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On October 24, 2023, the South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued instructions for agricultural product import inspections. Inspection time: October 26th to December 12th 14. (7 weeks) Inspection method: Inspect once in different packaging locations Inspection objects and items: Category inspection items Sichuan pepper, cumin, mulberry tree, mugwort, lingzhi, longan, castor seed, lettuce, Dongfeng vegetable, pepper, celery random sampling inspection Vegetables, oak, lentils, tremella, dates, lime, cowpeas, pumpkin seeds, broccoli, strawberries, and rolls 510 types of pesticide projects for vegetables, chicory, and durian Merier Nutritional Science hereby reminds enterprises with export business to South Korea to conduct risk monitoring in advance and avoid risks. Violation of Food Exports from China to South Korea According to the violation data released by the South Korean Food and Drug Administration, there were a total of 234 cases of agricultural food products or...

In recent years, with the gradual improvement of social living standards and medical standards, the health awareness of Chinese residents has been continuously enhanced. The novel coronavirus pneumonia epidemic since the beginning of 2020 has made everyone more aware of the importance of health and the pursuit of health more urgent. Therefore, health food with specific health care functions and can adjust the body's functions has gradually become the focus of consumers. At present, there is no unified conclusion on health food, and the names and supervision methods of such products vary from country to country. The above only shows the relevant laws and regulations of some countries. At the same time, it can also be seen that there are some commonalities in the positioning and requirements of such products, such as the requirements for the raw materials used in the products, the requirements for the health function/purpose of use of the products, and the similar available dosage fo...

What do we need to know about "nuclear radiation"? Let’s take a look today. Although these three words sound a bit scary, in daily life, nuclear radiation is almost everywhere In addition to the above-mentioned natural radiation, there are many sources of artificial radiation: such as using computers, mobile phones, radiological examinations in hospitals, engaging in nuclear radiation-related work, etc., not to mention nuclear leaks caused by nuclear power plant explosions and illegal discharge of nuclear wastewater into the sea. Product contamination, etc. At very high doses, radiation can damage tissue and organ function, with major symptoms including: 1. Cardiovascular system: Causes headaches, palpitations, menstrual disorders in some women, bradycardia, reduced stroke volume, sinus arrhythmia, reduced white blood cells and platelets, fatigue, decreased immune function, etc.; 2. Nervous system: Causes memory loss, emotional instability, insomnia, etc. 3. Visual system: It...

The current status of new food declarations in the EU is that half of new applications are being terminated for non-compliance with transparency laws. The European Commission defines "new food" as food that was not widely consumed in the EU before May 15, 1997. This includes innovative, newly developed foods and foods produced using new processes or techniques. Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 regulates these foods and requires that they be proven safe before being approved. Since the entry into force of EU 2019/1381, which aims to make the risk assessment of the food chain more transparent, reliable, objective, and independent, 51 applications for new food products have been submitted. Two-thirds of these applications are still in the receiving stage, while 19 have been reviewed and nine have undergone the security assessment stage. The remaining 10 applications have been terminated. The reason for the terminations is primarily related to non-compliance with transparency regulation...

The updated European regulations on manganese and vitamin D levels are based on the recommendations of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). The EFSA's expert panel on nutrition, new foods, and food allergens (NDA) conducted a scientific review on the upper levels of vitamin D intake. They also determined a conversion factor for converting 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 to vitamin D3, which is required for use on product labels. The review included an analysis of the bioavailability of 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 compared to vitamin D3, as well as the adverse health effects of excessive vitamin D intake. The adverse effects mainly involved persistent hypercalcemia and musculoskeletal health-related issues like falls and fractures. Based on the review, a conversion factor of 2.5 for converting 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 to vitamin D was proposed for use on product labels. This means that one microgram of vitamin D is equivalent to one microgram of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), one microgram of ergoca...

The summer heat is getting stronger, and it’s time to show off grapes again. Unlike apples and watermelons, grapes have a layer of white frost on their surface, which makes them look unclean. Some people always wonder - is it pesticides? In fact, it is just the "fruit powder" on the grape skin, which is a sugar alcohol substance produced by the grape itself and attached to the grape skin. It is mainly used to prevent water evaporation and resist bacterial infection, and is the protector of grapes. This substance is insoluble in water and is not harmful to human health, so there is no need to worry. Of course, it is normal to use pesticides during the growth process of grapes, and there may also be certain pesticide residues on the surface. But as long as it does not exceed national standards, it is safe to eat. If you are really worried, you can cut the grapes into small bunches before cleaning, and use running water to wash away the floating particles and impurities on the s...

China Feed Breeding Industry Conference On October 13, 2023, the 2023 China Feed Breeding Industry Conference, sponsored by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Food, Soil and Animal Husbandry, supported by the National Feed Engineering Technology Research Center, and co organized by the China Grain and Oil Business Network, was held in Zhengzhou, Henan. Merier Nutrition Science (China) attended the conference and jointly explored the path of high-quality development of China's feed industry. The conference invited multiple experts, scholars, and excellent industries from both domestic and international sources to conduct a comprehensive and multi-dimensional in-depth analysis of feed breeding, energy feed, protein feed, and market investment opportunities, helping participants in the feed raw material industry chain to better layout and operate. As a globally leading third-party testing, consulting, training, auditing, and certification agency focused on food ind...

FDA customs clearance process detail: How to successfully introduce the product into the US market.   FDA clearance is a complex process that requires compliance with a number of rules and regulations. Here's a general idea of the process:   Preparing documents: You will need to prepare a series of documents, including import licenses, manifest of goods, invoices, packing lists, product instructions, FDA registration certificates, etc. You will also need to ensure the accuracy and completeness of these documents.   Arrive at U.S. Customs: When your shipment arrives at U.S. Customs, a customs officer will inspect and review the shipment. If your shipment meets the requirements, the customs officer will release your shipment, otherwise your shipment may be detained and returned.   Inspection and Audit: Before the shipment passes through Customs, FDA officials will inspect and review your product to ensure that it meets FDA regulations and standards. Approval and Releas...

China  is a major producer of fresh and processed tomatoes, accounting for 1/3 or more of the world's annual output. It is the world's largest tomato producer. At present, tomatoes have been put on the market, and related products have also entered their peak production period. However, to ensure the smooth launch of products, pesticide residue levels must meet the requirements of national standards of various countries. As the world attaches great importance to food safety, pesticide residue limits in various countries are constantly updated. China: There are 242 limit requirements for tomatoes in the "National Food Safety Standard Maximum Residue Limits of Pesticides in Food" (GB 2763-2021), and together with the items in the 2763.1-2022 supplementary version, there are a total of 248 items. In addition, there are 128 items for cherry tomatoes, 79 items for tomato paste, 50 items for dried tomatoes, and 39 items for tomato juice. GB 2763 adds new pesticides and limi...

On March 17, 2023, South Korea ’ s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued import inspection instructions for processed fruit and vegetable products (frozen fruits).   Inspection time : 2023.3.20~2023.6.19 Inspection method: Products from the same manufacturer and the same product name are inspected once each. *Additional inspections may be performed if necessary. Inspection objects and inspection items:   Classification Food type Check item M anufactured F ood Fruit and vegetable processed products   Made from 100% agricultural products   Simply processed frozen fruit products   510 pesticides and freezing specifications   （ Total bacterial colonies, E. coli, etc. ）   Violations in food exports from China to South Korea   According to statistics released by the Korean Food and Drug Administration, there were 294 cases of violations of agricultural and food products exported from China to South Korea in 2022.   It is worth noting that ...

China is a big producer of tea, whether it is exported or domestic sales have huge advantages. From the perspective of the domestic market, the sales situation of various categories of spring tea in 23 years is significantly better than last year, with moderate prices, smooth sales and less inventory pressure. According to customs data, as of June, China's 2023 tea exports were 175,000 tons, a year-on-year decrease of 3.02%, the cumulative export value was 847 million US dollars, a year-on-year decrease of 14.14%, the average export price from January to June was 4.84 US dollars/kg, down 11.47% from the same period last year. Although the export market is not booming, there are still growing categories and markets. In terms of types, from January to June 2023, the exports of green tea (146,300 tons), black tea (13,400 tons), Pu-erh tea (872 tons) and black tea (138 tons) showed a downward trend, with the largest decline of 19.95% for black tea; Oolong tea (11,000 tons) exports incr...

(2-oxoindoline-3,3-diyl)bis(4,1-phenylene) dipropionate : is a derivative of diacetophenol butyl (CAS: 115-33-3), the main function is to help defecate, discharge the body of excess   accumulation. According to national regulations, Western medicine ingredients can not be added to food or health food, and diacetophenol butyl, sodium picosulfate, sennoside and other Western medicines are prohibited in food by the state. Therefore, in order to avoid the risk of Western medicine addition, some businesses choose derivatives with different structures to add in food to achieve the claimed weight loss effect.   At present, the Shaanxi  UCGS  laboratory of Meriere Nutrition Science    has completed the development and verification of dipofobutine, which can provide safety testing services for weight loss food and health food. Serial Number Project Name Test Method Scope of Application 1 ((2-oxoindoline-3,3-diyl)bis(4,1-phenylene) dipropionate) Internal method food...