for U.S. products with the strongest export potential. Sections updated Section I and Section V click here
27 Jul 2022 Canada Canada Publishes New Regulations for Supplemented Foods On July 20, 2022, Canada announced final regulations to amend the Food and Drug Regulations (FDR) to establish detailed conditions for the use of supplemental ingredients in food. The amendments will also establish additional requirements on the labelling of supplemented foods beyond the general requirements in the FDR for prepackaged foods. S click here
25 Jul 2022 Canada Canada Publishes Front-of-Package Nutrition Labelling and Other Food Labelling Regulations On July 20, 2022, Canada announced final regulations to amend the Food and Drug Regulations (FDR) to require front-of-package (FOP) labeling for most prepackaged products containing certain nutrients (i.e., saturated far, sugars, and/or sodium) at or above specified thresholds click here
22 Jul 2022 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines the Bangladesh government’s required documents from the United States to facilitate the importation of U.S. food and agricultural products. Post has not made substantive changes to the report for 2022. click here
22 Jul 2022 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The FAIRS Annual Country Report maintains the baseline information for Bangladesh as it relates to all food for human and animal consumption. In addition to an overview of the Government of Bangladesh’s regulatory infrastructure and import control policies, this report includes FAS Dhaka’s assessment of laws and requirements for food and agricultural products imposed on imports click here
20 Jul 2022 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The 2022 FAIRS Annual Country Report provides up to date information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana. A Government of Ghana policy review in March 2022 has increased import duties of general goods, including food and agricultural products. click here
20 Jul 2022 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the certificates required for the importation of food and agricultural products into Ghana, plus further information on food product registration, labeling, import permits and other relevant information to assist U.S. exporters This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Ghana. click here
20 Jul 2022 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant, and animal health. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. All imported food must comply with quarantine and imported food requirements, and then with food safety requirements. click here
18 Jul 2022 Philippines SPSIC Validity Periods and Key Conditions This report contains a table comparing the various validity periods and key conditions applicable to SPS Import Clearances (SPSIC) relevant to plant, animal, and fishery products under the oversight of the Philippines Department of Agriculture. For all SPSICs, the Department of Agriculture requires they must be issued prior to loading at the point of origin and does not allow their use to facilitate multiple shipments. click here
14 Jul 2022 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Kenya and provides information on certificates required by the Government of Kenya (GOK) to export food and agricultural products into the country. The Kenya Electronic Import Export System provides a single point for importers and exporters to electronically submit certificates and receive approvals from relevant trade regulatory agencies. click here
14 Jul 2022 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand, including fruit and vegetables, live animals, beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, hides and skins, distillers dried grains, live animals, and any food that undergoes a production process (i.e., make, mix, prepare and repacking). There is a change on requirement of GMP certification for all food items not only some specified types of food. click here
14 Jul 2022 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) - Certificates Report. These certificates are required for the importation of food and agricultural products into the Kingdom. Information in this report supplements the FAIRS Annual Country Report. click here
14 Jul 2022 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updates on Government of Kenya (GOK) import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products. It includes applicable laws and guidelines, import procedures, and contact details of key trade regulatory and specialist agencies click here
13 Jul 2022 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The 2016 changes to nutrition labelling requirements came into force in December 2021, with enforcement discretion extended to December 2023. On June 20, 2022, final regulations banning certain single-use plastic products were published. Additionally, the publication of other final regulations is expected by the end of 2022, in the following areas: front of package labeling, and supplemented foods. From November 2022, the CFIA will resume normal enforcement, delayed during the pandemic, for food safety requirements for the manufactured food sector. click here
12 Jul 2022 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists examples of the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exports of food and agricultural products. Australia’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently. click here
11 Jul 2022 India India FSSAI Notifies its 2022 Draft Amendments for the Specialty Foods Regulations On June 24, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification F. No. Std/SP-05/T (Nutraceutical-2022), the draft amendment regulation that the FSSAI is proposing for the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, and Prebiotic and Probiotic Food) Regulations (2016) click here
11 Jul 2022 India India FSSAI Publishes Draft Amendments to the Food Products Standards and Food Additives Regulation On May 25, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification F. No. STD/FA/38/FSSAI, draft amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) (2011) regulation. FSSAI published the draft amendment in the Gazette of India (official gazette) on May 26, 2022, uploading the same to its website on May 31, 2022. On June30, 2022, India notified the draft amendment to the World Trade Organization (WTO) for comments (WTO Notification: G/SPS/N/IND/283). The comment period is open until August 29, 2022. click here
11 Jul 2022 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (DR) for imports of food and agricultural products. No substantive changes were published as of June 2022. click here
06 Jul 2022 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. Please note that certification requirements may continue to change as Kazakhstan reforms its standards and regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. There have been no updates to export certification requirements since December 2021. click here
06 Jul 2022 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. It is a guide on the regulations that exporters need to consider in order to enter their products into the Ecuadorian market. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided throughout this report. This report reflects the latest regulations regarding the non-automatic import licenses issued by COMEX on November 15, 2021 and the Ministry of Agriculture on March 7, 2022. click here
05 Jul 2022 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hong Kong does not have any certification changes for food imports since the last report submitted in June 2021. This report lists the certificates required by the Hong Kong Government (HKG) for U.S. agricultural and food exports to Hong Kong. Certificate samples are included in the appendix. A new version of certificates by Agricultural Marketing Service for shell eggs is provided in the 2022 report. click here
01 Jul 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual - 2022 The Food Act No. 26 of 1980, Animal Feed Act No. 15 of 1986, Plant Protection Act No. 35 of 1999, and Import and Export Control Act No. 1 of 1969 are the main laws that govern food imports into Sri Lanka. Import regulation are in the hands of several state institutions, making the process complicated and time consuming. Although several regulations have been in place for decades, new regulations are in the pipeline. In seeking to meet the commitments of the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Sri Lanka is streamlining the processes of regulatory authorities. To streamline import and export trading processes, Sri Lanka has initiated two online platforms: The Sri Lanka Trade Information Portal and the National Single Window. click here
01 Jul 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual - 2022 This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka (Sri Lanka). An export certificate matrix is included in this report. The requirements listed herein are specific for consignments coming directly from the United States of America to Sri Lanka, or transshipped in sealed containers with invoices stating that Sri Lanka is the final destination. click here
01 Jul 2022 Philippines New Utilization Report Required to Import Feed Ingredients On June 25, 2022, the Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) informed domestic stakeholders at a consultative meeting that it will be enforcing BAI Memorandum Circular No. 26 (MC26), dated August 11, 2021. MC26 requests importers submit a utilization report concerning their importation of ingredients used in the manufacturer of animal feeds in order to ensure ingredients imported for animal feeds are not diverted for human consumption or for other purposes. Multiple contacts have expressed concern to Post regarding the burdensome nature of this new requirement click here
29 Jun 2022 India India FSSAI Expands its List of Rectifiable Labeling Deficiencies for Imported Food Products On June 17, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification F. No. 1828/Misc. Matters/FSSAI/Imports-2021 notifying the expanded list of rectifiable labeling deficiencies for imported food products. Regulation 6, clause 4 of the Food Safety and Standards (Import) Regulations (2017), provides special dispensation for rectification within custom bound warehouses. click here
29 Jun 2022 Morocco WTO Notification on Plant and Plant Products Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/85 on June 10, 2022. An unofficial translation is included in this report. Comments are due no later than August 9, 2022. The notification concerns plants, plant products and other objects. click here
28 Jun 2022 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This 2022 Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report for Turkey lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Turkish government for food and agricultural products imports to Turkey click here
28 Jun 2022 Nicaragua : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. As of June 1, 2022, there were no major changes to Nicaragua’s import procedures since the 2021 FAIRS report. click here
28 Jun 2022 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists Nicaraguan requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs, and food products for human consumption. There were no significant changes to required export certificates since the 2021 Report. This report supplem click here
28 Jun 2022 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. This report supplements FAS?Costa Rica’s 2022 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report. click here
28 Jun 2022 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products to be imported into Turkey and was prepared by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service’s Office of Agricultural Affairs in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. This report does not cover standards or requirements for products from third countries. It should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report- 2022 for Turkey click here
27 Jun 2022 Morocco WTO Notification on Sanitary Document for Imported Plant and Plant Products Morocco notified G/SPS/N/MAR/56/Add.3 on June 16, 2022. The notification publishes the final version of the draft sanitary document for export to Morocco of plants and plant products as well as food products that are not subject to mandatory veterinary certification. It also includes a list of products concerned by the document. Comments are due no later than August 13, 2022. click here
22 Jun 2022 Canada Canada Publishes Final Regulations Banning Single-Use Plastics On June 20, 2022, Canada announced final regulations banning the following single-use plastic manufactured items: checkout bags, cutlery, certain foodservice ware, ring carriers, stir sticks, and most straws. Depending on the specific product considered, coming into force of these regulations occurs between six months and three and a half years following June 20, 2022. click here
22 Jun 2022 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information of the food and agricultural laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. Updates have been made to the Executive Summary, Section I – Food Laws, Section II – Labeling Requirements, Section III – Packaging and Container Regulations, Section IV – Food Additives Regulation, Section VI - Other Requirements, Regulations and Registration Measures, and Section VIII – Trademark Law, Brand Names, and Intellectual Property Rights. click here
13 Jun 2022 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The following changes have been made to the 2022 FAIRS report: 1) Section II – Labeling. Effective December 1, 2023, food containing hydrogenated oils must be labeled. 2) Section III – Packaging. Glass and plastic bottles will be subject to additional levies. 3) Section VI – Other Requirements, Regulations, and Registration Measures. Hong Kong is introducing plant registration requirements for meat and products and is engaging trading partners individually to start this process click here
10 Jun 2022 India India FSSAI Proposes Amendment for Packaging Regulations On May 17, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification F. No. STD/SP-20/T (Recycled Plastics-N) notifying amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations (2018). The notification was published in the Gazette of India – Extraordinary (official gazette) on May 18, 2022, and uploaded to the FSSAI website on May 24, 2022. click here
10 Jun 2022 India India FSSAI Notifies Final Standards for Ayurveda Foods On May 9, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published on its website Notification No. F. No. Stds/SP-05/A-1. Y(01) Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations (2022). The notification had previously been published in the Gazette of India (official gazette) on May 6, 2022. click here
08 Jun 2022 China P rp New Food Materials and Additives including GMM Derived Enzymes Approved On May 11, 2022 the National Health Commission (NHC) approved 36 new food materials and additives, including seven enzymes derived from Genetically Modified Microorganisms (GMMs). These approvals follow an earlier announcement issued on March 1 of 32 food materials and additives, including 4 GMM derived enzymes, approved for use in China. This report provides a summary of the newly approved food materials and additives from both announcements. click here
02 Jun 2022 Brazil Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture Publishes Updated Product Registration Procedures The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Supply (MAPA) published Ordinance 558, which establishes procedures for accreditation, modification, audit, and cancellation of edible animalorigin products registration in Brazil. This Ordinance applies both to local companies and foreign companies accredited for exports to Brazil, and entered into effect May 2nd, 2022. click here
19 May 2022 Colombia Update on Colombia Nutrition and Front-of Pack Labeling Requirements Resolution 810 of 2021 for Packaged Foods Resolution 810 of 2021, issued by Colombia’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection (MINHEALTH), is set to go into effect on December 16, 2022. Resolution 810 establishes the technical regulations of the nutrition and front-of-pack labeling requirements for packaged food for human consumption in Colombia click here
16 May 2022 Japan Japan Designates the First Imported Marine Species to Require Catch Documents On April 26, 2022, Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries designated mackerel, Pacific saury, sardine, squid and cuttlefish as vulnerable to illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing. From December 1, 2022, Japan will require catch certificates to import products containing these species as a main ingredient. click here
16 May 2022 Philippines Comment Period Open for Draft Policy on Food Establishments and Processed Food On April 26, 2022, the Philippine Department of Health’s Food and Drug Administration notified the World Trade Organization of a “Draft Administrative Order Revised Rules and Regulations on the Licensing of Food Establishments and Registration of Processed Food, and Other Food Products, and for Other Purposes Repealing Administrative Order 2014-0029.” Trading partners and other stakeholders have until June 25, 2022 to submit comments. click here
13 May 2022 Colombia Update on Colombia Sodium Resolution 2013 of 2020 for Processed Foods On November 9, 2020, Colombia’s Ministry of Health, and Social Protection (MINHEALTH) issued Resolution 2013, a regulation that sets mandatory maximum sodium content limits for 59 processed food product categories. Resolution 2013 introduces a new conformity certificate requirement and reduction goals for sodium content in foods. This report provides updates to technical parameters of the resolution, which were provided during a MINHEALTH-organized webinar on April 22, 2022. click here
13 May 2022 Canada Canada Consults on Guidance for E-commerce Food Labelling Compliance The Canadian food regulatory authorities opened public consultations on guidance for e-commerce platforms on how to be compliant with relevant food labeling regulatory provisions. Interested stakeholders have until July 8, 2022, to provide comments on this initiative. click here
13 May 2022 India India Notifies Plant Quarantine Second Amendment Order Specific to the Import of US-origin Sweet Cherries India notified its draft Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) (Second Amendment) Order (2022), to the Sanitary-Phytosanitary (SPS) Committee of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and is inviting comments. The amendment is specific to the import of U.S.-origin cherries and includes additional provisions to facilitate the import of U.S. sweet cherries. The final order, when published, will allow U.S.-origin cherries to be shipped to India under the new protocol. The timeline to comment closes on June 27, 2022. click here
11 May 2022 Colombia Colombia Issues Nutrition and Front of Pack Labeling Requirements for Processed Foods On June 16, 2021, Colombia’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection (MINHEALTH) issued Resolution No. 810 establishing the technical regulation for nutrition and front-of pack labeling requirements for packaged food for human consumption, which will go into effect on December 16, 2022. This report includes the original regulation and an English translation. click here
09 May 2022 Myanmar Burmese Government Tightens Enforcement of Import License Procedures The Burmese government requires importers to have an import license before product leaves the exporting country click here
05 May 2022 China P rp SAMR 2022 Legislative Plan On April 27, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released the 2022 Legislative Plan Work Plan. This report contains an unofficial translation of a select part of the Plan related to food and agriculture, including measures and laws concerning infant formula, foods for special medical purposes, geographic indications, and for the adoption of industry or international standards. click here
29 Apr 2022 Taiwan Taiwan Temporarily Relaxes HPAI Restrictions on Poultry Imports_Taipei_Taiwan Effective April 18, 2022, Taiwan temporarily modified its restrictions on imports of poultry and poultry products from the United States and Canada impacted by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The modification allows imports of poultry and poultry products from banned U.S. states if the date of slaughter is 14 days or more before the applicable HPAI ban began. click here
29 Apr 2022 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major registration requirements and export certificates required for food and agricultural exports to the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The country’s import registration and documentation requirements are frequently amended. U.S. exporters are advised to monitor the USDA Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) system for updates and to review the latest China Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Narrative Report. click here
20 Apr 2022 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report presents regulations and standards applicable to food and agricultural imports, including changes to existing standards. In 2021, China released several regulations and standards, including the revised Administrative Measures on Import and Export Food Safety, revised Regulations on the Registration and Administration of Overseas Producers of Imported Food, regulations overseeing variety registration of major crops and the safety assessment of agriculture GMOs, and the full text of the National Food Safety Standard of Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides in Food (GB 2763-2021). Given the dynamic nature of China’s food regulations click here
13 Apr 2022 India India FSSAI Extends the Implementation Timeline for Infant Food Nutrition Regulations_New Delhi_India On March 29, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued order number Std/SP-05/Orders/FSSAI [E-1317], pertaining to the Food Safety and Standards (Food for Infant Nutrition) Regulations (2020). The new FSSAI order extends the implementation date of the regulations to October 1, 2022. The implementation timeline is being extended by the FSSAI to accommodate industry associations’ representations (i.e., written commentary and concerns). Local industry is requiring additional time to reformulate and manufacture infant food products in line with the revised standards’ levels for manganese, selenium, biotin, and iron click here
12 Apr 2022 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report_Panama City_Panama Panama recognizes the certificates and standards of the U.S. regulatory and sanitary inspection system, based on the United States – Panama Agreement regarding certain sanitary and phytosanitary measures and technical standards affecting trade in agricultural products, of December 20, 2006, simplifying requirements for the importation of U.S. food and feed products. click here
11 Apr 2022 India For the Sake of Clarity - India FSSAI Issues Directive on Nutraceutical Regulations_New Delhi_India On March 29, 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued directive Std/SP-05/T(Nutraceutical-2022) [E-5184]. The directive states that the FSSAI has drafted a new framework and revised the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional Food and Novel Food) Regulations (2016) click here
11 Apr 2022 China P rp Draft Food Safety Standards Issued for Domestic Comment_Beijing_China On March 30, 2022, the National Health Commission (NHC) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) released 17 draft National Food Safety Standards for domestic comment. The deadline for submitting comments is May 10, 2022. As of April 4, 2022, the PRC has not notified these standards to the World Trade Organization (WTO). click here
11 Apr 2022 Brazil Plant Registration and Updated Procedures for Meat and Meat Products in Brazil _Brasilia_Brazil_ This report outlines updated plant and label registration guidance for U.S. meat and meat product exporters to Brazil. The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) Brasília will continue to provide assistance for U.S. plant registration in Brazil, however, U.S. meat and meat product exporters will be responsible for product label registration in Brazil. click here
11 Apr 2022 India India Notifies Unrestricted Imports of Select Pulses - Pigeon Peas and Urad-Black Gram Lentils_New Delhi_India On March 29, 2022, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry MOCI) issued Notification No. 63/2015-2020. This notification extends the unrestricted (free) import policy for pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan) and urad/black gram lentils (Vigna mungo) to March 31, 2023 (favorable treatment had been set to expire on March 31, 2022). Entry of these pulses can continue through March 31, 2023, without any quantitative restrictions, but remain subject to existing import duties. click here
05 Apr 2022 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report_Lagos_Nigeria This report highlights all major certificates and permits required by the Government of Nigeria (GON) for exporting food and agricultural products from the United States to Nigeria. It also complements The FAIRS – Annual Country Report for Nigeria (2022). Post recommends that prospective exporters read both reports for a better understanding of Nigeria’s food and agricultural standards and requirements for export certifications and permits. click here
04 Apr 2022 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Invites WTO Members to Comment on Draft Amendment Standards - Number 1- for Instant Noodles_Colombo_Sri Lanka On March 15, 2022, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) notified draft amendment standards (number 1) for Sri Lanka Standards (SLS) 1534:2016 for instant noodles to the World Trade Organization (WTO). WTO members are invited to submit comments on notification G/TBT/N/LKA/50. The comment period expires on May 15, 2022. click here
04 Apr 2022 Japan : COOL for Main Ingredient Requirements Now in Force On April 1, 2022, processed food manufactures in Japan must be in compliance with new country of origin labeling (COOL) requirements. The new rule requires Japanese food manufacturers to identify on the label of the product the country(ies) where the main ingredient, by weight, was harvested or produced. This requirement applies only to Japanese food processors and manufactures. Imported processed foods are exempt (only the country of manufacture of the finished product will continue to be required). Japanese importers bear so click here
01 Apr 2022 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines the specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into the Republic of South Korea. Updates to the 2022 FAIRS Report are included in Sections V, VI, VII and Appendix II. click here
01 Apr 2022 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report includes technical information and certificate requirements for food and agricultural product exports to the Republic of South Korea. click here
01 Apr 2022 Philippines FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients, and other relevant information click here
31 Mar 2022 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report As global food and agricultural trade continues to integrate, Nigeria has formulated structures, strategies, laws, and food control systems including regulatory authorities to enhance public health, food safety and international trade click here
31 Mar 2022 Germany FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas, which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU are summarized in the USEU FAIRS report click here
24 Mar 2022 Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The United States and Morocco completed a sanitary certificate for exports of U.S. click here
22 Mar 2022 Egypt A rp Egypt Prime Minister Waives Halal Certification Fees for Milk and Dairy Products Until October .Halal Certification Requirement Still in Question Under the Egyptian prime ministers direction, the General Organization for Veterinary Services (GOVS) distributed a letter with instructions for its veterinary posts across the country. click here
17 Mar 2022 Morocco FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Moroccan government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products for human and animal consumption. click here
17 Mar 2022 Morocco Morocco Bans Ornamental Plant Imports from Xylella Fastidiosa-Infested Countries This report includes the unofficial translation of a notice to importers issued by the Moroccan food safety authority (ONSSA) regarding the suspension of the import of ornamental plants and parts of plants from countries infested with Xylella fastidiosa. click here
15 Mar 2022 China P rp Decree 248 March 4 Additions to Single Window List The General Administration of Customs of the Peoples Republic of China (GACC) made 42 additions to the list of products subject to Decree 248. click here
15 Mar 2022 India FSSAI Issues Directive for Label Declarations for Recommended Dietary Allowances - RDAs The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued directive SS-T017/1/2022-Standard-FSSAI [E4478]. click here
14 Mar 2022 China P rp Geographic Indications Five-Year Plan Issued The Peoples Republic of China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) issued its first ever Five-Year Plan for geographical indications (GIs). click here
10 Mar 2022 India FSSAI Publishes Approved List of Specialty Products for Inborn - Congenital - Errors of Metabolism Conditions India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published Stds/SP-05/Orders/FSSAI (E1317). click here
08 Mar 2022 India India Halal Overview - 2022 This GAIN-FAIRS report provides an overview of halal in India (including certification) for food and agricultural products and for select non-food product categories (cosmetics and pharmaceuticals). click here
03 Mar 2022 Israel Israel Passes Amendments to Ease Food Imports- Updates Israel adopts EU regulations, stating the requirements in Europe in terms of chemical and biological contaminants. click here
03 Mar 2022 Egypt A rp Updates on Egypts Halal Requirements: Questions Remain The Egyptian Halal Standard Committee completed a first draft of the Halal standard on February 16 2022. click here
25 Feb 2022 China P rp Updated Technical Guidelines for Cold Chain Foods Chinas State Council released two updated technical guidelines for preventing and controlling COVID-19 in cold-chain food. click here
15 Feb 2022 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report France as a member of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of animal and plant products. click here
11 Feb 2022 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, U.S. export health certificates are now required to either follow the Great Britain model (for destinations within England, Scotland, or Wales) or the European Union health certificate model if shipping to Northern Ireland. U.S click here
02 Feb 2022 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report France, as a member of the European Union (EU), generally follows EU directives, regulations, and obligations. click here
01 Feb 2022 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Egypt launched the Advanced Clearance Information system (ACI). The newly developed customs system was initially launched in a trial mode on April 1, 2021 and was officially launched in October. click here
01 Feb 2022 Canada Canada Allows Higher Vitamin D Fortification in Milk and Margarine Canada published a marketing authorization allowing manufacturers to voluntarily increase vitamin D levels in cows milk. click here
31 Jan 2022 Venezuela FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. click here
31 Jan 2022 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Egypt launched the Advanced Clearance Information system (ACI). Traders must register within the designated platforms (CargoX for exporters and ACI for importers). click here
31 Jan 2022 Philippines Singapore Publishes Final Nutri-Grade Labeling Rules Singapores Ministry of Health (MOH) published its final rule to implement mandatory nutrition labels and advertising prohibitions for NutriGrade beverages. click here
28 Jan 2022 Belgium FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual Belgium is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and applies the certification requirements described in the European Union Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certification Report. click here
28 Jan 2022 EU-28 Update on Changing EU Import Conditions for Composite Products U.S. exporters of composite products will face new documentary requirements for shipments to the European Union after January 15, 2022. click here
26 Jan 2022 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Hungary is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. click here
26 Jan 2022 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hungary, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. click here
25 Jan 2022 France French Decrees Set the Timeline for the Reduction of Plastic Packaging but Offer Few Details on Implementation and Enforcement Recent French decrees set specific targets for reducing single-use plastic package waste by 2025, including a mandate for reusing packaging, starting 1 January 2022. click here
25 Jan 2022 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Algeria as it relates to food and agricultural exports. click here
25 Jan 2022 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Consumers continue to perceive U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand. click here
25 Jan 2022 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Following the UK’s departure from the European Union (EU), Great Britain (GB) is now outside of the EU single market and customs union. click here
25 Jan 2022 China P rp Update to Imported Dairy Product Inspection and Quarantine Requirements The General Administration of Customs of the Peoples Republic of China (GACC) published a notice that the inspection and quarantine requirements for imported dairy products. click here
21 Jan 2022 China P rp Verifying Decree 248 Facility Registration Information U.S. food and agricultural product companies exporting goods to China are encouraged to verify their Chinese Import Food Enterprise Registration information inside the Chinese Single Window website. click here
21 Jan 2022 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report As global food and agricultural trade continues to integrate, Nigeria has formulated structures, strategies, laws and food control systems including regulatory authorities to enhance public health, food safety and international trade. click here
21 Jan 2022 China P rp Expiry Review Initiated on AD and CVD for United States Origin DDGS The Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) announced it will conduct an Expiry Review on the antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) click here
21 Jan 2022 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights all major certificates and permits required by the Government of Nigeria (GON) for exporting food and agricultural products from the United States to Nigeria. click here
18 Jan 2022 China P rp Measures for Administration of Quarantine Access of Entry Animals and Plants Notified China notified the Measures for Administration of Quarantine Access of Entry Animals and Plants (Draft) to the WTO SPS Committee as G/SPS/N/CHN/1244. click here
13 Jan 2022 Ukraine Ukrainian Draft Order Rescinds EU Equivalency The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine published a draft order which, if passed, establishes a general framework for food safety system equivalency determination. click here
13 Jan 2022 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Bulgaria acceded to the European Union (EU) in 2007 and follows EU directives and regulations pertaining to food safety, quality, and standards. click here
11 Jan 2022 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Austria, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. click here
10 Jan 2022 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. click here
10 Jan 2022 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by Kazakhstan. click here
10 Jan 2022 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report As a European Union (EU) Member State, Bulgaria applies EU regulatory requirements for all animal- and plant-origin food and agricultural imports. click here
10 Jan 2022 India India Publishes Final Standards for Processed Dairy and Other Milk Fat Products the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued Notification No. F. No. M&MP/Notification (05)/FSSAI-2019. click here
07 Jan 2022 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report As a member of the European Union (EU), the Czech Republic implements EU regulations regarding required export certifications. click here
07 Jan 2022 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. click here
07 Jan 2022 Belgium FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU. click here
06 Jan 2022 Argentina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides overall information on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverage products to Argentina. click here
05 Jan 2022 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS). click here
05 Jan 2022 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. click here
05 Jan 2022 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The second stage of the front of pack labeling regulation entered into force on January 1, 2021. click here
04 Jan 2022 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Austria. click here
04 Jan 2022 Colombia 2021 Colombia Hemp Annual Report In 2016, the Colombian government permitted production and distribution of hemp for medical and scientific purposes. click here
03 Jan 2022 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report In recent years, Saudi Arabia has published several new announcements, regulations, and standards at an extremely rapid pace. click here
02 Jan 2022 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The competent Mexican authorities which regulate food and agricultural imports and/or require official U.S. export certificates include the Secretariat of Agriculture click here
02 Jan 2022 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This document provides an overview of major Mexican agricultural and food-product laws and regulations, as well as related import standards and regulations. click here
29 Dec 2021 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report supplements information provided in the 2021 Indonesia FAIRS Country Report and updates the 2020 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report. click here
29 Dec 2021 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Lithuania applies harmonized European Union (EU) regulations, including requisite certificates for most animal and plant-origin food and agricultural imports from non-EU countries. click here
29 Dec 2021 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from United States to Malaysia. click here
29 Dec 2021 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Since its European Union (EU) accession in 2004, Lithuania has consistently harmonized its domestic food and agricultural regulations with EU standards. click here
29 Dec 2021 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Malaysia. click here
29 Dec 2021 China P rp Final Seed Law Published The Standing Committee of the National Peoples Congress of the Peoples Republic of China published an amended Seed Law of the Peoples Republic of China. click here
28 Dec 2021 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. click here
28 Dec 2021 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. click here
28 Dec 2021 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported food and agriculture products, including live animals click here
28 Dec 2021 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and updates and replaces the 2020 report. click here
27 Dec 2021 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agricultural products as currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). click here
27 Dec 2021 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and identifying the relevant local agencies with oversight over these issues. click here
27 Dec 2021 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. click here
23 Dec 2021 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The report describes the import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products required by the Government of Tanzania (GoT). click here
21 Dec 2021 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Tanzania and provides information on required certificates for exporting food and agricultural products to Tanzania. click here
21 Dec 2021 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updates on Government of Kenya (GOK) import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products. click here
21 Dec 2021 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Poland applies European Union (EU) regulatory requirements for all food of animal- and plant-origin. click here
21 Dec 2021 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Poland is a European Union (EU) Member State and applies all EU regulations pertaining to imports of food and feed products. click here
20 Dec 2021 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report As a European Union (EU) member since 2007, Romania observes the EU regulations and directives, which are applied directly or transposed through national-level implementing regulations. click here
20 Dec 2021 China P rp Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Law Revised Draft Published The National Peoples Congress of China (NPC) published the Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Law of the Peoples Republic of China (Revised Draft) for domestic comment. click here
20 Dec 2021 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Romania applies European Union (EU) regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from the United States. click here
14 Dec 2021 India FSSAI Publishes Tolerance Limits for Children Supplements and Revised Standards for Oat Products the Indian government’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India published amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations. click here
14 Dec 2021 Indonesia Update on Indonesia Halal Regulations Following the issuance of Government Regulation No. 39/2021, which is an implementing regulation of Law 33/2014 on Halal Product Assurance. click here
13 Dec 2021 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This is an annual report that was updated in October 2021. click here
13 Dec 2021 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an addendum to GAIN report number E42021-0072, the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report. click here
08 Dec 2021 China P rp Decree 248 - FDA Constituent Update This report contains a link to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) December 6 Constituent Update asking for U.S. establishments that currently export certain food products to China voluntarily submit information to FDA by December 17 2021. click here
08 Dec 2021 China P rp GE Crop Herbicide Use Rules for Registration Comments Invited The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) invited public comments on measures that provide the requirements and guidelines for herbicides used on and for genetically engineered (GE) crops. click here
08 Dec 2021 India Additional Amendments Published in the Official Gazette of India for Food Product Standards and Food Additives Regulations The Indian government’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India published amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) click here
01 Dec 2021 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an update of GAIN report SP2020-0045. It outlines the legislation applicable to the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly focusing on those rules that differ from EU legislation. click here
01 Dec 2021 Israel Israel Passes Amendments to Ease Food Imports Israel passes amendments to the Public Health Protection Act (Food) to ease and reduce the regulatory burden on food importation. click here
27 Nov 2021 India India FSSAI Proposes New Regulations for Genetically Modified or Engineered Foods The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued draft regulations for Genetically Modified Organisms or Genetically Engineered Organisms. click here
26 Nov 2021 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report includes updates in Section I Food Laws: 1.3.1 Pre-marketing Control; Section II Labeling click here
24 Nov 2021 India India FSSAI Amends its Food Import Regulations The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified its Food Safety and Standards (Import)First Amendment Regulations (2021). click here
02 Nov 2021 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Jordan occasionally bans imports of specific products due to sanitary-phytosanitary (SPS) concerns. click here
02 Nov 2021 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. click here
29 Oct 2021 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report contains the list of all the mandatory export certificates required by the Government of Guatemala for agricultural imports. This report has no changes from its 2021 version. click here
28 Oct 2021 U Arab Emts Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report covers food and agricultural import regulations and standards in the United Arab Emirates. U.S. agricultural suppliers are advised to consult with local importers prior to shipping to verify application of this tax on their products. click here
28 Oct 2021 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report focuses on specific Spanish certification requirements that differ or are in addition to EU-harmonized certification. Compared to 2020, this report contains new country specific certificates as well as updated links to relevant information sources and contacts. click here
28 Oct 2021 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report covers food and agricultural import regulations and standards in the United Arab Emirates. U.S. agricultural suppliers are advised to consult with local importers prior to shipping to verify application of this tax on their products. click here
21 Oct 2021 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report outlines the major export certificates required by the Government of Jamaica for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
13 Oct 2021 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Angola. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report for a comprehensive understanding of the Angola regulations, standards, and import requirements. click here
12 Oct 2021 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an overview of EU food and feed legislation currently in force for the EU. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) staff reviewed and updated all sections of this annual report. click here
12 Oct 2021 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report documents Angola's technical policies, practices, and import requirements for food and agricultural products. click here
05 Oct 2021 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides examples for the major export certificates and other documents required by the government of El Salvador for U.S. exports of food and agricultural products. El Salvador’s import requirements change frequently, and are often subject to discretionary decisions at point of entry. click here
01 Oct 2021 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Mozambique. click here
30 Sep 2021 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines the requirements for exporting food and agricultural products to Jamaica in 2021. click here
30 Sep 2021 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report provides an overview of Chile's Sanitary Regulation for food Products (RSA by its name in Spanish) currently in force, as well as any other regulation with the potential of disrupting food trade. click here
30 Sep 2021 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines the most important information that importers and exporters need to pay attention to when managing food and agricultural trade with Mozambique. click here
29 Sep 2021 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. It includes updates on labeling of plant-based meat/dairy alternatives, nutritional labeling. click here
29 Sep 2021 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines Colombia's requirements for import permits and export certificates for multiple food products for human and animal consumption. click here
27 Sep 2021 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The National Plant, Animal Health and Food Safety Service (SENASA) is the regulatory agency responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. click here
27 Sep 2021 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report SENASA and ARSA have significantly expedited import processes with on-line import permit, sanitary authorizations of imported raw materials. click here
21 Sep 2021 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview and update of Japan's food and agricultural import regulations and standards (FAIRS) click here
21 Sep 2021 Indonesia Indonesia Issues New Regulation on the Import of Meat and Meat Products and New Foreign Meat Facility Registration Questionnaire The Directorate General of Livestock and Animal Health Services (DGLAHS) issued new questionnaires for foreign meat and pork establishments seeking approval to export to Indonesia. click here
21 Sep 2021 India Indias FSSAI Notifies Final Standards for Fortified Milk Powder and Iodine On September 2, 2021, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified the Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) First Amendment Regulations (2021). click here
21 Sep 2021 India India FSSAI Proposes New Regulations for Vegan Foods On September 8, 2021, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published draft regulations for packaged vegan food products. click here
21 Sep 2021 India India FSSAI Proposes Claims on Additional Categories of Edible Vegetable Oil On August 27, 2021, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified on its website the proposal to amend the Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Amendment Regulations (2018). click here
21 Sep 2021 India Indias FSSAI Notifies Draft Amendments for Specialty Foods Regulations The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare/Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued on September 6, 2021, Notification No. Stds/SP-05/T(Nutraceuticals-02). click here
17 Sep 2021 China P rp Section 301 Retaliatory Tariff Exclusions Extended China extended again the Section 301 retaliatory tariff exclusions on 11 agricultural products, including shrimp for cultivation, whey for feed, fishmeal for feed, alfalfa and six hardwood products. click here
15 Sep 2021 India India Clarifies and Extends its Import Date for Soybean Meal and Soy Cake Derived from Genetically Engineered Soybeans On September 13, 2021, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry/Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), published Notification No. 25/2015-2020, clarifying that it is authorizing the import of consignments of soybean meal and soy cake derived from genetically engineered (GE) soybeans with a bill of lading or lorry (truck) receipt date issued on or before October 31, 2021. click here
15 Sep 2021 Turkey Turkey Eliminates Tariffs on some Pulses and Grains Turkey announced the elimination of tariffs on some pulses and grains. According to a Presidential Decree published in the Official Gazette on September 8, 2021, the import tariffs on chickpeas, lentils, and wheat, rye, barley, oats, and sorghum (only seed for sewing) are reduced to zero until December 31, 2021. click here
15 Sep 2021 India India Approves Additional Ports for Bulk Soybean Meal Imports On September 3, 2021, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry/Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), issued Notification No. 23/2015-2020 pertaining to the Inclusion of Ports of Import in Continuation to Notification No. 20/2015-20 (August 24, 2021). click here
08 Sep 2021 Ukraine Updated MRLs for Chlorpyrifos and Chlorpyrifos-Methyl by Ukraine On January 1, 2022, Ukraine will implement new Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for chlorpyrifos and chlorpyrifos-methyl in agricultural and food products at the level of 0.01 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg) or milligrams per liter (mg/l) depending on whether the product is solid or liquid. click here
03 Sep 2021 China P rp Microbiologic and Parasite Standards and Monitoring for Laboratory Animals On July 9, 2021, China notified “Laboratory animal—Microbiological and parasitical standards and monitoring” to the WTO TBT Committee as G/TBT/N/CHN/1613. click here
01 Sep 2021 Brazil Success Story - Brazil Approves New Certificate for US Beef Exports On August 28, 2021, the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Supply (MAPA) began accepting the new Export Certificate model for U.S. exports of beef, beef products, and bovine offal into Brazil. click here
29 Aug 2021 Egypt A rp Egypt Extends Shelf-Life Requirements for Frozen Fish and Beef Liver for a Third Time On July 15, 2021, Egypt Minister of Trade and Industry (MTI) signed Decree No. 322/2021. The decree renewed an earlier decision that extended the shelf-life validity period for imported frozen fish from six to nine months and of frozen beef liver from seven to ten months. click here
27 Aug 2021 India India FSSAI Issues Final Standards for Walnut Kernels and Other Various Food Products On July 30, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published on its website the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Third Amendment Regulations (2021). click here
27 Aug 2021 Belgium European Commission Authorizes 10 GE Crops for Import On August 17, 2021, the European Commission (EC) approved seven genetically engineered (GE) crops (3 corn, 2 soybean, 1 rapeseed, and 1 cotton) and renewed the authorizations for two corn and one rapeseed crop used for food and animal feed. click here
26 Aug 2021 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Updates Foreign-Origin Wheat Import Requirements Sri Lanka National Plant Quarantine Service (NPQS) (national authority) has revised wheat grains import regulations. Previously the national authority had issued a blanket approval for the import of wheat for flour milling for human consumption. click here
25 Aug 2021 India India Officially Permits Limited Soybean Meal Imports On August 24, 2021, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry published a directive in the Gazette of India Extraordinary that will officially permit India to import 1.2 million metric tons (MMT) of soybean meal and soy cake derived from genetically engineered (GE) soybeans through October 31, 2021. click here
24 Aug 2021 China P rp Translation of Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides in Foods This report contains an unofficial translation of the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for Pesticides in Food. click here
23 Aug 2021 China P rp Two Draft MRL Standards Released for Domestic Comment Two draft Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) standards covering 64 and 26 pesticides, respectively, were released for domestic comment on August 10, 2021. click here
22 Aug 2021 Taiwan Taiwan Publishes Amended MRL List On August 18, 2021, Taiwan implemented an amended version of its Standards for Pesticide Residue Limits in Food. click here
20 Aug 2021 Mexico Mexico to Work Six Dairy Regulations and Two Still Pending at the WTO This report intends to highlight Mexico’s publications of its intent to redraft, modify, or create 6 dairy regulations (NOMs by their Spanish acronym). click here
17 Aug 2021 Philippines Validity of SPS Import Clearances Extended On August 10, 2021, the Philippine Department of Agriculture issued Administrative Order No. 21 temporarily extending the validity of SPS Import Clearances for Imported meat and poultry from 60 to 90 days. click here
16 Aug 2021 Mexico Proposed Changes to Mexico Organic Labeling Use Mexicos Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural development (SADER) announced proposed changes on how it regulates the use of its organic seal and other organic labeling rubrics. click here
13 Aug 2021 China P rp Interpretative Guidance on Imported Food Labeling Requirements in Decree 249 On July 29, the General Administration of Customs of the Peoples Republic of China (GACC) published interpretative guidance for Article 30 of Decree 249 as a Policy Interpretive Note. click here
03 Aug 2021 China P rp China Allows Dairy Products to Clear Customs with Importers Certification of Relevant Testing of Imports On July 6, 2021 Chinas General Administration of Customs (GACC) implemented a notification and commitment system that allows importers (or agents) to certify to the possession of testing reports for imported dairy products. click here
03 Aug 2021 South Africa South Africa Lifts the Fourth Prohibition on Domestic Transportation and Sale of Liquor Products On July 25, 2021, South Africa partially lifted the prohibition on the domestic transportation and sale of alcoholic beverages. click here
02 Aug 2021 Hong Kong Hong Kong Passed Amendment to Harmful Substances in Food Regulation The Legislative Council passed the Harmful Substances in Food (Amendment) Regulation 2021 on July 14, 2021. The goal of the legislation is to enhance the regulation of harmful substances such as industrially produced trans fats and mycotoxins in food. click here
02 Aug 2021 China P rp China Notifies Draft Labeling for Infants and Young Children On July 28, 2021, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) published a notice soliciting comments on "Further Regulating the Labeling and Marking of Infant and Young Children Formula Milk Powder Products (Draft for Solicitation of Comments)". click here
30 Jul 2021 Ecuador Ecuadorian Government Lowers Tariffs for 43 Agricultural Products On July 9th, 2021, Ecuador’s Foreign Trade Committee issued Resolution No. 009 – 2021, lowering tariffs on 667 products, including 43 agricultural products. click here
30 Jul 2021 India India Lowers its Tariff Duty on Lentils - HS Code 07134000 On July 26, 2021, India’s Ministry of Finance issued Notification No. 38/2021-Customs. India is lowering the basic import duty on lentils (HS 0713.40.00) from 10 percent to zero percent for all origins, except for U.S.- origin lentils. click here
29 Jul 2021 Philippines Minimum Labeling Requirements For Imported Meat and Poultry Strictly Enforced On July 27, 2021, the Philippine Department of Agricultures National Meat Inspection Service issued Memorandum Circular No. 07-2021-018, reiterating the minimum labeling requirements for imported meat. click here
28 Jul 2021 Uganda Uganda Notification on Powdered Silver Cyprinid On July 26th, 2021, Uganda notified a draft standard on powdered silver cyprinid (mukene) to the WTO SPS Committee as G/SPS/N/UGA/164. click here
28 Jul 2021 India Indias FSSAI Authorizes a Six-Month Extension for Compliance with the Commercial Feeds and Feed Materials Standards to Select Industry Stakeholders On July 14, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) extended the compliance timeline for guidelines issued for commercial feeds/feed materials (i.e., compounded cattle feed) intended for meat and milk producing animals. click here
26 Jul 2021 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report summarizes the key technical and import requirements for food and agricultural products imposed by the Government of the Dominican Republic. click here
26 Jul 2021 India Indias FSSAI Extends Implementation Date for Processing Aids in Food Products On June 22, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a directive extending by six months the implementation date of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Ninth Amendment Regulations (2020). click here
26 Jul 2021 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (DR) for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
26 Jul 2021 Russia Eurasian Economic Union Ag Times No 1 of 2021 This report contains summaries of relevant decisions and documents from the Armenia-BelarusKazakhstan-Kyrgyzstan-Russia Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) meetings, published between November 21, 2020, and July 22, 2021, that impact EAEU food and agriculture policy. click here
21 Jul 2021 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report On June 16, 2021, China notified draft National Food Safety Standard of Cream, Butter and Anhydrous Milk Fat (GB19646-xxxx) to the WTO SPS Committee as G/SPS/N/CHN/1221. click here
20 Jul 2021 India Indias FSSAI Extends Compliance Timeline on Specialty Food Products Imports for Inborn Errors of Metabolism and Hypoallergenic Conditions On June 30, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a new directive extending the compliance timeline for the implementation of regulations governing the import of specialty food products for inborn errors of metabolism (IEM) and hypoallergenic conditions. click here
20 Jul 2021 India India FSSAI Notifies Draft Ayurveda Aahar Regulations On July 13, 2021, India notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) its new draft Ayurveda Aahar Regulations (2021). click here
20 Jul 2021 India Indias FSSAI Changes Nomenclature of Blended Edible Vegetable Oil to Multi Source Edible Oil On June 29, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a new directive changing the nomenclature Blended Edible Vegetable Oil or Multi Source Edible Vegetable Oil now to simply Multi Source Edible Oil. click here
20 Jul 2021 India Indias FSSAI Extends Implementation Date for Infant Nutrition Foods Standard On June 22, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a new directive extending its implementation date for standards relating to different categories of infant nutrition foods. click here
19 Jul 2021 Japan 242nd Food Safety Group On July 16, 2021, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) proposed revisions to Japan’s maximum residue levels for 11 agricultural chemicals (MCPA, MCPB, Captan, Cyazofamid, Pyriofenone, Fluoxastrobin, Procymidone, Mandestrobin, Cypermethrin, Albendazole, and Zeranol) for various agricultural commodities. click here
16 Jul 2021 Mexico Expected Changes to US Skin and Hide Import Requirements This report updates a June 23, 2021 FAS Mexico City (MX2021-0034) notification to U.S. exporters of raw bovine skins and hides on changing import requirements for those products. click here
15 Jul 2021 Ukraine Ukraine Adopts New Labeling Rules for Selected Food Products The Government of Ukraine adopted new labeling requirements for country of origin or place of origin for selected food products on April 1, 2021. click here
12 Jul 2021 Canada Canada Consulting on Proposed Updates to Feeds Regulations Canada has released proposed changes to the Feeds Regulations, 1983. The proposed regulations, Feeds Regulations, 2022, will provide the first major update to Canada’s livestock feeds regulations in over 30 years. click here
07 Jul 2021 Korea rp Korea Extends Temporary TRQ for Eggs and Egg Products On June 22, 2021, Korea announced an additional 36,000 MT temporary tariff rate quota (TRQ) for eggs and egg products in effect until December 31, 2021. click here
06 Jul 2021 Kenya Kenya Notification on Canned Vegetables On June 10, 2021, Kenya notified a draft standard on canned vegetables to the WTO TBT Committee as G/TBT/N/KEN/1102. click here
06 Jul 2021 Canada Consultations Launched on A Regulatory Framework for Supplemented Foods Health Canada launched public consultations on a proposed regulatory framework for supplemented foods, closing on August 25, 2021. click here
06 Jul 2021 Uganda Uganda Notification on Fruit Cocktails On June 8, 2021, Uganda notified a draft standard on canned fruit cocktails to the WTO SPS Committee as G/SPS/N/UGA/162. click here
02 Jul 2021 Tanzania Rep Tanzania Notification on Canned Vegetables On June 10, 2021, Tanzania notified a draft East African Standard on Canned vegetables — Specification (DEAS 1060:2021) to the WTO SPS Committee as G/SPS/N/TZA/138. click here
02 Jul 2021 EU-28 European Commission Publishes Roadmap on Revision of Labeling Rules for Alcoholic Beverages On June 24, 2021, the European Commission published a roadmap outlining its intention to revise the labeling rules on alcoholic beverages as part of its Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan. click here
01 Jul 2021 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. click here
14 May 2021 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The following changes have been made to the 2021 FAIRS report: Section III - Packaging Sustainability Measures; Section V- Harmful Substances in Food Regulations under Contaminants Control Regulations; Section VII- Plant-based Meat and/or Dairy Alternatives; and Section IX- Reexport Procedure for Hemp Products. click here
07 May 2021 Panama Republic Rules of Origin Requirements to Receive United StatesPanama Trade Promotion Agreement Customs Benefits U.S. and Panamanian importers and exporters should know that rules of origin requirements for food and agricultural products are enforced by Panama’s customs authorities. click here
07 May 2021 China P rp Administrative Measures on Import and Export Food Safety - Decree 249 Revised Administrative Measures on Import and Export Food Safety (GACC Degree 249) will enter into force on January 1, 2022. click here
07 May 2021 China P rp Draft Voluntary Group Standard for Plant-Based Food The Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology released a group standard, the General Standard for Plant-based Food (Draft for Comments), for public comment on April 8, 2021. click here
29 Apr 2021 India INDIA - FSSAI Issues SOPs for Licensing and Registration of Fortified Food Products in its Food Safety and Compliance System On April 13, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified provisions for licensing and registration of fortified food products in its Food Safety and Compliance System (FOSCOS). click here
29 Apr 2021 India INDIA - FSSAI Modifies Standards for Shea Butter and Borneo Tallow Nut Oil On March 22, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) modified its food safety and standards related to Shea butter and Borneo tallow nut oil (or Sal nut oil). click here
29 Apr 2021 India INDIA - FSSAI Publishes Draft Standard Operating Procedures for fixation of pesticides MRLs On April 9, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a draft guidance document – Standard Operating Procedures to Fix Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for Pesticides. click here
27 Apr 2021 EU-28 European Commission Launches Public Consultation on Revision of Feed Additives Legislation On March 25, 2021, the European Commission launched an official public consultation on possible revisions to the European Union (EU) feed additives legislation. click here
27 Apr 2021 Russia Draft Amendments to EAEU Phytosanitary Requirements Notified to WTO On April 6, 2021, Russia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) phytosanitary regulations via G/SPS/N/RUS/219 and G/SPS/N/RUS/220. click here
26 Apr 2021 Japan Japan Lifted Aflatoxin Inspection Order on Walnuts On April 1, 2021, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) suspended a mandatory aflatoxin inspection regime imposed on walnuts from the United States and other exporting countries. click here
22 Apr 2021 Kazakhstan First Stage 2021 Meat TRQs for Kazakhstan On December 22, 2020, the first stage of Kazakhstan’s 2021 meat quotas were announced by the Kazakhstani Ministry of Trade and Integration. click here
22 Apr 2021 Germany German Cabinet Agrees on Draft Laws to Implement the New EU Agricultural Policy On April 13, 2021, the German Cabinet agreed on four draft laws to transpose the European Union (EU)’s new common agricultural policy (CAP) into national law. click here
21 Apr 2021 EU-28 EU Transparency Regulation Enters Into Force On March 27, 2021, the EU’s Transparency Regulation (2019/1381) went into force. click here
20 Apr 2021 China P rp Overseas Facilities Registration Regulation - Decree 248 The Regulations on the Registration and Administration of Overseas Producers of Imported Food (Degree 248) will enter into force on January 1, 2022. click here
16 Apr 2021 India India Confirms Prunes Not Subject to the non-Genetically Modified cum Genetically-Modified-Free Status Certificate Requirement FAS New Delhi (Post) secured confirmation from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India that prunes from plums (Prunus domestica) are a processed food product (dried fruit). click here
16 Apr 2021 India India - FSSAI Publishes Corrections to Nutrients Levels in the Final Foods for Infant Nutrition Regulations of 2020 On April 5, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India published corrections to its final Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations (2020). click here
13 Apr 2021 Russia Russia Continues to Fine Tune its Food Ban to Import Substitution Needs The Russian Government amended the list of agricultural products that are subject to Russia’s food ban to exclude breeding grapevine and brown garden snails from the ban as of March 9, 2021. click here
09 Apr 2021 EU-28 Changing EU Import Conditions for Composite Products U.S. exporters of composite products will face new documentary requirements for shipments to the European Union. click here
09 Apr 2021 Mexico Interinstitutional Agreement on Standard NOM-051 FOPL Compliance This report intends to inform U.S. processed foods and non-alcoholic beverage companies interested in the Mexican market about the additional implementations to the Front of Pack labeling that will start on April 1, 2021. click here
08 Apr 2021 India India Notifies Final Standards for Cereals and Varied Products The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India published in the Gazette of India on March 4, 2021 and on March 9 listed on its website the notification Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) First Amendment Regulations ( 2021). click here
05 Apr 2021 Japan MAFF Announces Dairy TRQs for JFY 2021 On April 1, Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) announced tariff-rate quota (TRQ) volumes for dairy products that will be open during Japanese fiscal year (JFY) 2021 (April to March). click here
05 Apr 2021 Indonesia Indonesia Halal Overview This report provides an overview of relevant regulations, decrees, and standards related to halal certification and the implementation of Indonesia’s 2014 Halal Law. click here
05 Apr 2021 India India - Requirement of a Certificate of Non-Genetically Modified and GM-Free Status for Apple Consignments - A Workaround Solution Effective March 1, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) requires a certificate for Non-Genetically Modified (GM) and GM-Free status for all apples, all origins being imported into the country. click here
01 Apr 2021 Haiti FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of Haiti for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
01 Apr 2021 Haiti FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by Haiti for food and agricultural imports. click here
01 Apr 2021 Mexico Deadline for Organic Imports into Mexico to Meet Organic Standards Remains June 2021 Mexico maintains its deadline for organic product imports of bulk/raw material to be certified under its organics law (LPO) by June 26, 2021. click here
31 Mar 2021 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major registration requirements and export certificates required for food and agricultural exports to the People’s Republic of China. click here
31 Mar 2021 Russia Draft Amendments to EAEU Veterinary Regulations Notified to WTO Russia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) veterinary regulations regarding some dairy products and feed additives via G/SPS/N/RUS/217 and G/SPS/N/RUS/218, respectively. click here
30 Mar 2021 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report presents the key regulations and standards applicable to food and agricultural imports, including changes to existing standards. click here
25 Mar 2021 Japan Japan To Begin Enforcement of Organic Regulations for Turkey Products From July 25, 2021, Japan’s organic standards for livestock products will encompass turkey products. click here
23 Mar 2021 China P rp Industry Group Issues Voluntary Standard for PlantBased Meat Alternative Products On December 25, 2020, the Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFST) issued the voluntary group standard Plant-Based Meat Products (T/CIFST 001-2020). click here
17 Mar 2021 India INDIA - FSSAI Notifies Authorized Officers for New Food Import Entry Points On February 26, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published its Authorized Officers’ list for food import entry points. click here
16 Mar 2021 Japan Tariffs on US Beef Rise as USJTA Safeguard Triggers On March 17, Japan Customs announced that Japan’s imports of U.S. beef surpassed the annual trigger safeguard volume established under the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement (USJTA). click here
12 Mar 2021 Malaysia Malaysia Notified New Requirements for the Importation of Grains and Grain Products On January 25, 2021, Malaysia notified new requirements for the importation of grains and grain products to the WTO. click here
11 Mar 2021 Mexico Mexico Front of Pack second phase implementation This report intends to inform U.S. processed foods and non-alcoholic beverage companies interested in the Mexican market about the additional stipulations in the NOM-051 Front of Pack Labeling regulation that will go into effect on April 1, 2021. click here
09 Mar 2021 China P rp China Notified Draft National Standard for Wheat On February 8, 202 China notified a draft revised National Standard for Wheat to the World Trade Organization as G/TBT/N/CHN/1538. click here
09 Mar 2021 Taiwan Taiwan Announces New Chocolate Labeling Regulations On March 2, 2021, Taiwan announced the final version of new regulations for labeling chocolate products, set to take effect on January 1, 2022. click here
06 Mar 2021 Bangladesh pr Bangladesh issues Regulation on Food Safety 2017 On June 7 2017, the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority released the following Regulation on Food Safety (Chemical contamination, toxin, and harmful residue), 2017. click here
06 Mar 2021 Bangladesh pr Bangladesh issues Use of Food Additives Act 2017 On March 15, 2017 the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority released the Use of Food Additives Act. As of March 7, 2021, Bangladesh has not notified the regulation to the WTO SPS Committee. click here
06 Mar 2021 Bangladesh pr Bangladesh issues Packaged Food Labelling Act 2017 On May 9, 2017 the Bangladesh Food Safety Authority released the Packaged Food Labeling Act. As of March 7, 2021, Bangladesh has not notified the regulation to the WTO SPS Committee. click here
04 Mar 2021 Vietnam Soc Rep Vietnam Issues National Standard for Chilled Beef and Buffalo Meat This report provides an unofficial translation of Vietnam’s National Standard for Chilled Meat - Part 2: Beef and Buffalo Meat (TCVN 12429-2:2020) issued under the Vietnamese Ministry of Science and Technology’s Decision No. 3272/QD-BKHCN dated November 26, 2020. click here
02 Mar 2021 Russia Draft Amendments to EAEU Food Safety Regulations Notified to WTO Russia and Kyrgyzstan notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) Technical Regulation on food safety establishing maximum residue limits for veterinary drugs in food products of animal origin via G/TBT/N/RUS/109, G/SPS/N/RUS/210 and G/SPS/N/KGZ/19. click here
02 Mar 2021 India India - The FSSAI Issues Compliance Clarifications for its Genetically Modified-Free Certificate Order for Imported Food Products On February 24, 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a clarification of acceptable certifying authority options for compliance with its Genetically Modified (GM)-Free certificate for imported food products. click here
25 Feb 2021 Mexico Mexico Grants Companies Additional Month to Correct Commercial Information for Violations to NOM051 and Others The Mexican Tax Administration Service (SAT) announced on February 5, 2021 that Mexican authorities will grant a 30-day period to rectify and/or correct commercial information regarding NOM051 and other labeling NOMs. click here
23 Feb 2021 Canada New Canadian Organic Standards 2020 On December 11, 2020, Canada published the first update of the Canadian Organic Standards since 2015, updating a range of livestock measures and permitted substances lists among other changes. click here
22 Feb 2021 India New Budget Estimates for the Sugar Industry and a Revised Ethanol Import Duty On February 1, 2021, the Government of India’s (GOI) Ministry of Finance presented the annual budget for Indian Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/22 (April-March) and announced budget estimates of $595.2 million (INR 43.37 billion) for the domestic sugar industry and raised the import duty on denatured ethanol to five percent from its current applicable duty of 2.5 percent. click here
22 Feb 2021 Morocco Beef Rules of Origin Self-Attestation On January 28, 2021, Morocco’s Administration des Douanes et Impots Indirects (Moroccan Customs) requested additional documentation for U.S. exports of beef and beef products. click here
19 Feb 2021 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The U.S-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA) entered into force on October 31, 2012. click here
19 Feb 2021 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Consumers continue to perceive U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand. click here
17 Feb 2021 India India - Clarifications on the FSSAI Genetically Modified-Free Certificate Order for Imported Food Products On February 8, 2021, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) clarified that the implementation of the requirement for a Genetically Modified-Free Certificate for imported food products will apply to all consignments. click here
16 Feb 2021 Canada Canada Clarifies Timelines for Anticipated Labeling Changes Canadian nutrition labeling changes published in 2016 will officially enter into force on December 14, 2021. click here
11 Feb 2021 Russia Russia Introduces New Agricultural Export Restrictions Recent measures intended to dampen domestic food price increases by inhibiting grain exports were adjusted by Decree #33 signed on January 23, 2021. click here
10 Feb 2021 China P rp Cold Chain Control Measures Expand Across South China Effective January 27, 2021, Guangzhou became the latest city to implement requirements for imported frozen food to pass through and test negative for COVID at a ‘centralized supervision warehouse’ within the city before being sold into the local market. click here
09 Feb 2021 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. click here
09 Feb 2021 Guatemala CAFTA-DR Tariff Line Classification Issue On December 18, 2020 the Guatemalan Ministry of Economy officially adopted the 6th Amendment of the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding Systems (HS) for international trade, via Ministerial Decree 934-2020. click here
08 Feb 2021 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report provides current information on export certificates issued by U.S. government agencies in conformity with Mexican import standards and regulations. click here
07 Feb 2021 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Malaysia. click here
07 Feb 2021 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Malaysia. click here
04 Feb 2021 Mexico Mexico Front of Pack Requirements for Endorsed Products by Organizations and Associations This report intends to inform U.S. processed foods and non-alcoholic beverage companies interested in the Mexican market about updates to the new Front of Pack labeling modifications that was originally implemented on October 1, 2020 as the first phase of its three-phase implementation schedule. click here
03 Feb 2021 Japan Japan Lowers Planned Butter and NFDM Imports for 2021 On January 29, the Japanese government announced that it would reduce planned imports of butter to 6,400 metric tons (MT) in Japanese fiscal year (JFY) 2021 from 14,000 MT the previous year while maintaining nonfat dry milk imports at 750 MT. click here
03 Feb 2021 India FSSAI Discloses Final Timeline on Specialty Foods Imports for Inborn Errors of Metabolism and Hypoallergenic Conditions The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a directive notifying its final timeline to allow the import of specialty food products for Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM) and Hypoallergenic conditions. click here
02 Feb 2021 Indonesia MOA Issues Regulation on Genetically Engineered Crops - Paving Way for Commercial Cultivation The Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) has released Regulation No. 50/2020, which for the first time provides post-monitoring guidelines for the commercial cultivation of genetically engineered (GE) crops in Indonesia. click here
02 Feb 2021 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Jordan occasionally bans imports of specific products due to sanitary-phytosanitary (SPS) concerns. click here
02 Feb 2021 Hong Kong Microbial Food Ingredients Encounter No Regulatory Barriers in Hong Kong Hong Kong’s first vegan lab-grown ice cream launched recently amid the growing awareness of plantbased meats by Hong Kong consumers inspired by global trends and the availability of Impossible Foods, Beyond Meat, and Omnipork in the local market. click here
01 Feb 2021 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. click here
01 Feb 2021 Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report discusses food and agricultural export product certificates currently required by the Singapore Government. click here
01 Feb 2021 Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Singapore. click here
01 Feb 2021 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report. click here
01 Feb 2021 Russia Russia Mulls Replacing its Beef TRQs with Tariff as of 2022 In November 2020 the GOR sub-commission on customs tariff regulation and non-tariff regulation and protective measures in external trade approved a proposal to replace its tariff rate quotas on imported beef with the flat rate import tariff of 27.5 percent. click here
01 Feb 2021 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) continues to stringently implement and approve food regulations and standards on imported food and agricultural products. click here
28 Jan 2021 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This document provides an overview of major Mexican laws and regulations of agricultural and food products and their import regulations. click here
28 Jan 2021 New Zealand New Zealand and China Sign FTA Upgrade On January 26, 2021, New Zealand and China signed an Upgrade to the 2008 Free Trade Agreement (FTA). click here
28 Jan 2021 EU-28 European Commission Authorizes 8 GE Crops for Import On January 22, 2021, the European Commission (EC) approved five genetically engineered (GE) crops (three corn and two soybeans) and renewed the authorization for three corn crops used for food and feed. click here
27 Jan 2021 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report supplements information provided in the 2020 Indonesia FAIRS Country Report and updates the 2019 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report. click here
27 Jan 2021 Honduras Honduras Sets Rough Rice Shortage Import Quota for 2021 Honduras Set a 118,800 MT Rough Rice Shortage Import Quota for 2021 after local production was severely hit by Hurricanes Eta and Iota. click here
27 Jan 2021 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). click here
27 Jan 2021 Iceland Iceland Launches its First Comprehensive Food Policy In December 2020, the Government of Iceland presented its first comprehensive Food Policy. click here
26 Jan 2021 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The FAIRS Annual Country Report maintains the baseline information for Bangladesh as it relates to all food for human and animal consumption. click here
26 Jan 2021 U S A USDA Dairy Import License Circular for 2020 USDA Dairy Import License Circular for 2020. click here
24 Jan 2021 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Algeria as it relates to food and agricultural exports. click here
22 Jan 2021 Taiwan Taiwan Removes US Products From 2021 Enhanced Inspection List The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) enhanced inspection list for food imports in calendar year 2021 contains no U.S. products. click here
22 Jan 2021 EU-28 EFSA Evaluates EU Animal Welfare Situation in Farm To Fork REFIT Effort The European Farm to Fork (F2F) Strategy includes a review of EU animal welfare (AW) legislation and requirements in European animal production. click here
21 Jan 2021 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the certificates required for the importation of food and agricultural products into Ghana, plus further information on food product registration, labeling, import permits and other relevant information to assist U.S. exporters. click here
21 Jan 2021 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Sections Updated: I, II, III, IV, V, VII, VIII, IX and Appendix II click here
21 Jan 2021 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides updates on dairy export certificates and outlines Korea’s temporary policy to accept photocopy versions of export documents for some food products in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. click here
20 Jan 2021 Turkey Turkey Returns to 2018 Customs Tariff Regime for Walnuts On December 31, 2020, the Government of Turkey (GoT) published a Presidential Decision Decree (PDD) that changed the import tariff for in-shell and shelled walnuts. click here
20 Jan 2021 India FSSAI Clarifies Food Product Categories That Qualify for Default Insecticide Tolerance Limits The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority published a clarification to the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011. click here
19 Jan 2021 China P rp : China Lowers Applied MFN Tariff Rates and Revises Out of Quota TRQ Rates On December 23, 2020, the State Council Tariff Commission (SCTC) announced its annual tariff adjustment plan that sets tentative import and export tariff rates for select tariff lines in 2021. click here
15 Jan 2021 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Kazakhstan reforms its regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and WTO commitments. click here
15 Jan 2021 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Republic of Kazakhstan. click here
15 Jan 2021 China P rp China Announces Second Batch of Biosafety Certificates On January 11, 2021, the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) issued biosafety certificates for imports of two new traits along with the renewal of three others. click here
15 Jan 2021 Hong Kong Hong Kong Took Further Action in the WTO on US Origin Marking Requirement On January 14, 2021, Hong Kong requested the World Trade Organization (WTO) Dispute Settlement Mechanism (DBS) to set up a panel to consider its dispute with the United States on the United States’ recent origin marking requirement for Hong Kong products. click here
15 Jan 2021 Japan : Government Supports Freezing Imported Beef Prior to Customs Clearance On January 1, the Government of Japan introduced a new payment scheme for Japanese importers to postpone customs clearance of imported chilled beef between January 1 and June 30. click here
14 Jan 2021 India FSSAI Extends Implementation Date for Trans-Fat Limits in Processed Food Products The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India published a directive that extends its implementation date for trans-fat limits in processed food products. click here
14 Jan 2021 Brazil FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual There were no substantial alterations on the regulatory framework for agricultural goods in 2020 except for the review of nutritional labeling by the National Agency of Sanitary Surveillance (ANVISA). click here
14 Jan 2021 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. click here
14 Jan 2021 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and identifying the relevant local agencies with oversight over these issues. click here
14 Jan 2021 Hong Kong Hong Kong Proposes to Amend the Harmful Substances in Food Regulations The Hong Kong government (HKG) has launched a public consultation on its proposed amendments to the Harmful Substances in Food Regulations. click here
14 Jan 2021 China P rp Industry Group Issues Voluntary Standard for Plant-Based Meat Alternative Products On December 25, 2020, the Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFST) issued the voluntary group standard Plant-Based Meat Products (T/CIFST 001-2020). click here
13 Jan 2021 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information of the food and agricultural laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. click here
13 Jan 2021 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report In 2020, Vietnam maintained certification requirements for imported animals and animal products and plant and plant products, as well as certificate requirements for processed and pre-packaged food. click here
13 Jan 2021 Philippines FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. click here
13 Jan 2021 Philippines FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines the Philippine government’s required documents of the United States in order to facilitate the importation of U.S. food and agricultural products. click here
13 Jan 2021 Argentina Argentina Lowers Export Taxes on Many Specialty Crops and Imposes Financing Restrictions on Luxury Beverages On January, 6 the Central Bank of Argentina announced financing restrictions on importers of luxury goods, including but not limited to, champagne, whisky, liqueurs and other spirits valued at more than USD $50 per liter. click here
12 Jan 2021 Egypt A rp Egypt Continues to Relax Shelf-Life Requirements for Frozen Fish and Beef Liver On December 30, 2020, Egypt’s Minister of Trade and Industry (MTI) signed Decree No. 653/2020. click here
12 Jan 2021 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Taiwan government to export food and agricultural products to Taiwan. click here
12 Jan 2021 India Final Standards for Various Food Products Published in Indian Gazette The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India published the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Tenth Amendment Regulations, 2020 in the Official Gazette of India. click here
11 Jan 2021 U K EU-UK Trade Agreement - Potential Impacts of Rules of Origin At 2300 local time on December 31, 2020, the United Kingdom (UK) completed its departure from the European Union (EU). click here
11 Jan 2021 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The United Kingdom (UK) departed the European Union (EU) on January 31, 2020. As a starting point, the UK is basing its food law and import requirements on EU legislation, including the format of animal and plant export health certificates. click here
11 Jan 2021 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The United Kingdom (UK) left the European Union (EU) on January 31, 2020. The UK will continue to accept product health certificates in the existing EU formats from the relevant U.S. authorities until further notice. click here
11 Jan 2021 India USDA AMS Ends Organic Recognition Agreement with India Changing its approach toward organic oversight in India, on January 11, 2021, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service’s (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP) ended the organic recognition arrangement with India’s Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). click here
11 Jan 2021 Canada Lot Code Packaging Requirement Enforcement Begins January 15 On January 15, 2021 enforcement of lot code requirements for fresh fruit and vegetables will begin, following a one-year extension provided to industry to use up existing packaging. click here
11 Jan 2021 EU-28 EU Launches Consultation on Composite Food Products Exempt from Official Checks at EU Borders On January 5, 2021, the European Commission launched a public consultation on the establishment of a list of composite products that are exempt from border checks when the public and animal health risk is considered minimal. click here
11 Jan 2021 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report As a member of the European Union (EU), the Czech Republic implements EU regulations regarding required export certifications. click here
11 Jan 2021 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. click here
11 Jan 2021 Poland New Polish Agricultural Commodity Exchange is Operational A new Polish spot commodity exchange, which was established as a public-private partnership, began trading in October 2020. click here
11 Jan 2021 U S A U.S. Sugar Monthly Import and Re-Exports The January WASDE report shows FY 2021 WTO raw sugar tariff-rate quota (TRQ) shortfall projected at 99,208 short tons raw value (STRV), unchanged from last month. click here
07 Jan 2021 Japan Japan to Require Catch Documents for Imports of Vulnerable Marine Species On December 4, 2020, Japan passed the Adjustment for the Domestic Distribution of Specified Marine Animals and Plants Act to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. click here
07 Jan 2021 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report focuses on specific Spanish certification requirements that differ or are in addition to EUharmonized certification. click here
07 Jan 2021 EU-28 Commission Publishes Roadmap on the Upcoming Revision of Food Labeling Requirements On December 23, 2020, the European Commission published a roadmap outlining its intention to revise the Food Information to Consumers Regulation as part of its Farm to Fork Strategy. click here
07 Jan 2021 EU-28 European Union (EU)-MERCOSUR Trade Agreement – A Preliminary Analysis On June 28, 2019, the European Union became the first major partner to strike a trade agreement with the Southern Common Market (or MERCOSUR) countries of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. click here
06 Jan 2021 Japan Japan-UK Free Trade Agreement Enters into Force On January 1, the Japan-UK Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) entered into force. click here
06 Jan 2021 Myanmar FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report lists the major certificates required by the Burmese government agencies for U.S agricultural products exported to Burma. click here
06 Jan 2021 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report France as a member of the European Union (EU-27) has implemented EU regulations for the import of animal and plant products. click here
06 Jan 2021 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report France, as a member of the European Union (EU), generally follows EU directives, regulations, and obligations. click here
06 Jan 2021 Morocco Morocco Announces 2021 FTA Tariff Schedule On January 1, 2021, the Government of Morocco (GOM) published Circular # 6125/222, announcing the required tariff changes under the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement (FTA) for Calendar Year 2021. click here
06 Jan 2021 India Second Extension on Commercial Feeds and Feed Materials Standards Compliance Timeline On January 1, 2021, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India extended the compliance date for stakeholders to adopt standards established by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) related to the commercial feeds/feed materials intended for meat and milk producing animals. click here
06 Jan 2021 Mexico Mexico Publishes Decree to Ban Glyphosate and GE Corn On December 31, Mexico published a final decree that calls for a phase-out of use of both glyphosate and genetically modified (GE) corn for human consumption in Mexico. click here
05 Jan 2021 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The second stage of the front of pack labeling regulation is scheduled to enter into force on January 1, 2021. click here
05 Jan 2021 EU-28 EU-US Agreement on Lobster Tariffs Enters Into Force On December 18, 2020, the European Commission published a Regulation eliminating EU customs duties for fresh and frozen lobsters from August 1, 2020 to July 31, 2025. click here
05 Jan 2021 Japan Japan 238th Food Safety Group Announcements On December 25, 2020, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) proposed revisions to Japan’s maximum residue levels for three pesticides (Cyflumetofen, Tiadinil, and Thiencarbazonemethyl) and a veterinary drug, Dichloroisocyanuric acid. click here
04 Jan 2021 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country ReportFood and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Since its European Union (EU) accession in 2004, Lithuania has consistently harmonized its domestic food and agricultural regulations with EU standards. click here
04 Jan 2021 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Lithuania applies harmonized European Union (EU) regulations, including requisite certificates for most animal- and plant-origin food and agricultural imports from non-EU countries. click here
04 Jan 2021 India State of Maharashtra Issues New Registration Requirements for Alcoholic Beverages On November 6, the State of Maharashtra issued new rules related to the license and label registration process for imported alcoholic beverages in the state. click here
04 Jan 2021 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an update of GAIN report SP2019-0049. It outlines the legislation applicable to the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly focusing on those rules that differ from EU legislation. click here
04 Jan 2021 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Report Highlights: As a European Union (EU) Member State, Bulgaria applies EU regulatory requirements for all animal- and plant-origin food and agricultural imports. click here
04 Jan 2021 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Bulgaria acceded to the European Union (EU) in 2007 and follows EU food directives, standards, and regulations. click here
02 Jan 2021 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report contains major export certificates that the Government of Bangladesh (GOB) requires from U.S. agricultural product exporters. click here
31 Dec 2020 Argentina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides overall information on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverage products to Argentina. click here
31 Dec 2020 Russia Russia to Restrict Exports of Some Grains and Oilseeds Through Mid-2021 As part of its package of measures to reduce food prices adopted in December 2020, the Russian government issued a number of decrees to restrict exports of some grains and oilseeds in the first half of 2021. click here
31 Dec 2020 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updates on Government of Kenya (GOK) technical import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products. click here
31 Dec 2020 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The report updates the import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products required by the Government of Tanzania (GoT). click here
31 Dec 2020 Haiti FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by Haiti for food and agricultural imports. click here
31 Dec 2020 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report complements the FAIRS Country Report. The report specifically provides information on required certificates from the Government of Tanzania (GoT) for exporting food and agricultural products to Tanzania. click here
31 Dec 2020 Vietnam Soc Rep Vietnam Issues National Technical Regulations for Plant Quarantine Pests This report provides an unofficial translation of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development Circular 15/2020/TT-BNNPTNT dated December 25, 2020. click here
31 Dec 2020 Haiti FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of Haiti for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
31 Dec 2020 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights all major certificates and permits that the government of Nigeria (GON) require for exporting food and agricultural products from the United States to Nigeria. click here
31 Dec 2020 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report As global food and agricultural trade continues to integrate, Nigeria has formulated structures, strategies, laws, and food control systems including regulatory authorities to enhance public health, food safety and international trade. click here
31 Dec 2020 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major registration requirements and export certificates required for food and agricultural exports to the People’s Republic of China. click here
31 Dec 2020 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report China released several significant food and agricultural import regulations and standards for public comment in 2020. click here
31 Dec 2020 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Kenya and provides information on certificates required by the Government of Kenya (GOK) to export food and agricultural products to Kenya. click here
30 Dec 2020 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Poland is a European Union (EU) Member State and applies all EU regulations pertaining to imports of food and feed products. click here
30 Dec 2020 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Poland applies European Union (EU) regulatory requirements for all foods of animal- and plant-origin. click here
30 Dec 2020 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to Egypt. click here
30 Dec 2020 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report - 2020 The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak has severely affected the global economy and India is no exception. click here
30 Dec 2020 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report - 2020 In 2020, the Government of India published detailed guidance on specific measures for all types of food businesses to follow including food service, transport, and retail operations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. click here
30 Dec 2020 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) is continuing to expand its regulatory reach. The authority has taken full control on imports since November 15, 2019. click here
29 Dec 2020 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report As a European Union (EU) member since 2007, Romania observes the EU regulations and directives, which are applied directly or transposed through national-level implementing regulations. click here
29 Dec 2020 Bahamas FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report outlines The Bahamas’ certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select Export Certificates. click here
29 Dec 2020 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Austria, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. click here
29 Dec 2020 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU’s Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy-specific information. click here
29 Dec 2020 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Romania applies European Union (EU) regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from the United States. click here
28 Dec 2020 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report summarizes the key technical and import requirements for food and agricultural products imposed by the Government of the Dominican Republic. click here
28 Dec 2020 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
28 Dec 2020 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products exported to Serbia. click here
28 Dec 2020 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. click here
28 Dec 2020 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines the major export certificates required by the Government of Jamaica for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
28 Dec 2020 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This reports outlines the requirements in exporting food and agricultural products to Jamaica. There were no major changes to these requirements in 2020. click here
28 Dec 2020 Mexico Organic Exports to Mexico Must be Certified to Mexican Organic Standards by June 2021 Mexico published the “Measure Establishing Merchandise whose Importation is Subject to Regulation by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER). click here
27 Dec 2020 India Government of India Notifies Standards for Fortifying Processed Food Products On December 18, 2020, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published in its Gazette the Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) First Amendment Regulations, 2020. click here
23 Dec 2020 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Germany is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and applies the certification requirements described in the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certificate Report. click here
23 Dec 2020 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report includes an update of Section II Labeling Requirements, 2.1 Standard Labeling, 2.2 Nutrition Labeling. click here
23 Dec 2020 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand. click here
23 Dec 2020 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. click here
23 Dec 2020 India FSSAI Publishes Regulations for Alcoholic Beverages On December 18, 2020, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued new regulations and standards for alcoholic beverages. click here
22 Dec 2020 India Government of India Announces Market Year 2020-21 Subsidy for Sugar Exports On December 16, 2020, the Government of India’s (GOI) Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a subsidy of $475.8 million to facilitate sugar exports. click here
22 Dec 2020 Myanmar FAIRS Annual Country Report Annual Burma is in the process of updating many of its laws and regulations that affect the importation of agricultural products. click here
22 Dec 2020 EU-28 Mancozeb Non-Renewal and MRL Review On December 14, 2020, the European Commission published Commission Implementing Regulation 2020/2087 concerning the non-renewal of the active substance, mancozeb, in the Official Journal. click here
22 Dec 2020 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Algeria. click here
22 Dec 2020 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (DR) for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
22 Dec 2020 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report In 2019, Taiwan was the eight largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products, valued at just over $3.6 billion. click here
21 Dec 2020 EU-28 European Commission Launches Public Consultation on Possible Revision of Feed Additives Legislation On December 14, 2020, the European Commission launched a public consultation on possible revisions to the European Union (EU) feed additives legislation. click here
21 Dec 2020 Mexico Mexico Announces Changes to its Organic Products Import Procedures Mexico has announced proposed changes to its organic import procedures under the “Agreement Establishing Goods whose Import and Export are Subject to Regulation by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development” (the draft measure). click here
21 Dec 2020 Thailand Revised Notification on Required Quality Standard for Imported Alcoholic Beverages On September 23, 2020, the Thai Excise Department published a revised notification on quality standard for imported alcoholic. click here
20 Dec 2020 India Final Standards for Infant Nutrition Foods Published in Indian Gazette The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations, 2020 in the Official Gazette of India. click here
18 Dec 2020 Russia Russia Extended Food Import Ban Through End 2021 On November 21, 2020, President Putin signed decree No. 730 extending Russia’s ban on the import of agricultural products from the countries that applied economic sanctions against Russia. click here
18 Dec 2020 China P rp China Draft Standard for MRLs of Pesticides in Food On November 23, 2020, the Crop Production Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) released for domestic comments the draft national food safety standard Maximum Residue Limits of 75 Pesticides (including 2,4-D-dimethylamine) in Foods. click here
17 Dec 2020 Egypt A rp Egypt National Food Safety Authority Issues Food Additive Regulation Egypt’s National Food Safety Agency Decision No. 4/2020 on authorized food additives replaces Ministry of Health Decree 204 (2015) on regulated food additives. click here
17 Dec 2020 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Austria. As a member of the European Union, Austria follows EU directives and regulations. click here
17 Dec 2020 Japan USJTA TRQs Remain Underutilized in First Half of JFY 2020 The U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement (USJTA), which entered into force on January 1, 2020, improved market access for U.S. products through the creation of tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for food wheat. click here
17 Dec 2020 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Hungary is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. click here
16 Dec 2020 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hungary, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations to the imports of agricultural products. click here
15 Dec 2020 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an addendum to the GAIN report number E42020-0069 EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report, dated October 14, 2020. click here
15 Dec 2020 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The Netherlands, as a Member State of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. click here
15 Dec 2020 India INDIA - FSSAI Proposes Amendments to the Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses Regulation On November 25, 2020, the Government of India notified its draft Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Amendment Regulations, 2020. click here
14 Dec 2020 India INDIA - The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India - FSSAI - Publishes Revised Manual on Mycotoxin Testing On December 4, 2020, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a revised manual on the methods of analysis for testing mycotoxins on food products. click here
11 Dec 2020 China P rp China Notified the Draft Administrative Measures on Import and Export Food Safety On November 12, 2020, China notified a revised draft of the Administrative Measures on Import and Export Food Safety to the WTO SPS Committee as G/SPS/N/CHN/1191. click here
11 Dec 2020 Guinea Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report 2020 This report provides an overview of Guinea’s food safety regulations for food and agricultural products. click here
10 Dec 2020 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations. click here
10 Dec 2020 Greece FAIRS Export Certificate Report Greece, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations. click here
10 Dec 2020 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This is an annual report that was updated in October 2020. click here
10 Dec 2020 U S A U.S. Sugar Monthly Import and Re-Exports The December WASDE report shows FY 2021 WTO raw sugar tariff-rate quota (TRQ) shortfall projected at 99,208 short tons raw value (STRV), unchanged from last month. click here
09 Dec 2020 Mexico Mexico Proposes Ban on GE Corn and Glyphosate On December 9, a draft decree was released on Mexico’s National Commission for Regulatory Improvement (CONAMER) website that calls for a phase-out of use of both glyphosate and genetically modified (GE) corn for human consumption in Mexico. click here
09 Dec 2020 EU-28 EU Early Alert - Pesticide Review - December 2020 The European Union follows a complex, rolling system of review for use of active ingredients and Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) in food. click here
09 Dec 2020 Egypt A rp Egypt Moves to Exempt Key Commodities from Freight Value Added Tax On November 18, 2020, the Egyptian Cabinet approved a draft bill that exempts importers of key commodities from paying value-added tax (VAT) on shipping costs. click here
09 Dec 2020 Myanmar Burma Reduces List of Products that Require Import Licenses In October 2020, the Ministry of Commerce published notification 68/2020, which reduced the number of tariff lines that require an import license. click here
01 Dec 2020 Japan Japanese Standards for Raw Oyster Imports Fresh oyster imports to Japan must comply with Japan’s (i) Specific Standard for Oysters for Raw Consumption and (ii) Handling of Toxic Shellfish Contaminated with Paralytic and Diarrheal Shellfish Poison. click here
30 Nov 2020 U S A USDA Dairy Import License Circular for 2020 This monthly report includes information on U.S. and global imports of dairy products, including maximum quantities that can be imported under tariff-rate quota licensing. click here
25 Nov 2020 India India Proposes New Amendments for Labeling Multi-Sourced Edible Vegetable Oils The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed new amendments in its Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labeling) Regulations, 2011. click here
23 Nov 2020 India Government of India Proposes Imported Foods Regulation Amendments The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed new amendments in its Food Safety and Standards (Import) Regulations, 2017. click here
23 Nov 2020 India India Government Extends Timeline to Use Pre-printed Packaging Materials Stock On October 28, 2020, the Government of India’s (GOI) Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution’s Department of Legal Metrology. click here
23 Nov 2020 India Government of India Notifies Draft Amendments for Specialty Foods Regulations On November 6, 2020, the Government of India notified its Draft Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, Functional Foods and Novel Foods) Amendment Regulations, 2020. click here
23 Nov 2020 India India Notifies Draft Amendments for New and Modified Standards on Various Food Products On November 9, 2020, the Government of India (GOI) notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) a draft regulation for new and revised standards for raw edible oil, multi-source edible vegetable oil. click here
20 Nov 2020 Egypt A rp Egypt Imposes a Risk-Based Food Import Control System On July 26, 2020, Egypt’s National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) released Decision No. 7/2020 Principles and Objectives of Risk-Based Food Import Control System. click here
19 Nov 2020 Morocco Morocco Raises Chocolate Tariffs- US Remains at Zero Duty Morocco approved a new tariff rate for imported chocolate and food preparations containing cocoa. click here
19 Nov 2020 South Africa South Africa Repeals the Contentious Regulations Relating to Health Messages on Container Labels of Alcoholic Beverages In October 2020, South Africa published a notice repealing the regulations relating to health messages on container labels of alcoholic beverages (No. 1143). click here
18 Nov 2020 Japan Guidance on Shipping Individual Small-Sized Samples to Japanese Buyers The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a reduction in large trade shows where buyers generally sample and research new food and beverage products. click here
16 Nov 2020 South Africa South Africa Proposes New Expropriation Law The South African Ministry of Public Works and Infrastructure published and presented the Expropriation Bill to Parliament in October 2020. click here
16 Nov 2020 EU-28 How the EU Technical Regulation Information System Works This report explains the role and procedures of the EU’s Technical Regulation Information System (TRIS). click here
16 Nov 2020 South Africa Understanding the Living Standards Measure Segmentation in South Africa The report highlights the Living Standards Measure (LSM) marketing tool used in South Africa. click here
13 Nov 2020 Japan Japan 237th Food Safety Group Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) announced revisions to Japan’s maximum residue levels for Ethaboxam, Tioxazafen, Fenbuconazole click here
12 Nov 2020 Egypt A rp Egypt Imposes Value Added Tax on Freight of Agricultural Commodities On July 16, 2020, the Egyptian Tax Authority signed a protocol with the Customs Authority and Alexandria Chamber of Shipping to set a mechanism to apply value-added tax (VAT) on the freight of agricultural commodities effective August 1, 2020. click here
12 Nov 2020 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Tunisia. click here
12 Nov 2020 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported food and agriculture products, including live animals. click here
12 Nov 2020 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. click here
12 Nov 2020 Israel Israeli Consumers Disregard Front of Pack Labeling in COVID-19 Context Israeli Consumers Disregard Front of Pack Labeling in COVID-19 Context click here
10 Nov 2020 U S A U.S. Sugar Monthly Import and Re-Exports The November WASDE report shows FY 2021 WTO raw sugar tariff-rate quota (TRQ) shortfall projected at 99,208 short tons raw value (STRV). click here
09 Nov 2020 India INDIA - FSSAI Allows Specialty Food Imports to India for an Additional Six Months On October 28, 2020, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a fourth consecutive timeline extension on specialty food imports for special medical and therapeutic purposes. click here
06 Nov 2020 Turkey Turkey Announces Tariff Reductions on Lentils and Eliminates Tariffs on Sunflower seed Turkey announced additional tariff reductions on lentils and eliminated tariffs on sunflower seed. According to a Presidential Decree published in the Official Gazette on November 5, 2020. click here
05 Nov 2020 Japan Policies and Procedures for Genome Edited Food and Agricultural Products The Government of Japan has completed and published guidelines for handling food and agricultural products derived from genome editing technology. click here
05 Nov 2020 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists and describes certificates and other documents that must accompany food and agricultural imports to Chile as required by Chilean regulations. click here
03 Nov 2020 Thailand Thai FDA Announced Ban of Paraquat and Chlorpyrifos on Imported Food Products Grain and Feed, Avocado, Canned Deciduous Fruit, Dried Fruit, Fresh Deciduous Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Kiwifruit, Raisins, Stone Fruit, Strawberries, FAIRS Export Certificate Report. click here
28 Oct 2020 Mexico Mexico Releases Clarifications to NOM-051 Labeling Requirements FAIRS Export Certificate Report, FAIRS Annual Country Report, FAIRS Subject Report, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards. click here
28 Oct 2020 Brazil Brazil Introduces Additional Import Requirements for Apples and Pears On October 7, 2020, Brazil adopted additional requirements for the import of fresh fruits and materials of plant origin intended for propagation or reproduction into Brazil. click here
27 Oct 2020 Japan Japan Grants Market Access for All Varieties of US In-Shell Walnuts From September 16, 2020, Japan allows imports of all varieties of U.S. in-shell walnuts to Japan. click here
27 Oct 2020 Australia Australia Releases Draft Risk Analysis for PNW Apples The Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) has released the draft Biosecurity Import Risk Analysis (BIRA) for fresh apple fruit. click here
27 Oct 2020 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report outlines Colombia’s requirements for import permits and export certificates for multiple food products for human and animal consumption. click here
22 Oct 2020 Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of the agricultural product import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Venezuela for U.S. exporters of agricultural commodities, foods, and beverages. click here
22 Oct 2020 U Arab Emts Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report covers food and agricultural import regulations and standards in the United Arab Emirates. click here
22 Oct 2020 India India - Amendments Relating to Inclusion of Processing Aids Published in the Indian Gazette The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified in the Official Gazette of India. click here
21 Oct 2020 Brazil Brazil Approves New Regulations for Food Labeling The National Agency of Sanitary Surveillance (ANVISA) published new regulations on nutrition labeling of packaged food products. click here
21 Oct 2020 Turkey Turkey Eliminates Tariffs on Wheat - Barley - Corn through December Agricultural Situation, Agriculture in the Economy, National Plan, Policy and Program Announcements, Agriculture in the News, Agricultural Situation, Policy and Program Announcements, Grain and Feed. click here
19 Oct 2020 Japan Overview of Aflatoxin-related Import Regulations in Japan This report summarizes the legal basis for Japan’s aflatoxin regulations for imported agricultural products. click here
16 Oct 2020 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. click here
16 Oct 2020 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. It includes a new section on Trade Facilitation. click here
16 Oct 2020 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and updates and replaces the 2019 report. click here
14 Oct 2020 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an overview of EU food and feed legislation currently in force for the EU. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) staff reviewed and updated all sections of this annual report. click here
13 Oct 2020 EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This guide provides an overview of health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods and other animal origin products to the European Union. click here
13 Oct 2020 Ethiopia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report summarizes the list of major export certificates, documentations and other regulatory requirements to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. click here
09 Oct 2020 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Russian Federation for food and agricultural imports. click here
09 Oct 2020 Kazakhstan HPAI Outbreak Impacts Northern Kazakhstan On September 17, Kazakhstan announced an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Northern Kazakhstan Province. click here
09 Oct 2020 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. click here
09 Oct 2020 China P rp China Notifies Draft National Food Safety Standard - General Rules for Nutritional Labeling of Prepackaged Foods On September 14, 2020, China notified a draft revised National Food Safety Standard - General Rules for Nutritional Labeling of Prepackaged Foods (GB28050-xxxx) to the World Trade Organization as G/SPS/N/CHN/1165. click here
09 Oct 2020 Japan Japan Revised Phytosanitary Certificate Requirements for Agricultural Products On August 5, 2020, Japan revised the list of agricultural imports that require a phytosanitary certificate (PC). click here
09 Oct 2020 China P rp China Notifies Draft National Food Safety Standard - Beverages On September 14, 2020 China notified a draft revised National Food Safety Standard for Beverages to the World Trade Organization as G/SPS/N/CHN/1169. click here
09 Oct 2020 China P rp China Notifies Draft Measures on Supervision and Management of Food Labeling On September 23, 2020, China notified revised draft Measures on Supervision and Management of Food Labeling to the World Trade Organization as G/TBT/N/CHN 1401.Add.1. click here
09 Oct 2020 China P rp China and the EU Signed a Geographical Indications Agreement On September 14, 2020, China and the European Union signed a bilateral agreement on geographical indications (GIs). click here
09 Oct 2020 China P rp China Notifies Draft National Food Safety Standard - Metal Materials and Products for Food Contact On September 14, 2020 China notified a draft revised National Food Safety Standard for Metal Materials and Articles for Food Contact to the World Trade Organization as G/SPS/N/CHN/1170. click here
09 Oct 2020 U S A U.S. Sugar Monthly Import and Re-Exports This report includes data for September, some of which is preliminary. After the publication of the November 2020 WASDE Report. click here
08 Oct 2020 Mexico Modifications to the Mexican Foreign Trade Law Removes Prior Exemptions to Front-of-Package Labeling On October 1, 2020 Mexico modified its Foreign Trade Law Agreement to comply with its new Frontof-Package Labeling (FOPL) law that also went into effect on October 1. click here
08 Oct 2020 Mexico Mexico Announces Changes to its Milk Powder Import Procedures Mexico announced proposed changes to its milk powder import procedures under the “Agreement under which the Secretariat of Economy emits rules and criteria to the general characterization of Foreign Trade”. click here
07 Oct 2020 EU-28 European Commission Approves Import of GE Soybean On September 28, the European Commission (EC) approved Bayer’s herbicide tolerant soybean MON 87708 x MON 89788 x A5547-127. click here
06 Oct 2020 Russia Draft SPS Measure on Electronic Veterinary Certificates Notified to WTO Russia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) Regulation on Veterinary Control at the Border regarding the use of electronic veterinary certificates in EAEU and foreign trade via G/SPS/N/RUS/196. click here
05 Oct 2020 Mexico Modifications to the Mexican Foreign Trade Law Removes Prior Exemptions to Front-of-Package Labeling On October 1, 2020 Mexico modified its Foreign Trade Law Agreement to comply with its new Frontof-Package Labeling (FOPL) law that also went into effect on October 1. click here
05 Oct 2020 India Draft Amendments on Labeling for Packaged Foods Containing Sweeteners On September 18, 2020, India notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) a draft regulation related to new labeling requirements for packaged foods containing sweeteners. click here
01 Oct 2020 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report In El Salvador there is no specific food law. However, the Ministry of Health’s (MINSAL) Health Code is used to enforce food safety for all food and beverage products. click here
01 Oct 2020 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report All the sections of the Report have been updated based on updated website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. click here
01 Oct 2020 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides examples for the major export certificates and other documents required by the government of El Salvador for U.S. exports of food and agricultural products. click here
01 Oct 2020 Ethiopia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report discusses regulatory requirements and standards that must be fulfilled to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. click here
01 Oct 2020 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on recent amendments to regulations, updated website links and to comply with the updated reporting instructions. click here
30 Sep 2020 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Japan. click here
30 Sep 2020 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report has detailed updates for all sections, including a new section on trade facilitation. click here
30 Sep 2020 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report contains the list of all the mandatory export certificates required by the Government of Guatemala for U.S. agricultural exports. click here
30 Sep 2020 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview and update of Japan’s food and agricultural import regulations and standards (FAIRS). click here
29 Sep 2020 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. click here
29 Sep 2020 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines the most important information that importers/exporters need to pay attention to when managing food and agricultural products to and from Mozambique. click here
28 Sep 2020 Japan MAFF Lowers Planned Butter Imports by 30 Percent On September 25, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (MAFF) announced that it would lower planned imports of butter to 14,000 metric tons (MT) for Japanese fiscal year (JFY) 2020. click here
25 Sep 2020 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Angola. click here
25 Sep 2020 Taiwan Taiwan Issues New COOL Regulations Affecting US Pork and Beef On September 21, 2020, the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) issued new country of origin labeling regulations for 1) pork in packaged food. click here
25 Sep 2020 Hong Kong Hong Kong to Resume Imports of Poultry and Poultry Products from Anson County of North Carolina Following the successful eradication of low path avian influenza from the affected premises in Anson and Union Counties North Carolina. click here
25 Sep 2020 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights certification requirements for food and agricultural products exported to Canada and supplements the FAIRS Country Report CA2020-0081. click here
25 Sep 2020 Canada Health Canada Announces Notices of Intent for Novel Food Regulations Plants in Canada are regulated on the basis of the traits expressed and not on the basis of the method used to introduce the traits. click here
25 Sep 2020 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report documents Angola’s technical policies, practices, and import requirements for food and agricultural products. click here
24 Sep 2020 China P rp China Notifies Draft National Food Safety Standards for Milk Powder China’s National Health Commission (NHC) and the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) notified revisions to the National Food Safety Standard. click here
23 Sep 2020 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Since July 1, 2020, the USMCA certification of origin requires the certifier (importer, exporter, or producer) to cover nine mandated minimum data elements. click here
22 Sep 2020 South Africa South Africa Lifts Restrictions on Poultry Imports from South Carolina On September 4, 2020, the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development (DALRRD) informed Post that imports of all poultry products from South Carolina are reauthorized. click here
21 Sep 2020 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards The National Plant, Animal Health and Food Safety Service (SENASA) is the regulatory agency responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. click here
18 Sep 2020 China P rp China Notified the Draft National Food Safety Standard - Whey Powder and Whey Protein Powder On September 14, 2020, China notified the National Food Safety Standard on Whey Powder and Whey Protein Powder (GB 11674-XXXX) click here
18 Sep 2020 China P rp China Re-Notified the Draft National Food Safety Standard - Processed Cheese and Cheese Products On September 14, 2020, China notified the National Food Safety Standard on Processed Cheese and Cheese Products (GB 25192-XXXX) click here
15 Sep 2020 Canada Canada Further Extends Labeling and Packaging Flexibility On September 4, 2020 the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced temporary flexibility in enforcing some Canadian labeling and packaging regulations for pre-packaged meat products. click here
11 Sep 2020 India Published Final Standards in Specified Meat Products in Indian Gazette The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notified the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Fourth Amendment Regulations click here
11 Sep 2020 U S A U.S. Sugar Monthly Import and Re-Exports The September WASDE report shows FY 2020 WTO raw sugar tariff-rate quota (TRQ) shortfall projected at 83,047 short tons raw value (STRV). click here
11 Sep 2020 India Organic Foods Regulation Amendments Proposed by Government of India The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed amendments in the Food Safety and Standards (Organic Foods) Regulation. click here
10 Sep 2020 Russia Draft BSE Amendments to EAEU Veterinary Requirements Notified to WTO Russia and Armenia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments regarding Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). click here
10 Sep 2020 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an overview of Chile´s Decree 977 of 1997 of the Ministry of Health, also known as the Sanitary Regulation for Food Products (RSA by its name in Spanish) related to human health. click here
09 Sep 2020 Mexico Mexico Announces Unilateral Rice TRQs On August 7, 2020, the Secretariat of Economy (SE) published in Mexico’s Federal Register (“Diario Oficial” – DOF) an agreement establishing the specific provisions governing the unilateral tariff rate quotas. click here
03 Sep 2020 EU-28 EU Eliminates Grain Import Duties Agriculture in the Economy, National Plan, Policy and Program Announcements, Grain and Feed. click here
01 Sep 2020 India FSSAI Reinstitutes Food Additives and Food Standards Amendment Regulation in Meat and Meat Products On August 17, 2020, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India re-instituted its draft Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulation 2020 click here
28 Aug 2020 Armenia Armenia to Have Beef Pork Poultry and Whey TRQs in 2021 On August 18, 2020, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) issued Decision No. 102, establishing tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) and respective volumes for imports of meat. click here
28 Aug 2020 Russia Eurasian Economic Commission Published 2021 TRQs On August 18, 2020, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) issued Decision No. 102, establishing tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) and respective volumes for imports of meat, poultry click here
28 Aug 2020 India : Update on GAIN Report IN2020-0108 Highlighting Details on New Government of India Order for Genetically Modified-Free Certificate on Imported Food Products GAIN IN2020-0108 reported information on Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) new order for genetically modified-free certificate on imported food products. click here
27 Aug 2020 Turkey Turkey Bans the Import and Production of an Additional Nine Active Substances and Restricts the Usage of Seven Active Substances in Plant Protection Products The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry announced that the production and import of an additional nine active substances which are used in the production click here
26 Aug 2020 India New Government of India Order Requires Genetically ModifiedFree Certificate on Imported Food Products On August 21, 2020, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) modified Section 22 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 click here
26 Aug 2020 Armenia Draft Amendments to EAEU Regulation on Packaging Notified to WTO On July 27, 2020, Armenia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) Technical Regulation (TR). click here
26 Aug 2020 Russia Draft Amendments to EAEU Regulation on Packaging Notified to WTO On July 24, 2020, Russia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) Technical Regulation (TR) on Safety of Packaging. click here
24 Aug 2020 Qatar Qatar FAIRS Export Certificate Report 2020 FAIRS Export Certificate Report, FAIRS Annual Country Report, FAIRS Subject Report, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards click here
16 Aug 2020 Jordan Jordan - Fresh Apple Imports Labeling and Inspection and Sampling Standards This FAIRS Jordan report includes fresh apples import labeling requirements, as well as the cause leading to consignment rejections at the port-of-entry. click here
14 Aug 2020 Russia FEDERAL LAW ON VITICULTURE AND WINEMAKING IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION On December 27, 2019 the Russian Government approved Federal Law No. 468 on Viticulture and Winemaking in the Russian Federation. click here
13 Aug 2020 Russia EAEU Technical Regulation on Safety of Alcohol Products Wine, FAIRS Export Certificate Report, FAIRS Annual Country Report, FAIRS Subject Report, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards click here
13 Aug 2020 EU-28 Regulatory Levels for Aflatoxin in Tree Nuts and Peanuts Tree nut and peanut shipments imported into the European Union have to comply with European Union maximum levels for aflatoxin. click here
11 Aug 2020 EU-28 EU Import Controls on Food and Feed of Plant Origin Regulation (EU) 2017/625 is the legislative framework for the rules applicable to official controls on in the agri-food sector. click here
03 Aug 2020 Mexico Front of Pack Labeling Law Verification and Enforcement Timeline On July 31, the Secretariats of Economy and Health, the Federal Commission for Protection Against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS) click here
30 Jul 2020 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Costa Rica’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. click here
30 Jul 2020 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. click here
30 Jul 2020 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws technical regulations, and import requirements. click here
13 Jul 2020 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides guidelines on Hong Kong’s food import regulations. It remains the same as the 2019 FAIRS report. click here
06 Jul 2020 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. click here
06 Jul 2020 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of New Zealand for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
30 Jun 2020 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hong Kong does not have any certification changes for food imports since the last report submitted in February 2020. click here
10 Jun 2020 Sri Lanka Dsr Sri Lanka Further Revises Import Levy on Fruits Government of Sri Lanka has notified revision of a Special Commodity Levy (SCL) under 20 Harmonized System (HS) headings. click here
27 Feb 2020 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report compliments the FAIRS Country Annual Report and provides information on certificates required by the Government of Tanzania (GoT) to export food and agricultural products into Tanzania. click here
26 Feb 2020 Ecuador Ecuador Renews Tariff Exemptions for Soybean Meal and Wheat Ecuador extended its tariff exemption for soybean meal and wheat imports from all origins for five years. click here
26 Feb 2020 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report All the sections of this Report have been updated based on recent regulation amendments, updated website links and to comply with the updated FAS reporting instructions. click here
26 Feb 2020 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. click here
25 Feb 2020 Taiwan UPDATE - Pesticide Import Tolerance Application Process This report provides a brief overview on how to apply for a maximum residue limit (MRL) import tolerance (IT) in Taiwan. click here
24 Feb 2020 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major registration requirements and export certificates required for food and agricultural exports to the People’s Republic of China. click here
24 Feb 2020 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report China implemented or proposed several significant food and agricultural import regulations and standards in 2019. click here
14 Feb 2020 China P rp China Announces Reductions in Certain Additional Tariffs On February 6, 2020, the State Council Tariff Commission announced that China would cut in half the additional tariffs for certain commodities from the United States on February 14, 2020. click here
13 Feb 2020 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report complements the FAIRS Annual Country Report for Kenya, providing information on certificates required by the Government of Kenya. click here
13 Feb 2020 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report contains Government of Kenya (GOK) technical import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products. click here
12 Feb 2020 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported food and agriculture products, including live animals. click here
12 Feb 2020 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. click here
12 Feb 2020 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an update of SP1811 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain. click here
11 Feb 2020 Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized at EU-level or where Belgium varies. click here
11 Feb 2020 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). click here
11 Feb 2020 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Poland is a European Union (EU) Member State (MS) and applies all relevant EU regulations pertaining to food and agricultural imports. click here
11 Feb 2020 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imported to Bangladesh. click here
11 Feb 2020 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report contains major export certificates that the Government of Bangladesh (GOB) requires from U.S. agricultural product exporters. click here
11 Feb 2020 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Poland applies European Union (EU) regulatory requirements for all food of animal- and plant-origin food. click here
11 Feb 2020 Egypt A rp Egypt Reintroduces Government Pre shipment Inspections for Grain Imports Egypt’s mandatory plant quarantine pre-shipment inspections of grains at port-of-loading are back. click here
07 Feb 2020 South Africa South Africa Bans Poultry Imports from Poland On January 3, 2020, South Africa instituted a ban on poultry imports from Poland due to recent outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). click here
07 Feb 2020 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hong Kong does not have any certification changes for food imports in 2019. This report is the same as the 2018 report. click here
06 Feb 2020 Sri Lanka Dsr Food Color Coding for Sugar-Salt-Fat Regulations 2019 The Ministry of Health of Sri Lanka introduces a new regulation under the section 32 of the Food Act, No. 26 of 1980, in consultation with the Food Advisory Committee. click here
06 Feb 2020 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This guide provides an overview of health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods and other animal origin products to the European Union. click here
05 Feb 2020 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Angola. click here
05 Feb 2020 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report documents Angola’s technical policies, practices, and import requirements for food and agricultural products. click here
04 Feb 2020 BosniA-Hrzgovin Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) requires various certificates for imported food products which must be signed by the designated authorities. click here
04 Feb 2020 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
04 Feb 2020 BosniA-Hrzgovin Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Bosnia and Herzegovina. click here
04 Feb 2020 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Italy, as part of the European Community, has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. click here
04 Feb 2020 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report In calendar year (CY) 2019, the Government of India (GOI) extended the compliance timeline for the advertising and claims regulations, labeling of milk and milk products, standards for fortified foods and tolerance limits for contaminants. click here
03 Feb 2020 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Hong Kong enacted the Food Adulteration (Metallic Contamination) (Amendment) Regulation 2018. click here
02 Feb 2020 Egypt A rp Got Milk - Egypt Imports US Holsteins On November 27, 2019, a shipment of 1,503 U.S.-origin Holstein bred heifers and open heifers sold out of Statesville, North Carolina, and valued at $3 million arrived at Egypt’s Port Said aboard the livestock carrier Sarah. click here
02 Feb 2020 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Algeria as it relates to food and agricultural exports. click here
02 Feb 2020 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Algeria requires. click here
30 Jan 2020 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. click here
30 Jan 2020 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report The cabinet restructure under the administration of President Jair Bolsonaro had a low impact for exporters of agricultural goods. click here
29 Jan 2020 Hong Kong Hong Kong Lifts the Ban on Romaine Lettuce from Salinas Effective January 24, 2020, Hong Kong lifted its ban on the importation and sale of romaine lettuce from Salinas, California. click here
28 Jan 2020 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. click here
28 Jan 2020 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Russian Federation for food and agricultural imports. click here
28 Jan 2020 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. click here
28 Jan 2020 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Republic of Kazakhstan. click here
23 Jan 2020 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. click here
23 Jan 2020 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. click here
23 Jan 2020 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. click here
21 Jan 2020 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. click here
21 Jan 2020 Taiwan Taiwan 2019 Import Violations Report In 2019, Taiwan rejected or destroyed 53 shipments of U.S. agricultural products that were noncompliant with Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) food safety standards. click here
16 Jan 2020 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management (MAFWM) in Serbia and the relevant U.S. authorities. click here
16 Jan 2020 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. click here
16 Jan 2020 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report identifies Brazil’s import requirements for foreign export certificates. click here
13 Jan 2020 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides an overview of the health and quarantine certificates needed for exporting food and agricultural products to Vietnam. click here
13 Jan 2020 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an update of the food and agricultural laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. click here
10 Jan 2020 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides an overview of EU food and feed legislation currently in force for the EU. click here
09 Jan 2020 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This document provides an overview of major Mexican laws and regulations that cover agricultural and food products, as well as import regulations for agricultural products into Mexico. click here
06 Jan 2020 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report provides minimal updates compared to the previous year’s report. Changes were made to improve clarity. click here
06 Jan 2020 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report was prepared by U.S. Embassy Seoul’s Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) for exporters of U.S.-origin food and agricultural products. click here
05 Jan 2020 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to Egypt. click here
05 Jan 2020 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Egypt is consolidating the national food safety system. Implementation is through Prime Ministerial Executive Regulation 412 (February 2019) – National Food Safety Authority (NFSA). click here
05 Jan 2020 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. click here
05 Jan 2020 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS report lists the export certificates required for food and agricultural products shipped to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. click here
03 Jan 2020 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview and update of Japan’s food and agricultural import regulations and standards (FAIRS) for U.S. agricultural exports to Japan. click here
03 Jan 2020 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Japan. click here
03 Jan 2020 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Panama issued special regulations that apply to imports of food and feed products from the United States. click here
31 Dec 2019 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report In calendar year (CY) 2019, India saw a landmark move for the country’s animal husbandry sector by the newly re-elected Modi government. click here
31 Dec 2019 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report supplements information provided in the 2019 Indonesia FAIRS Country Report and updates the 2018 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report. click here
31 Dec 2019 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Hungary, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulations on imports of agricultural products. click here
31 Dec 2019 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Hungary is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. click here
30 Dec 2019 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (DR) for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
30 Dec 2019 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report China implemented or proposed several significant food and agricultural import regulations and standards in 2019. click here
30 Dec 2019 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report summarizes the key technical and import requirements for food and agricultural products imposed by the Government of the Dominican Republic. click here
26 Dec 2019 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists and describes certificates and other documents that must accompany food and agricultural imports to Chile as required by Chilean regulations. click here
25 Dec 2019 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand. click here
25 Dec 2019 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report includes an update of Section III Pesticides and Other Contaminants 3.1 Food Containing Pesticide Residues. click here
23 Dec 2019 Pakistan ir Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Pakistan requires a variety of export certifications for imported food and agricultural products. click here
23 Dec 2019 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Taiwan government to export food and agricultural products to Taiwan. click here
23 Dec 2019 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report New regulations requiring front of pack labeling are set to enter into force on January 1, 2020. click here
23 Dec 2019 Pakistan ir Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. click here
23 Dec 2019 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report In 2018, Taiwan was the eighth largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products. click here
20 Dec 2019 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The Netherlands, as a Member State of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. click here
20 Dec 2019 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. click here
19 Dec 2019 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Updated Sections: Section II. Labeling Requirements, Section IV. Other Regulations and Requirements, Section IX. Import Procedures and Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
19 Dec 2019 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report was updated to reflect certification requirements for pet food, table eggs and egg products. click here
19 Dec 2019 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Regulation for pet food has been included as well as updates on new import e-permits and fees with the Ministry of Agriculture. click here
18 Dec 2019 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines the requirements in exporting food and agricultural products to Jamaica. There were no major changes to these requirements in 2019. click here
18 Dec 2019 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of Jamaica for imports of food and agricultural products. No major changes in export certificate requirements occurred in 2019. click here
17 Dec 2019 Haiti Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of Haiti for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
17 Dec 2019 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. In 2019, there were no major changes on Nicaragua’s import procedures. click here
17 Dec 2019 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report Growing global emphasis on food regulations for health and trade is compelling Nigeria to seek improving its food supply systems. click here
17 Dec 2019 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists Nicaraguan import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs and food products for human consumption. click here
17 Dec 2019 Haiti Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by Haiti for food and agricultural imports. click here
16 Dec 2019 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU’s Food & Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy-specific information. click here
16 Dec 2019 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. click here
16 Dec 2019 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report Germany is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and applies the certification requirements described in the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certification Report. Products not yet harmonized are subject to German national rules. click here
14 Dec 2019 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report The report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Tunisia requires. In 2019, the United States and Tunisia reached agreement on a health certificate to accompany exports of U.S. equine semen, beef, poultry, and egg products. click here
12 Dec 2019 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Austria. click here
12 Dec 2019 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. click here
12 Dec 2019 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report covers specific export certificate requirements for Austria, which are different than EU requirements. click here
28 Nov 2019 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. click here
28 Nov 2019 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. click here
28 Nov 2019 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of New Zealand for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
26 Nov 2019 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report lists examples of the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
25 Nov 2019 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant, and animal health. click here
26 Jul 2019 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This report focuses on Spanish specific certification requirements when these differ or are in addition to EU-harmonized certification. click here
05 Jul 2019 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
12 Jun 2019 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Export Certificate Report This FAIRS Export Certificate Report for Turkey 2019 lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Turkish government for food and agricultural products imports to Turkey. click here
12 Jun 2019 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports to Turkey click here
06 Jun 2019 Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Kingdom of Morocco for food and agricultural imports. click here
14 May 2019 Hong Kong Macau Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report provides general background information on Macau’s Food Import Regulations and includes the following additions to the 2018 report. 1) Section 1 – Regulatory Setup: The reorganization of the Macau food safety authority; 2) Section II – Food Additive Regulations; and 3) Section VI – Other Specific Standards: The implementation of the Regulation on Maximum Limits of Heavy Metal Contaminants in Food and the Regulation on Standard for Uses of Preservatives and Antioxidants in Foodstuffs. click here
02 May 2019 U Arab Emts Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report identifies certification requirements for U.S. food and agricultural products destined for the United Arab Emirates. Updates to UAE approved certificates for shelf-stable products include the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Certificate to a Foreign Government: Food for Human Consumption. This report is intended to be used in conjunction with information provided in the 2018 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Country Report for the United Arab Emirates. click here
02 May 2019 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report contains major export certificates that the Government of Bangladesh (GOB) requires from U.S. agricultural product exporters. The Bangladesh Food Safety Authority is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. Bangladesh is a signatory member of the WTO and maintains a liberal and open trading system. Import Policy Order 2015-18 (Link) remains in effect for trading with Bangladesh. click here
01 May 2019 U Arab Emts Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report In 2018 the United Arab Emirates (UAE) introduced new and amended regulatory requirements related to the importation and sale of agricultural goods. Notable policy changes include the registration process for food products, additive standards, halal, and conformity assessment measures. U.S. agricultural suppliers are advised to consult with local importers prior to shipping to ensure regulatory compliance. This report is intended to be used in conjunction with information provided in the 2018 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report for the United Arab Emirates. click here
30 Apr 2019 Mozambique Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. click here
30 Apr 2019 Angola Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Angola. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report for a comprehensive understanding of the Angola regulations, standards and import requirements. click here
30 Apr 2019 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines the requirements in exporting food and agricultural products to Jamaica. There were no major changes to these requirements in 2018. click here
25 Apr 2019 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report complements the FAIRS Country Report. The report specifically provides information on Government of Tanzania (GoT) required certificates for exporting food and agricultural products to Tanzania. The GoT provides the Tanzania National Business Portal as the single point for exporters and importers to electronically submit and receive approvals from all the regulatory agencies involved in international trade. click here
25 Apr 2019 Ukraine Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Since the last submission of this report there have been significant changes effecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitary regulations. In 2018, Ukraine introduced a new approach to import controls based on the intended use of the product. New port of entry control procedures and documents have also been introduced and new facility registration requirements came into place. click here
25 Apr 2019 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. In 2018, there were no major changes on Nicaragua’s import procedures. click here
19 Apr 2019 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides an overview of the health and quarantine certificates needed for exporting food and agricultural products to Vietnam. Updates have been made to Section I.1 - Food, Section III.1 - Export Certificate for Meat and Meat Products and Section III.2 - Export Certificate for Seafood. No other changes have been made from the previous report click here
18 Apr 2019 Vietnam Soc Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides an update of the food and agricultural laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. click here
18 Apr 2019 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report includes an update of Section II Food Additives Regulations, 5.2 Nutrition Labeling, 6.5 Specific Import Controls on Animals and Animal Products, 6.6 Specific Import Control on Beef and Beef Products from BSE-Affected Countries, and 8.1 Testing Requirements for Alcohol Beverages. click here
16 Apr 2019 Haiti Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by Haiti for food and agricultural imports. click here
16 Apr 2019 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Algeria requires. The Ministry of Agriculture has legislative responsibility for domestic food production and for health and safety aspects of imported agricultural and food products. The Ministry of Commerce is responsible for all food inspections, quality control, anti-fraud activities, and regulation, as well as labeling regulations and laboratory inspections. click here
15 Apr 2019 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report France as a member of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of animal and plant products. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized, but a few products not yet harmonized are subject to French national regulations. click here
11 Apr 2019 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report All the sections of the report have been updated based on recent amendments to regulations, updated website links and to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report includes an assessment of laws and import requirements for food and agricultural products. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Certification Report (Click here to download the 2018 FAIRS Report) for a comprehensive understanding of the South African regulations, standards and import requirements. click here
10 Apr 2019 Algeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Algeria as it relates to food and agricultural exports. Wheat, corn, pulses, soybean oil, soybean meal and planting seeds as well as tree nuts are the most promising commodities for the Algerian market. click here
09 Apr 2019 Tanzania Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report updates import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products currently required by the Government of Tanzania (GoT). The report includes the regulations against which Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA) evaluates U.S exports to Tanzania, labelling and packaging requirements and import procedures. click here
04 Apr 2019 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) - Certificates Report. These certificates are required for the importation of food and agricultural products into the Kingdom. This report includes Saudi Arabia’s request for a new certificate for exports of poultry meat and products to Saudi Arabia. Information in this report supplements the FAIRS Annual Country Report. click here
03 Apr 2019 Saudi Arab Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report A range of regulatory changes threatens U.S. exports of packaged foods to Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia’s voluntary Front of Pack Nutritional Labeling (FoPNL) requirement is expected to become mandatory in 2021, and threatens most packaged food trade with Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is also implementing biodegradable packaging requirements that are widely regarded as unworkable, threaten most non-commodity trade, and are currently being reviewed. Saudi food additive, contaminant, and residue standards are sometimes based on the most restrictive international standard available, even when it is a default standard. These block trade in some products. In addition, a ban on poultry produced using stunning has halted U.S. poultry meat exports to Saudi Arabia. This report is supplemented by the 2018 FAIRS Export Certificate report for Saudi Arabia. click here
29 Mar 2019 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The report highlights certification requirements for food and agricultural products exported to Canada, and supplements the FAIRS Narrative Report CA18069. click here
27 Mar 2019 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Review of El Salvador’s Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards. Updated Sections: Section I. Food Laws, Section II. Labeling Requirements, VI. Other Regulations and Requirements, VII. Other Specific Standards, Section IX. Import Procedures, Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts and Appendix II. Other Import Specialist Contacts. click here
27 Mar 2019 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Malaysia. This report supplements the Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report 2018. click here
26 Mar 2019 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Malaysia. This report supplements the Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Export Certificate Report 2018 click here
25 Mar 2019 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Sections Updated: Section II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate(s) and Section V. Other Certification/Accreditation Requirements. click here
21 Mar 2019 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an addendum to the EU FAIRS report – E19004. It lists the Dutch import regulations and standards that are not harmonized within the EU or where the Netherlands varies with the EU standards. click here
19 Mar 2019 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report updates the 2017 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report, which lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Government of Indonesia (GOI) from U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. Information has been renewed in Section III on meat and meat products, and fresh fruit and vegetables; Section V on the halal certificate; and Appendix I list of example meat and poultry export certificate. This report supplements information provided in the 2018 Indonesia FAIRS Country Report. click here
19 Mar 2019 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Poland is a European Union (EU) Member State and applies EU food and agricultural import regulations, with few exceptions. U.S. food and agricultural suppliers to Poland should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies for the most current local requirements prior to shipping. click here
18 Mar 2019 Bangladesh pr Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imported to Bangladesh. All foods sold in Bangladesh must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant, and animal health. click here
18 Mar 2019 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). Sections that have been updated this year include general food laws, food additive regulations, labeling requirements, facility and product registration, alongside the appendices. click here
14 Mar 2019 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (DR) for imports of food and agricultural products. No substantive changes were published in 2018. Some of the changes from 2017 are currently being updated and will likely be published during the first quarter of CY 2019. Post will describe these in a future GAIN report. click here
13 Mar 2019 Dominic Rep Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report summarizes the key technical and import requirements for food and agricultural products imposed by the Government of the Dominican Republic. No substantive changes were published in 2018. However, Post clarified the existing requirements so that U.S. exporters can better understand the relevant policies and processes that they must meet to access the Dominican market. click here
11 Mar 2019 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides an overview of the Chilean Sanitary Regulation of Food (RSA by its name in Spanish) currently in force. There are no major updates except for a modification of the maximum level of gluten allowed to label a product as “gluten-free” from 3 to 5 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg) of the final product. click here
11 Mar 2019 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report In 2108 Brazil has not implemented significant changes to regulations that could affect imports of agricultural goods. However, with the election of President Jair Bolsonaro, a more liberal economic agenda is expected to be implemented. The new president plans to reduce the number of Brazilian ministries to 22, a move that will likely impact the way the federal government functions. Exporters interested in entering the Brazilian market should pay attention to regulatory changes that may occur in the near future. click here
08 Mar 2019 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists and describes certificates and other documents that must accompany food and agricultural imports to Chile as required by Chilean regulations. In 2018, Chile only updated the requirements for the Bovine Semen Health Certificate. click here
07 Mar 2019 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report All the sections of the Report have been updated based on updated website links and contacts, as well as to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to South Africa. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report (Click here to download the 2018 FAIRS Report ) for a comprehensive understanding of the South African regulations, standards and import requirements. click here
05 Mar 2019 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. It provides information and guidance on import equirements, procedures, and documentation. click here
05 Mar 2019 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report In calendar year (CY) 2018, the Government of India (GOI) granted access to U.S. poultry in the Indian market and issued multiple food safety draft and final amendments and regulations for imported and domestic food products. Notably, the GOI issued the draft Food Safety and Standards Labeling and Display Regulations 2018, expanded the rectifiable labeling list, revised guidelines for import and export of bovine germplasm, and issued new draft standards for a wide range of meat products. click here
03 Mar 2019 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report France, as a European Union (EU) Member State, applies EU directives and regulations to its food and agricultural import regulatory regime, with only few exceptions. U.S. food and agricultural suppliers to France should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies for the most current local requirements prior to shipping. The following Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards the following (FAIRS) Report should also read in conjunction with the FAIRS Report prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs in Brussels. click here
28 Feb 2019 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The report provides the requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products into Ghana. These requirements include information on food product registration, labeling, import permits and others to assist U.S. exporters. click here
27 Feb 2019 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The 2018 FAIRS report provides updated information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana. Ghana’s customs clearance process underwent significant change in September 2017, as the main port facility in Tema went ‘paperless’ under the new “Ghana Single Window Portal” initiative (see Section IX). Presently, the new electronic system appears to be well received by the business community and a welcome step towards a more streamlined import and export process. This report includes several other updates, including the general food laws (section I), changes in Facility and Product Registration (VII), and import procedures (Section IX). click here
26 Feb 2019 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Romania applies European Union (EU) regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from third countries. Although most Romanian export-certification legislation is generally harmonized with the EU, some exceptions exist and Romanian regulations apply to some categories. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Export Certificate Report, as it provides comprehensive information about export certification applicable in Romania. click here
22 Feb 2019 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. The following sections were updated: SECTION II. LABELING REQUIREMENTS; SECTION; SECTION VI. OTHER REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS; SECTION VII. OTHER SPECIFIC STANDARDS; and APPENDIX I. GOVERNMENT REGULATORY AGENCY CONTACTS. For assistance on trade policy and port issues in Colombia, U.S. exporters are encouraged to contact FAS-Bogota at agbogota@fas.usda.gov or Moises.huerta@fas.usda.gov click here
22 Feb 2019 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report In March 2018, the Chinese Government underwent a reorganization, which consolidated food safety responsibilities into the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), the General Administration of China Customs (GACC), and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA). China continues to update national food safety standards, some of which were issued in 2009, to align them with the 2014 Food Safety Law and other regulations. click here
22 Feb 2019 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists the major export certifications required by the Chinese government for imports of food and agricultural products. After the March 2018 government reorganization, the three main food safety regulators are the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR), the General Administration of Customs (GACC), and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA). click here
21 Feb 2019 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Bulgaria is a member of the European Union (EU) and applies EU regulations for importing animal and plant-origin food and agricultural products. Bulgarian authorities may be consulted, on a case-by-case basis, to address import requirements for some categories of non-harmonized products. click here
20 Feb 2019 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists Nicaragua import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs and food products for human consumption. There were no significant changes on the export certificates in 2018. click here
20 Feb 2019 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. click here
19 Feb 2019 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Republic of Kazakhstan. The following sections of this report have been considerably updated from the 2018 FAIRS report: Section I: General Food Laws, Section V: Labeling Requirements, Section VI: Other Specific Standards, Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements, Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements, Section IX: Import Procedures and Section X: Copyright and/or Trademark Laws. click here
15 Feb 2019 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides an overview of agricultural and food legislation in Romania. As a European Union (EU) Member State (MS), Romania follows EU regulations. Post recommends that this report be read in conjunction with the FAS USEU FAIRS Report. click here
15 Feb 2019 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report - Certification This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported food and agriculture products, including live animals. click here
15 Feb 2019 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Bulgaria acceded to the European Union (EU) in 2007 and follows all EU food safety, quality, and standards directives and regulations. The following updates the 2017 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report about applicable Bulgarian regulations for U.S. foodproduct exports, particularly those which differ from EU legislation. click here
14 Feb 2019 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report - Narrative This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. It provides information and guidance on import requirements, procedures, and documentation. click here
13 Feb 2019 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Russian Federation for food and agricultural imports. The following sections of this report have been considerably updated from the 2017 FAIRS report: Section I: General Food Laws, Section V: Labeling Requirements, Section VI: Other Specific Standards, Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements, Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements, and Section IX: Import Procedures. click here
13 Feb 2019 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report identifies Brazil’s import requirements for foreign export certificates. An export certificate matrix and outline are included. There were some additional certificates added in 2018 trade matrix that affect imports of agricultural products in general. This report supplements the FAIRS Narrative Report. click here
11 Feb 2019 Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report should be read in in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU (GAIN Report E19003) which can be downloaded from the FAS USEU website at https://www.usda-eu.org/trade-with-the-eu/eu-importrules/fairs-reports/. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized at the EU-level or where Belgium varies from this level. click here
11 Feb 2019 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This guide provides an overview of export health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods and other animal origin products to the European Union. U.S. regulatory agencies have been informed of the wide range of certificates changes that have occurred in the past months and have updated their export manuals to reflect those changes. Sections updated: All sections. click here
06 Feb 2019 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand, including 57 processed and unprocessed food items, other prepackaged processed food, fruit and vegetables, live animals, beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, hides and skins, distillers dried grains, and live animals. click here
31 Jan 2019 Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report discusses food and agricultural export product certificates currently required by the Singapore Government. The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. In April 2019, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) will take over AVA’s food related work, including regulatory responsibilities. click here
30 Jan 2019 Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products from the United States to Singapore. Although the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) is currently the national body responsible for implementing food regulations in the country, a new government agency called the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is scheduled to take over food-related regulatory responsibilities in April 2019. Updates in this report include modifications to the Singapore Food Regulations (guidelines governing imported food) and details on the Sale of Food Act of 2017, which came into operation on February 1, 2018. click here
31 Dec 2018 Korea rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides updates on certificates for fresh and frozen poultry products, clarification on certificates for ice cream products containing eggs, and document requirements for agriculture and food products to be exempt from mandatory biotech labeling requirements. click here
28 Dec 2018 Hong Kong Great Sales of U.S. Foods and Beverages at HK Wine and Dine Festival Six participants with nine booths at the U.S.A. Pavilion reported on-site sales and orders of over US$85,000 and US$30,000, respectively, at Hong Kong’s Wine and Dine Festival 2018 click here
28 Dec 2018 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The U.S-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA) entered into force on October 31, 2012. click here
28 Dec 2018 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Consumers continue to perceive U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand. click here
27 Dec 2018 Myanmar Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Myanmar is in the process of updating many of its laws and regulations. Recent new laws affecting food and agricultural imports include a Seed Law, a Plant Variety Protection Law, a Pesticide Law, an Investment Law, and a Trademark Law. A new Consumer Protection Law and Food Law are expected soon. click here
27 Dec 2018 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Canada’s ban on partially hydrogenated oils in foods came into force in September 2018. Safe Food for Canadians Regulations entered into force on January 15, 2019. Final front-of-package labeling regulations were expected to published by the end of 2018. Canada will continue to develop regulations restricting the marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages to children in 2019. click here
26 Dec 2018 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Tunisia requires. In 2018, the United States and Tunisia reached agreement on a health certificate to accompany exports of U.S. day-old chicks and hatching eggs. click here
21 Dec 2018 BosniA-Hrzgovin Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) requires various certificates for imported food products which must be signed by the designated authorities. However, there are no specific formats that exporters are required to use, except for phytosanitary certificates that must be in accordance with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). click here
21 Dec 2018 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Kazakhstan reforms its regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
21 Dec 2018 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an overview and update of Japan’s general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports. U.S. food and agricultural suppliers to Japan are recommended to consult with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies for the most current local requirements prior to shipping. For more information on Japan’s certificate requirements, see FAS/Japan’s Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards 2018 FAIRS Export Certificate Report at http://gain.fas.usda.gov/Pages/Default.aspx. click here
20 Dec 2018 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. click here
20 Dec 2018 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The new food safety agency in Egypt is now a reality after the Egyptian parliament approved law number 1/2017 establishing the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) on January 2nd, 2017. click here
20 Dec 2018 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. The following sections of the FAIRS Country Report are updated in 2018: Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements and Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements. This report also reflects restructuring of Ministries in Ecuador which has changed competent authorities in some cases. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided throughout this updated report. click here
20 Dec 2018 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Since its European Union (EU) accession in 2004, Lithuania has consistently harmonized its domestic laws with EU food and agricultural regulations and standards. Post advises stakeholders to consult with Lithuanian importers and/or buyers to ensure current requirements are met. Post also recommends that the following report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report, prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA). click here
19 Dec 2018 U K Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The United Kingdom, as a Member State of the European Union, has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to UK national regulations. click here
19 Dec 2018 Ethiopia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report discusses regulatory requirements and standards that must be fulfilled to export food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. Pertinent information on applicable laws, directives, guidelines, procedures, and key regulatory contact details is included. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS Export Certificate Report for a comprehensive understanding of the import regulatory requirements and standards. click here
19 Dec 2018 Egypt A rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural exports to Egypt. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the responsible governmental agency. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, weighing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, certificate of origin, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. click here
19 Dec 2018 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management (MAFWM) in Serbia and the relevant U.S. authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). click here
19 Dec 2018 Myanmar Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The report lists the major export certificates required for food, feed, and agricultural product imports to Myanmar. click here
18 Dec 2018 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report On December 25, 2017, the Israeli parliament’s Labor, Welfare and Health Committee approved new regulations requiring front of pack labeling for most prepackaged food products. The new regulations will replace the current labeling regulations, and are set to enter into force on January 1, 2020. click here
18 Dec 2018 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU’s Food & Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy-specific information. The Italy FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the Italian market. click here
18 Dec 2018 Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela (GBRV) is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. Post updates only minor changes in this report. click here
18 Dec 2018 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report In calendar year (CY) 2018, the Government of India (GOI) granted access to U.S. poultry and poultry products into the Indian market, following an eleven-year absence. Additionally, the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries (DAHDF) revised its guidelines for export/import of bovine germplasm. On July 16, 2018, the Indian Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine and Storage (DPPQS) published a memorandum listing low-phytosanitary risk processed food items, easing processed food imports into India. click here
18 Dec 2018 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The Netherlands, as a Member State of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. However, rules for the certification of imports are complicated and in practice not always harmonized across EU Member States. This report lists the recent developments related to the Dutch requirements for the certification of agricultural and food imports. click here
18 Dec 2018 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Italy, as part of the European Community, has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU and Italy have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to Italian national regulations. click here
17 Dec 2018 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
17 Dec 2018 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists the certificates needed to accompany food and agricultural products to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. An original invoice, bill of lading, health certificate, and certificate of origin are required on every shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. The requirements listed here are specific for consignments coming directly from the United States to Jordan, or transshipped in a sealed container with invoices stating that Jordan is the final destination. click here
17 Dec 2018 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, weighing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, invoice declaration, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. This report supplements the Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report 2018. click here
16 Dec 2018 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. This report updates the FAIRS Country Report 2017’s Section VI - Other Specific Standards, Table 1 - New Standards and/or Regulations. The report also revises Section VIII - Other Regulations and Requirements (i.e., updates slaughterhouse registration, dairy products – ban on partially hydrogenated oils in processed dairy products, and preserved foods – ban on tartrazine as a coloring in pickled preparations). Import Procedures in Section IX are updated. click here
14 Dec 2018 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Hong Kong enacted the Food Adulteration (Metallic Contamination) (Amendment) Regulation 2018. The Amendment Regulation takes effect November 1, 2019 for fresh and perishable products and November 1, 2020 for all products. Apart from updating the corresponding section in the FAIRS report, other parts of the report remain the same as the 2017 FAIRS report. click here
14 Dec 2018 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report All links have been updated in all sections of the report. Section I has been updated to include the new updated rule for milk and dairy specifications, and the new updated rule for microbiological criteria. Other sections have been updated to provide additional clarifications, including Section V on labeling, which provides examples of a front label and nutritional table in compliance with the Central American technical rule. Contacts in Appendix I for government regulatory agencies in Guatemala have also been updated. click here
14 Dec 2018 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Hong Kong does not have any certification changes for food imports in 2018. This report is the same as the 2017 report. This report lists the certificates required by the Hong Kong government (HKG) for U.S. agricultural and food exports to Hong Kong. Certificate samples for various product categories are included in the appendix. click here
14 Dec 2018 Philippines Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients, and other relevant information. It also provides points of contact for key Philippine government authorities, U.S. government agencies, and trade associations. click here
14 Dec 2018 Philippines Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients, and other relevant information. click here
13 Dec 2018 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The Government of Guatemala is accepting the new FDA export certificates, but continues accepting Certificates of Free Sale issued by states to register processed food products with the Ministry of Health. Certificates of Free Sale issued by Chambers of Commerce are accepted, if and only if State authorities have officially notified they are no longer issuing the certificates. The Customs Authority (SAT) requires a “transshipment letter” issued to the shipping company by the Port Authority, where the transshipment took place to clear customs. click here
13 Dec 2018 Ukraine Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The veterinary certificate for pet food and the certificate for blood products for animal feeding were negotiated in 2018. These renewed certificates replaced older versions ensuring uninterrupted exports of U.S. products. A broad range of products is covered in this report, including generic certificate requirements for products that have no bilaterally negotiated export protocols. This report contains an Export Certificate Matrix compiled and updated by FAS/Kyiv. click here
12 Dec 2018 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. This report supplements Costa Rica’s Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) 2018 report. click here
11 Dec 2018 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This is an annual report that was updated in November 2018. click here
07 Dec 2018 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This document provides an overview of major Mexican laws and regulations that cover agricultural and food products, as well as import regulations for agricultural products into Mexico. It is important to note some products may be subject to several import laws and regulations under different Mexican government agencies. click here
28 Nov 2018 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report lists examples of the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. Australia’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently. click here
23 Nov 2018 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. It is recommended to read the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards, because the Czech Republic, a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. The following sections include updates: I, III, V, VI, VII, and Appendix I. Please note notification requirements for importers of certain foodstuffs of plant origin in Section IX. click here
16 Nov 2018 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant, and animal health. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. All imported food must comply with quarantine and imported food requirements, and then with food safety requirements. click here
16 Nov 2018 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides current information on export certificates issued by U.S. government agencies that comply with import standards and regulations enforced by Mexican officials. Section II modifications reflect updates from the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). At the time of this report, the Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Mexican Secretariat of Agriculture continue to explore ways to implement E-Certification in order to streamline the export-import process. click here
13 Nov 2018 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Germany is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and applies the certification requirements described in the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Certification 2018 Report. Products not yet harmonized are subject to German national rules. click here
12 Nov 2018 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations. Thus, it is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards report for the European Union (EU-28 FAIRS). Important points of contact for U.S. food exporters are listed in the appendices. All sections of this annual report were updated in November 2018. click here
01 Nov 2018 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report prepared by the United States Mission to the EU in Brussels available at http://gain.fas.usda.gov. click here
31 Oct 2018 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas, which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-28 are summarized in the EU 28 FAIRS report. click here
29 Oct 2018 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Hungary has fully implemented EU regulations for the imports of products of animal and plant origin. U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. Products not yet harmonized are subject to Hungarian national regulations click here
29 Oct 2018 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report covers specific export certificate requirements for Austria, which are different than EU requirements. click here
24 Oct 2018 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report As a member of the European Union, Hungary follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Hungary that cover areas that are not yet harmonized. click here
19 Oct 2018 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Austria. Austria, as a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. It is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
25 Sep 2018 China P rp China Implements Supplemental Imports Tariffs on U.S. Products Exported to China On September 18, 2018, China’s State Council Tariff Commission (SCTC) announced that it would start enforcing additional import tariffs on U.S. products exported to China valued at $60 billion (“the Supplemental Tariffs”). This round of Chinese tariffs was first announced on August 3 in response to the U.S. announcement of a proposed $200 billion in additional tariffs and was reported in GAIN Report CH18043. The proposed Supplemental Tariffs were originally divided into four schedules, each with a different tariff rate (25, 20, 10, and 5 percent). In the September 18 announcement, SCTC combined Schedules 1 and 2 and set the tariff rate at 10 percent for both; Schedules 3 and 4 were also combined at a tariff rate of 5 percent. There are a number of food, agricultural, and agricultural-related products across these schedules. The Supplemental Tariffs went into effect on September 24. click here
10 Jul 2018 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1725 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. Updated information is also available on the USEU/FAS website www.usda-eu.org. click here
09 Jul 2018 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report focuses on Spanish specific certification requirements when they differ or are additional to EU-harmonized certification. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the European Commission (USEU). click here
06 Jul 2018 Hong Kong Macau Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report provides general background information on Macau’s Food Import Regulations. click here
28 Jun 2018 China P rp China Announces Tariff Reductions for Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement Members On June 19, 2018, China’s Ministry of Finance announced that as part of the Second Amendment to the Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement, China will reduce tariffs on imports of a number of products, including 415 agricultural and related products click here
22 Jun 2018 India GOI Notifies Changes in Tariff Structure on Agricultural Imports On June 20, 2018, the Government of India’s Ministry of Finance published notification numbers 48/2018 and 49/2018 announcing certain changes in the Standard Basic Custom Duty (BCD) for several items including agricultural imports such as almonds in shell, almonds shelled, walnuts in shell, apples, and pulses. In addition, via notification number 49/2018 GOI made further amendments to its previous notification - 50/2017. click here
21 Jun 2018 EU-28 EU Imposes Additional Tariffs on U.S. Products On June 21, 2018, the EU published its regulation imposing additional tariffs on U.S. exports valued at 2.8 billion euro ($3.2 billion). The tariffs will come into effect on Friday, June 22. click here
04 Jun 2018 China P rp China to Cut Tariffs on Agricultural Products On July 1, China will cut most-favored-nation (MFN) tariffs for 1,449 taxable items, including several agricultural and seafood items. The tariff reductions include 388 food and agricultural related products such as seafood, processed meat, processed vegetable, sauces, and snack food products. The announcement will impact Chinese food agriculture related imports from the United States with an estimated value of $1.9 billion in 2017, and lower average tariff rates from 15.2 percent to 6.9 percent. U.S. exporters should be aware of the new tariffs and check with local importers to verify changes in their tariff rate. click here
01 Jun 2018 Canada Canada Includes Ag Products in Response to U.S. Tariffs On May 31, 2018, Canada announced its intention to impose countermeasures against up to $12.8 billion of steel, aluminum, and other products from the United States, including agricultural exports worth nearly $2.5 billion in 2017. Targeted agricultural products could face a 10 percent tariff from July 1, 2018. click here
31 May 2018 EU-28 Comparison of EU Tariff Rate Quotas for High Quality Bovine Meat On July 1, 2018 the new EU High Quality Beef Quota year will start. This will be a full quota year and will cover 45,000 MT of product divided over four quarters. U.S. exporters can use this quota as well as the Hilton quota for exporting high quality bovine meat to the European Union. click here
31 May 2018 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1725 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. Updated information is also available on the USEU/FAS website www.usda-eu.org click here
29 May 2018 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This FAIRS Export Certificate Report for Turkey 2018 lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Turkish government for food and agricultural products imports to Turkey. This report should be read in coordination with the Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards FAIRS Annual Country Report for Turkey, which outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Turkey. It was prepared by the Office of the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
24 May 2018 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports to Turkey. It was prepared by the Office of the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. It should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards FAIRS Certificate Report. All FAS reports can be found here. There have not been major changes in food import regulations in Turkey since our 2017 reports. click here
03 May 2018 India Amendments in Food Import Regulation Published and Operationalized On May 1, 2018, the Government of India’s (GOIs) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published the Draft Food Safety and Standards (Import) Amendment Regulations, 2018, and also announced their immediate implementation. click here
10 Apr 2018 Hong Kong Import Regulations on Alcoholic Drinks to Hong Kong and Macau This report provides general guidelines on import regulations for alcoholic beverages to Hong Kong and Macau. Spirits exports to Hong Kong and Macau are subject to an import duty, but wine and beer are not. Hong Kong exempts beverages with more than a 10 percent alcohol content from Hong Kong’s labeling requirements, but requires that the alcohol content be stated on the product. click here
14 Mar 2018 Cambodia Revised import tariffs and special consumption taxes In the past two years, the Cambodian government has adjusted import duties and special consumption taxes on alcoholic beverages and on several agricultural and food products. click here
15 Feb 2018 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report highlights certification requirements for food and agricultural products exported to Canada, and supplements the FAIRS Narrative Report CA17049. click here
14 Feb 2018 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU’s Food & Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy-specific information. The Italy FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the Italian market. click here
05 Feb 2018 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is expected to publish the final version of the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations in the Canada Gazette in early 2018. In 2017, Health Canada continued to advance its Healthy Eating Strategy, including initiatives on front-of-package labeling, restrictions on marketing of foods and beverages to children, and a ban on partially hydrogenated oils in foods. click here
31 Jan 2018 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report This report is an addendum to the EU FAIRS report – E17080. It lists the Dutch import regulations and standards that are not harmonized within the EU or where the Netherlands varies with the EU standards. click here
26 Jan 2018 Korea Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections Updated: Section I, II, IV, V, VI, VII and Appendix I and II. The updates include the merging of the Livestock Code to the Food Code, new food safety policy measures, the updated list of MFDS’s recognized Halal and Kosher certification body, biotech labeling revision, and several labeling changes including non-alcoholic claims, etc. click here
25 Jan 2018 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification France as a member of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of animal and plant products. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized, but a few products not yet harmonized are subject to French national regulations. click here
25 Jan 2018 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates required by the Chinese government for imports of food and agricultural products. After a fourteen year hiatus, in 2017, China reopened its market and issued new procedures allowing U.S. beef imports. In November 2017, China also reopened the market for U.S. live horses. Although proposed, no significant changes in Chinese export certificate requirements occurred in 2017. For more information on changes in overall import requirements, see the latest China Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Narrative Report. click here
23 Jan 2018 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative France, as a European Union (EU) Member State, applies EU directives and regulations to its food and agricultural import regulatory regime, with only few exceptions. U.S. food and agricultural suppliers to France should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies for the most current local requirements prior to shipping. The following Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards the following (FAIRS) Report should also read in conjunction with the FAIRS Report prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs in Brussels. click here
19 Jan 2018 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Errata to 2017 Israel FAIRS Export Certificate Report, SECTION V: Other Certification Requirements to Ensure Market Entry: United States – Israel FTA Certificate of Origin click here
19 Jan 2018 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued multiple amendments for regulations related to food imports, food additives, standards, contaminants, toxins, labeling, and packaging in calendar year (CY) 2017. The Ministry of Agriculture (MinAg) notified Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for traceability of import bovine germplasm, amended the import requirements for poultry and poultry products, and initiated the issuance of digital phyto-sanitary certificates. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry amended the import policy of various animal products classified in chapters 41 and 43 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. click here
11 Jan 2018 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report updates Section 4 Food Additives Regulations, Section 6.6 Specific Import Control on Beef and Beef Products from BSE-Affected Countries, and Section 6.7 Specific Import Control on Pork Meat. Other minor changes made to this report are: Section 2.2 - adds list of food products required to bear Guideline Daily Amounts (GDA) labeling; Section 6.4 – provides the import controls relating to tariff rate quotas (TRQ); Section 6.5 – adds the specific import controls for animals and animal products; and Section 6.7- adds the specific import controls for pork meat. click here
11 Jan 2018 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative China’s food regulatory regime continues to evolve. In 2017, China issued numerous new regulations and measures to reflect the requirements introduced under the 2015 Food Safety Law. Most notably, China notified a revised draft of the Regulations for the Implementation of the Food Safety Law in August 2017. As part of these implementation efforts, China notified revisions to inspections and quarantine regulations (AQSIQ Decree 144) in September. China issued technical documents and guidelines to implement registration requirements for special foods (CFDA Decrees 24 and 26). Similarly, in 2017, China announced plans to develop standards for limits on agrochemicals residues. Starting January 1, 2018, China is expanding the application of Cross Border E-Commerce (CBEC) policies on imports to five more cities: Hefei, Chengdu, Dalian, Qingdao and Suzhou. Lastly, also in 2017, China reopened its market and issued new procedures allowing U.S. beef imports. click here
11 Jan 2018 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Kazakhstan reforms its regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
10 Jan 2018 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative Bulgaria, a member of the European Union (EU) since 2007, follows all EU directives and regulations pertaining to food safety, quality, and standards. The following report updates Attache Report and outlines the applicable legislation regarding U.S. food-product exports s to Bulgaria, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. click here
08 Jan 2018 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Poland, as a European Union (EU) Member State, applies EU directives and regulations to its food and agricultural import regulatory regime, with only few exceptions. U.S. food and agricultural suppliers to Poland should verify with local importers and appropriate U.S. regulatory agencies for the most current local requirements prior to shipping. The following Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards the following (FAIRS) Report should also read in conjunction with the FAIRS Report prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs in Brussels. click here
08 Jan 2018 Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Bulgaria, as a member of the European Union (EU), applies EU regulatory requirements for imports of animal and/or plant-origin food and agricultural products. The EU has harmonized export certification requirements for most products. Competent Bulgarian authorities may need to be consulted, on a caseby-case basis, to address import requirements for some minor categories of non-harmonized products. click here
08 Jan 2018 Morocco U.S.–Morocco FTA Tariff Schedule in 2018 Entering its 13th year of implementation, on January 8, 2018, Morocco published its tariff-related commitments under the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement for 2018 via Circular # 5742/222, dated December 29, 2017. However, note, non-tariff barriers still prevent the United States from accessing its negotiated beef and poultry tariff-rate quotas. click here
08 Jan 2018 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Brazil, including import procedures. In 2017, there were no significant changes to general regulations that could impact sales of U.S. agricultural products to Brazil. However, labeling of nutritional information is expected to change in the near future. In addition, Brazil, as a Common Market of the South (Mercosul) member is currently negotiating a trade agreement with the European Union. The proposed list of Geographic Indications being negotiated may impact imports of food and beverage products into Brazil. click here
04 Jan 2018 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The following report provides updated information on 2017 agricultural and food legislation in Romania. In 2017, new rules pertaining to milk and dairy-product labeling, and food-waste reduction were adopted. This report should be read in conjunction with the comprehensive FAS USEU European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report. click here
03 Jan 2018 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report is a reissuance of the 2016 FAIRS export certificate report. This report provides information on export certificates and other certification/accreditation required for imported processed food, animal products, live animals, plants and plant products, and feed. click here
02 Jan 2018 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand, including 57 processed and unprocessed food items, other prepackaged processed food, fruit and vegetables, live animals, beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, hides and skins, distillers dried grains, and live animals. The update made in this report is the certificate required for U.S. beef exports to Thailand. click here
02 Jan 2018 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. It provides guidance on import procedures and documentation. Additional information has been added specifying which Senegalese standards are obligatory for agricultural product imports. Likewise, Senegal has conducted a review of its food safety system, which may result in future systematic changes. click here
02 Jan 2018 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Taiwan government to export food and agricultural products to Taiwan. For more information on import requirements, see the Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
31 Dec 2017 Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Since its 2004 European Union (EU) accession, Lithuania has consistently changed its regulations in to harmonize its national laws with EU food and agricultural regulations and standards. Post advises stakeholders to work with Lithuanian importers and/or buyers to ensure current requirements are met. Post also recommends that the following report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report, prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU’s Office of Agricultural Affairs. click here
31 Dec 2017 Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Morocco requires. The Moroccan food safety authority, “Office National de Sécurité Sanitaire des Produits Alimentaires” (ONSSA) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. click here
31 Dec 2017 Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
29 Dec 2017 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Brazil’s import requirements for foreign export certificates. An export certificate matrix and outline are included. There were no significant changes in 2017 to general certificates that impact imports of agricultural goods. click here
29 Dec 2017 Kazakhstan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Republic of Kazakhstan for food and agricultural imports. The following sections of this report have seen a number of revisions from the 2016 FAIRS report: Section I: General Food Laws, Section II: Food Additive Regulations, Section IV: Packaging and Container Requirements, Section V: Labeling Requirements, and Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements. click here
29 Dec 2017 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement entered into force on October 31, 2012, and established simplified requirements for the importation of U.S. food and feed products. Amendments to this bilateral agreement have facilitated U.S. beef, beef products and pet food exports to Panama. Consumers continue to perceive U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand. Panama imports 60% of all its agricultural product needs from the United States. click here
29 Dec 2017 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The U.S-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA) entered into force on October 31, 2012. As outlined in the TPA, Panama issued special regulations that apply to imports of food and feed products from the United States. Due to certain sanitary and phytosanitary measures, and technical standards affecting trade in agricultural products, Panama recognizes the certificates and standards of the U.S. regulatory and sanitary inspection system. click here
28 Dec 2017 Vietnam Social Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides an overview of the health and quarantine certificates needed for exporting food and agricultural products to Vietnam. Minor updates have been made to Section I.6 - Animal Feed; Section I.3 – Meat and meat products; Section I.4 – Aquatic animals and products thereof; Section I.5 – Plants and plant products; Section II.3 - Export/Health Certificate; Section III.2 – Export Certificate for Seafood and Section III.10-Health Certificate for Live Aquatic Animals. No other changes have been made from the previous report. However, Post may issue a new FAIRS Export Certificate Report should a planned replacement of Vietnam’s Decree 38/2012 on guiding the implementation of Food Safety Law have any effect of health certificates needed for exporting food and agricultural products to Vietnam. click here
28 Dec 2017 Ukraine Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative There have been some changes affecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitary regulations since the last submission of this report. In 2015-16, Ukraine deregulated some food safety import procedures and significantly modified its food safety legislation, introducing HACCP principles. Ukraine also introduced new international certificate requirements for food products and reinforced its legislation related to the approval of foreign exporting facilities. Created in 2014, the State Service on Safety of Foodstuffs and Consumer Protection became the national competent authority for all food products in 2016. click here
28 Dec 2017 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. The following sections were updated: SECTION II. LABELING REQUIREMENTS; SECTION; SECTION VI. OTHER REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS; SECTION VII. OTHER SPECIFIC STANDARDS: Food samples; and APPENDIX I. GOVERNMENT REGULATORY AGENCY CONTACTS. click here
28 Dec 2017 Jamaica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of Jamaica for imports of food and agricultural products. No major changes in export certificate requirements occurred in 2017. click here
28 Dec 2017 Vietnam Social Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides an update of the food and agricultural laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. Updated sections include: Section I-General Food Laws; Section III – Pesticide and Other Contaminants; Section V-Labeling requirements; Section VI.2-Importation of live aquatic animals for consumption; Section VII.1-Facility Registration; click here
27 Dec 2017 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification products of animal and plant origin. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to German national regulations. click here
27 Dec 2017 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
26 Dec 2017 Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the agricultural product import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Venezuela for U.S. exporters of agricultural commodities, foods and beverages. Venezuela remains a complicated destination for exporting agricultural products, but opportunities exist. click here
26 Dec 2017 Dominic Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report describes the major export certificates required by the Government of the Dominican Republic (DR) for imports of food and agricultural products. Major changes in 2017 include (1) the DR’s enforcement of the sanitary registration requirement to all food products produced domestically and imported, especially for dairy products and wine; (2) a requirement that labels for prepackaged foods be in the Spanish language and placed at origin; and (3) a Certificate of No Objection to be issued by the Ministry of Health before alcoholic beverages can be imported into the DR. click here
26 Dec 2017 Korea Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Updates on certificates for shell eggs and egg products, temperatures of egg products, and document requirements for processed food products to be exempt from mandatory biotech labeling requirements click here
26 Dec 2017 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. Sections I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
26 Dec 2017 Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela (GBRV) is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. Post updates only minor changes in this report click here
22 Dec 2017 Egypt Arab Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The new food safety agency in Egypt is now a reality after the Egyptian parliament approved law number 1/2017 establishing the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) on January 2nd, 2017. The purpose of the NFSA is to unify the Egyptian food safety system through both structural and legislative reforms. The multiplicity of food control authorities has hampered Egypt’s food safety system with duplication and inefficiencies in the implementation of food safety laws and measures. When it becomes operational, NFSA will likely foster the adoption of science-based rules helping to facilitate trade. click here
22 Dec 2017 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Russian Federation for food and agricultural imports. The following sections of this report have seen a number of revisions from the 2016 FAIRS report: Section I: General Food Laws, Section II: Food Additive Regulations, Section IV: Packaging and Container Requirements, Section V: Labeling Requirements, Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements, and Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements. click here
22 Dec 2017 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the import certification and other documentation required by the Government of Chile. Post updated Chile’s protocol to export bovine genetics (semen) and the approved list of embryo collection teams under the animal section on page 26 of this report. click here
22 Dec 2017 Philippines Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients and other relevant information. It also provides points of contact for key Philippine government authorities, U.S. government agencies and trade associations. Section I on the Food Safety Act, Section VI on Other Regulations and requirements, and Section VII on Processed Foods of Animal Origin were updated. click here
22 Dec 2017 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides an overview of the Chilean Food Law currently in force. There have been no updates to Chilean Import Regulations and Standards since last year’s report was published on December 22, 2016. click here
22 Dec 2017 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report updates the 2016 Indonesian FAIRS Export Certificate Report, which lists the major export certificates the Government of Indonesia (GOI) requires from U.S. food and agricultural product exporters. Information has been revised in Section III on meat and meat products, and fresh fruit and vegetables; Section V on the halal certificate; and the Appendix I list of sample meat and poultry export certificates. click here
22 Dec 2017 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. Australia’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently. This report focuses on the certificate requirements for U.S. products with the best export potential. click here
21 Dec 2017 Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU (GAIN report E17080) which can be downloaded from the FAS USEU website at http://www.usda-eu.org/trade-with-the-eu/eu-importrules/fairs-reports/. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized at EU-level or where Belgium varies. click here
21 Dec 2017 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Romania applies European Union (EU) regulations on imported products of animal and non-animalorigin from third countries. The export certification is harmonized at EU level for the large majority of products. Romanian legislation applies to a variety of other, minor categories on which requirements are not harmonized. click here
21 Dec 2017 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report includes Colombia’s import requirements for import permits and export certificates for multiple food products for human and animal consumption. It also provides a list of the Colombian government agencies involved in the entry of imported food products. click here
21 Dec 2017 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On July 20, 2017 the Honduran Government launched its new sanitary regulatory agency (Agencia de Regulacion Sanitaria – ARSA). The agency is responsible for sanitary registration, surveillance, and inspection of food products approved to be sold at the retail and wholesale level. ARSA has eliminated the requirement of a laboratory test prior to issuing the sanitary registration. Updated Sections: Section I. Food Laws and Section VII. Other Specific Standards. click here
21 Dec 2017 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updates on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana. In 2017, Ghana’s customs process underwent significant change, as the main port facility in Tema went paperless (see Section IX). This new system endured criticism due to delays and confusion during its launch. Yet after early difficulties, the new electronic system appears to be well received by the business community and a welcome step towards a more streamlined import and export process. This report includes several other updates concerning changes on certification and testing (Section VIII) and import procedures (Section IX). click here
21 Dec 2017 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All the sections of the Report have been updated based on recent regulation amendments, updated website links and to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report includes an assessment of laws and requirements for food and agricultural products imposed on imports. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Certification Report (Click here to download the 2016 FAIRS Report) for a comprehensive understanding of the South African regulations, standards and import requirements. click here
21 Dec 2017 Pakistan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. Compared to the previous report released in 2016, section IV, VIII and IX has been modified. All imports into Pakistan are governed by the Import Policy Order issued by the Ministry of Commerce. click here
21 Dec 2017 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The National Plant, Animal Health and Food Safety Service (SENASA) is the regulatory agency responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. The new sanitary regulatory agency (Agencia de Regulacion Sanitaria – ARSA) is in charge of sanitary registration, surveillance, and inspection of food products approved for sale at the retail and wholesale level. The certificates requested by SENASA and ARSA are described in this report. click here
21 Dec 2017 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. This report has been reviewed and updated to reflect current laws and regulations. The new Food Act passed in 2014, which is now being implemented, will result in new food safety regulations over time and this may necessitate changes to the Import Health Standards documents. click here
21 Dec 2017 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification to comply with the updated reporting instructions. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to South Africa. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report (Click here to download the 2016 FAIRS Report ) for a comprehensive understanding of the South African regulations, standards and import requirements click here
20 Dec 2017 EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This guide provides an overview of export health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods and other animal origin products to the European Union. U.S. regulatory agencies have been informed of the wide range of certificates changes that have occurred in the past months and have updated their export manuals to reflect those changes. Sections updated: All sections. click here
20 Dec 2017 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. This report supplements Costa Rica’s Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) 2017 report. click here
19 Dec 2017 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Netherlands, as a member of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. However, rules for the certification of imports are complicated and in practice not always harmonized across EU Member States. This report lists the recent developments related to the Dutch requirements for the certification of agricultural and food imports. click here
19 Dec 2017 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). Updated sections are: Sections I, II, V, VI, VII, VIII, X, XI, Appendix I, II and III. click here
19 Dec 2017 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Costa Rica’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. The report contains updated information on facility registration (Section I), labeling requirements for beef and pork (Section II), food additive regulations (Section IV), and Animal Feed Registration (Section VI). click here
19 Dec 2017 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and identifying the relevant local agencies with oversight over these issues. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. This report supplements the FAS Quito Food and Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) 2017 report. The major changes from the previous 2016 report are related to the Sanitary Notification by production line. click here
19 Dec 2017 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Austria. Austria as a member of the European Union follows the EU directives and regulations. It is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
19 Dec 2017 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report covers only specific export certificate requirements by Austria, which are different from EU requirements. click here
19 Dec 2017 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report prepared by USEU Brussels available at http://gain.fas.usda.gov. click here
18 Dec 2017 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect consumer, plant, and animal health. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. All imported food must comply with quarantine and imported food requirements and then with food safety requirements. click here
18 Dec 2017 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. The major changes from the 2016 report are related to the Sanitary Notification by line of production. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided throughout this updated report. click here
18 Dec 2017 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management (MAFWM) in Serbia and the relevant U.S. authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). click here
18 Dec 2017 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report compliments the FAIRS Country Report, and provides information on certificates that required by the Government of Kenya (GOK) to export food and agricultural products into Kenya. GOK’s Kenya TradeNet system provides a single point for exporters and importers to electronically submit and receive approvals from all the regulatory agencies that are involved in international trade. click here
18 Dec 2017 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report contains technical import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products currently required by the Government of Kenya (GOK), including information on applicable laws and guidelines, import procedures, and contact details of key regulatory and specialist agencies. The ban on imports of genetically modified (GM) food products is still in place. click here
18 Dec 2017 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Hungary is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Hungary that cover areas that are not yet harmonized. click here
18 Dec 2017 Hungary Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Hungary has fully implemented the European Union’s (EU) regulations for the imports of products of animal and plant origin. U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. Products not yet harmonized are subject to Hungarian national regulations. click here
15 Dec 2017 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. For more information on import requirements, see Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Narrative Report of December 2017. click here
15 Dec 2017 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This is an annual report that was updated in November 2017. click here
15 Dec 2017 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows EU directives and regulations. Thus, it is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards report for the European Union (EU-28 FAIRS). Important points of contact for U.S. food exporters are listed in the appendices. All sections of this annual report were updated in November 2017. click here
15 Dec 2017 Trinidad And Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report outlines Trinidad and Tobago’s (TT) certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select Export Certificates. To avoid costly customs clearance delays, it is recommended that U.S. suppliers have their TT buyer verify compliance with all certification requirements prior to shipping new-to-market products. A list of the relevant TT authorities is provided in this report. click here
15 Dec 2017 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The major highlights from the last year include: ? Draft Revision "Protection of Public Health Regulations (Food) (Nutritional Labeling)" ? The Control of Animal Feed Law 2014 came into effect March 2017 ? A number of food standards have either been revised or are under consideration for revision, see Section VIII click here
15 Dec 2017 India First Amendment of 2017 Food Import Regulations is Operational On December 13, 2017, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a notice to announce the implementation date for the Food Safety and Standards (Import) First Amendment Regulations, 2017. click here
15 Dec 2017 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of Japan’s general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports. While all sections of this report have been updated, the following sections have seen substantive revisions from the 2016 FAIRS report: Section V. Labeling Requirements, Section VI. Other Specific Standards, and Section X. Copyrights and/or Trademark Laws. click here
15 Dec 2017 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Israel. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, weighing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, certificate of origin, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. click here
14 Dec 2017 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All links have been updated in all sections of the report. Section II has been updated to include rules for pet food. Section VI related to other regulations has been updated with the fortification mandates in Guatemala applying to sugar, salt, and wheat flour. Contacts in Appendix I for government regulatory agencies in Guatemala have also been updated. click here
14 Dec 2017 India Compliance Timeline Extended for Modified Labeling Requirements On December 13, 2017, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued guidelines to extend the compliance date for modified labeling requirements mentioned in its earlier guidelines dated August 9, 2016. click here
14 Dec 2017 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The updates to this report include the framework of the proposed amendment to Hong Kong’s metallic contamination regulation. Other parts of the report remain the same as the 2016 FAIRS report. click here
14 Dec 2017 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification In 2017, the Hong Kong Government (HKG) confirmed that U.S. bison meat can be exported to Hong Kong with a Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) health certificate (FSIS 9060-5). No other changes since the last report. This report lists the certificates required by the HKG for U.S. agricultural and food exports to Hong Kong. Certificate samples for various product categories are included in the appendix click here
14 Dec 2017 Trinidad And Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative While most U.S. food products readily enter Trinidad and Tobago (TT), consideration for an import license, health certification, product labeling and other documentation for select products must be observed in order to avoid costly delays during the Customs clearance process. click here
14 Dec 2017 Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) - Certificates Report. These certificates are required for the importation of food and agricultural products into the Kingdom. This report includes the new required certification for exports of U.S. beef and veal to Saudi Arabia. click here
14 Dec 2017 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is intended to supplement the FAS U.S. Mission to the EU’s Food & Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report with Italy-specific information. The Italy FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the Italian market. click here
14 Dec 2017 United Kingdom Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is intended to supplement the European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report with UK-specific information. The UK FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the United Kingdom. In addition, this report has handy links to guidance on health certificates, licenses, import duty, food labeling, additives and packaging. All sections of this report were updated. click here
13 Dec 2017 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Government of Guatemala is accepting FDA Certificates of Free Sale or State issued certificates of Free Sale to register processed food products with the Ministry of Health. Pet food needs to be registered with the Ministry of Agriculture. APHIS export certificates continue to be valid for animal or plant products. Guatemala accepts the AMS Export Certificate for Dairy. click here
12 Dec 2017 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Italy, as part of the European Community, has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU and Italy have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to Italian national regulations. click here
12 Dec 2017 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and StandardsCertification Greece as a member of the European Union follows the EU directives and regulations. The export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU market have been harmonized and can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: http://www.usda-eu.org/trade-with-the-eu/eu-import-rules/certification/fairs-exportcertificate-report/. For non-harmonized products, the competent Greek authority should be consulted as many issues are addressed on a case-by-case basis. click here
12 Dec 2017 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Greece and gives an overview of Greek food laws in the EU context. Information on the EU requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: http://www.fas.usda.gov/data/eu-28-fairs-country-report. click here
11 Dec 2017 Ukraine Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification A certificate for Non-Animal Origin Bacterial Products Exported To Ukraine was negotiated in 2017. The certificate satisfies one of the requirements of the State Service of Ukraine for Food Safety and Consumer Protection and opens the way for imports. A broad range of products is covered in this report, including generic certificate requirements for products that have no bilaterally negotiated export protocols. This report contains an Export Certificate Matrix compiled and updated by FAS/Kyiv. click here
11 Dec 2017 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and updates the 2016 FAIRS Country Report’s on the following sections: Section I: Food Laws item 1.3, 1.4 and 1.5; Section V: Labeling Requirements item 5.2; Section VI: Other Specific Standards; Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements item 7.3 and 7.4; Section VIII: Other Certification and testing requirements; and Appendix I: Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided throughout. click here
11 Dec 2017 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In 2016 U.S. exports of agricultural products to Mexico reached US $18.7 billion ranking third behind China and Canada. In order to streamline this flow, it is critical to understand the Government of Mexico’s import requirements. This document provides an overview of major Mexican laws and regulations that regulate agricultural and food products, as well as import regulations for agricultural products into Mexico. click here
10 Dec 2017 Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Saudi Arabia’s regulatory authorities continue to strictly enforce Saudi and GSO food import regulations and standards, particularly those related to allowable limits for food additives and labeling requirements. In June 2017, the first shipment of U.S. beef produced under USDA’s Export Verification (EV) Program arrived in the Kingdom. Import bans on poultry and poultry products from 15 U.S. states due to avian influenza (AI) were rescinded in August 2016. U.S. exporters are encouraged to consult with their Saudi importers about product requirements prior to shipment click here
07 Dec 2017 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification In calendar year (CY) 2017, the Ministry of Agriculture (MinAg) notified the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for traceability of imported bovine germplasm. Additionally, the requirements for poultry and poultry product imports from countries reporting avian influenza were amended and published in the Official Gazette of India. In order to facilitate the ease of doing business in India, the Government of India’s Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine and Storage started issuance of digital phytosanitary certificate (e-phyto) to all countries. click here
07 Dec 2017 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists Nicaragua import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs, and food products for human consumption. click here
07 Dec 2017 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Germany as part of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to German national regulations. click here
06 Dec 2017 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Review of El Salvador’s Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards. Updated Sections: Section I. Food Laws, Section III. Pesticides and Other Contaminants, Section V. Labeling Requirements, VI. Other Specific Standards, VIII. Other Certification and Testing Requirement, Section IX. Import Procedures. click here
06 Dec 2017 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: Section I. List of all Export Certificates Required by Government and Section II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate (s), Section V. Other Certification/Accreditation Requirements. click here
06 Dec 2017 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. click here
03 Dec 2017 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists and describes certificates that should accompany U.S. food and agricultural product exports to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, health certificate, and a certificate of origin are required on every shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. The requirements listed here are for consignments coming directly to Jordan from the United States; or for those shipments being trans-shipped in a sealed container with invoices stating that Jordan is the final destination. click here
01 Dec 2017 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides the latest information on export certificates issued by U.S. government agencies to comply with Mexican import standards and regulations. Minor modifications and comments have been added in section II to reflect updates from the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and the Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), including information on FSIS Siluriformes export certificate. At the time of this report, USDA/FSIS and the Mexican Secretariat of Agriculture continue their collaborative work towards an agreement on the technical aspects for the implementation of an electronic certification system. click here
01 Dec 2017 China P rp Christmas Comes Early as China Announces Annual Tariff Reductions on Select Consumer Products China announced its annual tariff revisions a month early this year, with tariff reductions on select commodities set to become effective on December 1, 2017, instead of the usual January 1, 2018 timeline. Further tariff revisions for 2018 are not anticipated at this time. In addition to the earlier timing, this year’s revisions were notable in that they primarily focused on middle-class consumer products, such as processed cheese, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, and certain types of infant formula. click here
28 Nov 2017 Turkey Turkey Eliminates Some Feedstuff Import Tariffs Turkey reduced the import tariff on Brans under HS code 2302 from 5 percent to 0 percent according to a governmental decree. Turkey also rearranged the import tariff on some commodities under HS code 2306 with the same decree, reducing the tariff from 13.5 percent to 6.5 percent on condition that the commodity is used as feed. click here
20 Nov 2017 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report is to update readers on the new JAKIM halal requirements for processing plants of “Animal based further products, milk and egg products.” This is to include processed dairy products such as whey, ice cream and cheese. click here
20 Nov 2017 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This is an update to Post’s standing FAIRS report, with an update on JAKIM halal requirements for “animal based further products, milk and eggs products”; and guidelines on implementation of analysis fees for imported foods which are assigned “Hold, Test and Release” (HTR) examination level, pages 22 and 23. click here
19 Nov 2017 Egypt Arab Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Egypt. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, weighing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, certificate of origin, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. click here
16 Nov 2017 Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report presents regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Singapore. The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. AVA regularly reviews and updates Food Regulations. The report also includes contact information for government regulatory agencies and import specialists. Updates include key amendments to the Sale of Food Act and changes to such regulations as the use of additives; expanded use of existing additives and health claims and stricter requirements to protect public health. For detailed information on certificates to export to Singapore, please refer to the latest GAIN FAIRS Certificate Report 2017 click here
16 Nov 2017 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative - 2017 This report outlines the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. This report updates the FAIRS Country Report 2016’s Section VI - Other Specific Standards, Table 1 - New Standards and/or Regulations. The report also revises Section VIII - Other Regulations and Requirements (i.e., updates slaughterhouse registration, dairy products – ban on partially hydrogenated oils in processed dairy products, and preserved foods – ban on tartrazine as a coloring in pickled preparations). click here
09 Nov 2017 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. It is recommended to read the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards, because the Czech Republic, a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. The following sections include updates: I - V, VIII - IX and Appendix I. Please note notification requirements for importers of certain foodstuffs of plant origin in Section IX. click here
19 Sep 2017 South Africa South Africa’s wheat import tariff decrease South Africa announced a new wheat import tariff of R379.34 per ton on September 8, 2017. The new wheat tariff is 60 percent lower than the previous tariff of R947.20 per ton and the lowest levels since February 2015. Post estimates that South Africa will have to import more than 2.0 million tons of wheat in the 2017/18 MY, as drought in the main wheat producing area, the Western Cape Province, decreased local production. However, the window of opportunity to import at the lower tariff is limited, as an increase in the import tariff to R752.35 was triggered in August 2017. It is, however, unclear when this higher tariff will be published. click here
24 Aug 2017 Spain india:Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1631 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation click here
11 Aug 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) amended the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011, to update tolerance limits for various food contaminants. click here
04 Aug 2017 India WTO Notified –Amendments in Indian Food Import Regulations On July 31, 2017, India notified amendments in Food Import Regulations to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments from the member countries. The comment period, as listed on the WTO website (www.wto.org), expires on September 29, 2017. click here
24 Jul 2017 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1631 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
21 Jul 2017 Portugal india:Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Portugal is a member of the European Union (EU) and it follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of PT1205 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Portugal, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. Updates of the information provided are also available in the USEU/FAS website www.usda-eu.org. click here
21 Jul 2017 Portugal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative Portugal is a member of the European Union (EU) and it follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of PT1205 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Portugal, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report click here
18 Jul 2017 India Food Import Regulations Supersede Certain Advisories and Guidelines On July 13, 2017, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order to list certain advisories and guidelines previously issued over the years’ on imported food products as invalid. The 2017 Food Import Regulations include the subject matter of these advisories/guidelines and therefore supersede them. click here
27 Jun 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India (GOI) recently notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) changes in India’s Food Import Regulations. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
21 Jun 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has notified an extension of the time period allowed for compliance with standards for caffeinated beverages. With this directive FSSAI has exempted Food Business Operators (FBOs) from the said regulations till December 31, 2017. click here
21 Jun 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On June 5, 2017, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) standards for table olives came into effect. The guidelines specify regulatory requirements pertaining to table olives. On November 24, 2016, FSSAI had published new standards for table olives and allowed a grace period of 180 days. click here
12 Jun 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On May 26, 2017, FSSAI published a draft notification on Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations, 2017. Comments and suggestions are invited from the stakeholders for a period of 30 days from the date of publication of the notification on FSSAI’s website. click here
25 May 2017 India India :Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On April 17, 2017, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) implemented its Food Safety and Standards (Fortification of Foods) Regulations, 2017. click here
22 May 2017 Germany Germany : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-28 are summarized in the EU 28 FAIRS report. click here
22 May 2017 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. click here
17 May 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On May 4, 2017, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India notified WTO members of the draft Food Safety and Standards (Organic Foods) Regulations, 2017. Objections, comments, or suggestions by the WTO member countries must be submitted within 60 days from the date of notification. click here
17 May 2017 Brazil Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Due to recent changes by Brazil in the procedures to register U.S plants that process fish and fishery products for human consumption, FAS/ Brasilia prepared this comprehensive report with instructions for U.S. exporters to register plants and product labels. FAS/Brasilia updated Annex IV of this report due to recent changes by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture. click here
25 Apr 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On April 13, 2017, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published additional guidance regarding its Food Import Clearance System (FICS). click here
14 Apr 2017 Turkey Turkey: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the government of Turkey (GOT) for imports to Turkey of food and agricultural products. This report should be read in coordination with the Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report Narrative, which outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Turkey. click here
14 Apr 2017 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Turkey. It was prepared by the Office of the U.S. Foreign Agricultural Service in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. It should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards FAIRS Certificate Report. It is highly recommended that exporters verify the full set of import requirements with their foreign customers, who are normally best equipped to research such matters with local authorities, before any goods are shipped. click here
29 Mar 2017 Angola Angola : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report documents Angola’s policies, practices, and import requirements for food and agricultural products. Section IV includes new information about food labelling requirements and Section VI has been updated to reflect a July 2016 presidential decree regarding required laboratory testing for food and beverage products. click here
14 Mar 2017 Kazakhstan Kazakhstan: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Republic of Kazakhstan. click here
13 Mar 2017 EU-28 EU-28 : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This guide provides an overview of export health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods and other animal origin products to the European Union. U.S. regulatory agencies have been informed of the wide range of certificate changes that have occurred in the past months and have updated their export manuals to reflect those changes. click here
03 Mar 2017 Ethiopia Ethiopia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Ethiopia’s food safety regime is still in its early stages. While much of the legal and regulatory framework underpinning this regime is in place, capacity gaps make enforcement difficult. Many of these gaps will gradually be addressed as public awareness of food safety increases. click here
24 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India (GOI) published its final standards for malt and malt-based foods in The Gazette of India. According to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the standards were implemented as of the date of their publication in The Gazette of India on February 13, 2017. click here
24 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On February 2, 2017, the Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) published guidelines specific to e-commerce food business operators (FBO). The guideline specifies regulatory requirements pertaining to e-commerce FBOs. click here
15 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Exporter Guide The Government of India (GOI) published its final notification on updated standards for oats, pasta, fats and oils in the Official Gazette of India. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notes the implementation date as July 1, 2017. The final notification incorporates some of the feedback received during the public comment period following the earlier published draft notification on July 12, 2016. click here
12 Feb 2017 Panama Republic Panama : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Consumers continue to perceive U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand. The U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement entered into force on October 31, 2012, and established simplified requirements for the importation of U.S. food and feed products. Recent amendments to this bilateral agreement have facilitated U.S. beef, beef products and pet food exports. click here
09 Feb 2017 Netherland Netherlands : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an addendum to the EU FAIRS report – E16060. It lists the Dutch import regulations and standards that are not harmonized within the EU or where the Netherlands varies with the EU standards. All sections of this report were updated. click here
08 Feb 2017 United Kingdom United Kingdom : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The United Kingdom (UK), as a member of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. For information on EU export certification requirements, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the EU. click here
07 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Exporter Guide Government of India’s Food Safety and Standard Authority of India’s (FSSAI) invited comments on its draft notification on nonalcoholic and carbonated beverages. The comment period for trading partners will expire 60 days after the notification is published on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
07 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified its new draft standards for special dietary foods with low-sodium content, including salt substitutes, to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited WTO members to provide comments. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date listed on the WTO website (www.wto.org). click here
07 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) with the objective of raising awareness among importers about India’s food import clearance process. click here
03 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published draft guidelines for food business operators (FBO). The draft guidelines stipulate mandatory licenses for all food manufacturers, importers, distributors, storage units, marketers, retailers, and suppliers. click here
03 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) revised draft standards for date paste, fermented soybean paste, cocoa mass or cocoa/chocolate liquor and cocoa cake, vegetable protein products, thermally processed fruit salad/cocktail/mix, harrisa (red chili paste), and cocoa powder. India will accept comments from trading partners for up to 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
03 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to regulatory compliance issues. click here
03 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified its revised draft standards for certain sweetening agents such as cane jaggery, sodium saccharin and calcium saccharin to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments from member countries. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
03 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published the Food Safety and Standards (Food Recall Procedure) Regulations, 2017. The updated regulation includes specifics about food recall procedures for manufactures, processers, distributers, sales, importers and exporters. click here
03 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a notification inviting comments from World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries on its new draft standards for shea butter, borneo tallow, and fatty acid composition for various other edible vegetable oils. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
03 Feb 2017 China P rp China : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Chinese government for imports of food and agricultural products. Major changes in 2016 include China’s implementation of new registration requirements on grains and oilseeds (AQSIQ Decree 177) and live seafood (AQSIQ Decree 183). China also introduced registration requirements for infant formula recipes (CFDA Decree 26), health foods (CFDA Decree 22), and foods for special medical purposes (CFDA Decree 24). In addition, in 2016, China granted market access for California strawberries and U.S. sugar beet pulp. click here
03 Feb 2017 China P rp China : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative During 2016, China continued issuing numerous new regulations, rules and measures to reflect the requirements introduced by the 2015 Food Safety Law. Most notably, China implemented new registration systems, including registration for grains and oilseeds (AQSIQ Decree 177), registration for live seafood (AQSIQ Decree 183); and introduced registration requirements for infant formula recipes (CFDA Decree 26), foods for special medical purposes (CFDA Decree 24), and health foods (CFDA Decree 22). click here
03 Feb 2017 Senegal Senegal : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental regulatory bodies and enforcement mechanisms. The report includes references to the Codex Alimentarius system, as well as, guidance on import procedures and documentation. Since 2013. click here
03 Feb 2017 Senegal Senegal : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report is a reissuance of the 2015 FAIRS export certificate report with no additional information. Senegal is a member of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). Since 2014 it has continued to authorize optional use of ePhyto, international standard for electronic transmission protocols and procedures for plant health certification, click here
02 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published regulations for functional foods in India’s official gazette. Products affected by the new regulations include nutritional supplements, nutraceuticals, special dietary foods, and medical or therapeutic food products. click here
02 Feb 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published its Food Safety and Standards (Food Import) Regulations, 2017. The updated food import regulation supersedes the food import regulations that were made operational on September 2, 2016. click here
30 Jan 2017 Nigeria Nigeria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has played the lead role for regulating food safety systems in Nigeria over the past decade. The international accreditation of the agency’s two major laboratories in recent years has reasonably boosted its capacity to enforce Nigeria’s food safety system regulations. click here
28 Jan 2017 Romania Romania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Romania applies the EU regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from third countries. The export certification is harmonized at EU level for the large majority of products. Romanian legislation applies to the minor categories on which requirements are not harmonized click here
27 Jan 2017 Honduras Honduras : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The National Plant, Animal Health and Food Safety Service (SENASA) of the Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock has requested and seeks to enforce that the products display the production date, lot number and expiration date on the shipping carton(s) upon arrival at the port. click here
17 Jan 2017 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Saudi Arabia’s regulatory authorities continue to strictly enforce Saudi and GSO food import regulations and standards, particularly those related to allowable limits for food additives and labeling requirements. In June 2016, Saudi Arabia lifted its ban on imports of U.S. beef after the U.S. government agreed to establish a USDA Export Verification (EV) Program. click here
11 Jan 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published in India’s official gazette a draft Regulation on food fortification. click here
10 Jan 2017 Venezuela Venezuela : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela (GBRV) is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. Post updates only minor changes in this report. click here
10 Jan 2017 Venezuela Venezuela : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the agricultural product import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Venezuela for U.S. exporters of agricultural commodities, foods and beverages. Venezuela remains a complicated destination for exporting agricultural products, but opportunities exist. click here
05 Jan 2017 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On December 19, 2016, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution invited stakeholder comments on draft amendments on the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011. The comments are invited until January 17, 2017, on the draft regulations. click here
04 Jan 2017 Brazil Brazil : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Brazil, including import procedures. There were no significant changes in 2016 to general regulations that impact imports of agricultural goods. click here
03 Jan 2017 Indonesia Indonesia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification click here
03 Jan 2017 Argentina Argentina : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides overall information on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverages into Argentina. However, Post recommends U.S. suppliers interested in the Argentine market to contact local importers to find out about specific rules and regulations that may apply to particular products. A new government took office in Argentina on December 10, 2015, and since then it has implemented new measures towards a more open economy. click here
30 Dec 2016 Chile Chile : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report updates import certification requirements that companies need to export their agricultural products to Chile. Since the last FAIRS Export Certificate report was issued by FAS/Santiago in 2015, Chile granted access for U.S. breeding swine. Please refer to the Live Animals section for an update on those certification requirements. click here
30 Dec 2016 Indonesia Indonesia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). Updated sections are: Sections II, V, VI, VII, VIII, XI, and Appendix IV. click here
30 Dec 2016 Colombia Colombia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. The following sections were updated: SECTION II. LABELING REQUIREMENTS; SECTION III. PACKAGING AND CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS; SECTION VI. OTHER REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS; SECTION VII. OTHER SPECIFIC STANDARDS: Food samples; and APPENDIX I. GOVERNMENT REGULATORY AGENCY CONTACTS. click here
30 Dec 2016 Morocco Morocco : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. Sections I, II, VI, VII, and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
29 Dec 2016 Tunisia Tunisia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. Sections I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
29 Dec 2016 Colombia Colombia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report includes Colombia’s import requirements for import permits and export certificates for multiple food products for human and animal consumption. It also provides a list of the Colombian government agencies involved in the entry of imported food products. click here
29 Dec 2016 Honduras Honduras : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The National Plant, Animal Health and Food Safety Service (SENASA) within the Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock (SAG), is the regulatory agency responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. click here
29 Dec 2016 Thailand Thailand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report includes an update of Section 6.6 (pertaining to specific import controls for beef and beef products from BSE-affected countries) and Section 6.10 (pertaining to the novel food regulation). The other minor changes made to this report include. click here
28 Dec 2016 Morocco Morocco : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report provides information on export certificates that the Government of Morocco requires. The Moroccan food safety authority, “Office National de Sécurité Sanitaire des Produits Alimentaires” (ONSSA) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. On October 13, 2016, APHIS and ONSSA jointly signed a new health certificate to resume trade of U.S. bovine semen and pet food exports to Morocco. click here
23 Dec 2016 Poland Poland : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Poland as a member of the European Union applies EU directives and regulations to agricultural imports with only few exceptions. click here
23 Dec 2016 South Africa South Africa : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This is the second FAIRS - Certification Report for South Africa. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products to South Africa. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report (Click here to download the 2015 FAIRS report) for a comprehensive understanding of the South African regulations and standards. click here
23 Dec 2016 Peru Peru : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and updates the 2015 FAIRS Country Report’s on the following sections: Section I: General Food Laws item 1.8; 1.10 and 1.13; Section V: Pesticide and Other Contaminants; Section III: Packaging and Container Requirements. click here
23 Dec 2016 New Zealand New Zealand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of New Zealand for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. New Zealand’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently. Therefore, this report focuses on the certificate requirements for U.S. products with the strongest export potential. Sections Updated: Section I, III, IV, V. click here
23 Dec 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued multiple amendments for regulations related to food imports, food additives, standards, contaminants, toxins, labeling, and packaging in calendar year (CY) 2016. Additionally, the Ministry of Agriculture (MinAg) revised the guidelines for Export/Import of Bovine Germplasm and notified a draft veterinary health certificate for dog and cat food (containing animal origin material) imports to the World Trade Organization (WTO). click here
22 Dec 2016 Jordan Jordan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Jordan. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, health certificate, and certificate of origin are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report click here
22 Dec 2016 Peru Peru : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. Current procedures are highlighted and relevant agencies with oversight on these issues are identified. This report replaces the Food and Agricultural Import Regulation Report (FAIRS) submitted in 2015. Updates have been made to the sanitary certificate portions of Sections III and IV, as well as to Appendix I (animal and plant products sections). click here
22 Dec 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification In calendar year (CY) 2016, the Government of India (GOI) continued to amend its Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011, for food safety, labeling, and packaging of imported products. Additionally, the Ministry of Agriculture (MinAg) revised its Export/Import of Bovine Germplasm Guidelines, and notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) a draft veterinary health certificate for importing dog and cat food (containing animal origin material). click here
22 Dec 2016 Chile Chile : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On June 27, 2016, Chile’s Ministry of Health’s (MOH) new Nutritional Labeling Law came into force. Products that exceed the MOH’s set limits of sugar, salt, saturated fats and calories are required to put a label in the shape of a stop sign on the front of the package and are prohibited from advertising or marketing those products to children under 14 years of age (please refer to Section V, Labeling Requirements for more information). click here
22 Dec 2016 Japan Japan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of Japan’s general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports. While all sections of this report have been updated, the following sections have seen substantive revisions from the 2015 FAIRS report: Section II. Food Additives Regulations, Section V. Labeling Requirements, and Section VI. Other Specific Standards. click here
22 Dec 2016 Guatemala Guatemala : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Section III. Specific Attestations Required on Export Certificate(s) have been updated for: a) live cattle for breeding purposes, b) poultry and poultry products, to reflect FSIS export library updates to comply with Guatemala requirement. New export certification requirements have been posted for: a) pet food, b) dairy products, c) pet chews w/bovine ingredients, and d) poultry and feather meals. click here
22 Dec 2016 Czech Republic Czech Republic : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. It is recommended to read the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards , because the Czech Republic, a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. click here
22 Dec 2016 Guatemala Guatemala : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The GOG made several policy changes to facilitate trade, while other policies continue to cause problems. The Ministry of Agriculture (MAGA) rescinded plant-by-plant inspections of non-processed seafood, and animal products to Guatemala. A Central America Technical Regulation on food additives continues to create import delays, while the Ministry of Health accepts an AMS Sanitary Certificate for dairy product registration, dropping the Certificate of Free Sale requirement for each commercial shipment. click here
21 Dec 2016 Ghana Ghana : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In this year’s FAIRS Report, Post is providing information on the regulations and procedures for the importation of food and agricultural products to Ghana. The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and regulations as well as to promote public health throughout the country. click here
21 Dec 2016 Japan Japan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. For more information on import requirements, see Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report of December 2016. click here
21 Dec 2016 Chile Chile : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report updates import certification requirements that companies need to export their agricultural products to Chile. Since the last FAIRs Export Certificate report was issued by FAS/Santiago in 2015, Chile granted access for U.S. breeding swine. Please refer to the Live Animals section for an update on those certification requirements. click here
21 Dec 2016 South Africa South Africa : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All the sections of the Report have been updated based on recent regulation amendments, updated website links and to comply with the reporting instructions click here
21 Dec 2016 Japan Canada : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Export Certification The report identifies export certificates issued by U.S. government authorities to comply with Canadian import standards and regulations or to attest those products subject to U.S. government regulation. This report serves as a supplement to the Food and Agricultural Importation Regulation Narrative Report (FAIRS/CA16058). click here
21 Dec 2016 Nicaragua Nicaragua : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. click here
21 Dec 2016 Nicaragua Nicaragua : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists Nicaragua import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feed stuffs and food products for human consumption. click here
21 Dec 2016 New Zealand New Zealand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules for plant and animal products but also imports large volumes of food and beverage products. This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. All sections of this report have been reviewed and updated to reflect current laws and regulations. On March 1, 2016, a reorganized version of the New Zealand Food Standards Code came into effect and links throughout this report have been updated to reflect this change. click here
21 Dec 2016 United Kingdom United Kingdom : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is intended to supplement the European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report with UK-specific information. The UK FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the United Kingdom. click here
21 Dec 2016 Czech Republic Czech Republic : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report prepared by USEU Brussels available at http://gain.fas.usda.gov. click here
20 Dec 2016 Costa Rica Costa Rica : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Costa Rica’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Costa Rican legislation dealing with food and agricultural imports has undergone some change over the last few years. click here
20 Dec 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Exporter Guide The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published in India’s official gazette a draft regulation which proposes to adopt 46 food additive standards previously issued by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution’s Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). click here
20 Dec 2016 Brazil Brazil : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Brazil’s import requirements for foreign export certificates. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. click here
20 Dec 2016 Lithuania Lithuania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Report Sections updated: All sections were updated. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report for EU-28, prepared by the US Mission to the EU in Brussels should be reviewed in conjunction with this report. click here
20 Dec 2016 Thailand Thailand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand, including 57 processed and unprocessed food items, other prepackaged processed food, fruit and vegetables, live animals, boneless beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, hides and skins, distillers dried grains, and live animals. click here
19 Dec 2016 Egypt Arab Republic Egypt : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is updated to include updates Egypt’s new import procedures for corn, soybeans, and wheat, which will come into force on January 1, 2017. Under decree 2992/2016, issued by the Egyptian Prime Minister, the Ministry of Trade and Industry’s (MTI) General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC) will be the only authorized government agency responsible for the inspection of corn, soybeans, and wheat at ports of origin. click here
19 Dec 2016 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides an overview of the health and quarantine certificates needed for exporting food and agricultural products to Vietnam. Minor updates have been made to Section I.2 for animal and animal products; Section I.3 for meat and meat products; Section I.4 for aquatic animals and products thereof; and Section I.5 for irradiated plant products. No other changes have been made from the previous report. click here
19 Dec 2016 Belgium Belgium-Luxembourg : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU (GAIN report E16060). This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where Belgium varies. click here
16 Dec 2016 Bulgaria Bulgaria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Bulgaria, a member of the European Union (EU) since 2007, follows all EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of BU1603 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Bulgaria, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation click here
16 Dec 2016 Ecuador Ecuador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. The major changes from the previous 2015 report are related to the Sanitary Notification formerly known as the Sanitary Registration. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided by FAS Quito throughout this updated report. click here
16 Dec 2016 Kenya Kenya : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report compliments the FAIRS Country Report, and provides information on certificates that are required by the Government of Kenya (GOK) to export food and agricultural products into Kenya. GOK has put in place the Kenya TradeNet System, an online single window for exporters and importers to electronically submit and receive approvals from all the regulatory agencies that are involved in international trade, and is linked to the banking system for payments. click here
15 Dec 2016 Singapore Singapore : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative. click here
15 Dec 2016 Serbia Serbia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection and the relevant U.S. authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). click here
15 Dec 2016 Singapore Singapore : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report provides information on export certificates that the Singapore government requires. The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. click here
15 Dec 2016 Philippines Philippines : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients, and other relevant information. click here
15 Dec 2016 Romania Romania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated information on the agriculture and food legislation in Romania. In 2016 new rules in regards to meat and milk labelling, frozen foods, packaging waste management and food waste reduction were adopted. The report should be read in conjunction with the comprehensive FAS USEU European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report. click here
14 Dec 2016 Serbia Serbia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. click here
14 Dec 2016 Hong Kong Hong Kong : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updates to the report include new certification requirements for imported shell eggs and pasteurized, liquid and powdered egg products, new nutrition labelling requirements for follow-up formula and prepackaged food for infants and young children, and heightened awareness of Hong Kong’s utilization of the Codex standard for ractopamine residues of 10 ppb in beef products. click here
14 Dec 2016 El Salvador El Salvador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated Sections: Section I. Food Laws, Section II. Labeling Requirements, VI. Other Regulations and Requirements, VII. Other Specific Standards, IX. Import Procedures and Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts click here
14 Dec 2016 Ecuador Ecuador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and identifying the relevant local agencies with oversight over these issues. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. This report supplements the FAS Quito Food and Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) 2016 report. click here
14 Dec 2016 Pakistan Pakistan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Pakistan requires a variety of export certifications for imported food and agricultural products. This report lists certificates required by Pakistani government agencies for U.S. products exported to Pakistan. click here
14 Dec 2016 Pakistan Pakistan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. Compared to the previous report released in 2015, section I and V111 has been modified. All imports into Pakistan are governed by the Import Policy Order issued by the Ministry of Commerce. click here
13 Dec 2016 Indonesia Indonesia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture published regulation 55/2016 on Food Safety Controls for the Importation of Fresh Foods of Plant Origin (FFPO) on November 18, 2016. The new regulation revises import procedures for FFPO products, but does not appear to have significant implications for U.S. FFPO exports to Indonesia. click here
12 Dec 2016 Australia Australia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other documentation required by the Government of Australia for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. Australia’s import requirements for food and agricultural products are complex and change frequently click here
12 Dec 2016 Hong Kong Hong Kong : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the certificates required by the Hong Kong government (HKG) for U.S. exports to Hong Kong. Certificate samples for various product categories are included in the appendix. click here
07 Dec 2016 Spain Spain : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and it follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1530 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
06 Dec 2016 Ukraine Ukraine : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative There have been significant changes affecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitary regulations since the submission of the last report. In 2015-16, Ukraine deregulated some food safety import procedures and significantly modified its food safety legislation, introducing HACCP principles. Ukraine also introduced new international certificate requirements for food products and reinforced its legislation related to the approval of foreign exporting facilities. click here
02 Dec 2016 Mexico Mexico : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides the latest information on export certificates issued by US government agencies, to comply with Mexican import standards and regulations or to attest that the corresponding agricultural and food products are subject to U.S. regulation. Minor modifications and comments have been added in section II to reflect updates from the Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) and Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). At the time of this report, USDA and the Mexican Secretariat of Agriculture maintain working groups to achieve full implementation of electronic certificates. click here
22 Nov 2016 Belgium Belgium : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Exporters shipping whey protein food supplements to the EU should be aware that EU Importing Countries’ Inspectors at EU Border Inspection Posts (BIPs) will check if the consignment is shipped with certification and labeling conform with European Union requirements. This report provides guides exporters through the requirements. click here
22 Nov 2016 Taiwan Taiwan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) requires all packages of food grade dairy powder products that are over 10 kilograms in weight to be labeled as “food grade” or “for human consumption.” Shipments of packages not containing such statements may be rejected at port if the importer cannot produce documentation verifying the products are fit for human consumption. click here
22 Nov 2016 Germany Germany : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Germany as part of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to German national regulations. click here
18 Nov 2016 Malaysia Malaysia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification There are no significant changes to report from the previous submission click here
17 Nov 2016 Austria Austria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report covers only specific export certificate requirements by Austria, which are different from EU requirements. click here
16 Nov 2016 Malaysia Malaysia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This is an update to Post’s standing FAIRS report, with a few changes from last year including new regulations regarding alcoholic beverages; distilled dried grain with solubles (DDGSs) and Corn Gluten Meal (CGM) no longer needing phyto certs; and updated address for the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia where trademarks and brand names are registered. click here
31 Oct 2016 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies are included in this Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) - Certificates Report. These certificates are required for the importation of food and agricultural products into the Kingdom. This report includes the new required certification for exports of U.S. beef and veal to Saudi Arabia. click here
25 Oct 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India published its draft Regulation on new product approval procedures and notified them to the World Trade Organization (WTO). Comments are invited from the WTO member countries until December 16, 2016. click here
24 Oct 2016 Australia Australia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect public health and safety, to ensure plant and animal pests and diseases are not introduced, and to assist consumers. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. click here
17 Oct 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published new draft regulations relating to standards for fortified food products. The GOI is currently seeking comments from the World Trade Organization (WTO) member countries. The comment period for trading partners will be 60 days following WTO notification on its website (www.wto.org). click here
27 Sep 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Exporter Guide On September 20, 2016, the Food Safety and Standard Authority of India’s (FSSAI) invited comments on a draft notification pertaining to Food Business Operators (FBO) involved in the e-commerce sector. The draft notification specifies regulatory requirements pertaining to e-commerce FBOs. click here
27 Sep 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The following report updates GAIN IN6119 published on September 16, 2016, regarding the Modified Food Import Regulations. The earlier report notes in point (k) information applicable specifically to duty free shops. However, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has since deleted this clause from its website. click here
23 Sep 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the food licensing and registration systems (FLRS). click here
23 Sep 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India (GOI) notified to the World Trade Organization (WTO) a draft amendment to adopt 46 standards of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The comment period for trading partners expires on November 19, 2016. click here
16 Sep 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On September 2, 2016, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) modified its food import regulations. The updated food import regulation supersedes the food import regulations that were made operational on January 14, 2016. click here
09 Sep 2016 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides a summary and an unofficial translation of Circular 26/2016/TT-BNNPTNT dated June 30, 2016, of Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) which stipulates on the quarantine of aquatic animals and aquatic animal products. This Circular renews regulations for the quarantine of aquatic animals and aquatic animal products in accordance with the Animal Health Law which came into force on July 1, 2016. This Circular replaces Circular 06/2010/TT-BNNPTNT (issued in 2010) and other relevant regulations and took effect from August 15, 2016. click here
06 Sep 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The final amendment on standards and labeling for irradiated foods was published in the Official Gazette of India. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notes that the final amendment includes feedback from public comments received during the comment period on the draft regulations, which were earlier published on November 23, 2015. click here
31 Aug 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrativ On August 22, 2016, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) updated standards for proprietary food. These updated standards supersede the proprietary food standards that were made operational on January 13, 2016. click here
31 Aug 2016 Russia Russia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Russian Federation for food and agricultural imports. The following sections of this report have seen considerable revisions from the 2015 FAIRS report: Section I: General Food Laws, Section V: Labeling Requirements, Section VI: Other Specific Standards, Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements, and Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements. click here
22 Aug 2016 Russia Russian : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Eurasian Economic Union and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
16 Aug 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) postponed the compliance date for maximum limits of trans fatty acid levels until February 27, 2017. click here
12 Aug 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On August 9, 2016, the Government of India’s (GOIs) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued new guidelines to modify its earlier guidelines dated March 23, 2012, on the labeling requirements for imported primary food packages click here
08 Aug 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On July 25, 2016, the Government of India’s (GOIs) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published notifications to amend the Food Products Standards and Packaging and Labeling Regulations, 2011. The amendments are specific to fatty acids, dietary fiber, packaging, and labeling related to plant sterols, isomaltulose, and high-fiber dextrin in various food products. click here
08 Aug 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified its new standards on ‘cereal and cereal products’ to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date listed on the WTO website (www.wto.org). click here
01 Aug 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) has launched its Single Window Interface for Facilitating Trade (SWIFT) system. This is a GOI initiative to speed up clearances for inbound consignments and to improve India’s ‘ease of doing business. click here
14 Jul 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a draft amendment relating to adoption of 46 Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for food additives. The GOI will accept comments from the World Trade Organization (WTO) trading partners for 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
14 Jul 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified its draft regulations relating to fats, oils, oats and pasta products to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners expires on August 12, 2016. click here
01 Jul 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On June 29, 2016, FSSAI invited comments on a draft notification related to additional additives/enzymes/processing aids for use in alcoholic beverages including alcohol free and low alcoholic counterparts and for non-carbonated water based beverages (non-alcoholic). The comment period is 30 days from date of notification. click here
27 Jun 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order that repeals the earlier clause on duty-free shops from the 2016 Food Import Regulations. The order states that duty-free shops would be outside the domain of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and its Regulations. click here
22 Jun 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published its comprehensive list of 11,000 food additives used in various food categories. The new document was prepared on the basis of comments received from various stakeholders. However, the final notification of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulation, 2016 remains pending click here
03 Jun 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order on May 30, 2016, to postpone the timeline for converting or renewing existing Food Business Operator (FBOs) licenses and registrations. The order postpones the previous deadline of May 4, 2016, to August 4, 2016 and clearly states that no further extensions will be granted to stakeholders. This most recent extension is the eighth consecutive extension granted by FSSAI. click here
19 May 2016 Spain Spain : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report only focuses on Spanish specific certification requirements when they differ or are additional to EU-harmonized certification. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the European Commission (USEU). click here
18 May 2016 France France : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative France is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in France that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. This report also provides contact information and technical reference materials for exporters of U.S. foods to France. click here
17 May 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified its revised draft standards for chocolates to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
11 Apr 2016 Turkey Turkey : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Government of Turkey (GOT) for exports of food and agricultural products. This report should be read in coordination with the Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards Report Narrative, which outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Turkey. It was prepared by the Office of the U.S. Foreign Agricultural Service in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. click here
05 Apr 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a notification order regarding enforcement measures for nutraceuticals, food supplements, and health supplements. click here
05 Apr 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order dated March 31, 2016, to clarify on the use of monosodium glutamate (MSG) as a seasoning in noodles and pasta. click here
29 Mar 2016 Indonesia Indonesia : Indonesia Modifies Import Regulations for Livestock Products Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade has updated its regulation on import licensing for animals and animal products. MOT regulation 5/2016 replaces MOT 41/2015 and 46/2013, aligning Ministry of Trade regulations with the most recent Ministry of Agriculture regulation on meat imports. Import rules remain mostly unchanged, although import permit validity is extended from three to four months. The regulation also lists beef cuts eligible for import. click here
16 Mar 2016 India India : FSSAI Invites Comments Related to Oats and Pasta Products India notified its new standards for oats and revised description for pasta products to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
02 Mar 2016 Peru India : Pre-Arrival Document Scrutiny in the Food Import Clearance System Effective February 2, 2016, the Government of India’s (GOI), Food Safety and Standards Authority of India implemented its new web portal-based Pre-Arrival Document Scrutiny (PADS) system for the clearance of food imports. click here
01 Mar 2016 South Africa South Africa : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This is the first FAIRS - Certification Report for South Africa. The report lists major certificates and permits required to export food and agricultural products to South Africa. It is recommended that this report be read with the FAIRS – Narrative Report (Click here to download the 2015 report) for a much more comprehensive understanding of the South African regulations and standards. click here
26 Feb 2016 India India : WTO Deadline for Comments on 2016 Food Import Regulations As previously reported in GAIN report IN6027, India notified its 2016 Food Import Regulations to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners, as listed on the WTO website (www.wto.org), expires on April 15, 2016 click here
18 Feb 2016 India India : 3 month Extension of Timeline to Obtain FSSAI Food Business Licenses The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order on February 9, 2016, to postpone the deadline for converting or renewing existing Food Business Operator (FBOs) licenses and registrations. The order postpones the previous deadline of February 4, 2016, to May 4, 2016. click here
18 Feb 2016 India India : GOI Invites Comments from WTO TBT Members on Food Import Regulations India notified its 2016 Food Import Regulations to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners expires 60 days beyond the notification date as listed on the WTO’s website (www.wto.org). click here
12 Feb 2016 Venezuela Venezuela : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela (GBRV) is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. Post updates only minor changes in this report. click here
11 Feb 2016 Netherland Netherlands : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an addendum to the EU FAIRS Report – E15051. The Netherlands, as a member of the European Union (EU), conforms to all EU regulations and directives. It was estimated in 2012 that around 98 percent of Dutch food legislation has been harmonized at the EU level. This report lists the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized with the EU or where the Netherlands varies with the EU standards. click here
10 Feb 2016 Argentina Argentina : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides overall information on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverages into Argentina. However, Post recommends U.S. suppliers interested in the Argentine market to contact local importers to find out about specific rules and regulations that may apply to particular products. click here
05 Feb 2016 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides a summary and an unofficial translation of Decree 9/2016/ND-CP dated January 28, 2016 of the Government of Vietnam (GVN) stipulating the fortification of micronutrients in food. This Decree enters into force on March 15, 2016. click here
02 Feb 2016 Tanzania Republic Tanzania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report updates import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products currently required by the Government of Tanzania. The report includes the regulations against which Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA) evaluates U.S exports to Tanzania, labelling and packaging requirements and import procedures. click here
02 Feb 2016 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On December 21, 2015, the Ministry of Health (MOH) issued Circular 52/2015/TT-BYT stipulating state inspection of food safety in respect to imported and exported food products under the management scope of MOH. This Circular is MOH’s new regulation to revise the methods of food safety inspection in order to comply with Vietnam’s Food Safety Law. This Circular replaces MOH’s Decision 23/2007/QD-BYT and takes effect on February 23, 2016. click here
30 Jan 2016 Honduras Honduras : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock (SAG), National Plant and Animal Health Service (SENASA), is the regulatory agency responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. The Secretariat of Health (MOH) has the General Directorate of Surveillance of the Health Normative Framework (DGVMN) as the responsible agency for the sanitary registration and inspection of processed food products at the retail and wholesale levels. click here
29 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative India notified its new standards for proprietary food to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and invited comments. The comment period for trading partners expires one month from the date it is notified on WTO website (www.wto.org). click here
29 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On January 14, 2016, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published the Food Import Regulations, 2016. FSSAI implemented these new regulations immediately upon publication. click here
25 Jan 2016 Guatemala Guatemala : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On November 6, 2015, the Guatemalan Ministry of Health and Social Assistance published Ministerial Decree 196-2015, which eliminated the extraordinary requirement of Guatemalan consulate verification on the Certificate of Free Sale for processed food products registration. click here
25 Jan 2016 Germany Germany : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-28 are summarized in the EU 28 FAIRS report. click here
24 Jan 2016 Korea Republic Korea : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification On November 19, 2015, Korea lifted the import ban on poultry and poultry meat products that had been imposed in December 2014 due to the outbreak of HPAI. To reflect changes made in the revised import health requirements, FSIS Form 9305-2A for fresh and frozen poultry products has been revised and FSIS Form 9305-2B has been created for heat treated poultry meat products. click here
23 Jan 2016 Czech Republic Czech Republic : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report number E14005 prepared by USEU Brussels. click here
22 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On December 23, 2015, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published an interim order to immediately implement updated draft standards of food additives. These standards are in addition to the provisions under Regulation 3.1 of the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulation, 2011. click here
20 Jan 2016 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : MOH issues the List of Micronutrients allowed to be added to food This report provides a summary and an unofficial translation of the Circular 44/2015/TT-BYT of the Ministry of Health (MOH) dated November 30, 2015 promulgating the List of micronutrients allowed to be used for food products. This Circular will take effect from March 1, 2016. click here
19 Jan 2016 Bulgaria Bulgaria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Bulgaria, a member of the European Union (EU) since 2007, follows all EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of BU1364 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Bulgaria, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the GAIN report E15051 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards for the EU. click here
14 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On January 4, 2016, India notified its draft regulations to the World Trade Organization (WTO). The draft amendments relate to standards for malt and malt based foods as proposed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The trading partner comment period deadline is March 4, 2016. click here
14 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On January 4, 2016, India notified a draft regulation related to microbiological standards for fish and fish products to the World Trade Organization (WTO). The comment period for trading partners expires on March 4, 2016. click here
13 Jan 2016 Malaysia Malaysia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This is an update to Post’s Standing FAIRS Export Certificate report. No significant changes to report from the previous submission. click here
12 Jan 2016 Costa Rica Costa Rica : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Costa Rica’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Most sections of the report have been updated and hyperlinks for relevant regulatory agencies and regulations have been provided throughout the report. click here
11 Jan 2016 India India : Indian Food and Agricultural Trade Show Calendar 2016 This report provides a list of food, beverage and agricultural shows held in India. The Indian trade show industry holds a large number of shows dedicated to the various aspects of the food and agricultural industry. Indian ag, fishery, and forestry imports and exports in 2014 were, respectively $25 billion and $43 billion. click here
11 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Throughout calendar year 2015, the Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued multiple final and draft amendments related to food additive and standards, contaminants and toxins, and labeling and packaging regulations. The Ministry of Agriculture also issued final health certificates for pork and pork products, bovine frozen semen, in vivo bovine embryos and live bovines. click here
11 Jan 2016 Australia Australia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on export certificate requirements for a representative sample of products that have been identified as having excellent prospects in the Australian market. The information required to import into Australia is complex and changes frequently. It is therefore not possible to provide comprehensive information for every product in this report. click here
11 Jan 2016 Brazil Brazil : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Brazil, including import procedures. Changes in 2015 include mandatory allergen labeling and less burdensome registration requirements for many products. click here
11 Jan 2016 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification In CY 2015, the Ministry of Health continued to amend its Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011, from time to time related to food safety, labeling and packaging of imported products. Additionally, the Ministry of Agriculture published (a) final health certificate for pork and pork products; bovine frozen semen, in vivo bovine embryos and live bovines and (b) proposal on phytosanitary requirements for the import of hay from the United States. click here
07 Jan 2016 France France : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative France is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in France that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. This report also provides contact information and technical reference materials for exporters of U.S. foods to France. click here
06 Jan 2016 Mexico Mexico : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report highlights changes made to various laws and norms published during 2015. Mexican regulations mentioned remain the same unless otherwise noted. click here
05 Jan 2016 Kenya Kenya : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report updates technical import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products currently required by the Government of Kenya (GOK). The report incorporates the new requirement for pre-export verification of conformity of all imported products, the centralization of issuance of the new Import Standardization Mark (ISM) by Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), and updates contact details of key agencies. click here
05 Jan 2016 Ghana Ghana : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was updated December 7, 2015 and the areas updated are: Section II. Labeling Requirements were updated as indicated in the FDA Guidelines for the labeling of Pre-Packaged Foods. click here
05 Jan 2016 Kenya Kenya : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report compliments the FAIRS Country Report, and updates on certificates that are required by the Government of Kenya (GOK) to export food and agricultural products into Kenya. GOK has implemented the Kenya TradeNet System that provides a single point for importers and exporters to electronically submit and receive approvals from all the regulatory agencies that are involved in international trade, and is linked to the banking system for payments. click here
31 Dec 2015 Italy Italy : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Italy as part of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to Italian national regulations. click here
31 Dec 2015 Morocco Morocco : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. Sections I, II, VI, VII, and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
31 Dec 2015 Singapore Singapore : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the what export certificates the Singapore government requires. The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA; www.ava.gov.sg) is the national authority responsible for ensuring food safety and food regulations in the country. While Singapore maintains a generally liberal and open trade system, the country has strict regulations on the imports of meats, poultry and shellfish. click here
31 Dec 2015 Panama Republic Panama : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The U.S-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA) entered into force on October 31, 2012. As a result of the U.S.-Panama SPS/TBT agreement, which is an integral part of the TPA according to article 22.1, Panama issued special regulations that apply to imports of food and feed products from the United States, which recognize the high standards and certificates of the U.S. regulatory and sanitary inspection system. click here
31 Dec 2015 Tunisia Tunisia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. Sections I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
31 Dec 2015 China P rp China : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Chinese government for imports of food and agricultural products. This year’s major changes include the implementation of China’s 2015 Food Safety Law, and slight revisions to the Catalogue of Products under Decree 145. In addition, beginning January 12, 2015, China banned the importation of all poultry and pet birds from the entire United States. Changes regarding certificate requirements remain minimal. click here
30 Dec 2015 Kazakhstan Kazakhstan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of the general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Republic of Kazakhstan click here
30 Dec 2015 Kazakhstan Kazakhstan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Kazakhstan. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Kazakhstan reforms its regulations to meet Customs Union (CU), Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
30 Dec 2015 China P rp China : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative FAIRS Country Report During 2015, on the backdrop of continuous food scandals and rising consumer concerns, Chinese food regulators continued the onerous task of regaining consumer’s trust by revamping China’s Food Safety Regime. Over the past two years, China has reviewed and issued thousands of new food safety and hygiene standards. Most notably, China’s 2015 Food Safety Law came into effect on October 1. In addition to specific implementing rules, a series of regulations, rules, and measures will be issued to carry out the provisions of the Law. click here
29 Dec 2015 Jordan Jordan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Jordan. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the government agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, health certificate, and certificate of origin are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. click here
29 Dec 2015 Greece Greece : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Greece as a member of the European Union follows the EU directives and regulations. The export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU market have been harmonized and can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: http://www.usda-eu.org/trade-with-the-eu/eu-import-rules/certification/fairs-export-certificate-report/. For non-harmonized products, the competent Greek authority should be consulted as many issues are addressed on a case-by-case basis. click here
29 Dec 2015 Serbia Serbia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection and the relevant US authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). In 2015, Serbia’s Veterinary Directorate officially recognized the United States as “negligible risk” for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) and removed many of the BSE-related restrictions on imports or the transit of U.S. animal origin products and live animals. click here
29 Dec 2015 Thailand Thailand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report includes an update of Section 2.8, pertaining to food additive labeling. Other minor changes have been made to this report including: additional list of pesticides under Type 4 hazardous substances (Section 5); specific import control on beef and beef products from BSE-affected countries (Section 6.6); specific import controls on pork meat (Section 6.7); Specific Import Control on Fruits and Vegetables (Section 6.9), and alcohol beverage labeling (Section 7.2). click here
29 Dec 2015 Greece Greece : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Greece and gives an overview of Greek food laws in the EU context. Information on the EU requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: click here
29 Dec 2015 Jordan Jordan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative Jordan has implemented a new food law that will consolidate inspection to the Jordan Food and Drug Administration. The regulation updates are expected to be finalized within two years. click here
29 Dec 2015 Serbia Serbia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. In 2015, Serbia adopted two new laws (The Law on Forests and the Law on Strong Alcoholic Beverages) and approximately fifty by-laws that include rulebooks and ordinances. The contact lists, including relevant government agencies, have also been updated. click here
29 Dec 2015 Lithuania Lithuania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Report Sections updated: All sections were updated. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report for EU-28, prepared by the US Mission to the EU in Brussels should be reviewed in conjunction with this report. click here
28 Dec 2015 El Salvador El Salvador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: Section I. List of all Export Certificates Required by Government and Section II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate (s). click here
28 Dec 2015 Romania Romania: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated information on the agricultural and food legislation in Romania. The report should be read in conjunction with the comprehensive FAS USEU European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report. click here
24 Dec 2015 EU-28 EU-28 : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This guide provides an overview of export health certificates needed for exporting plants, animals, foods and other animal origin products to the European Union. U.S. regulatory agencies have been informed of the wide range of certificates changes that have occurred in the past months and have updated their export manuals to reflect those changes. Sections updated: All sections. click here
23 Dec 2015 Poland Poland : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Poland as a member of the European Union applies EU directives and regulations to agricultural imports with only few exceptions. U.S. suppliers should verify with the respective AMS, FDA, FSIS or APHIS Inspection offices and importer for the most current EU/Poland import requirements prior to export. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels should be consulted simultaneously with this report. click here
23 Dec 2015 Belgium Belgium : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU, GAIN 15051. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where Belgium varies. click here
23 Dec 2015 Nicaragua Nicaragua : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. click here
22 Dec 2015 Chile Chile : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Since the last Export Certificate report was issued by FAS/Santiago in 2014, Chile has granted access for the following products from the United States: live cattle, bovine embryos, and horses returning after temporary stay in the United States, porcine semen and fresh pork meat. Samples of the new certifications can be found in the appendix. click here
22 Dec 2015 Canada Canada : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report identifies export certificates issued by U.S. government authorities to comply with Canadian import standards and regulations or to attest that the product is subject to U.S. government regulation. This report serves as a supplement to the Food and Agricultural Importation Regulation Narrative Report (FAIRS/CA15117). click here
21 Dec 2015 Russia Russian Federation : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo changes as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Customs Union, Eurasian Economic Union and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
21 Dec 2015 Czech Republic Czech Republic : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative. click here
18 Dec 2015 Indonesia Indonesia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Government of Indonesia (GOI) from U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
18 Dec 2015 Ukraine Ukraine : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative There have been significant changes affecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitary regulations since the submission of the last report. In 2015, Ukraine deregulated some food safety import procedures and significantly modified its food safety legislation introducing HACCP principles. Ukraine also introduced new international certificate requirements for food products and reinforced its legislation related to the approval of foreign exporting facilities. click here
18 Dec 2015 United Kingdom United Kingdom : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is intended to supplement the European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report with UK-specific information. The UK FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the United Kingdom. click here
17 Dec 2015 Peru Peru : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports and it updates the 2014 FAIRS Country Report’s Section I (General Food Laws and Sanitary Supervisory Agencies), Section V (Labeling Requirements), and Appendix I (Government Regulatory Agency Contacts). Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents are provided throughout. click here
16 Dec 2015 Russia Russian : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements imposed by the Russian Federation for food and agricultural imports. The following sections of this report have seen considerable revisions from the 2014 FAIRS report: Section I: General Food Laws, Section III: Pesticide and Other Contaminants, Section V: Labeling Requirements, Section VII: Facility and Product Registration Requirements, and Section VIII: Other Certification and Testing Requirements. click here
16 Dec 2015 Nicaragua Nicaragua : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists Nicaragua import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feed stuffs and food products for human consumption. click here
16 Dec 2015 Austria Austria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Austria. Austria as a member of the European Union follows the EU directives and regulations. It is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards. click here
16 Dec 2015 Mexico Mexico :Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report updates information on export certificates issued by US government agencies, to comply with Mexican import standards and regulations or to attest that the corresponding agricultural products are subject to U.S. regulation. Small changes and comments have been added to egg product certification in sections I, II and III to reflect Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) and Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) new information. click here
15 Dec 2015 South Africa South Africa : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative All the sections of the Report except sections VIII (Import Procedures) and Section IX (Other Certification and testing requirements) have been updated based on recent regulation amendments and to provide feedback on the amendments published in 2014. click here
14 Dec 2015 Costa Rica Costa Rica : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica. This report supplements Costa Rica’s Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) 2015 report click here
14 Dec 2015 China P rp China : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Subject Report China is in the process of implementing a revised regulatory and registration system for imported feed and feed additives. Under this system, companies need to complete the following three steps before they can export feed ingredients or additives to China: 1) obtain an import registration license from the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA), 2) apply for market access with the General Administration for Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ), and 3) have their manufacturing facility be registered by AQSIQ. This process can include an audit, which China requires the exporter to pay for. click here
10 Dec 2015 Hungary Hungary : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Hungary as part of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The U.S. export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to Hungarian national regulations. click here
10 Dec 2015 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report outlines Trinidad and Tobago’s (TT) certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select Export Certificates. To avoid costly customs clearance delays, it is recommended that U.S. suppliers have their TT buyer verify compliance with all certification requirements prior to shipping new-to-market products. A list of the relevant TT authorities is provided in this report. click here
09 Dec 2015 Senegal Senegal : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report is a reissuance of the 2014 FAIRS export certificate report with no additional information. Senegal is a member of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). Since 2014 it has continued to authorize optional use of ePhyto, international standard for electronic transmission protocols and procedures for plant health certification, although it has been not fully implemented in most countries. click here
09 Dec 2015 Senegal Senegal : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental enforcement mechanisms and bodies. It includes references to the Codex Alimentarius system, as well as, guidance on import procedures and documentation. Since 2013, Senegal has not issued new food standards. All standards are available upon request to the Association Senegalaise de Normalisation (ASN). click here
07 Dec 2015 Egypt Arab Republic Egypt : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report lists and describes certificates that should accompany food and agricultural products to Egypt. It also includes the purpose of each certificate and the governmental agency responsible. In general, an original invoice, bill of lading, packing list, weighing list, health certificate, batch number certificate, certificate of origin, and insurance certificate are required to accompany any shipment. An export certificate matrix is included in this report. click here
07 Dec 2015 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative While most U.S. food products readily enter Trinidad and Tobago (TT), consideration for an import license, health certification, product labeling and other documentation for select products must be observed in order to avoid costly customs clearance delays. U.S. suppliers should be aware that port of entry scrutiny can be intense on new-to-market players as well as new-to-market food products until a track record of compliance can be established. To avoid import hiccups, it is recommended that U.S. suppliers have their TT buyer verify compliance with all import requirements prior to shipping new-to-market products. A list of the relevant TT authorities is provided in this report click here
04 Dec 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) amended the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, related to the list of food additives covered under Table 1 of Appendix A. click here
01 Dec 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) amended the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, related to the list of food additives covered under Appendix A. click here
01 Dec 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) amended the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011, related to the presence of naturally occurring toxic substances (NOTS) in some foods and beverages. click here
01 Dec 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) amended the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011, to include pullulan as a food additive. click here
01 Dec 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) amended the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins and Residues) Regulations, 2011, to update standards for various food contaminants. click here
23 Nov 2015 Ecuador Ecuador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents have been provided throughout this updated report. click here
18 Nov 2015 Ukraine Ukraine : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification One new veterinary certificate was negotiated in 2015: the certificate for breeding cattle. The beef and beef products certificate was updated to include meat from animals of all ages. A broad range of products are covered in the report, and includes certificate requirements for products that have no bilaterally negotiated export conditions. The report contains the Export Certificate Matrix compiled and updated by FAS Kyiv. click here
16 Nov 2015 Ecuador Ecuador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and identifying the relevant local agencies with oversight over these issues. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. This report supplements the FAS Quito Food and Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) 2015 report. click here
12 Nov 2015 Peru Peru : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for foreign export certificates, highlighting current procedures and relevant oversight agencies. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. This report supplements the 2015 Food and Agricultural Import Regulation (FAIRS) Report. click here
10 Nov 2015 Bulgaria Bulgaria : New Regulation on Food and Drinks for Institutions A new Ministry of Agriculture and Food regulation on supply of food and drinks to children at kindergartens, schools and other institutions hosting children was published in early November. The regulation introduces stringent requirements to food and drinks consumed or sold at these institutions and mandatory supply of dairy and meat products produced in compliance with the Bulgarian government standards. This is estimated to lead to an advantaged market position for some food manufacturers and to limit consumption of imported products even if they are “healthy”. click here
10 Nov 2015 Croatia Croatia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. This annual report was updated in November 2015. click here
09 Nov 2015 Chile Chile : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On June 26, 2015, the Ministry of Health published in the Official Gazette the new regulation for the Nutritional Labeling of Food. The final decree requires, among other things, a label (or labels) on the front of prepackaged food and beverages, in the shape of a stop sign if the item exceeds certain thresholds for saturated fat, calories, sugar, and sodium. One label will be required for each nutrient that exceeds the threshold. Therefore, one product could bear up to four labels covering anywhere from 18 to 42 percent of the package face. click here
09 Nov 2015 Croatia Croatia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. Thus, it is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards report for the European Union (EU-28 FAIRS). Important points of contact for US food exporters are listed in the Appendices. All sections of this annual report were updated in November 2015. click here
09 Nov 2015 Australia Australia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Australia is a major producer of raw materials and processed foods but imports a growing volume of food and beverages. All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect public health and safety, to ensure plant and animal pests and diseases are not introduced, and to assist consumers. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. The information contained in this report deals with both public health and quarantine requirements for foods imported into Australia. All imported food must first comply with quarantine and imported food requirements and then with food safety requirements. click here
02 Nov 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On October 23, 2015, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published draft Alcoholic Beverages Standards. Domestic stakeholders have been invited to comment on these draft standards. The same draft standards were re-published on October 29, 2015, with comments invited by WTO members. click here
29 Oct 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On October 13, 2015, the Government of India’s Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) re-published the Draft Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2015 (FSSR, 2015) relating to the harmonization of standards for food additives for use in certain food categories or individual food items. According to official contacts, domestic stakeholders, including international stakeholders that have offices in India, are only invited to comment on these draft standards. The deadline for comments is December 13, 2015. click here
27 Oct 2015 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides an overview of the food laws and regulations currently in force in Vietnam. All sections are updated as Vietnam has issued the Law on Food Safety in 2010 and is in the process of modernizing the regulation system for food safety. click here
26 Oct 2015 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides an overview of the health and quarantine certificates needed for exporting food and agricultural products to Vietnam. It should be noted that the Vietnamese Ministry of Health (MOH) is preparing a draft circular on the state inspection regulation of imported food under MOH management which may change some aspects of the documentation requirements for food under MOH management. This draft was notified to the World Trade Organization as G/SPS/N/VNM/69 on July 2, 2015. click here
22 Oct 2015 El Salvador El Salvador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Review of El Salvador’s Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards. Updated Sections: Section I. Food Laws, Section II. Labeling Requirements, VI. Other Regulations and Requirements, VII. Other Specific Standards, IX. Import Procedures and Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
20 Oct 2015 Austria Austria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report covers only specific export certificate requirements by Austria, which are different from EU requirements. click here
13 Oct 2015 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This FAIRS Certificates Report lists major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies for the importation of food and agricultural products into the Kingdom. In 2015, Saudi Arabia’s regulatory authorities continued its strict implementation of food import regulations and standards which have affected the flow of some U.S. food products exports to the Kingdom. The strict enforcement of import regulations included a ban on using unsubstantiated health benefits claims on the labels of prepackaged food products, a ban on poultry and egg product exports from U.S. states that have confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and a continued Saudi import ban on U.S. beef that was imposed in May 2012. click here
08 Oct 2015 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In 2015, Saudi Arabia’s regulatory authorities continued to strictly enforce their food import regulations and standards which have affected the flow of some U.S. food exports to the Kingdom. The strict enforcement of import regulations included a ban on the use of unsubstantiated claim of health benefits on food products’ labels; a ban on poultry and egg product exports from several U.S. states that have confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI); and a continued import ban on U.S. beef imposed in May 2012. The FAIRS Country Report contains an update of Saudi Arabia’s regulatory requirements and Customs clearance procedures for importing food and agricultural products into the Saudi market. click here
05 Oct 2015 Spain Spain : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and it follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1431 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. Updates of the information provided are also available in the USEU/FAS website www.usda-eu.org. click here
01 Oct 2015 Morocco Morocco : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides an update of the list of certificates required to export U.S. food and agricultural products to Morocco. In 2011, the Moroccan food safety authority, Office National de Sécurité Sanitaire des Produits Alimentaires (ONSSA) issued new import requirements for dairy products, hides, skins, pet food, feed additives, and honey, and the import certificates for these products are still under discussion with USDA. Sections I, II, VI, VII, and the appendix have all been updated. click here
17 Aug 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order dated August 11, 2015 (posted on FSSAI’s website August 13), for compliance with its labeling requirements for printed logos and license numbers on packaged foodstuffs. The order postpones the previously issued July 1, 2015, deadline to December 31, 2015. click here
12 Aug 2015 Hong Kong Hong Kong : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification U.S. egg products, including shell eggs, powdered and liquid egg products, will be required to have a health certificate for export to Hong Kong effective December 5, 2015. The U.S. and the Hong Kong government are still working on the attestations on the health certificates. click here
11 Aug 2015 Hong Kong Hong Kong : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updates include pending legislation to require mandatory certification for imported shell eggs and pasteurized, liquid and powdered egg products (as of December 5, 2015), to impose regulatory controls on claims on infant formulas and foods and to strengthen regulation of the production and supply of edible fats and oils. click here
29 Jul 2015 Germany Germany: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Germany as part of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to German national regulations. click here
27 Jul 2015 India India :Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Amendment Regulations, 2015 relating to food additives. click here
27 Jul 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Government of India’s (GOI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published new draft regulations for food or health supplements, nutraceuticals, foods for special dietary uses, foods for special medical purpose, functional foods and novel food. The GOI is currently seeking comments from the World Trade Organization (WTO) – Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) member countries. The deadline for the comments is September 23, 2015. click here
26 Jun 2015 Chile Chile: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Ministry of Health published on June 26, 2015 the implementing regulation to Law 20606 that regulates the labeling of the nutritional compositions of food products, Decree 13, 2015. The Decree aims at targeting food product that are intended for consumption by children under 14 years of age if they exceed specified limits of sodium, sugar, energy (calories) and saturated fats. click here
12 Jun 2015 Ethiopia Ethiopia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Ethiopia’s food safety regime is in the process of transitioning to become a more modern and effective system. The regulatory infrastructure has been put in place along with the supporting institutions to manage and set standards related to food safety, and plant and animal health. The capacity of these institutions is gradually expanding with outside support. This report discusses the regulatory requirements and standards that must be met in order to ship food and agricultural products to Ethiopia. click here
19 May 2015 Spain Spain : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - CertificationFood and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report only focuses on Spanish specific certification requirements when they differ or are additional to EU-harmonized certification. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the European Commission (USEU). click here
13 Apr 2015 Luxembourg Luxembourg : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU, GAIN E14065. The report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where Belgium varies. For updates of the information provided in this report check the USEU/FAS website www.usda-eu.org. click here
13 Mar 2015 Netherland Netherlands : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU, GAIN E14065. The report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where the Netherlands varies. For updates of the information provided in this report check the USEU/FAS website www.usda-eu.org. click here
24 Feb 2015 Lithuania Lithuania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Report Sections updated: All sections were updated. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report for EU-28, prepared by the US Mission to the EU in Brussels should be reviewed in conjunction with this report. Since accession into the European Union Lithuania has modified national laws and brought food and agricultural regulations and standards into full concordance with EU regulations and standards. Internet links identified in this report are intended to Piotr Rucinski, Mira Kobuszynska, Agricultural Specialists, and Jolanta Figurska, Marketing Specialist Russ Nicely, Agricultural Attaché FAIRS Country Report Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Lithuania 2/24/2015 Required Report - public distribution provide the reader direction to the basis of EU law, regulation, or standard to which Lithuania now defaults. Please work with your importer/buyer to ensure current requirements are met. click here
24 Feb 2015 Lithuania Lithuania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Certification Lithuania as a member of the European Union, applies EU regulatory requirements for import of products of animal or plant origin. The EU has harmonized export certification requirements for most products. The EU requires products be accompanied by a sanitary-phytosanitary certificate at port of arrival. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 FAIRS Export Certificate Report - 2014, the latest update at time of this submission. click here
17 Feb 2015 Turkey Turkey : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Turkey. It was prepared by the Office of the US Foreign Agricultural Service in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. It is highly recommended that U.S. exporters verify the full set of import requirements with their foreign customers, who are normally best equipped to research such matters with local authorities, before any goods are shipped. click here
05 Feb 2015 Honduras Honduras : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Honduran Government changed the name of the Sanitary Regulation Directorate (SRD) to the “General Directorate of Surveillance of the Health Normative Framework (DGVMN).” The National Plant and Animal Health Service (SENASA) modified its Quarantine Procedures Manual. The new Manual indicates that when a non-quarantine pest is found alive or dead, the quarantine treatment will not be applied. The modification saves importers time and money that would have been used on the treatment. click here
04 Feb 2015 Honduras Honduras : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock (SAG) has the National Plant and Animal Health Service (SENASA) as the main regulatory agency responsible for the inspection of all agricultural products that enter Honduras. The Secretariat of Health (MOH) has the General Directorate of Surveillance of the Health Normative Framework (DGVMN) as the responsible agency for the sanitary registration and inspection of processed food products at the retail and wholesale levels. The Certificates requested by SENASA and the DGVMN are described in the report. click here
30 Jan 2015 Germany Germany : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-28 are summarized in the EU 28 FAIRS report. click here
30 Jan 2015 United Kingdom United Kingdom : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is intended to supplement the European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report with UK-specific information. The UK FAIRS provides contact information for the competent authorities that are responsible for the import of animal products, plant products, forestry products, fishery products and general food products into the United Kingdom. In addition, this report has handy links to guidance on health certificates, licenses, import duty, food labeling, additives and packaging. All sections of this report were updated. click here
20 Jan 2015 Costa Rica Costa Rica : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated on 12/17/2014. Sections updated: Section I. Food Laws. Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
15 Jan 2015 Mexico Mexico : Grain and Feed Update Favorable weather conditions throughout Mexico’s crop producing regions have resulted in higher production expectations in marketing year (MY) 2014/15 for corn and rice. On the other hand, less area was planted to sorghum than initially expected in several Mexican states during the 2014 spring/summer crop cycle. The Post/New MY 2014/15 (January/December) dry beans production estimated has been revised slightly downward to 1.15 MMT based on updated information from official and private sources. No changes reported for wheat since last report (GAIN Report MX4073). click here
15 Jan 2015 Thailand Thailand : Weekly Rice Price Update TH5003. Export prices for most grades of rice are basically unchanged from the previous week except for fragrant rice. click here
15 Jan 2015 Korea Republic Korea - Republic of : Grain and Feed Update The United States won contracts totaling 60,067 MT (milled) of rice, worth $62 million, under the 2014 Minimum Market Access agreement. The U.S. share of 15 percent of the MMA represents only half of the previous year’s share due to higher prices caused by drought conditions in California. click here
05 Jan 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, was implemented in 2011, and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) undertook to harmonize food safety regulations with Codex Alimentarius. Multiple amendments to food safety, labeling and packaging regulations were published, as were new draft guidelines on labeling of imported products. Revised guidelines for trade in bovine germplasm and draft health certificates for imported bovine semen and embryos were issued. click here
02 Jan 2015 Ukraine Ukraine : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative There have been some changes affecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitary regulations since the submission of the last report. In 2014, Ukraine canceled import permits for products of animal origin and feed. Ukraine significantly modified its internal food safety legislation introducing HACCP principles. Ukraine also recognized equivalency of the EU’s food safety system. A new mega-regulator – the State Service on Safety of Foodstuffs and Consumer Protection was created. click here
02 Jan 2015 India India : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification India requires a variety of export certifications for imported food and agricultural products. Throughout calendar year 2014, the Ministry of Health continued to more fully implement and enforce its Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011. Additionally, the Ministry of Agriculture published two draft health certificates for imported bovine semen and embryos. click here
31 Dec 2014 El Salvador El Salvador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: Section I. List of all Export Certificates Required by Government and Section II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate (s). click here
31 Dec 2014 Korea Republic Korea - Republic of : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The United States has an organic equivalency arrangement with Korea for processed organic products that took effect July 1, 2014. So long as terms of the arrangements are met, U.S. organic products certified by USDA/AMS/NOP accredited certifying agents to the USDA National Organic Program may be sold as organic in Korea. As for non-processed organic products, they must continue to be certified by Korea’s accredited certifying agents to the Korean organic standards to be sold as organic in Korea. click here
31 Dec 2014 Guatemala Guatemala : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides a detailed explanation of the export certificates that the Government of Guatemala requires for U.S. food and agricultural products to be imported. It contains links to official sites where specific inquiries can be made and responded to (for example, microbiological criteria). It also provides a matrix of certificates required for certain processed products, which have requirements from both the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Health. click here
31 Dec 2014 New Zealand New Zealand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. The sections on labeling requirements, copyright and trademark laws have been updated since the last report. click here
31 Dec 2014 South Africa South Africa : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All the sections of the Report have been updated to comply with the current 2014 reporting instructions as the last FAIRS report for South Africa was done in 2011. click here
31 Dec 2014 Korea Republic Korea - Republic of : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections Updated: Section I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII and Appendix I, II. The updates include the U.S.-Korea equivalency arrangement on processed organic products, addition of aflatoxin and some contaminant standards to Section V, updates on import testing of unapproved biotech events, etc. click here
31 Dec 2014 Serbia Serbia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection and the relevant US authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). In 2014, APHIS and the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection continued to work on finalizing a Veterinary Health Certificate for Treated Hides and Skins, a Veterinary Health Certificate for Canned Pet Food and other Processed Pet Food, a Veterinary Certificate for Feed Containing and not Containing Feedstuffs of Animal Origin, a Veterinary Health Certificate for Horses (registered equidae for breeding and production), a Veterinary Health Certificate for Beef and Beef Products, a Veterinary Health Certificate for Aquaculture animals for farming and a Veterinary Health Certificate for Treated Game Trophies and other Preparations of Birds and Ungulates. click here
31 Dec 2014 Guatemala Guatemala : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Guatemala accepts all U.S. official certifications issued for agricultural fresh and processed food products. For processed food products (other than meats), a Certificate of Free Sales is required. If the Certificate of Free Sales is used to register a new product or update an existing registration (every 5 years), the Certificate of Free Sales needs to be signed and sealed at any Guatemalan Consulate or Embassy in the U.S. Guatemala does not allow for re-export of seafood from non-U.S. origin, unless a Guatemalan inspection visit to the exporting facility has occurred. click here
31 Dec 2014 El Salvador El Salvador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Review of El Salvador’s Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards (2012-2014). Updated Sections: Section I. Food Laws, Section II. Labeling Requirements, VI. Other Regulations and Requirements, and Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
31 Dec 2014 New Zealand New Zealand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. The sections on food laws, copyright and trademarks laws have been updated since the last report click here
30 Dec 2014 Indonesia Indonesia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Government of Indonesia (GOI) from U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
30 Dec 2014 Thailand Thailand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report includes an update of Section 2.1, pertaining to standard labeling. Other minor changes have been made to this report including: requirements of good manufacturing practices of low acid and acidified foods in sealed containers (Section 1.3.1 G); specific import control on beef and beef products from BSE-affected countries (Section 6.6); and specific import controls on pork meat (Section 6.7). click here
30 Dec 2014 Hong Kong Hong Kong : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative U.S. beef cuts and offal products attained full market access to Hong Kong on June 17th, 2014. New requirements for nutritional composition of infant formula and labeling on infant formula will come into effect on December 13th, 2015. For follow-up formula and pre-packaged food for children under 36 months of age, new nutritional labeling requirements will apply as of June 13, 2016. click here
30 Dec 2014 Argentina Argentina : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides overall information on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverages into Argentina. However, Post recommends U.S. suppliers interested in the Argentine market to contact local importers to find out about specific rules and regulations that may apply to particular products. Currently, Argentina has limited potential for imports of agricultural products, and unexpected changes in import procedures may require additional efforts to ensure that export operations are feasible. click here
30 Dec 2014 Egypt Arab Republic Egypt : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Egypt as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. The Minister of Agriculture announced recently that his ministry will take the lead in establishing a Food Safety Authority, which would consolidate Egypt’s disparate food safety system. Egypt’s food control systems and food control infrastructure consist of food laws and accompanying regulations and ministerial decrees, food inspection services, and laboratories for technical support. click here
30 Dec 2014 Hong Kong Hong Kong : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification A new beef letterhead certificate was implemented in June 2014 in accordance with full market access granted by Hong Kong to U.S. beef and beef products. During the past five years, the U.S. has exported neither bison nor ostrich meat to Hong Kong, thus, port requirements will be reviewed for any shipments in the future in the context of the animal disease situation and U.S. surveillance program. The HKG has shelved plans for mandatory certification for egg and seafood products. No other significant export certificate changes occurred since the previous report. click here
29 Dec 2014 Romania Romania : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated information on the agricultural and food legislation in Romania. The report should be read in conjunction with the comprehensive FAS USEU European Food & Agricultural Import Regulations (FAIRS) Report. click here
24 Dec 2014 Panama Republic Panama : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Panamanian consumers continue perceiving U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand of 14.8 % annually. The U.S-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement entered into force on October 31, 2012. In addition, the United States – Panama Agreement regarding certain sanitary and phytosanitary measures and technical standards affecting trade in agricultural products, is in force since December 20, 2006. This agreement established simplified requirements for the importation of U.S. food and feed products. Amendments to this Bilateral have facilitated U.S. beef, beef products and pet food exports. click here
24 Dec 2014 Poland Poland : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Poland as a member of the European Union applies EU directives and regulations to agricultural imports with only few exceptions. U.S. suppliers should verify with the respective AMS, FDA, FSIS or APHIS Inspection offices and importer for the most current EU/Poland import requirements prior to export. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels should be consulted simultaneously with this report. click here
24 Dec 2014 Poland Poland : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Poland as a member of the European Union applies EU directives and regulations to agricultural imports with only few exceptions. U.S. suppliers should verify with the respective AMS, FDA, FSIS or APHIS Inspection offices and importer for the most current EU/Poland import requirements prior to export. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report prepared by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels should be consulted simultaneously with this report. click here
22 Dec 2014 Pakistan Pakistan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. Compared to the previous report released in 2013, sections I, III, and VIII, and Appendix II have been modified. All imports into Pakistan are governed by the Import Policy Order issued by the Ministry of Commerce. The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority is the national standardization body. Pakistan’s food imports are regulated by the federal government and food safety standards are regulated by the provincial governments. Pakistan food laws cover 104 food items falling into nine broad categories. In situations where a product is not covered by existing regulations in Pakistan, officials typically adopt Codex guidelines. click here
22 Dec 2014 Japan Japan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections have been updated, and a new section (VII. Facility and Product Registration) has been added. click here
22 Dec 2014 Kenya Kenya : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report updates on the certificates required to export food and agricultural products into Kenya and complements the FAIRS Country Report. The Government of Kenya (GOK) is implementing a single window for import clearance under a new agency, the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KENTRADE). The system is now able to process export and import permits issued by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs), Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Services (KEPHIS) and the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS), and once fully operational will integrate 25 government agencies that are involved in import/export certification and clearance. click here
22 Dec 2014 Japan Japan : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. For more information on import requirements, see Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report of December 2014. click here
20 Dec 2014 Thailand Thailand : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand, including 57 processed and unprocessed food items, other prepackaged processed food, fruit and vegetables, live animals, boneless beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, hides and skins, distillers dried grains, and live animals. Change from previous report: the export certificate required for low acid and acidified foods packaged in hermetically sealed containers is added to this report. click here
19 Dec 2014 Ukraine Ukraine : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification One new veterinary certificate was negotiated during 2014: the certificate for live fish, invertebrate and other poikilothermic aquatic animals, their fertilized eggs, sperm, larvae intended for productive cultivation, breeding and other use. Additional information on U.S. catch certificate for seafood is provided herein. A broad range of products are covered in the report, which also contains certificate requirements for products that are not legally exportable to Ukraine or products for which market access negotiations are in progress. The report contains the Export Certificate Matrix compiled and updated by FAS Kyiv. click here
19 Dec 2014 Bulgaria Bulgaria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification No changes in required import certification and standards for food and agricultural products have occurred during 2014. Please, see GAIN Report - FAIRS Export Certificate Report 12/23/2013 for details. click here
19 Dec 2014 Mexico Mexico : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report highlights changes made to various laws and norms published during 2014. Mexican regulations mentioned remain the same unless otherwise noted. click here
19 Dec 2014 Ecuador Ecuador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. Hyperlinks to ministries, agencies, and legal documents have been provided throughout this updated report. click here
18 Dec 2014 Austria Austria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Austria. Austria as a member of the European Union follows the EU directives and regulations. It is recommended that this report be read in conjunction with the EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards. click here
18 Dec 2014 Serbia Serbia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. The report contains the updates on adoption of a new Agriculture and Rural Development Strategy for the period 2014-2024 and two important agriculture laws, Law on Pre- Harvest Financing of Agricultural Production and Law on the Protection and Sustainable Use of the Fishery Fund. Contacts and relevant government agencies in the Appendices have also been updated. click here
17 Dec 2014 Ecuador Ecuador : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Ecuador’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. Highlights current procedures and identifies the relevant agencies with oversight on these issues. An export certificate matrix and outline is included. This report serves as a supplement to FAS Quito’s Food and Agricultural Import Regulation Report (FAIRS) submitted in December 2014. click here
16 Dec 2014 Colombia Colombia : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food import standards and enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. The following sections were updated: SECTION III. PACKAGING AND CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS; SECTION VI. OTHER REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Product Registration, Health Certificates, Export Establishment Registration, Import Duties; SECTION VII. OTHER SPECIFIC STANDARDS: Food samples; SECTION VIII. COPYRIGHT AND/OR TRADEMARK LAWS: Protection of Property Rights and SECTION IX. IMPORT PROCEDURES click here
16 Dec 2014 Czech Republic Czech Republic : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report number E14005 prepared by USEU Brussels. click here
15 Dec 2014 Chile Chile : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Since the last Export Certificate report was issued by FAS/Santiago in 2013, a new protocol for equine was added for their temporary entrance into Chile, which was negotiated during 2014. The protocol and sample certificate can be found in the Appendix section of this report. In addition, the Certificate of Legal Origin for Fishery Products and Certificate for Lobsters, which are issued by NOAA can also be found in the appendix. click here
15 Dec 2014 Kenya Kenya : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides an update of technical import requirements and regulations for food and agricultural products currently required by the Government of Kenya (GOK). The report incorporates recent changes in the relevant agricultural sector statutes, the introduction of the rail development levy (RDL) on imports, the implementation of the Kenya National Electronic Single Window System (KNESWS) - a single international trade platform, and updates contact details for key agencies. Sections updated are I, II, III, IX, and VI, Appendices I and II. click here
15 Dec 2014 Brazil Brazil : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports into Brazil, including import procedures. There were no significant changes to Brazilian regulations within 2014, however, new significant requirements are expected to be implemented during 2015. click here
12 Dec 2014 Costa Rica Costa Rica : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification No significant changes have occurred over the last year in terms of export certification requirements for Costa Rica. click here
10 Dec 2014 Cuba Cuba, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Section(s) Updated: Sections I, VII, IX & Appendices I, II & III. The United Stat es allows for the export of agricultural products to Cuba in conformity with the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000. click here
10 Dec 2014 Senegal Senegal : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report is a reissuance of the 2013 FAIRS export certificate report with no additional certificates. Senegal, as member of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) has adopted the ePhyto, international standard for electronic transmission protocols and procedures for plant health certification, approved in April 2014 in Roma. Senegal extended the application of phytosanitary certificate to eleven national land borders to better monitor imported plant and plant products. This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Senegal (GOS) for processed food, animal products, live animals (cattle, pets, etc), plants, and products for animal consumption. click here
10 Dec 2014 Senegal Senegal : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of Senegal’s food and feed regulations and governmental enforcement mechanisms and bodies. It includes references to the Codex Alimentarius system, as well as, guidance on import procedures and documentation. In 2013, Senegal revised its food standards and issued new standards mainly related to the methods for conducting pysicochemical tests and fatty content. The standards are available upon request to the Association Senegalaise de Normalisation (ASN). click here
10 Dec 2014 Austria Austria : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report covers only specific export certificate requirements by Austria, which are different from EU requirements. click here
08 Dec 2014 Mexico Mexico : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies export certificates presently issued by the competent United States government agencies, to comply with Mexican import standards and regulations or to attest that the corresponding agricultural products are subject to U.S. regulation. There are no significant changes to certificate requirements since Post’s 2013 FAIRS report. However, the reader should keep in mind that at the time of revising this report: USDA agencies and Mexican officials continue to discuss how to fully implement electronic certificates, and APHIS has new nomenclature in the health certificate for live animals. click here
08 Dec 2014 Ecuador Ecuador : New Import Requirements for Processed Products - COMEX 019 Ecuador’s Foreign Trade Committee’s COMEX Resolution 019 (September 10, 2014) stipulates that processed food product imports receive prior Ministry of Agriculture authorization. Previously only Ministry of Health authorization was required. However, the Ministry of Agriculture’s AGROCALDAD (Ecuador’s sanitary/phyto-sanitary authority) has assured FAS Quito that this measure will not disrupt trade. With full implementation details still pending, importers of U.S. products may receive inconsistent information. click here
08 Dec 2014 Venezuela Venezuela : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. Post updates only minor changes in this report. click here
05 Dec 2014 Canada Canada : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies export certificates issued by U.S. government authorities to comply with Canadian import standards and regulations or to attest that the product is subject to U.S. government regulation. This report serves as a supplement to the Food and Agricultural Importation Regulation Report (FAIRS) submitted in December 2014. Updates, including some new hyperlinks and up to date contact information, were made to the report and additional electronic copies of certificates have been made available to U.S. exporters. click here
05 Dec 2014 Italy Italy : Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Italy as part of the European Community has implemented EU regulations for the import of products of animal and plant origin. The US export certification requirements for most products destined for the EU have been harmonized. The few products not yet harmonized are subject to Italian national regulations. For information on the export certifications for the EU market, please see the USEU Brussels report which can be found on their website: http://www.usda-eu.org/reports. click here
03 Dec 2014 Croatia Croatia, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import req uirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. click here
13 Nov 2014 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrativ e Section(s) Updated: Section V, VIII, and Appendices I, II & III" While most U.S. products are fully acceptable in Trinidad and Tobago (TT), special attention needs to be given to licensing, certification, labeling and documentation for select products in order to avoid costly customs clearance delays. click here
13 Nov 2014 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago: Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification U.S. Suppliers need to be mindful of certification requirements for agricultural products entering TT (TT) as port of entry scrutiny can be intense on new-to-market players as well as on new-to-market food products until a track record of compliance can be established. click here
21 Oct 2014 Indonesia Indonesia, Food and Agricultural Import Re gulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulation s on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). click here
20 Oct 2014 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This FAIRS Certificates Report lists major export certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and import control agencies for the importation of food and agricultural product into the Kingdom. click here
08 Oct 2014 Morocco Morocco, Food and Agricultural Import Regula tions and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
08 Oct 2014 Morocco Morocco, Food and Agricultural Import Regula tions and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
25 Sep 2014 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia,Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This FAIRS Country Report contains update s of the regulatory requirements and pro cedures for importing food and agricultural products into Saudi Arabia. click here
22 Aug 2014 Australia Australia, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrat ive Australia is a major producer of raw materials and processed foods but imports a grow ing volume of food and beverages. U.S. exports of consumer ready food products to Australia have risen steadily over recent years and in 2013 were valued at $1.07 billion. click here
21 Aug 2014 Spain Spain, Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and it follows EU directives and regul ations. This report is an update of SP1316 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. click here
09 Jul 2014 Morocco Morocco , Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies the major export certificates required by the Moroccan government to export U.S. food and agricultural products to Morocco. click here
30 Jun 2014 Spain Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report only focuses on Spanish specific certification requirements when they differ or are additional to EU-harmonized certification. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-28 FAIRS Export Certificate report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the European Commission (USEU). click here
18 Jun 2014 Peru Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Peru’s regulatory requirements for food and agricultural product imports. It updates FAIRS 2013’s Section I (Food Laws), Section V (Pesticides and Other Contaminants), and Appendix I (Government Regulatory Agency Contacts). click here
12 Jun 2014 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
03 Jun 2014 Netherland Netherlands Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E80065. click here
03 Jun 2014 Belgium Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E80065. click here
14 May 2014 Turkey Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines specific requirements for food and agricultural products imports into Turkey. It was prepared by the Office of the US Foreign Agricultural Service in Ankara, Turkey for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. click here
12 May 2014 United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report discusses the food import regulations in Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, referred to in this report as GCC-4. The report highlights the common regulations as well as the differences among them in the application of the regulations. click here
30 Apr 2014 Peru Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for (foreign) export certificates. It also highlights current procedures and identifies the relevant agencies with oversight on these issues. An export certificate matrix and outline is also included. click here
19 Apr 2014 Panama Republic Panama Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Panamanian consumers continue perceiving U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand of 13 % annually. click here
14 Mar 2014 Nicaragua Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists Nicaraguan import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, vet products, feed stuffs and food product for human consumption. click here
14 Mar 2014 Nicaragua Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements. click here
07 Mar 2014 Singapore Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report contains information and regulations on importing and marketing food products in Singapore. The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) is the national authority for food regulations. AVA’s website (www.ava.gov.sg) is the best source of information on Singapore’s import regulations. click here
05 Feb 2014 Kenya Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated technical information for import requirements and regulations on food and agricultural products as are currently required by the Government of Kenya (GOK). Sections updated are part of Section I, III, V, VI, Appendix I, and II. click here
23 Jan 2014 Mexico Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Mexico 2013 This report highlights changes made to various laws and norms published during 2013. Mexican regulations mentioned remain the same unless otherwise noted. We click here
07 Jan 2014 Thailand Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Minor changes have been made to this report. Revisions include: prohibited food and substances (Section 1.2); requirements of good manufacturing practices (Section 1.3.1 G); labeling of cow’s milk (Section 2.1.4) click here
03 Jan 2014 Germany Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-27 are summarized in the EU-27 FAIRS report. click here
31 Dec 2013 Honduras Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections I. Food Laws (Central America Technical Regulation chart); IX. Import Procedures (Certificate of Origin website); and Tariffs (CAFTA-DR Quotas for 2014 and Tariffs chart) of this report have been updated. click here
31 Dec 2013 Ecuador Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Ecuador’s 2008 constitution has led to the creation of new laws; some of which are adversely affecting food and agricultural product imports. “This report was prepared by the USDA/ Foreign Agricultural Service – Office of Agricultural Affairs in Quito for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. click here
31 Dec 2013 India India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 was fully implemented in 2013, and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) undertook to harmonize food safety regulations with Codex Alimentarius. Multiple amendments to food safety, labeling and packaging regulations were published, as were new draft guidelines on labeling of imported products. Revised guidelines for trade in bovine germplasm were issued. click here
30 Dec 2013 New Zealand New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. The sections on labeling requirements, copyright and trademarks laws have been updated since the last report. click here
30 Dec 2013 Senegal Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food and feed regulations and governmental enforcement mechanisms and bodies in Senegal. It includes references to the Codex Alimentarius system in Senegal, as well as, guidance on import procedures and documentation. There are no new standards for 2013. click here
27 Dec 2013 Italy Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated food and agricultural import regulations and standards information for Italy and gives an overview of Italian food laws in the EU context. click here
24 Dec 2013 Lithuania Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Report Sections updated: All sections were updated. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report for EU-28, prepared by the US Mission to the EU in Brussels should be reviewed in conjunction with this report. click here
24 Dec 2013 Canada Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In the fall of 2013, the Government of Canada moved the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) from the Agriculture portfolio to the Ministry of Health. The Safe Food for Canadians Act received Royal Assent in November 2012 and strives to simplify and consolidate the authorities under previous acts regulating food. click here
24 Dec 2013 Poland Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Poland applies EU directives and regulations to agricultural imports with but a few exceptions. U.S. suppliers should verify with the respective AMS, FDA, FSIS or APHIS Inspection offices and importer for the most current EU/Poland import requirements prior to export. click here
23 Dec 2013 Taiwan Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In 2012, Taiwan was the seventh largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products (US$3.21 billion.) All food and agricultural products, whether domestic or imported, must comply with a range of laws designed to protect human health and prevent the introduction of animal and plant pests or diseases. click here
23 Dec 2013 Croatia Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the food and agricultural product import requirements for Croatia. Croatia, as a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations. click here
23 Dec 2013 Serbia Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and the relevant US authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). click here
23 Dec 2013 Croatia Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia. All sections of this annual report were updated in December 2013. click here
23 Dec 2013 Malaysia Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This is an update to Post’s standing FAIRS report, with few changes to the previous submission. One change of significance: In July 2014, the Ministry of Health is scheduled to begin enforcing mandatory labeling of food and food ingredients obtained through modern biotechnology. click here
23 Dec 2013 Czech Republic Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. click here
20 Dec 2013 New Zealand New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. The sections on food laws, copyright and trademarks laws have been updated since the last report. click here
20 Dec 2013 Bulgaria Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report focuses on Bulgarian certification requirements when they may differ or are in addition to EU-harmonized certification. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU FAIRS Export Certificate report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the European Commission (USEU). click here
20 Dec 2013 Czech Republic Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Certification Report number E70047 prepared by USEU Brussels. click here
20 Dec 2013 Romania Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated information on the agricultural and food legislation in Romania. The report should be read in conjunction with the comprehensive EU FAIRS report E70048. click here
19 Dec 2013 Bulgaria Bulgaria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Bulgaria, a member of the European Union (EU) since 2007, follows all EU directives and regulations. This report outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Bulgaria, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. click here
19 Dec 2013 Japan Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. For more information on import requirements, see Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report of December 19, 2013. click here
19 Dec 2013 Russia Russian Federation Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo change as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Customs Union and WTO commitments. Exporters are advised to verify export certification requirements with their importer before shipment. click here
18 Dec 2013 Venezuela Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification There were no changes to export certificate requirements over the past year for major agricultural and food products exported to Venezuela. This report identifies the different export certification requirements currently in place by product. click here
18 Dec 2013 China P rp China Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Chinese government for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
18 Dec 2013 Mexico Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies current export certificates issued by the competent United States government agencies, to comply with Mexican import standards and regulations or to attest that the corresponding agricultural products are subject to U.S. regulation. There are no significant changes to certificate requirements since Post’s 2012 FAIRS report. However, the reader should keep in mind that at the time of revising this report, USDA agencies are discussing with Mexican officials the certification of food preparations that include minimum quantities of egg and dairy as an ingredient. click here
17 Dec 2013 Venezuela Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. This report was prepared by FAS/Caracas for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
16 Dec 2013 Australia Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on export certificate requirements for a representative sample of products that have been identified as having excellent prospects in the Australian market. The information required to import into Australia is complex and changes frequently. It is therefore not possible to provide comprehensive information for every product in this report. click here
13 Dec 2013 Nigeria Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has played the lead role for regulating food safety systems in Nigeria over the past decade. NAFDAC’s recent success with international accreditation of the agency’s two major laboratories is another important boost for food safety regulations in Nigeria’s food production, distribution and consumption chain. click here
13 Dec 2013 Nigeria Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has played the lead role for regulating food safety systems in Nigeria over the past decade. NAFDAC’s recent success with international accreditation of the agency’s two major laboratories is another important boost for food safety regulations in Nigeria’s food production, distribution and consumption chain. click here
12 Dec 2013 Hong Kong Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification There were no significant changes since the last report except that a new version of the letterhead certificate for beef replaced the old one in February 2013 following the access to the Hong Kong market of U.S. bone-in beef derived from cattle under 30 months of age. click here
09 Dec 2013 Tunisia Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. The approval process for a new and comprehensive food law was disrupted by the Tunisian revolution in 2011 and has been indefinitely postponed. Sections I, V, VII, and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
06 Dec 2013 Hong Kong Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative U.S. bone-in beef products derived from cattle under 30 months of age and boneless beef over 30 months of age have been allowed entry to Hong Kong since February 2013. Discussion on further expanding product cuts to access the market is underway (Section VII). click here
05 Dec 2013 Cuba Cuba Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The United States allows for the export of agricultural products to Cuba in conformity with the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000. U.S. suppliers willing to navigate a detailed set of U.S. regulatory controls related to exporting to Cuba will find that the island is fairly receptive to U.S. products. click here
05 Dec 2013 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative U.S. suppliers willing to clear initial hurdles will find Trinidad and Tobago to be an import-friendly country allowing for relatively smooth flowing movement of food products through its borders. click here
03 Dec 2013 Costa Rica Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated on 12/03/2013. Sections updated: Section I. Food Laws. Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
18 Nov 2013 Chile Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Imports and certifications procedures implemented by the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) of the Ministry of Agriculture obtained ISO 9001 certification in June 2013. Under this new inspection scenario, inspectors have little room for discretionary decisions and full enforcement of the law is required at the ports of entry. click here
18 Nov 2013 Russia Russian Federation Customs Union Technical Regulation on Milk and Dairy Products The Technical Regulation of the Russia-Kazakhstan-Belarus Customs Union (CU) “On Safety of Milk and Dairy Products” (TR TS 033/2013) is a key CU regulation covering standards and requirements for milk and dairy products. This Technical Regulation was adopted by Decision of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission No. 67 of October 9, 2013, and will come into effect as of May 1, 2014. click here
22 Oct 2013 Spain Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report only focuses on Spanish specific certification requirements when they differ or are in addition to EU-harmonized certification. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU FAIRS Export Certificate report prepared by the FAS Office in the U.S. Mission to the European Commission (USEU). click here
17 Oct 2013 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This FAIRS Country Report contains regulatory requirements and procedures for importing food and agricultural products into Saudi Arabia. The Food Laws Section of this report provides an update on Saudi policy changes that affect food and agricultural trade such as the import ban on U.S. beef and beef products as well as related restriction on the imports of pet foods containing beef products. click here
17 Sep 2013 Indonesia Indonesia Ministries of Agriculture and Trade Revise Horticultural Import Regulations Indonesia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Trade have revised their import policies for horticultural products. Key changes include the stipulation that registered importers of horticultural products must import 80% of the total allocation within a six month period. Chili and shallot imports will be subject to a reference price system. click here
12 Sep 2013 Morocco Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. On May 2013, the Government of Morocco approved a decree on nutritional and allergen labeling. The government has given importers and local producers a grace period of one year to comply with the new regulation. On June 26, 2013, Morocco made available for public comments a new law project # 122.12, which regulates the import of animal and animal products. See Section II for preliminary information on the proposed requirements. Sections I, II, VI, VII, and the Appendix have all been updated. click here
26 Aug 2013 Australia Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Australia is a major producer of raw materials and processed foods but imports a growing volume of food and beverages. Imports have increased steadily over recent years. U.S. exports of consumer ready food products to Australia have risen by over 460 percent in value in the past ten years. click here
14 Aug 2013 Jordan Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Jordan is updating its imported food and agricultural product regulations and standards. The country presently maintains a three tier inspection rate system for imported food products based on a product’s potential health risk. Jordanian importers are required to ensure that imported food and agricultural products do not pose a potential threat to public health. All food and agricultural products are subject to random inspection and testing. click here
06 Aug 2013 Ghana Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was updated August 6, 2013 and the areas updated are: Section I- Food Laws: The review and amendment of the Food and Drugs law that was initiated last year is still in progress. Section VI- Other Regulations and Requirements (section C): The FDA has revised the registration fee for vetting, processing and documentation of all imported food products. click here
27 Jun 2013 Czech Republic Czech Republic Food Safety and Czech Consumers Czech consumers are quality oriented and perceive local products as safest. Many would rather reduce quantity purchased rather than settle for lower quality foods. click here
17 Jun 2013 Hong Kong Hong Kong Macao Passed Food Safety Law The Macao Government notified World Trade Organization members of its passing of the Food Safety Law (Law No 5/2013) in March 2013 via notification G/SPS/N/MAC/11. The Law will become effective October 20, 2013. click here
12 Jun 2013 Vietnam Social Republic Vietnam Food Safety Law and Guiding Decree Released This report provides an un-official translation of the Vietnam Food Safety Law (FSL) promulgated by Order No.06/2010/L-CTN, and ratified by the National Assembly on June 17, 2010. click here
05 Jun 2013 Bahrain Bahrain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report provides guidance on required certificates for food products shipped to Bahrain. While all possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear information about these policies was not available. click here
23 May 2013 Morocco Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies the major export certificates required by the Moroccan government to export U.S. food and agricultural products to Morocco. In 2011, the Moroccan food safety authority, Office National de Sécurité Sanitaire des Produits Alimentaires (ONSSA) issued new import requirements for dairy products, hides, skins, pet food, feed additives, and honey, and the import certificates for these products are still under discussion with USDA. click here
15 May 2013 Kuwait Kuwait Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Kuwait from food exporting countries. click here
24 Apr 2013 Bahrain Bahrain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the regulations governing importation of food and agricultural products to Bahrain. click here
19 Apr 2013 France France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards France is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in France that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. This report also provides contact information and technical reference materials for exporters of U.S. foods to France. click here
08 Mar 2013 Netherland Netherlands Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E70048. The report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where the Netherlands varies. The EU Regulations that were published in 2012 and measures that went into force in 2012 are detailed in this report. click here
08 Mar 2013 Belgium Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E70048. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where Belgium varies. The EU Regulations that were published in 2012, measures that went into force in 2012 and proposals are detailed in this report. click here
05 Feb 2013 Russia Russian Federation Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo change as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Customs Union and WTO commitments. click here
05 Feb 2013 Indonesia Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated technical information for requirements and regulations on food and agriculture products as are currently required by the Government of Indonesia (GOI). click here
04 Feb 2013 Pakistan Pakistan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. Compared to the previous report released in 2011, sections I has been modified. All imports into Pakistan are governed by the Import Policy Order issued by the Ministry of Commerce. The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority is the national standardization body. Pakistan’s food imports are regulated by the federal government and food safety standards are regulated by the provincial governments. click here
04 Feb 2013 Germany Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. This report also provides contact information and technical reference materials for exporters of U.S. foods to Germany. click here
01 Feb 2013 Russia Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Russian Federation. The following sections of this report have seen substantial revisions from the 2011 FAIRS report: Section I: Food Laws, Section II: Labeling Requirements, Section VI: Other Regulations and Requirements, and Section IX: Import Procedures. click here
28 Jan 2013 Venezuela Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Caracas for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While all possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. click here
23 Jan 2013 Korea Republic Korea Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections Updated: Section I, II, IV, V, VI, VII and Appendix I, II. The updates include the creation of a consolidated new Act covering both organic produce and processed products and the extension of acceptance of U.S. processed organic products that are certified by the National Organic Program until December 31, 2013. click here
23 Jan 2013 Venezuela Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is responsible, through its different Ministries, for issuing import permits, import licenses and conducting processed food product registrations. click here
17 Jan 2013 Korea Republic Korea Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Korea’s acceptance of organic certificates for processed organic products issued by the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program’s accredited certifiers has been extended until December 31, 2013. No other significant changes have been made. click here
09 Jan 2013 Oman Oman Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs in Dubai for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. The report provides guidance on required certificates for food products shipped to Oman. While all possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear information about these policies was not available. It is highly recommended that U.S. exporters verify the full set of import requirements with their foreign customers, who are normally best equipped to research such matters with local authorities, before any goods are shipped. click here
04 Jan 2013 Japan Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. For more information on import requirements, see Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Country Report of January 4, 2013. click here
04 Jan 2013 India India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative *Updated on December 31, 2012* All sections updated.* Food Security Bill Introduced- but still waiting for Parliamentary Approval * Full implementation of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 * First amendment to Food Safety and Standards Regulations 2011 * Draft Food Safety and Standards (Import) Regulations, 2011 * Multi-Brand Retail Investment Policy Moves Forward at the State Level* Multiple amendments to Legal Metrology (packaged commodities) rules, 2011 * GOI mandates standard retail package sizes for foods and beverages effective November 1, 2012 * New guidelines on labeling of imported products* click here
04 Jan 2013 Japan Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated Sections: I. Food Laws; II. Labeling Requirements; IV. Food Additives Regulations; V. Pesticides and Other Contaminants; VI. Other Regulations and Requirements; VII. Other Specific Standards. click here
03 Jan 2013 Argentina Argentina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides overall information on regulations and standards for importing U.S. food and beverages into Argentina. However, Post recommends U.S. suppliers interested in the Argentine market to contact local importers to find out about specific rules and regulations that may apply to particular products. In general, Argentina has potential for imports of agricultural products, although unexpected changes in import procedures may require additional efforts to ensure that export operations are feasible. click here
31 Dec 2012 Honduras Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This FAIRS report provides updates to sections: Food Laws, Labeling Requirements and Food Additives. click here
31 Dec 2012 Philippines Philippines Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. The report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients and other relevant information. It also provides points of contact for key Philippine government authorities, U.S. government agencies and trade associations. Sections I and VII have been updated. click here
31 Dec 2012 United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The United Arab Emirates (UAE), as a member of the GCC, continues to collaborate with other 5 member states to unify the rules and regulations governing food imports in the region. This report provides detailed information on UAE food import procedures, regulations and laws. click here
31 Dec 2012 China P rp China Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Chinese government for imports of food and agricultural products. click here
31 Dec 2012 Serbia Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on the certificate requirements for agricultural and food products imported into the Serbian market and includes the certificates that are standardized between the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and the relevant US authorities (USDA/APHIS, USDA/FSIS, USDA/AMS, and FDA). click here
28 Dec 2012 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This FAIRS Report provides the list of model certificates required by Saudi Arabia’s regulatory agencies to export food and agricultural products to the Saudi market. The SFDA is now requiring that U.S. poultry meat exports to Saudi Arabia must be accompanied by an attestation from the USDA/FSIS stipulating that exported products were obtained from poultry that was not fed with feed containing animal protein, fat or remnants of animal origin. click here
28 Dec 2012 BosniA-Hrzgovina Bosnia and Herzegovina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) requires various certificates for imported food products which must be signed by the designated authorities. However, there are no specific formats that exporters are required to use, except for phytosanitary certificates that must be in accordance with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). click here
28 Dec 2012 Serbia Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on Serbian regulations and standards concerning food, agriculture, agricultural products and foreign trade. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. Important points of contact or relevant government agencies for U.S. food exporters are listed in the Appendices. click here
27 Dec 2012 EU-27 EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report updates each of the nine sections and provides an overview of food laws currently in force in the EU-27. click here
27 Dec 2012 Lithuania Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Lithuania as a member of the European Union (EU) and applies EU regulatory requirements for import of products of animal or plant origin. The EU has harmonized export certification requirements for most products. click here
27 Dec 2012 Lithuania Lithuania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Report Sections updated: All sections were updated. The EU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report for EU-27, prepared by the US Mission to the EU in Brussels, available at http://gain.fas.usda.gov/Pages/Default.aspx or via link EU 27 FAIRS Report should be reviewed in conjunction with this report. click here
27 Dec 2012 Romania Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an update on the regulatory framework that governs imports of agri-food products into Romania. The report should be read in conjunction with the FAIRS report prepared at EU level. click here
26 Dec 2012 Mexico Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies current export certificates issued by the competent United States government agencies, to comply with Mexican import standards and regulations or to attest that the corresponding agricultural products are subject to U.S. regulation. There are no significant changes to certificate requirements since Post’s 2011 FAIRS report. click here
26 Dec 2012 Mexico Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report highlights changes made to various laws and norms published during 2012. Mexican regulations mentioned remain the same unless otherwise noted. click here
24 Dec 2012 Poland Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections of the report were updated. Poland applies EU directives and regulations with but a few exceptions. U.S. suppliers should verify with the respective FSIS or APHIS Inspection offices or the importer for latest EU/Polish import requirements prior to export. click here
24 Dec 2012 Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This FAIRS Country Report contains the regulatory requirements and procedures for importing food and agricultural products into the Saudi market. The Food Laws Section of this report provides updated information on Saudi Arabia’s requirements for U.S. poultry meat exports under the 2005 Saudi-U.S. agreement regarding Saudi Arabia’s WTO accession. click here
21 Dec 2012 Canada Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report identifies export certificates issued by U.S. government issuing authorities to comply with Canadian import standards and regulations or to attest that the product is subject to U.S. government regulation. This report serves as a supplement to the Food and Agricultural Importation Regulation Report (FAIRS) submitted in December 2011, CA 12030. Updates, including some new hyperlinks and up to date contact information, were made to the sections covering Food and Drug Administration (FDA) contacts, organic standards, and the Codex Committee on Food Import and Export Certification. click here
21 Dec 2012 BosniA-Hrzgovina Bosnia and Herzegovina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections updated: I, III, V, VI, VII, VIII and IX. click here
21 Dec 2012 Croatia Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia for processed food, agricultural food products, live animals (cattle, pets, etc), livestock feed and supplements. All sections of this annual report were updated in November 2012. It should be noted that due to Croatia’s rapid harmonization of food legislation with EU legislation, information in this report should be double checked for obsolescence with the USDA office in Croatia click here
21 Dec 2012 China P rp China Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an index of major agricultural product import regulations and standards translated and published by the Office of Agriculture Affairs at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing through December 2012. Updates include changes to food laws, labeling requirements, packaging and container requirements, food additive regulations, multiple commodity regulations, commodity specific regulations, and import procedures. click here
21 Dec 2012 Thailand Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative TH2144: Minor changes have been made to this report. Revised information include: food prohibited to be manufactured, imported and sold (Section 1.2.2); requirements of good manufacturing practices (Section 1.3.1 D); labeling of cow’s milk (Section 2.1.4); food containing contaminants (Section 5.2); specific import control on pork meat (Section 6.7); and specific import controls on fruits and vegetables (Section 6.9). click here
20 Dec 2012 Thailand Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists certificates required by Thai Government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand including 56 processed and unprocessed food items, other prepackaged processed food, fruit and vegetables, live animals, boneless beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, and hides and skins. click here
20 Dec 2012 Romania Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Romania applies the EU regulations on imports of animal and non-animal products from third countries. National legislation is harmonized with the EU one, including the general requirements for all veterinary health certificates; however, there are specific categories of products that have additional national import requirements beside the aligned certificates. click here
20 Dec 2012 El Salvador El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: Section I. List of all Export Certificates Required by Government, Section II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate (s), Section V. Other Certification/Accreditation Requirements and Appendix I. Electronic Copy or Outline of Each Export Certificate. click here
19 Dec 2012 Tunisia Tunisia ood and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Tunisia as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
18 Dec 2012 Taiwan Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In 2011, Taiwan was the sixth largest export market for U.S. food and agricultural products (US$3.7 billion.) All food and agricultural products, whether domestic or imported, must comply with a range of laws designed to protect human health and prevent the introduction of animal and plant pests or diseases. click here
18 Dec 2012 Guatemala Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides a detailed explanation of the certificates that Government of Guatemala requires for U.S. food and agricultural products to be imported. It contains links to official sites where specific inquiries can be made and responded to (for example, microbiological criteria or standards). It also provides a matrix of certificates required for certain processed products, which have requirements from both the Guatemalan Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Health. click here
14 Dec 2012 Colombia Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food and agricultural imports regulations and enforcement governmental mechanisms in Colombia. click here
13 Dec 2012 Morocco Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative 2012 The Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report provides an overview of the food laws and regulatory environment in Morocco as it relates to U.S. food and agricultural exports. click here
12 Dec 2012 Senegal Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative 2012 FAIRS Country Report This report is an annual update of the food and feed regulations and governmental enforcement mechanisms and bodies in Senegal. It includes references to the Codex Alimentarius system in Senegal, as well as, guidance on import procedures and documentation. click here
12 Dec 2012 Chile Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In July 2012 Chile approved Law 20606 in order to regulate the: “Nutritional Composition of Food and its Advertising”. The Ministry of Health is in the process of drafting the regulations and they will be ready soon for public comments. click here
11 Dec 2012 Australia Australia Canola Voluntary Report December 2012 Australia’s canola production in the local marketing year (MY) 2012/13 (December/November) is forecast at 2.7 million metric tons (MMT), down about 16 percent from last year’s record production level of an estimated 3.2 MMT, but still higher than the previous record of 2.2 MMT harvested in 2010/11. click here
11 Dec 2012 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification U.S. Suppliers need to be mindful of certification requirements for agricultural products entering Trinidad and Tobago. Although Trinidad and Tobago is quite receptive to U.S. products and all required certificates can be readily obtained by U.S. suppliers, careful attention to certification details will help prevent costly customs clearance problems. This report outlines Trinidad and Tobago’s certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select Export Certificates. click here
10 Dec 2012 Trinidad And Tobago Trinidad and Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative U.S. suppliers willing to clear initial hurdles will find Trinidad and Tobago is an import-friendly country allowing for relatively smooth flowing movement of food products through its borders. click here
07 Dec 2012 Bahamas Bahamas Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Bahamas continues along the path of reforming much of its legislation and regulatory structures on food and agricultural products as a result of their World Trade Organization (WTO) accession process. click here
06 Dec 2012 Cuba Cuba Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The United States allows for the export of agricultural products to Cuba in conformity with the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000. U.S. suppliers willing to navigate a detailed set of U.S. regulatory controls related to exporting to Cuba will find that the island is fairly receptive to U.S. products. click here
05 Dec 2012 Singapore Singapore Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Singapore is almost completely dependent on imports for its food security. While import regulations can be stringent, they are generally predictable, transparent, and science-based. click here
05 Dec 2012 Portugal Portugal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an update of PT1106 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Portugal, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation or regulations. click here
04 Dec 2012 El Salvador El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Review of El Salvador’s Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards (2012-2013). Updated Sections: Section II. Labeling Requirements, VI. Other Regulations and Requirements and Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
03 Dec 2012 Hong Kong Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the certificates required by the Hong Kong government (HKG) for U.S. exports to Hong Kong. click here
03 Dec 2012 Aruba Aruba Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative "Sections Updated: VIII and Appendix I & II." Aruba is very receptive to U.S. products. At the present time, Aruba has no food-specific legislation to regulate imported foods. U.S. standards for food and agricultural products are fully accepted. click here
29 Nov 2012 Bermuda Bermuda Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections Updated: I, II, V, VI, IX and Appendices I & II. Overall Bermuda is very receptive to U.S. products. Bermuda accepts USDA and FDA food standards and regulations on all food products imported from the United States. click here
27 Nov 2012 Brazil Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for agricultural imports into Brazil, including import procedures. Compared to the previous report released in 2011, no significant modifications have been made. Some editing was made on Section I, VI, VII and IX. click here
21 Nov 2012 Ecuador Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report has been updated to reflect the most recent changes in Ecuadorian laws and in the list of responsible agencies and organizations. click here
15 Nov 2012 Costa Rica Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated on 11/15/2012. Sections updated: Section I. Food Laws. Section II. Labeling Requirements. Section IV. Additive Regulations. Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
07 Nov 2012 Czech Republic Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Czech Republic has implemented all EU regulations regarding required export certifications. For information on EU export certifications, please see GAIN report no. E60015. click here
07 Nov 2012 Slovak Republic Slovakia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Slovak certificates for imports of products from third countries that do not have a harmonized certificate as provided by the European Commission are described in this report. click here
31 Oct 2012 Costa Rica Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report includes changes made to the requirements for importation of chipping potatoes under Section III. click here
31 Oct 2012 Spain Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Spain is a member of the European Union (EU) and it follows EU directives and regulations. This report is an update of SP1126 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation. click here
31 Oct 2012 Netherlandantil Netherlands Antilles Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated Sections: I & V and Appendix II. With the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles in 2010, Curaçao, now an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is fully responsible for its own regulation of imported food and agricultural products. click here
30 Oct 2012 Indonesia Indonesia Regulation on Importation of Horticulture Product to Indonesia The Government of Indonesia recently issued two corresponding ministerial regulations which regulate the importation of horticultural products. While the two regulations were separately issued by the Ministries of Agriculture (MOA) and Trade (MOT) respectively, they are both numbered 60/2012. click here
11 Oct 2012 Hong Kong Hong Kong Nutrition Labeling Regulation’s Impact on Food Choices The Hong Kong government (HKG) conducted two series of surveys gauging the impact of the newly implemented nutrition labeling regulation impact on food choices. The surveys indicated that prepackaged food items in the market amounted to 73,000 before the implementation of the nutrition labeling regulation. The number of food items increased slightly to 78,000 when the final part of the survey was conducted seven months after the inception of the new regulation. The HKG concluded that the implementation of the new regulation did not have any apparent impact on consumers’ food choices. However, it may arrive at a different conclusion if individual retail categories rather than the aggregate figures of all retail outlets were looked at. click here
05 Oct 2012 Indonesia Indonesia The Ministry of Health Publishes a New Regulation on Food Additives On July 12, 2012 the Minister of Health signed a new law regulating which ingredients can be legally used as food additives. click here
27 Aug 2012 China P rp National Food Safety Standard for Grain On June 4, 2012, China notified the WTO of National Food Safety Standard: Grain as SPS/N/CHN/525. This standard applies to raw grains and grain products for human consumption, including cereals, beans, and potatoes. This standard does not apply to raw materials for the manufacture of edible oil. The date for submission of final comments to China is August 3, 2012. The proposed date of entry is to be determined. This report is an INFORMAL translation of this document. click here
23 Aug 2012 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on food import rules for Croatia. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. Important points of contact for U.S. food exporters are listed in the appendices. All sections of this annual report were updated in August 2012. It should be noted that due to Croatia’s rapid harmonization of food legislation with EU legislation, information in this report should be verified for accuracy with the USDA/FAS office in Croatia. click here
22 Aug 2012 Indonesia Minister of Agriculture Regulation No 42 and 43 Year 2012 New Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) regulations allow for countries with recognized food safety control system for fresh foods of plant origins (FFPO) to retain access to Jakarta’s primary seaport, Tanjung Priok, while other exporting countries are forced to ship to other designated ports. On June 13, 2012, the MOA issued two regulations, No. 42/2012 and No. 43/2012, respectively. Regulation 42 supersedes Regulation No. 37/2006 concerning fruit fly quarantine requirements and Regulation No. 15/2012 regarding the closure of Indonesian ports to specific horticultural products. Regulation 43 focuses on bulb vegetables and also replaces aspects of Regulation 37/2006, as well as Regulation No. 16/2012 on closure of specific ports to bulbs. The new regulations are in effect as of June 19, 2012. click here
21 Aug 2012 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections of this report have been reviewed and updated to reflect new or updated laws and regulations. Australia is a major producer of raw materials and processed foods, but imports a growing volume of food and beverages. Imports have increased steadily over recent years. U.S. exports of consumer ready products to Australia have risen by over 110 percent in value in the past five years. All foods sold in Australia must comply with a range of laws designed to protect public health and safety, to ensure plant and animal pests and diseases are not introduced, and to assist consumers. These laws apply equally to imported and locally produced foods. The information contained in this report deals with both public health and quarantine requirements for foods imported into Australia. All imported food must first comply with quarantine and imported food requirements and then with food safety requirements. click here
10 Aug 2012 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on food import rules for Croatia. It includes information on labeling, packaging, food additives and import procedures. Important points of contact for U.S. food exporters are listed in the appendices. All sections of this annual report were updated in August 2012. It should be noted that due to Croatia’s rapid harmonization of food legislation with EU legislation, information in this report should be verified for accuracy with the USDA/FAS office in Croatia. click here
09 Aug 2012 Israel Food & Agricultural Import Regulations & Standards In the current report the following sections have been updated: Request for permission to import biotic material ; Heavy Metals in Foodstuffs ; New Ingredients that were approved/not approved by the Israeli Ministry of Health for use in Dietary Supplements ; In 2011, the following food color additives have been forbidden for use in morning cereals (E127) Erythrosine and Indigo carmine (E132) ; New amendment to Mandatory Standard SI 373, Honey and honey products ; Draft on Restriction on advertising and marketing of alcoholic beverages Law, which was initiated by the Ministry of Health ; List of the requirements for importing Medical Food ; Updated import list of “Sensitive” food products ; Updated import requirements for organic food and agricultural products ; Summarize of all TBT notifications that Israel submitted to the WTO ; Approved plants and mushrooms for use in food and food additives; Labeling regulation for food products containing GM ingredients is expected to be implemented by the end of 2012. According to the proposed law, it is suggested that labeling will be only required for food products that exceed the 0.9% of the food ingredients considered individually or of the total ingredients. click here
27 Jul 2012 Denmark Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report gives an overview of food laws currently in force in Denmark. For information on the general EU level, please refer to the USEU Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. Updates have been made in Section VI, B (Other Regulations and Requirements, Certification and Documentation Requirements). click here
27 Jul 2012 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards – Narrative In 2012, the primary area in which there has been a significant regulatory change is allergen labeling. However, it is worthwhile to note that there are new updates and changes via the Regulatory Cooperation Committee (RCC), the Beyond the Border Initiative (BtB), and upcoming food safety legislation on the horizon. click here
25 Jul 2012 China P rp National Standard of Seed Potatoes (Draft for Approvals) On July 18, 2012, China notified the WTO of National Standard of Seed Potatoes as G/TBT/N/CHN/920. The standard was drafted for regulating the production of seed potatoes, maintaining seed potato trade order, promoting supervision and administration, and protecting the benefits of farmers. The date for submission of final comments to China is September 16, 2012. The proposed date of adoption of the standard is 90 days after its notification to the WTO, and date of its entry into force is 6 months after the notification. click here
24 Jul 2012 Iceland Islands Food and Agriculture Import Regulations and Standards-Narrative In the absence of sanitary product registration requirements, significant labeling standards, and laboratory testing, the Cayman Islands are very receptive toward imported foods. Import permits and sanitary export certificates for plant and plant products, live animals, meats, and fish constitute the major requirements for exporting food and agricultural products to the Cayman Islands. click here
20 Jul 2012 Kuwait Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides important information on the laws and regulations governing food importation into the State of Kuwait. click here
17 Jul 2012 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The responsibilities for regulating Nigeria?s food safety systems devolve within many GON organizations and agencies although National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has played the lead role over the past decade. In 2010, the USDA/FAS collaborated with NAFDAC on a HACCP conference where all sectors in Nigeria?s entire food safety chain participated. The HACCP conference underpinned the subsequent inauguration of Nigeria?s National Food Safety Management Committee (NFSMC) which will take responsibility for food safety systems and operations when fully institutionalized. click here
12 Jul 2012 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for export certificates and procedures as well as the relevant Peruvian agencies for each request. An export certificate matrix and outlines for export certificates are also included. click here
06 Jul 2012 Bahrain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides detailed information on the rules and regulations governing food imports to the Kingdom of Bahrain. click here
22 Jun 2012 Indonesia Minister of Agriculture Regulation No 42 and 43 Year 2012 New Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) regulations allow for countries with recognized food safety control system for fresh foods of plant origins (FFPO) to retain access to Jakarta’s primary seaport, Tanjung Priok, while other exporting countries are forced to ship to other designated ports. On June 13, 2012, the MOA issued two regulations, No. 42/2012 and No. 43/2012, respectively. Regulation 42 supersedes Regulation No. 37/2006 concerning fruit fly quarantine requirements and Regulation No. 15/2012 regarding the closure of Indonesian ports to specific horticultural products. Regulation 43 focuses on bulb vegetables and also replaces aspects of Regulation 37/2006, as well as Regulation No. 16/2012 on closure of specific ports to bulbs. The new regulations are in effect as of June 19, 2012. click here
20 Jun 2012 Bahrain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides detailed information on the rules and regulations governing food imports to the Kingdom of Bahrain. click here
20 Jun 2012 Kuwait Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides important information on the laws and regulations governing food importation into the State of Kuwait. click here
16 Jun 2012 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was updated April 24, 2012 and the areas updated are: Section I- Food Laws: The review and amendment of the Food and Drugs law that was initiated last year is still in progress. Section VI- Other Regulations and Requirements (section C): The FDB has revised the registration fee for vetting, processing and documentation of all imported food products. "This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Elmasoeur Ashitey Marcela Rondon 2012 FAIRS Country Report Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Ghana 5/16/2012 Required Report - public distribution Service in Accra, Ghana for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
07 Jun 2012 Norway Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report gives an overview of food laws currently in force in Norway. Being a member of the European Economic Area (EEA), Norway applies relevant legislation on food standards. click here
07 Jun 2012 Norway Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report gives an overview of food laws currently in force in Norway. Being a member of the European Economic Area (EEA), Norway applies relevant legislation on food standards. click here
16 May 2012 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was updated April 24, 2012 and the areas updated are: Section I- Food Laws: The review and amendment of the Food and Drugs law that was initiated last year is still in progress. Section VI- Other Regulations and Requirements (section C): The FDB has revised the registration fee for vetting, processing and documentation of all imported food products click here
15 May 2012 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Greece and gives an overview of Greek food laws in the EU context. Information on EU Member State specific requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: click here
15 May 2012 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Greece and gives an overview of Greek food laws in the EU context. Information on EU Member State specific requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: http://www.fas.usda.gov/posthome/useu/fairs.html. Ornella Bettini Jim Dever FAIRS Country Report Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Greece GR1205 5/15/2012 Required Report - public distribution DISCLAIMER: This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Rome, Italy for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. click here
12 Apr 2012 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Indonesian government from U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
08 Apr 2012 Oman Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Oman, as a member of the GCC countries, adopts all the Gulf Standard Organization food import regulations, including food products shelf life. This report provides detailed information on the Sultanate of Oman's food import regulations. click here
08 Apr 2012 Qatar Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report contains detailed information on Qatar's rules and regulations governing importation of food products. click here
28 Mar 2012 Korea Republic Residue Detection Regulations for Imported Livestock Products The Quarantine and Inspection Agency (QIA) under the Ministry for Food, Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries conducts random residue testing on imported livestock products. The regulatory response to detections depends on whether the finding exceeds the set maximum residue limit and the chemical type. click here
25 Mar 2012 United Arab Emirates Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The United Arab Emirates (UAE), as a member of the GCC, continues to collaborate with other 5 member states to unify the rules and regulations governing food imports in the region. This report provides detailed information on UAE food import procedures, regulations and laws. click here
22 Mar 2012 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report includes updated information related to the use of the Apostille instead of consularization of documents used in the registration process of processed food products. The report also updates information related to import requirements for meat products and processed meat products. click here
16 Mar 2012 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Italy and gives an overview of Italian food laws in the EU context. Information on EU Member State specific requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: http://www.fas.usda.gov/posthome/useu/fairs.html click here
15 Mar 2012 South Africa South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations: Trans-Fats In February 2011, The Ministry of Health announced new regulations under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics, and Disinfectants Act of 1972, which concern the presence of trans-fats in foods. The new regulation goes into effect six-months after the notification. According to regulation, a maximum trans-fat content of two grams per 100 grams, per serving, is allowed in the final product. This regulation is expected to enter into force in August, 2011. FAS/Pretoria learned that this regulation has negatively affected the sourcing of some U.S. consumer-oriented products during a recent EMP funded South African retail food sector assessment. click here
09 Mar 2012 China P rp Regulation on Feed and Feed Additive Import Registration (Amended Draft for Comments) On March 1, 2012, China's Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) published a Notice on “Regulation on Feed and Feed Additive Import Registration (Amended Draft for Comments)” for public comments, which are due on March 31, 2012. This draft regulation replaces the current “Regulation on Feed and Feed Additive Import Registration (enforced on August 17, 2000),” and provides further details on Decree 609 (CH12008). Please note the MOA Notice provides details on major amendments to the regulation. This report contains an UNOFFICIAL translation of the draft regulation. click here
24 Feb 2012 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-27 are summarized in the EU-27 FAIRS report. click here
15 Feb 2012 Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E60080. The report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where the Netherlands varies. Also the EU Regulations that were published in 2011 and measures that went into force in 2011 are detailed in this report. click here
15 Feb 2012 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E60080. The report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized in the EU or where the Netherlands varies. Also the EU Regulations that were published in 2011 and measures that went into force in 2011 are detailed in this report. click here
10 Feb 2012 China P rp 12th Five-year Plan on National Food Safety Standards On January 30, 2012, the Ministry of Health released the 12th Five-year Plan on National Food Safety Standards and is soliciting public comments on the Plan. The Plan reviews the status of the food safety standards and sets objectives for future food safety standard work and safeguard measures to fulfill the objectives. click here
03 Feb 2012 Korea Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections Updated: Section I, II, IV, V, VI, VII, IX and Appendix I, II. Several of the key updates include: the creation of a consolidated Quarantine and Inspection Agency (QIA) under the Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (MIFAFF); revised caffeine labeling requirements; and a newly established requirement mandating overseas laboratories conducting biotech testing on foods destined for Korea be accredited by the Korea Food and Drug Administration (KFDA). click here
02 Feb 2012 China P rp National Food Safety Standard on Polyethylene Resin On November 17, 2011, China notified the WTO of National Food Safety Standard: Polyethylene Resin as SPS/N/CHN/482. This standard applies to polyethylene resin made of ethylene homopolymer and copolymers of ethylene and olefin used for food containers and packaging materials. This standard stipulates technical requirements and packaging requirements of polyethylene resin used for food containers and packaging materials. The date for submission of final comments to China is January 16, 2012. The proposed date of entry is to be determined. click here
02 Feb 2012 China P rp National Food Safety Standard on Vegetable Activated Carbon On November 18, 2011, China notified the WTO of National Food Safety Standard: Food Additive Vegetable Activated Carbon (Wooden Activated Carbon) as SPS/N/CHN/495. This standard applies to food additive vegetable activated carbon (wooden activated carbon) made from plant materials such as sawdust, coconut shells, and nutshells through physical or chemical method. The date for submission of final comments to China is January 17, 2012. The proposed date of entry is to be determined. click here
31 Jan 2012 India Corrigenda on Food Safety and Standards Regulations2011 The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, notified a corrigenda on the Food Safety and Standards Regulations, 2011. click here
27 Jan 2012 Korea Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Korea’s Animal, Plant and Fisheries Quarantine Inspection Agency (QIA) was created in 2011 by merging the three agencies responsible for animal and livestock products, plants, and fisheries respectively. The report has been updated to reflect this change. No other substantive changes were made. click here
27 Jan 2012 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated on 01/27/2012. Sections updated: Section I. Food Laws. Section II. Labeling Requirements. Section IX. Import Procedures. Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
06 Jan 2012 India First Amendments to the Food Safety and Standards Regulations 2011 On December 29, 2011, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published a draft gazette notification amending the Food Safety and Standards Regulations 2011. The amendments pertain to (i) labeling of food products, (ii) use of food additives, (iii) prohibition and restriction on sales, and (iv) laboratory and sample analysis. The FSSAI has invited comments from stakeholders by January 12, 2012. click here
03 Jan 2012 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Canada has introduced some food and agricultural regulations and initiatives in 2011 that may be of importance to U.S. exporters. Some of these regulations and/or initiatives include the approval of new health claims, new allergen labeling regulations, regulatory amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations to allow the use of sodium diacetate in meat products, as well as voluntary targets for sodium reduction for pre-packaged (processed) foods. click here
31 Dec 2011 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Chinese government from exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
31 Dec 2011 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides a detailed explanation of the export certificates that Government of Guatemala requires for U.S. food and agricultural products to be imported. It contains links to official sites where specific inquiries can be made and responded to (for example, microbiological criteria or standards that must be complied with). It also provides a matrix of certificates required for certain processed products, which have requirements from both the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Health. click here
31 Dec 2011 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification On July 1, 2011 Malaysia’s veterinary authority imposed on-site inspection requirement for foreign pork abattoirs. Pork product imports are only allowed from abattoirs that have been inspected and approved by the Department of Veterinary Services. On December 14, Malaysia notified the WTO on a regulation related to halal certification and labeling. click here
30 Dec 2011 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights export certification requirements for Russia. Please note that certification requirements have and will continue to undergo change as Russia reforms its regulations to meet Customs Union and soon WTO Accession commitments. Exporters are highly advised to verify the export certification requirements with their importer. click here
30 Dec 2011 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Government of Kenya protects “sensitive” agricultural commodities and derived food products, including meat, poultry, and dairy using non-tariff barriers, such as certificates of export that must be presented by the trade-agent at the point of import into Kenya. click here
30 Dec 2011 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for food and agricultural products exported to New Zealand. The sections on food laws, copyright and trademarks laws have been updated since the last report. click here
30 Dec 2011 EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report updates each of the nine sections and provides an overview of food laws currently in force in the EU-27. In order to facilitate the reading of this report, updates specific to 2011 have been highlighted. European Commission proposals/initiatives which may have an impact on U.S. exporters are also included. Information published on the USEU/FAS website will be transferred to a new website in the first half of 2012. click here
30 Dec 2011 Czech Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on the laws and regulations for food, import rules for food, and contact information in the Czech Republic. It is recommended to read the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards report because the Czech Republic, a member of the European Union, follows the EU directives and regulations click here
30 Dec 2011 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Food Safety Unit of Ministry of Agriculture is enforcing food safety regulations and as of November 1, 2011, a self Certificate of Attestation has to be issued by U.S. horticultural exporters. Meats and products (including eggs) are still subject to the FSIS-9060 form only. Though U.S. food export products are not required to submit food safety documentation, products are responsible to comply with microbiological, chemical, veterinarian and mycotoxin maximum residues requirements. click here
29 Dec 2011 Pakistan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan. Compared to the previous report released in 2010, sections I, VI, VIII and IX have been modified. All imports into Pakistan are governed by the Import Policy Order issued by the Ministry of Commerce annually. The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority is the national standardization body. Pakistan’s food imports are generally regulated by the federal government and food standards are regulated by the provincial governments. Pakistan food laws cover 104 food items falling into nine broad categories. click here
29 Dec 2011 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Report provides guidance on the export certificate requirements for export of agricultural and food products to the Serbian market. This report covers the health certificates that are standardized between Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and USDA/APHIS for exports from the United States to Serbia, including health certificate for export of live cattle standardized in July 2011. click here
29 Dec 2011 BosniA-Hrzgovina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) requires various certificates for imported food products. However, there are no specific formats that exporters are required to use, except for phytosanitary certificates that should be in accordance with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). Some veterinary certificates need to contain certain statements set by the State Veterinary Office (SVO). click here
29 Dec 2011 Trinidad And Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report was prepared by the Caribbean Basin Agricultural Trade Office (CBATO) of the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)/U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in Miami, Florida for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. It is highly recommended that U.S. exporters verify the full set of import requirements with their foreign customers, who are normally best equipped to research such matters with local authorities, before any goods are shipped. click here
28 Dec 2011 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides the updated technical requirements and regulation on food and agriculture products imposed by Government of Indonesia. click here
28 Dec 2011 Trinidad And Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative U.S. suppliers willing to clear initial hurdles will find Trinidad and Tobago is an import-friendly country allowing for relatively smooth flowing movement of food products through its borders. While most U.S. standards are fully acceptable, special attention needs to be given to licensing, certification, labeling and documentation for select products in order to avoid customs clearance delays. click here
28 Dec 2011 Bahamas Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The Bahamas is currently in the midst of reforming much of its legislation and regulatory structures on food and agricultural products as a result of their World Trade Organization (WTO) accession process. New and more detailed labeling requirements, among other changes, are expected to be enacted in 2012. Still, these changes are not expected to alter the fact that The Bahamas is very receptive to U.S. products. With 95 percent of food and agricultural product imports traditionally coming from the United States, The Bahamas recognizes and accepts U.S. standards for nearly all farm products. click here
28 Dec 2011 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Final letterhead certificate for all fresh/chilled/ frozen bovine meat products including offal was agreed on. Please see the appendix of this report for a sample. The Chileans open the market for U.S. pork casings. click here
28 Dec 2011 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On July 1, 2011 Malaysia imposed an on-site inspection requirement for foreign pork abattoirs. On October 1, 2011, Malaysia began fully enforcing new grading, packaging and labeling regulations on fruits and vegetables. On December 14, Malaysia notified the WTO regarding a regulation on halal certification and use of labeling. In July 2012, the Ministry of Health is scheduled to begin enforcing mandatory labeling of food and food ingredients obtained through modern biotechnology. click here
27 Dec 2011 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Section I. Food Laws, Section II. Labeling Requirements, Section III. Packing and Container Regulations, Section IV. Food Additive Regulations, Section V. Pesticides and Other Contaminants, Section VI. Other Regulations and Requirements, Section VII. Other Specific Standards, Section VIII. Projected Regulatory Amendments, Section IX. Copyright and/or Trademark Laws, Section X. Import Procedures, Section XI. Relevant Reports, Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts, Appendix II. Other Import Specialist Contacts, Appendix III. List of Mexican Food and Agriculture Regulatory Agencies, Appendix IV. List of Approved Food Additives Hermetically Sealed Subject to Heat Treatment, Diagram I. Imports of U.S. Agricultural Goods to Mexico click here
27 Dec 2011 Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative FAIRS Country Report provides useful information about regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports as they are established and enforced by the government of Saudi Arabia. The Food Laws Section of this report is updated with information on the newly revised animal feed subsidy and the Saudi government’s decision to eliminate and/or reduce duties on imported foodstuffs. click here
23 Dec 2011 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The report identifies export certificates issued by U.S. government issuing authorities to comply with Canadian import standards and regulations or to attest that the product is subject to U.S. government regulation. This report is intended as a supplement to the Food and Agricultural Importation Regulation Report (FAIRS) submitted in December 2011, CA11073. Updates, including some new hyperlinks and up to date contact information, were made to the sections covering Food and Drug Administration (FDA) contacts, organic standards, and the Codex Committee on Food Import and Export Certification. click here
22 Dec 2011 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Chile actively participates in the World Trade Organization and the CODEX Alimentarius Commission. Because Chile is concerned that unscientific technical trade barriers may adversely affect its exports, the government supports the standardization of sanitary and phytosanitary trading regulations click here
20 Dec 2011 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of general legal and technical requirements for food and agricultural imports imposed by the Russian Federation. Substantial sections of this report have been updated from the 2010 FAIRS report, including: Section I: Food Laws, Section V: Pesticides and Other Contaminants, Section VI: Other Regulations and Requirements, Section VII: Other Specific Standards, Section VIII: Copyright and Trademark Laws, and Section IX: Import Procedures click here
16 Dec 2011 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an update of SP1022 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation or regulation. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report, click here
14 Dec 2011 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The responsibilities for regulating Nigeria‟s food safety systems devolve within many GON organizations and agencies although NAFDAC (Nigeria‟s FDA equivalent) has played the lead role over the past decade. In 2010, the USDA/FAS collaborated with NAFDAC on a HACCP conference where all sectors in Nigeria‟s entire food safety chain participated. click here
14 Dec 2011 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: There are no changes in the import requirements of the Government of Honduras click here
13 Dec 2011 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This Food and Agricultural Import Regulations Report updates the sections concerning food laws, labeling requirements, and specific standards and import procedures in Tunisia. The process of approving new and comprehensive food legislations in 2011 has been disrupted by the Tunisian revolution and the fall of Ben Ali‟s regime in January 2011. click here
13 Dec 2011 Finland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification As a member of the European Union (EU), Finland fully applies EU regulations on export certificates. In addition to certificates required by the EU, there are specific sanitary certificate requirements with regard to salmonella for imports of fresh meat, meat preparations and eggs into Finland. click here
12 Dec 2011 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food and agricultural imports regulations and governmental enforcement mechanisms in Colombia. The following sections were updated: I. SECTION II.LABELING REQUIREMENTS, B. Requirements for other specific labeling requirements: Biotechnology, Nutritional Labeling and Additives Labeling; SECTION VI. OTHER REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Import Duties; SECTION VIII. COPYRIGHT AND/OR TRADEMARK LAWS: Patents and Trademarks; SECTION IX. IMPORT PROCEDURES: Beef and Pork, Not-Transformed (Fresh, Chilled or Frozen), Beef and Pork, Transformed (fresh, chilled or frozen), Import Requirements for Poultry Meat (whole birds), not transformed, Poultry Parts (fresh, chilled or frozen), Milk. click here
12 Dec 2011 Iraq Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs in the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq. Iraq is still going through a transition from a centrally-run economic system to a more market-oriented economy. Across the government, many regulations and policies are being revised; therefore, information in this report is subject to change. Iraqi importers can confirm current regulations through local authorities. Regulatory agencies and contacts are provided in the appendix. click here
09 Dec 2011 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative TH1153: Food safety is under the purview of the Ministry of Public Health through the Food Act of B.E. 2522 (1979). The Food Act gives MOPH’s FDA the authority to license, inspect, recall and establish safety and quality standards for food products. Thailand usually follows Codex standards for food additives and Codex MRLs for pesticides and veterinary drugs. click here
09 Dec 2011 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Senegal (GOS) for processed food, animal products, live animals (cattle, pets, etc), plants, and products for animal consumption. There has been no change from the 2010 report. click here
06 Dec 2011 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative With the commencement of the Genetically Modified Organisms (Control of Release) Ordinance and the Genetically Modified Organisms (Documentation for Import and Export) Regulation in March 2011, there are documentation requirements for shipments containing living modified organisms. The Food Safety Ordinance, a new food law, which introduces a food tracing mechanism by requiring traders to register and keep trade records commenced in August 2011 with a six-month grace period. New legislative initiatives for 2012 include mandatory certification requirements for egg imports and the introduction of Hong Kong’s new pesticide regulation. Updates on Hong Kong’s proposed pesticide framework are provided in Section V. click here
22 Nov 2011 Portugal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an update of PO7007 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Portugal, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation or regulations. This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Report. click here
21 Nov 2011 Sweden Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification As a member of the European Union (EU), Sweden fully applies EU regulations on export certificates. In addition to certificates required by the EU, there are specific sanitary certificate requirements with regard to salmonella for imports of fresh meat, meat preparations and eggs into Sweden. click here
04 Nov 2011 Ukraine Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative There have been some changes affecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitation regulations in Ukraine since the submission of the last report. Ukraine undertook an Administrative Reform and actively changed names and authorities of state regulatory bodies. Significant changes took place in the Conformity Certification area (see Section VI). Information on Food Laws (Section I) was significantly updated and changed. Contact information for Ukrainian regulatory authorities has been updated to match new regulatory functions. click here
31 Oct 2011 Belize Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The documentation needed to import food and agricultural products into Belize is an import permit from BAHA, an SPS certificate, a certificate of origin, a commercial invoice, and a bill of lading. Most plant products will also need a certificate of treatment and inspection by quarantine officials. click here
30 Oct 2011 Russia Customs Clearance Points for Raw Meat and Poultry On November 17, 2011, the Russian Federal Customs Service (FCS) issued Order #2342, directed at normalizing operations connected with the customs declaration and the release of meat and poultry classified under HS 02 TN VED imported into the customs territory of the Customs Union. Most importantly, it defines the list of customs clearance points in the Russian Federation for raw meat and poultry imports. click here
28 Oct 2011 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative El Salvador does not have a specific food law that applies to imported foodstuffs. Instead, the Salvadoran Health Code is the most widely used instrument to enforce local food safety. The Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance (MPHSA) is in charge of all registrations and authorizations to import, manufacture, and sell foodstuffs and beverages, as well as any raw materials used in the production process. click here
24 Oct 2011 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia for processed food, agricultural food products, live animals (cattle, pets, etc), products for animal consumption, and feed. All sections of this annual report were updated in October 2011. It should be noted that due to Croatia’s rapid harmonization of food legislation with EU legislation, information in this report should be double checked for obsolescence with the USDA office in Croatia click here
21 Oct 2011 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides guidance on export certificate requirements for a representative sample of products that have been identified as having excellent prospects in the Australian market. The information required to import into Australia is complex and changes frequently. It is therefore not possible to provide comprehensive information for every product in this report. click here
18 Jul 2011 Vietnam Social Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides a summary of the documents required to export food and agricultural products from the United States to Vietnam. One of the most substantive new requirements is that U.S. companies that wish to export meat, poultry, and seafood products to Vietnam must register by completing Appendix 3 of "Circular 25" in order to become an approved Food Business Operator, this is covered in section five of this report. A collection of the most commonly used export documents for Vietnam are included in the Appendices. click here
26 Apr 2011 Indonesia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the major export certificates and other requirements expected by the Indonesian government from U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
11 Apr 2011 Aruba Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Aruba is very receptive to U.S. products. At the present time, Aruba has no food-specific legislation to regulate imported foods. U.S. standards for food and agricultural products are fully accepted. Import licenses are required for select agricultural products. click here
06 Apr 2011 United Arab Emirates Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), six countries that include the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. The Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) in Dubai covers Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and UAE (also known as the GCC-5). click here
23 Mar 2011 EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This guide provides an overview of the required health certificates for exporting plants, animals, food and other products of animal origin to the EU. All relevant U.S. regulatory agencies have been informed of the wide range of certificate changes made in the past months and they have updated their export manuals to reflect these changes. click here
23 Feb 2011 Romania Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an update on the regulatory framework that governs imports of agri-food products into Romania. click here
09 Feb 2011 Netherland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E57011. click here
09 Feb 2011 Belgium Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. This report should be read in conjunction with the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) – Country Report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU in Brussels, Belgium, GAIN E57011. click here
04 Feb 2011 Turkey Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The content of this report is nearly identical to USDA FAS GAIN report “TU8044- FAIRS Export Certificate Report” published on November 24, 2008. One notable addition is information about the protocol for importation of live breeding bulls from the United States to Turkey. click here
01 Feb 2011 Germany Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Germany is a member of the European Union (EU) and generally follows EU directives and regulations, including those relating to the importation of food products. This report provides an overview of food laws in force in Germany that cover areas which are not yet harmonized. Food laws currently in force in the EU-27 are summarized in the EU-27 FAIRS report. click here
26 Jan 2011 Malaysia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report is on Malaysian government's requirements for export certificate to import U.S. food and agricultural products. No changes. click here
25 Jan 2011 Austria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report covers only specific export certificate requirements by Austria, which are different from EU requirements. click here
14 Jan 2011 Finland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections updated: Section I and Section III. As a member of the European Union (EU), Finland fully applies EU regulations on export certificates. In addition to certificates required by the EU, there are specific sanitary certificate requirements with regard to salmonella for imports of fresh meat, meat preparations and eggs into Finland. click here
05 Jan 2011 Korea Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification KFDA’s certification system for processed organic products will remain in place until the end of 2012 and will be replaced by a MIFAFF certification system. click here
03 Jan 2011 Ecuador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report has been updated to reflect the most recent changes in Ecuador Health Law and changes in the list of responsible agencies and organizations. It is important to note that Ecuador is enforcing a new constitution approved by public referendum on September 28th, 2008, resulting in the creation and modification of several laws. click here
31 Dec 2010 China P rp Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Chinese government from exporters of food and agricultural products. click here
30 Dec 2010 Panama Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Panamanian consumers continue perceiving U.S. food products as high quality, wholesome and reliable, which has resulted in a continuous growth in demand. Panama approved and ratified a Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA) with the U.S., which is at present pending for ratification by the U.S. Congress. In addition, the United States – Panama Agreement regarding certain sanitary and phytosanitary measures and technical standards affecting trade in agricultural products, is in force since December 20, 2006. This agreement established simplified requirements for the importation of U.S. food products. click here
28 Dec 2010 Serbia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Report provides guidance on the export certificate requirements for export of agricultural and food products to the Serbian market. This report covers the health certificates that are standardized between Serbian Ministry of Agriculture and USDA/APHIS for exports from the United States to Serbia. APHIS and Serbian Ministry of Agriculture are continuing to work on standardization of Health Certificate for Treated Hides and Skins, Pet Food other than Canned, Breeding Cattle and Horses. This Report contains an Export Certificates matrix and samples of Export Certificates in Appendix I. click here
28 Dec 2010 Honduras Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: I. List of All Export Certificates Required by Government (Matrix). II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate (s). IV. Government Certificates Legal Entry Requirements. click here
27 Dec 2010 Peru Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report identifies Peru’s import requirements for export certificates and procedures as well as the relevant Peruvian agencies for each request. An export certificate matrix and outlines for export certificates are also included click here
27 Dec 2010 Italy Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Italy and gives an overview of Italian food laws in the EU context. Information on EU Member State specific requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States click here
25 Dec 2010 Denmark Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report gives an overview of food laws currently in force in Denmark. Updates have been made in the following sections: Section IV. Food Additives Regulations and Section V. Pesticide and Other Contaminants. click here
23 Dec 2010 Tunisia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides an update of the list of certificates required to export food and agricultural products to Tunisia. Several sanitary and phytosanitary certificate are being negotiated between USDA/APHIS and the Tunisian Ministry of Agriculture. Constraints that block the final approval of some of these certificates include the Tunisian government’s insistence that certificate must state that imported products are “free” of dioxin, radioactive materials, or growth hormones. click here
23 Dec 2010 Norway Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Norway applies EU regulations on export certificates. In addition to certificates required by the EU, Norway applies the same specific sanitary certificate requirements with regard to salmonella for imports of fresh meat, meat preparations and eggs. click here
22 Dec 2010 Pakistan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural imports into Pakistan Compared to the previous report released in 2009, sections VI, VII and IX have been modified. Pakistan’s food imports are generally regulated by the federal government and food standards are regulated by the provincial governments. Pakistan food laws cover 104 food items falling into nine broad categories click here
22 Dec 2010 Canada Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updates have been made in many sections of this report including Label Changes on Sodium Diacetate, Processed Horticultural Products, Marine Standards, Vitamin and Mineral Fortification, Organic Foods, Import Procedures, Labeling Service Offices, Non-Resident Importers, and Forms. N click here
22 Dec 2010 South Africa Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The South African Department of Health has recently published new regulations on labeling and advertising of food stuffs which will be effective on March 01, 2011. These regulations provide clear guidance regarding labeling and the advertisement of foodstuffs. Manufacturers of foodstuffs, both nationally and internationally, must adapt their labeling accordingly. The Minister of Trade and Industries has also published new regulations relating to the labeling of GMOs. click here
22 Dec 2010 New Zealand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides a broad overview of export certificate requirements for a representative sample of products exported to New Zealand. All sections of this report have been reviewed and updated to reflect New Zealand’s most recent requirements. However, as these regulations are constantly updated, exporters interested in exporting to New Zealand are encouraged to check relevant websites for the most up-to-date information. click here
21 Dec 2010 Poland Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections were updated. Poland applies EU directives and regulations with but a few exceptions. In 2009 and 2010 implementation of the EU system led to frequent shipment detentions due to outdated Polish forms. U.S. suppliers should verify with the respective FSIS or APHIS Inspection offices or the importer for latest EU/Polish import requirements prior to export. click here
21 Dec 2010 Costa Rica Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Updated on 12/21/2010. Sections updated: Section I. Food Laws. Section IX. Import Procedures. Appendix I. Government Regulatory Agency Contacts. click here
20 Dec 2010 Thailand Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for the import of U.S. products into Thailand. These include standardized requirements for 56 processed and unprocessed food items and individual requirements for popcorn, fruit and vegetables, live animals, boneless beef, canned or preserved meat and poultry products, other processed meat products, processed or frozen seafood, and hides and skins. click here
20 Dec 2010 Spain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an update of SP9011 and outlines the applicable legislation regarding the export of U.S. food products to Spain, particularly those rules that differ from EU legislation or regulation. click here
17 Dec 2010 Japan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists major export certificates required by the Japanese government to export food and agricultural products to Japan. For more information on import requirements, see Japan Food Agriculture Import Requirements and Standards Country Report of December 17. click here
16 Dec 2010 Mexico Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Section I. Food Laws, Section II. Labeling Requirements, Section III. Packing and Container Regulations, Section IV. Food Additive Regulations, Section V. Pesticides and Other Contaminants, Section VI. Other Regulations and Requirements, Section VII. Other Specific Standards, Section VIII. Projected Regulatory Amendments, Section IX. Copyright and/or Trademark Laws, Section X. Import Procedures, Section XI. click here
16 Dec 2010 Venezuela Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Caracas for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. click here
15 Dec 2010 Ukraine Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative There have been very few changes affecting agricultural product quality, safety, and sanitation regulations in Ukraine since submission of the last report. Compulsory Conformity Certification for some food roducts was abolished (see Section VI). Ukraine adopted a few biotech laws but has several draft laws waiting for debate and possible amendments. There is a new biotech law on the registration of GM feeds, but implementing regulations are lacking. Information on Food Laws (Section I) was significantly expanded. Contact information for Ukrainian regulatory authorities has been updated. click here
15 Dec 2010 Sweden Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections updated: I, II and III. As a member of the European Union (EU), Sweden fully applies EU regulations on export certificates. In addition to certificates required by the EU, there are specific sanitary certificate requirements with regard to salmonella for imports of fresh meat, meat preparations and eggs into Sweden. click here
15 Dec 2010 Chile Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification New certification for one-day birds and fertile eggs was negotiated during 2010, see sanitary requirements in Appendix II; new sanitary certification for bovine semen was put out for public comments in the WTO, deadline has finished and we are waiting for the last version, update will be posted in APHIS website when notified; Chile and the United States are negotiating new certificates for frozen/chilled/processed pork and bovine meat, until such process is finish, the declarations given on this report are valid, see Animal product section, page 17 and 18. click here
14 Dec 2010 Colombia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an annual update of the food and agricultural imports regulations and enforcement governmental mechanisms in Colombia. The following sections were updated: SECTION II. LABELING REQUIREMENTS, General Requirements; SECTION III. PACKAGING AND CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS; SECTION IV. FOOD ADDITIVE REGULATIONS; SECTION VI OTHER REGULATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS, Import Duties, Value-added Tax (VAT); SECTION VII. OTHER SPECIFIC STANDARDS Enriched Wheat Flour and GOVERNMENT REGULATORY AGENCY CONTACTS and Appendix III. Food Additives Authorized for groups of Preservatives, acidulates, buffers, pH regulators and antioxidants. click here
13 Dec 2010 Brazil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines regulatory requirements for agricultural imports into Brazil, including import procedures. Compared to the previous report released in 2009, significant modifications have been made on Section III, IV, VI, VII and IX. click here
10 Dec 2010 Hong Kong Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report lists the certificates required by the Hong Kong government (HKG) for U.S. exports to Hong Kong. Certificate samples for various product categories are included in the appendix. There have not been any changes in Hong Kong’s certificate requirements since the 2009 report. click here
10 Dec 2010 Senegal Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on export certificates required by the Government of Senegal for processed food, animal products, live animals (cattle, pets, etc), plants and products for animal consumption. click here
09 Dec 2010 Guatemala Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides a detailed explanation of the export certificates that Government of Guatemala requires for U.S. food and agricultural products to be imported. It contains links to official sites where specific inquiries can be made and responded to (for example, microbiological criteria or standards that must be complied with). It also provides a matrix of certificates required for certain food products, which have requirements from both the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Health. click here
08 Dec 2010 Russia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report highlights the vast certification requirements to export agricultural commodities to Russia. With the adoption of the Customs Union between Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan, the certification will drastically change in 2012 to conform to the New Custom Union Requirements. click here
06 Dec 2010 Kenya Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report focuses on the food and agricultural export certificates required by the Government of Kenya for U.S. agricultural commodities and product shipment to Kenya. FAS/Nairobi presents the information in a matrix format with specific examples of the required documentation in this report’s appendix. click here
02 Dec 2010 Argentina Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards -Certification Argentina's Animal and Plant and Food Safety Agency (SENASA) is in charge of the approval of all health certificates required for the importation of most agricultural products to Argentina. In this report an Export Certificate Matrix and a copy of the majority of the certificates have been included. click here
01 Dec 2010 Morocco Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides an update on the list of certificates required to export food and agricultural products to Morocco. A new model certificate for U.S. equine exports to Morocco has been finalized by USDA/APHIS and the Moroccan Ministry of Agriculture office of food safety ONSSA. A new certificate model for U.S. fishery and aquacultural exports to Morocco has been approved and is now in effect. click here
27 Nov 2010 Saudi Arabia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification The Agricultural Trade Office of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia prepared this report for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since its preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. click here
24 Nov 2010 India Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certificatio Export certification requirements for imports of food products in India are summarized in this report. Since the last report (IN9127 of September 24, 2009) the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has officially become the single regulator for all existing acts and orders related to food safety and standards click here
17 Nov 2010 Bahamas Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative As part of the process to accede to the World Trade Organization (WTO), The Bahamas is in the midst of reforming much of its legislation and regulatory structures on food and agricultural products. New and more detailed labeling requirements, among other changes, are expected to be enacted in 2011. click here
17 Nov 2010 Cuba Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The United States allows for the export of agricultural products to Cuba in conformity with the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000. U.S. suppliers willing to navigate a detailed set of U.S. regulatory controls related to exporting to Cuba, will find that the island is fairly receptive to U.S. products. This report provides information on Cuba's regulatory environment as it relates to U.S. agricultural exports. click here
16 Nov 2010 Croatia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report provides information on the export certificates required by the Government of Croatia for processed food, agricultural food products, live animals (cattle, pets, etc), products for animal consumption, and feed. All sections of this annual report were updated in November 2010. It should be noted that due to Croatia’s rapid harmonization of food legislation with EU legislation, information in this report should be double checked for obsolescence with the USDA office in Croatia click here
09 Nov 2010 Trinidad And Tobago Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification U.S. Suppliers need to be mindful of certification requirements for agricultural products entering Trinidad and Tobago. Although Trinidad and Tobago is quite receptive to U.S. products and all required certificates can be readily obtained by U.S. suppliers, careful attention to certification details will help prevent costly customs clearance problems. This report outlines Trinidad and Tobago’s certification requirements and includes an Export Certificate Matrix as well as examples of select Export Certificates. click here
09 Nov 2010 Netherlandantil Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative On October 10, 2010, the Netherlands Antilles was dissolved in favor of a new political arrangement which gives the larger and more developed islands of Curaçao and Sint Maarten greater autonomy, while redefining the three smaller islands as Dutch municipalitie click here
28 Oct 2010 El Salvador Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Sections Updated: Section I. List of all Export Certificates Required by Government and Section II. Purpose of Specific Export Certificate (s). click here
12 Oct 2010 Australia Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative All sections of this report have been reviewed and updated to reflect new or updated laws and regulations. Australia is a major producer of raw materials and processed foods, but imports a growing volume of food and beverages. Imports have increased steadily over recent years. click here
27 Aug 2010 Ghana Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Accra, Ghana for U.S. exporters of food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since it‟s preparation, or because clear and consistent information about these policies was not available. click here
26 Jul 2010 Israel Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative In the current report the following sections have been updated:Heavy Metals in Foodstuffs - The Israeli Ministry of Health has increased monitoring on imported food products in recent months.; The maximum limits of the following food color additives E1520, E1518, and E1505 were changed.; Import Procedure paragraph was modified.; New requirements for the export of pet food from the United States to Israel.; Inspection of Animal Feed paragraph was modified.; Fish and Fish Products Import and Distribution system. click here
21 Jul 2010 Nigeria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report was prepared by the Office of Agricultural Affairs of the USDA/Foreign Agricultural Service in Lagos, Nigeria for U.S. exporters of domestic food and agricultural products. While every possible care was taken in the preparation of this report, information provided may not be completely accurate either because policies have changed since it‟s preparation, or because clear information about these policies were not available. It is highly recommended that U.S. exporters verify the full set of import requirements with their foreign customers, who are normally best equipped to research such matters with local authorities, before any goods are shipped. click here
11 May 2010 Oman Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Details on required certificates for the Sultanate of Oman are available inside this report. click here
15 Apr 2010 Barbados Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides information on Barbados's regulatory environment as it relates to imports of U.S. agricultural products. Despite having certain licensing requirements for selected products and extensive labeling requirements for most foodstuffs, U.S. suppliers will find Barbados to be a relatively open market for most U.S. products. click here
04 Apr 2010 Bahrain Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Details on Bahrain required export certificates are available inside this report click here
21 Jan 2010 Nicaragua Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards This report lists Nicaraguan import requirements for export certificates and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs and processed food products. click here
19 Oct 2009 Kuwait Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification Same as last year except section III which indicates that Kuwait Customs requires that the invoice and the country of origin certificate by notarized by the Arab American Chamber of Commerce. click here
18 Oct 2009 Qatar Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification ASSESSMENTS OF COMMODITY AND TRADE ISSUES MADE BY USDA STAFF are not necessarily statements of official U.S. Government policy click here
21 Sep 2009 Greece Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updated contact information for Greece and gives an overview of Greek food laws in the EU context. Information on EU Member State specific requirements can be found in the FAIRS reports prepared by the Offices of Agricultural Affairs in the individual EU Member States: click here
17 Sep 2009 Jordan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Certification This report covers updates to Jordan's food and agricultural import regulations and standards. click here
28 Aug 2009 France Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report is an overview of French food and agricultural import regulations which supplements the FAIRS GAIN Report for the European Union (E49058) dated August 7, 2009. click here
13 Aug 2009 Taiwan Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report provides updates on Taiwan’s Food and Import Regulations with substantial revisions occurring in Section V, Pesticides and Other Containments, and in Section VI, Tariffs and Import Controls. In 2009, Taiwan employed stricter border maximum residue limit (MRL) controls but the authorities also dedicated more resources to address MRL applications of priority interest to trading partners including the U.S., though a substantial backlog remains. This report also provides expanded coverage of requirements for the importation of pet food into Taiwan. click here
12 Aug 2009 Korea Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative The new certification program for processed organic food products, the draft biotech labeling requirements, and the Special Act on Children‟s Dietary Life Safety Management have been added. Labeling requirements including the inner package labeling requirements for double packaged products and a restriction of the use of a picture/photo of ingredients for a product with synthetic flavors have been updated. click here
31 Jul 2009 Dominic Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Sections updated: I Food Laws and Government regulatory agency contacts. Appendix V Import Procedures. click here
28 Jul 2009 Egypt Arab Republic Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Report highlights includes Section I : New and updated information; Section II: Updated information; Section III: No change; Section IV: No change; Section V: No change; Section VI: No change;Section VII: Updated information; Section VIII: Updated information; Section IX: No change click here
Syria Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative Syria is permitting gradual imports of processed foods and the list of permitted imports is expanding. An import permit is necessary. Shipment documents have to be notarized by the Syrian embassy in the country of origin. Syrian labeling regulations do not provide for GMO’s, organic foods, nutrient contents, additives, and pesticide residues. Food additives are permitted in general as long as they are permitted to be used in the country of origin. Syrian customs does not permit custom clearing of food stuffs if half the shelf life has passed. click here
Philippines Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative This report outlines Philippine government requirements for the importation of food and agricultural products. This report aims to assist U.S. exporters by providing information on labeling, packaging, permitted ingredients and other information. It also provides points of contact for key Philippine government authorities, U.S. government and trade associations. Sections I on Food Laws; IV on Other Regulations and VII on Animal Feed Ingredients have been updated. click here
 

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