9 de April de 2025 - zeumat
On April 9, China’s State Council Food Safety Office announced new regulations to enhance risk control for imported food products, particularly targeting cross-border ecommerce in China. These measures, outlined in the Opinions on Further Strengthening Full-Chain Food Safety Supervision, aim to ensure the quality of imported foods entering the Chinese market—a critical step to protect consumers and regulate the rapid growth of cross-border trade.
China’s General Administration of Customs will collaborate with market regulators to:
Share real-time information on health alerts, non-compliance issues, or fraud related to imported products.
Harmonize inspection standards between customs and local regulators.
Establish a “negative list” specific to cross-border ecommerce, banning high-risk foods (e.g., unauthorized supplements, uncertified dairy products).
The Chinese government will prioritize:
Digital platform oversight: Platforms like Tmall Global or JD Worldwide must verify the traceability of food products sold.
Storage controls: Bonded warehouses must comply with stricter hygiene requirements.
Harsher penalties: Fines up to 10 times the product value for severe violations under the Food Safety Law.
Mandatory training programs: Foreign companies must attend workshops on Chinese regulations.
EU collaboration: China will push for mutual recognition agreements (e.g., EU organic standards vs. China’s GB standards).
Increased consumer trust: The “approved by Chinese customs” label can boost sales of premium Spanish products.
Competitiveness against the U.S.: Amid U.S.-China tariffs, Spain can position itself as an alternative gourmet food supplier.
Compliance costs: Translation of labels, lab testing, and certifications may increase expenses by 15–20%.
Customs delays: Inspections are expected to take 30% longer during the initial implementation phase.
Use keywords like “cross-border ecommerce in China” and “Spanish food imports” in product descriptions.
Publish guides on Chinese platforms (Xiaohongshu, WeChat) explaining Spanish quality standards.
While China’s new regulations pose challenges, they offer Spanish companies an opportunity to stand out in the cross-border ecommerce in China market by:
Transparency: Highlight certifications and verifiable traceability.
Differentiation: Emphasize European origins and EU quality controls.
Agility: Partner with logistics providers specialized in cross-border trade.
Written by Wenyang Zhong
Source: BJNEWS
