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China’s GACC Order No. 280 formalizes registration rules for overseas food manufacturers exporting to China.

China’s SAMR approved six imported health foods in 2025, ending a seven-year pause. Learn what this means for overseas brands.

Indonesia has expanded retail access for selected low-risk medical devices, opening new sales channels to benefit consumers.

China's multi-ministry pilot to classify imported food-medicine substances by use aims to simplify customs clearance for non-medicinal imports.

Indonesia’s Ministry of Health will temporarily close key medical device licensing and registration systems from December 2025 to January 2026

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has delegated medical device oversight to specialized agencies, impacting registration and post-market surveillance.

China will launch a cosmetic e-label pilot on February 1, 2026. Explore the labeling requirements and what preparation is required.

NMPA issues draft changes to China’s IVD Classification Catalogue, adding new risk classes and technology platforms.

Indonesia revises medical device and IVD registration timelines under Permenkes 11/2025, extending approval timelines.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare tightens cosmetic ingredient rules for hair dyes, children’s cosmetics, and oral care products.

NMPA outlines cosmetics regulation reforms, aiming to expand non-animal testing, streamline registration, and drive ingredient innovation.

The new GMP for medical devices, effective Nov 1 2026, introduces stricter quality, personnel, and supplier controls.

Malaysia’s MDA introduces a two-year validity for Product Classification Letters from May 1, 2025 – see timelines and requirements.

Rising Class III medical device registrations in China during Q1–Q3 2025 signal opportunities for foreign manufacturers of advanced devices.

China’s 2024 NIFDC Cosmetics Review Report showcases soaring registrations and key opportunities for global beauty brands.

China's GCP for Drugs (2025) Draft Revision proposes major updates on data governance, sponsor accountability, ethics, and technology use.

China's NIFDC has opened consultation on six draft cosmetic standards covering safety assessment and ingredient management - Comments due: 7 November 2025.

Learn about the 2025 China Energy Label (CEL) update, covering 38 product categories and new implementation rules.

Malaysia’s MDA has increased Class A medical device registration fees effective January 2026 — impacting all new and renewal submissions.

Malaysia MDA's Draft 7th Edition labelling requirements introduce broader e-labelling requirements and stronger accessibility standards.