Background
MPI has been requested to provide a register of all production and processing establishments (e.g. packing facilities) involved in exports of fruit and vegetable products to China. This register will need to list products by commodity/product. MPI is aware that a similar request has been made by China to all other trading partners.
MPI understands this request has stemmed from COVID-19 concerns. By capturing this data, MPI wants to ensure current trade is not adversely affected by these concerns.
MPI understands that the information provided will not be used at this stage as a border clearance tool at the Chinese border.
MPI is examining how to best facilitate clearance of exports against any list provided to China customs officials. This will include assessing what information already exists with MPI, such as the Food Act registration, and what information industry will be able to provide.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Hamish Campbell Hamish.Campbell@mpi.govt.nz
Telephone: 64-4-831 7355 | Mobile: 022-011 2418
Regards Andrew Bristol
HortNZ Communications Manager
Ph 021 021 62 021
Email andrew.bristol@hortnz.co.nz
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