South Korea announces a ban on the import of betel nuts

2023-12-06

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea issued a notice on December 4, 2023, announcing a ban on the import of betel nuts. This decision was made after the discovery of highly toxic pesticides in betel nuts imported from Taiwan, China. South Korea imports dozens of tons of betel nuts from different sources each year, mainly for use as traditional Chinese medicine.

The EU Releases New Energy Efficiency Regulations for Domestic Clothes Dryers

2023-12-05

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2023-12-04

The water transportation requirements and testing standards for lithium - battery - type dangerous goods at Shanghai Port provide comprehensive guidance and suggestions for enterprises engaged in related businesses, ensuring that goods are safely and compliantly transported through Shanghai Port, an important hub of international trade.

Turkey Initiates Anti - Circumvention Investigations into Chinese Plywood and Vulcanized Rubber Conveyor Belts

2023-11-30

The Turkish Ministry of Trade announced the initiation of anti - circumvention investigations on plywood and vulcanized rubber conveyor belts originating from China, Vietnam and India to examine whether these products are exported to Turkey via Malaysia to evade anti - dumping duties.

Turkey Launches Anti - circumvention Investigation on Chinese Photovoltaic Modules

2023-11-29

The Turkish Ministry of Trade announced the initiation of an anti - circumvention investigation on photovoltaic modules originating from China, aiming to examine whether Chinese products are exported to Turkey through third - party countries to evade anti - dumping duties.

India Continues Anti - Dumping Duties on Chinas 4A Zeolite

2023-11-28

The Revenue Department of the Ministry of Finance of India has decided to continue to impose anti - dumping duties on Chinas 4A zeolite, maintaining a tax rate of 163.90 to 207.72 US dollars per metric ton, affecting Chinese producers and exporters.

Regulatory Developments in Asian Cosmetics in October 2023

2023-11-27

October 2023 Asian Cosmetics Regulatory Updates covered important regulatory changes in Taiwan (China), Indonesia, South Korea and Singapore, including revisions to cosmetic product information filing guidelines, sales restrictions for imported goods on e-commerce platforms, recommendation letters for cosmetic notification applicants, adjustments to cosmetic import requirements, and guidelines for alternative animal testing methods.

The European Commissions Reply to the Re - evaluation of Glyphosate

2023-11-27

The European Commission has responded to the re - evaluation of glyphosate, involving new related impurities and carcinogenicity issues, based on a comprehensive scientific assessment and consideration.

Overview of EU Feed Additive Regulations - Analysis of General Requirements

2023-11-22

As a global economic powerhouse, the EUs management and regulation of the feed industry have widespread impacts worldwide. This article aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the EUs regulatory framework for feed additives, covering the responsibilities of competent authorities, functional classification of feed additives, and labeling requirements, to assist enterprises operating in the EU market.