Update on the latest EU food export regulations in 2024
March 11, 2024
With the continuous improvement of food safety standards, the EU has recently updated and adjusted its food regulations. This article will introduce the latest regulatory requirements that food companies exporting to the EU must understand. I. Expanded Use of Genetically Modified Rapeseed GT 73 Main Regulatory Content: The Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/388 recently published by the European Commission marks the expansion of the use of genetically modified rapeseed GT...
U.S. policy towards China's Auto Industry: Competition, Elections, and Innovation
March 11, 2024
Since February 2023, the United States has significantly increased its attention to Chinas automotive industry. The U.S. Department of Commerce has listed Chinese connected vehicles as a policy priority and plans to take corresponding measures. The reasons behind this decision are complex and diverse, involving the importance of the U.S. automotive industry, considerations of electoral politics, and the rapid rise of Chinas automotive industry. The strategic position of the U.S. automotive industry...
The new regulations for lithium-ion battery 3C certification will be implemented from August 1st
March 7, 2024
From August 1, 2024, China will implement compulsory product certification for lithium-ion batteries (3C certification), in accordance with the announcement of the General Administration of Market Regulation on the implementation of compulsory product certification management for products such as lithium-ion batteries (No. 10 2023).
The U.S. International Trade Commission makes a final ruling on negative injury to imported tinplate
February 18, 2024
On February 6, 2024, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issued a critical vote to terminate the anti-dumping-negative industrial damage of Tin Mill Products imported from Canada, China and Germany and to terminate the anti-subsidy-negative industrial damage of China imported from the U.S. Department of Commerce.
EU January New Trade Regulation Ban: Environmental Action and Sanctions Update
February 4, 2024
In today’s globalized world, trade regulations are not only a legal tool for regulating international economic activities, but also an important tool for countries (or regions) to advance their strategic goals and address global challenges on the global stage. Recently, the European Union has adopted a series of new regulations and sanctions aimed at further limiting climate change, safeguarding regional security and promoting a green economic transition.
Gold and its products import and export procedures, declaration process and regulatory requirements
January 29, 2024
Since March 2023, the global gold market has experienced dramatic volatility, with China’s gold retail market prominent. The rise in prices does not seem to weaken consumer buying enthusiasm, especially the younger generation’s pursuit of gold products. However, with the rise in gold prices and price differences between domestic and foreign markets due to factors such as exchange rates, tax rates, etc., the gold market has become more attractive.
Certain products such as photoresists are exempt from import licenses
January 9, 2024
In the era of globalization, the prosperous development of the high-tech industry and the balance of safety compliance are increasingly valued. Recently, the Ministry of Public Security and relevant departments jointly issued an announcement on the optimization of services management measures for specific products containing parts of γ-dine ester, is reflecting this balance effort. This move aims to ensure the smoothness of the industrial supply chain, while ensuring the safety compliance of related products.
New UK wine labelling regulations to come in 2024
January 3, 2024
The UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has announced that from January 1, 2024, all wine imported into England will be subject to new labeling regulations. This change is one of the adjustments to food and beverage industry policies after Brexit, aimed at ensuring the source and quality standards of wine. Detailed Explanation of New Labeling Regulations 1. Marking of Company Name and Address for Imported Wine...
Türkiye's new regulations on chemical registration KKDIK
December 28, 2023
I. Background On December 23, 2023, the Turkish government officially announced the formal publication of the revised regulation on Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (KKDIK). This new regulation adjusts the formal registration deadlines for chemicals and implements phased management based on annual production or import volumes and the hazard categories of substances. This revision affects companies that place chemicals on the Turkish market...