China allows import of cattle by-products from Russia

The Chinese authorities have allowed the import of cattle by-products from the Russian Federation, widely used in national cuisine. In this regard, the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China has published requirements for inspection, quarantine and hygiene of relevant Russian goods. As specified in a statement published on the department’s page on the WeChat social network, the Chinese side allows the import of frozen and chilled products, skeletal and muscle tissue of livestock up to 30 months old. Among the goods that Russian companies can import into China are tendons, diaphragms, hooves, cartilage, stomach, unrefined fat and other parts of animals used for food. According to the document, beef production enterprises must be located in an area where no cases of infection have been identified. Export of these goods can only be carried out by companies registered with the PRC authorities. Deliveries of these products from Russia, as noted, must be ...