First case! No alkaline yellow test report, Thai durian was rejected! Summary of new testing regulations at various ports

Customs at various ports in China have increased inspection of durians, with the process expected to take 2-14 working days. The inspection aims to detect heavy metals and alkaline yellow, with the latter being recently mandated by Kunming Customs. The Thai Ministry of Agriculture has also clamped down on the use of non-compliant chemical substances in Thai durians exported to China. This has led to concerns among exporters and buyers about potential suspension for non-compliance and uncertainty in export procedures. The laboratory detection time for Basic Yellow 2 residue standard is also a concern, as it could lead to fruit quality deterioration and increased storage costs. The high price of durians, especially with the approaching Chinese New Year, and the low southern region production compared to the eastern region, especially Chumphon Province, further complicate the situation.

At present, customs in various places have stepped up durian inspection according to the new standards. Shanghai Port Sea Transport Port: Fresh durian needs to be inspected and cannot be conditionally picked up. The inspection time is undetermined. Air Transport Pudong Airport Customs: Both fresh and frozen durian need to be inspected, and it is expected to be completed in 7 working days. Guangzhou Port Nansha: 100% of fresh durian is checked at the port, and the inspection takes 7 working days. It cannot be picked up during this period. Beijing Port: 100% of fresh durian is checked at the port, and the inspection takes 14 working days. It cannot be picked up during this period. Guangxi Youyi Pingxiang Port: 100% of fresh and frozen durian is checked at the port, and the inspection takes 2-3 working days. It cannot be picked up during this period. Heavy metals and alkaline yellow are tested. Shenzhen Port: Fresh and frozen durian from Thailand/Vietnam/Malaysia Mandatory ...