SFPA Issues Information Notice to Industry on Approved Products for Export to Taiwan
The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) recently released an important Information Notice aimed at guiding Irish companies engaged in trade with Taiwan. This notice is particularly relevant given the changing regulatory landscape for third-country exports.
The Taiwanese authorities implement a strict system that permits exports from Ireland only for those products that appear on their approved lists. As such, compliance with these requirements is crucial for businesses seeking to navigate this evolving market.
Contact for Queries
Industry members with questions regarding this information notice are encouraged to reach out via email at: SFPATradeandAudit@sfpa.ie
Current Lists of Approved Products
Taiwanese List of Approved Live Species from Ireland
| Latin Name | English Name |
|---|---|
| Cancer | Crab |
| Homarus | Lobster |
| Crassostrea | Oysters |
| Bivalvia | Clams (including Cockles) |
| Ostrea | Oysters |
Taiwanese List of Approved Processed Species from Ireland
| Latin Name | English Name |
|---|---|
| Mollusca | Frozen Molluscs |
| Cancer | Frozen Crab |
| Scomber Scombrus | Frozen Mackerel |
| Nephrops Norvegicus | Prawns |
It is essential for exporters to note that fishery products not listed above cannot currently be exported from Ireland to Taiwan.
About the SFPA
The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) serves as the independent regulatory body overseeing the sea-fisheries and seafood production sectors in Ireland. The SFPA promotes compliance with the EU Common Fisheries Policy, enforces sea-fisheries law and food safety standards for fish and fish products. This authority’s jurisdiction spans all fishing vessels operating within Ireland’s 200-mile limit and more than 2,000 Irish registered fishing vessels worldwide, including all seafood produced in the country’s seafood processing facilities. For more information, please visit: www.sfpa.ie
For further details, you may refer to the original source: SFPA Press Release.
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