The Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) and the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) have heightened their scrutiny on imported chili and chili products from Vietnam, China, Thailand, and Mexico due to safety concerns. The MFDS has extended its inspection order for certain pesticides in chili imports until March 30, 2025, focusing on hot peppers from Vietnam for seven specific pesticides. Meanwhile, the TFDA has increased supervision after finding the carcinogenic dye Sudan Red III in chili powder from China. These measures aim to ensure the safety of imported food products, protect consumers, and emphasize the importance of compliance with international safety standards, especially given the significant increase in Vietnamese chili exports, which reached $72 million in 2023.