how to import food products into singapore
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How to Import Food Products into Singapore
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The Food Industry in Singapore
• The development of the accommodation industry has also led to the growth of the restaurants sector and many foreign investors are interested in opening a company in this segment in Singapore.
• Most restaurants offer various courses based on the international cuisine which is why they need to import most of the foodstuff.
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Opening a Restaurant in Singapore
• Food businesses are widely spread in Singapore and many entrepreneurs are inclined to open restaurants in the city-state.
• All Singapore restaurants must comply with the Code of Practice of Environmental Health and the requirements to be allowed to operate a food establishment.
• Our specialists in company formation in Singapore will guide you through the company registration procedure.
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Importing Foodstuff in Singapore
• The AVA issues several types of special licenses for those importing foodstuff in Singapore based on the type of products imported and their use.
• Singapore companies in the industries related to food products can import both fresh and processed food products.
• Special regulations apply to certain products such as eggs, fish and other meat products.
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Importing Fresh Food into Singapore >>
• The import of fresh food includes vegetables and fruit and falls under the Control of Plants Act which provides for certain requirements these products must comply with.
• Also, all fresh food imported into Singapore must be labeled with the name and address of the producer, the products’ expiration date and a description of the merchandise.
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>> Importing Fresh Food into Singapore
• Considering a company will usually import more than one product, the Singapore company is required to obtain an import license for each food product.
• Our Singapore company formation consultants can offer more information on the licenses required to import fresh food into the city-state.
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Importing Processed Food in Singapore >>
• Companies importing processed food into Singapore are also required to apply for an import permit issued by the AVA.
• The foodstuff must be produced in proper conditions and for that reason they must be accompanied by certified documents stating these conditions.
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>> Importing Processed Food in Singapore• Additionally, the importer must also
provide information about the expiry date of the products, the names of the producer and importer, the quantity of the product and a description of the foodstuff and its packaging.
• Companies importing food into Singapore must first register with the Customs Authority and obtain an UEN number and must also open a GIRO account with the AVA.
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Assistance in Company Registration in Singapore
• Foreign investors may request the help of our company formation experts in Singapore if they want to open a trading company.
• For full information on how to import foodstuff in city-state, do not hesitate to contact our company registration agents in Singapore.
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