Strict inspection as heavy metals in Vietnamese durian and jackfruit are found to exceed the standard again, customs will inspect each batch

Starting December 1, 2024, China will enforce stricter import regulations on Vietnamese durian and jackfruit, requiring each batch to undergo specific cadmium content testing in a lab approved by Vietnam. Only those with passing inspection reports will be allowed to enter the Chinese market. This move has led to several Vietnamese packaging factories being disqualified from exporting to China due to heavy metal content exceeding limits. The customs authorities will strictly enforce these rules, imposing penalties on non-compliant companies and potentially reducing the market share of Vietnamese fruits in China. The situation might also affect the efficiency of customs clearance and could result in a temporary decrease in the supply of Vietnamese durian and jackfruit in the Chinese market, with price fluctuations and limited consumer choices. Over the long term, Vietnam's share in the Chinese fruit import market could be threatened, and it would need to address the issue of excessive heavy metals to maintain its competitiveness in the market.