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EU Revises Maximum Residue Limits for Total Copper in Certain Foods
On April 16, 2026, the Official Journal of the European Union published Commission Regulation (EU) 2026/840, amending Annexes II and III of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 regarding maximum residue limits (MRLs) for copper compounds. The regulation will enter into force 20 days after publication, be binding in its entirety, and directly applicable in all Member States.
EU MRL copper residue food regulation revision
Apr 22, 2026
Türkiye Revises Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Wheat Flour
On April 13, 2026, Türkiye notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Committee through document G/SPS/N/TUR/157 of a draft amendment to the Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Wheat Flour (2013/9). The revision aims to regulate wheat flour ingredients and ensure food safety and market fairness. The new regulation is expected to enter into force on July 10, 2026, with a 90-day transition period for operators.
​Türkiye WTO SPS wheat flour food codex additive restriction food safety revision
Apr 17, 2026
Türkiye Revises Bread Regulation
On April 13, 2026, Türkiye notified through WTO/SPS communication (G/SPS/N/TUR/158) a draft amendment to the Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Bread and Bread Products (2012/2). The draft explicitly prohibits the use of roasted malt flour, roasted chickpea flour, and dark malt extracts, as well as other coloring and flavoring ingredients that produce brown or black coloration in bread and related products. The new regulation is scheduled to enter into force on July 10, 2026, with a transition period until December 31, 2026.
Türkiye WTO SPS bread regulation food authenticity additive ban revision
Apr 17, 2026
United States Releases Annual Report on Export Certification Requirements for China's Food and Agricultural Products
On April 10, 2026, the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued Report No. CH2026-0025, the Annual Report on Export Certification for China's Food and Agricultural Products.
United States USDA FAS China export certificate food trade registration GACC280
Apr 17, 2026
Cross-border E-commerce Special Medical Purpose Foods for Personal Use Only, Strictly Prohibited from Resale
Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) are specially formulated products designed to meet the unique nutritional or dietary needs of individuals with restricted food intake, impaired digestion or absorption, metabolic disorders, or specific medical conditions. These products are directly related to the health and safety of vulnerable groups. China implements strict registration and regulatory supervision over FSMP, and any illegal or non-compliant business activities will be seriously investigated and penalized in accordance with the law.
China FSMP food safety registration compliance cross-border e-commerce ban
Apr 03, 2026
Japan Proposes to Revise the Enforcement Regulations of the Plant Protection Act and Related Regulations
On March 10, 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) of Japan issued a notice proposing revisions to the Enforcement Regulations of the Plant Protection Act and related regulations, and opened a public consultation with a deadline of April 8, 2026.
Japan MAFF revision plant protection quarantine pests import export consultation
Apr 03, 2026
Türkiye Proposes to Revise Wheat Flour Standard
On March 27, 2026, the General Directorate of Food and Control of Türkiye issued Announcement No. 2026/7, proposing revisions to the wheat flour standard. The public consultation period is open until May 4, 2026.
Türkiye standard revision wheat flour additives consultation food
Apr 01, 2026
India Lifts Wheat Export Ban
According to Business Standard of India, the Indian central government has recently lifted the wheat export ban that had been in place since May 2022, approving the export of 2.5 million tonnes of wheat and 0.5 million tonnes of wheat products. The government stated that wheat production and stockpiles in the new fiscal year are expected to reach record highs, and that current inventories are sufficient, ensuring that exports will not affect food security.
India wheat export ban lifting policy trade food security
Mar 30, 2026
Algeria Advances Agricultural Production Projects to Enhance Food Security
According to a report by Algerian media Algérie360 on March 11, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Youcef Cherfa chaired a coordination meeting to launch two strategic projects aimed at enhancing agricultural production capacity and promoting the transformation of scientific research results. Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Kamel Baddari, along with representatives from multiple research institutions and relevant economic entities, attended the meeting.
Algeria agricultural production food security banana seedlings seed production import reduction
Mar 30, 2026
China SAMR Issues Q&A on Registration of FSMP under New National Standards
On March 18, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation released a Q&A document titled Registration of Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP) under New National Standards. The document aims to guide enterprises in conducting product registration in accordance with two newly issued national food safety standards
China SAMR FSMP Registration National Standard GB29922 GB31662 Food for Special Medical Purpose
Mar 23, 2026
South Korea Plans to Revise Agricultural and Aquatic Product Origin Labeling Guidelines
On March 10, 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs of Korea (MAFRA) issued Announcement No. 2026-176, proposing revisions to the guidelines for origin labeling of agricultural and aquatic products. The public consultation period ends on March 31, 2026.
South Korea MAFRA labeling agricultural products aquatic products composite ingredients HS code
Mar 13, 2026
Philippines Issues Rice Labeling Guidelines
On March 5, 2026, the Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) issued Notice No. 1, 2026, establishing guidelines for rice labeling. The notice will take effect 15 days after its publication in newspapers nationwide.
Philippines DA rice labeling import retail guideline
Mar 11, 2026
China Issues Detailed Rules for the Review of Production Licenses for Food for Special Medical Purposes
On March 3, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation issued Announcement No. 11 of 2026, releasing the Detailed Rules for the Review of Production Licenses for Food for Special Medical Purposes (2026 Edition), which came into effect on the date of issuance. Compared with the 2025 edition, the new version adds the following content:
China SAMR food for special medical purposes FSMP production license review rules food safety
Mar 09, 2026
2026 Foodmate Online Spring Special Q&A Session – Food Compliance Live Successfully Held
From February 27–28, 2026, the Food Compliance Special Session of the 2026 Foodmate Online Spring Carnival, organized by the Compliance Division of Foodmate, was successfully held via Chinese-language livestream.
Foodmate Food compliance export regulation label FSMP Novel Food
Mar 05, 2026
Australia Approves Amendments to the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code
On February 18, 2026, Food Standards Australia New Zealand issued Notification No. 381-26 approving amendments to the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, concerning compositional requirements for infant formula products for special medical purposes (FSMP) and other miscellaneous matters.
Australia FSANZ Food Standards Code infant formula for special medical purposes
Mar 03, 2026
South Korea Revises Required Document List for Importing Agricultural, Forestry, and Fishery Products
On February 5, 2026, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety of South Korea (MFDS) revised the requirements for the list of documents required for importing agricultural, forestry, and fishery products. The revised requirements will come into effect on July 1, 2026.
South Korea MFDS import document list revision agricultural products fishery products phytosan
Feb 10, 2026
The U.S. FDA Releases a Request for Information (RFI) regarding labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged food
On January 21, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding labeling and preventing cross-contact of gluten in packaged food. The deadline for feedback is March 23, 2026. This is the FDA's first step in improving label transparency and a specific initiative under the "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) strategy.
US FDA Request for Information (RFI) labeling cross-contact gluten packaged food
Jan 29, 2026
Switzerland Revises Regulations on Variable Import Duties for Certain Food Products
On January 21, 2026, the Swiss Federal Department of Economic Affairs (FDEA) issued an amending ordinance No. 632.111.722.1. The amendment mainly distinguishes, for agri-food products under different tariff codes, between preferential imports from the European Union and the United Kingdom and other general imports.
Switzerland Revision Regulation Variable Import Duties Food Product
Jan 26, 2026
United States Revises Allergen Labeling Requirements for Food Packaging
According to a notice published in the Federal Register on January 21, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued Notice No. 2026-01121, revising the requirements for allergen labeling on food packaging.
US FDA Revision Allergen Labeling Food Packaging
Jan 23, 2026
New Zealand Withdraws Proposal to Increase Glyphosate Limits and Prohibits Direct Use on Food Grains
New Zealand Withdraws Proposal to Increase Glyphosate Limits and Prohibits Direct Use on Food Grains
New Zealand NZFSA Glyphosate Limit Prohibit Direct Use Food Grains
Jan 19, 2026
Estonia Revises Regulations on the Provision of Information for Non-Prepacked Foods
On 20 December 2025, the Estonian Official Gazette published Regulation No. 106 of 2025 issued by the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture, revising Regulation No. 24 of 2015 on requirements for providing information to consumers on non-prepacked foods. The revision entered into force on 23 December 2025.
Estonia Revision Regulation Information Non-Prepacked Food
Jan 16, 2026
EU Proposes to Revise Existing Maximum Residue Levels for Tebufenozide in Tree Nuts
On 12 January 2026, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) published document No. 10.2903/j.efsa.2026.9819, proposing revisions to the existing maximum residue levels (MRLs) for tebufenozide in tree nuts.
EU Revision Maximum Residue Tebufenozide Tree Nuts
Jan 15, 2026
Japan Revises Food Labeling Standards
On January 13, 2026, Japan's Consumer Affairs Agency revised the Food Labeling Standards by adding "cashew nuts" to Annex 14 (Specified Ingredients). 
Japan Revision Food Labeling Standard
Jan 14, 2026
United States Revises Standards for Baking Mix Flour
On December 31, 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture revised the standards for baking mix flour, with implementation taking effect upon issuance. The main contents are as follows:(1) Sodium content per serving (1/3 cup) shall be ≤410mg/45g, or sodium content per serving shall be ≤911mg/100g;
US Revises Standards Baking Mix Flour
Jan 04, 2026
Switzerland Revises "Regulations on the Import of Agricultural Products"
On December 29, 2025, the Swiss Federal Department of Home Affairs issued document AS 2025 866, revising the "Regulations on the Import of Agricultural Products." The revisions will take effect on January 1, 2026.
Switzerland Revises Regulations Import Agricultural Products
Dec 30, 2025
Côte d'Ivoire Proposes Revision of Rice and Mayonnaise Standards
On December 29, 2025, the Côte d'Ivoire Standards Bureau proposed revisions to the standards for rice and mayonnaise. The feedback period for comments is open until February 6, 2026. The main amendments include:(1) Addition of microbiological standards for rice: total plate count <1,000 cfu/g; Bacillus spp. <1×10² cfu/g; yeast and mold <1×10² cfu/g.
Côte d'Ivoire Proposes Revision Rice Mayonnaise Standards
Dec 30, 2025
South Korea Issues Revised Announcement on "Safety Standards for Harmful Substances in Agricultural and Fishery Products at the Production Stage"
On December 29, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) of South Korea issued a revised announcement on the "Safety Standards for Harmful Substances in Agricultural and Fishery Products at the Production Stage" (MFDS Announcement No. 2025-528).
South Korea Issues Announcement Safety Standards Harmful Agricultural Fishery Products
Dec 29, 2025
China's Bulk Food Safety Remains Stable with Low Non-Compliance Rates for Five Consecutive Years
On December 24, 2025, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced the overall food safety situation for 2025. The results indicate that China's food safety status remains generally stable, with the non-compliance rates for bulk food categories such as rice, flour, cooking oil, meat, and dairy consistently staying low for five consecutive years. Significant improvements have also been observed in key inspection indicators.
China Food Safety Low Non-Compliance Rate
Dec 26, 2025
Canada allows use of phospholipase A1 in bread and flour products
On December 22, 2025, a Notice of modification to the List of Permitted Food Enzymes to enable the use of phospholipase A1 from Trichoderma reesei GICC03613 in bread, flour, whole wheat flour and unstandardized bakery products.
Canada Phospholipase A1 Bread Flour Products
Dec 23, 2025
EU Court Rules: No Duplicate Nutrition Labeling Required for Foods for Special Medical Purposes
On December 11, 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled that nutrition information must not be repeated on labels of Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMPs). Article 5(2)(g) and Article 6(2) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/128 of September 25, 2015, should be interpreted as follows: energy values and nutrient contents per portion or per consumption unit displayed on the front of FSMP packaging—if the mandatory nutrition declaration on the back of the packaging already includes the same elements per 100 grams or 100 milliliters—do not constitute "product characteristics" as referred to in Article 5(2)(g) of the Regulation. Instead, such repetition falls under the duplication of mandatory nutrition information prohibited by Article 6(2) of the Regulation.
EU Court No Duplicate Nutrition Labeling FSMP
Dec 16, 2025
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