Russia’s Agroexport has outlined the essential regulatory framework for exporting dairy products to China. The General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China requires foreign dairy exporters to comply with Decrees No. 248 and No. 249, which mandate full alignment with Chinese national safety standards, strict HACCP implementation, and approved use of additives and packaging materials. These guidelines are vital for global dairy companies aiming to access China’s highly regulated and lucrative dairy market.
As China remains one of the most profitable yet tightly regulated markets for food products, Russia’s Agroexport has released updated compliance guidelines for international dairy exporters. These updates follow Decrees No. 248 and No. 249 issued by the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China.
Agroexport, a key state agency supporting Russian agricultural exports, emphasized that gaining approval to export dairy products to China requires rigorous registration, safety documentation, and regulatory alignment. This initiative aims to help exporters prepare for entry into China’s competitive market, especially in the dairy sector.
The registration process includes full compliance with Chinese national standards, implementation of the HACCP system (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), and detailed documentation of raw materials, packaging, additives, and the entire production process.
For instance, dairy raw materials like milk powder must meet standards outlined in GB 19644-2024, and whey must follow GB 11674-2010. All dairy products, such as cheese and butter, must align with respective Chinese food safety documents like GB 19302-2010 and GB 25190-2010.
Enzymes and food additives used in production must be pre-approved under Chinese law, while packaging materials must pass safety evaluations to ensure they don’t release harmful substances, as per GB 12693-2023.
The process also demands complete supplier verification, traceability mechanisms, and transparency in the production cycle. Companies are required to submit process flowcharts, hazard analyses, HACCP plans, and certifications like ISO 22000 and ISO 9001.
With these rules in place, China continues to position itself as a high-potential market with equally high barriers to entry, reinforcing quality and safety as top priorities. Dairy producers looking to expand into China must ensure thorough preparation and adherence to these evolving regulations.
