Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) continues its policy of inspecting every shipment of fresh durian from Việt Nam until April 30. This initiative, confirmed by the Vietnam Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei, aims to ensure food safety compliance.
The TFDA initially enforced a 100% inspection policy on Vietnamese durian imports starting August 12, following the failure of four shipments to meet safety standards within six months. Originally set to expire on February 11, this policy has now been extended.
TFDA mandates that food businesses adhere to self-regulation requirements, conducting internal inspections and maintaining detailed records. Importers under food safety monitoring must halt sales, recall shipments, and report to authorities if products pose health risks.
Simultaneously, China has intensified regulations on durian imports from Việt Nam and Thailand. By late 2024, all durian shipments to China must carry certification verifying the absence of Auramine O (Basic Yellow 2 – BY2), with customs conducting additional tests.
In the European Union, Vietnamese durian exports face increased border inspection rates, now at 20% from the previous 10%, due to past pesticide residue violations.
This increased scrutiny in multiple markets underscores the pressure on Vietnamese durian exporters to meet international food safety standards.
Source: VietNam News