In September 2024, China’s General Administration of Customs rejected 471 batches of imported food, marking a 56.5% increase from August. Major reasons for rejection included non-compliance with national food standards, unqualified labeling, and mismatched certificates, detection of animal disease and packaging issue. Key cases included overuse of food additives in snacks, unapproved ginseng extracts in lozenges, and excessive caffeine levels in energy drinks. These rejections emphasize the importance of strict compliance with Chinese food safety standards for a successful market entry.
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East Africa
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Kenya