Want to send food abroad but don’t know where to start? Fuuffy Freight will introduce in detail how to send food safely and smoothly to the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, Canada, Taiwan and other regions, and teach you how to send food overseas correctly to avoid customs detention or fines.
Please choose DHL or FedEx express service. Other international express delivery cannot send packages containing food. Before sending, be sure to check with Fuuffy customer service and send photos of the front packaging and ingredient list on the back of the food. After confirmation, it can be sent safely.
| Food prohibited for international air transport | |
| Meat/seafood ingredients | Products containing meat or seafood ingredients, such as seasonings and sauce packages containing meat extracts, meat powder, minced meat, solid meat pieces, oils and other ingredients , food additives, cooking packets, chicken essence, canned meat or seafood products, as well as processed foods such as beef jerky, shredded squid, meat floss, jerky, sausage, bacon, Jinhua ham and dried seafood, etc. |
| Dairy foods | Foods containing dairy ingredients, such as products containing cheese, whipped cream, custard or milk powder. |
| Animal-based foods | Such as food made from salted egg yolk, fish skin biscuits, collagen powder, pearl powder, whey protein powder or mayonnaise, etc. |
| Agricultural products and plant ingredients | Including but not limited to maple syrup, pure honey, white rice, various dried Chinese medicinal materials, herbs, and all types of fresh fruits and vegetables. |
Things to note when sending food overseas
During the international mailing process, we need to pay special attention to the fact that some items cannot be sent due to strict control by the customs of various countries. Here is a brief introduction to several common restricted items to avoid unnecessary trouble during the shipping process.
Protected species and animal products
International mailing regulations have their own regulations in protecting species. Animal products such as dried meat and marine products, including crocodile meat, bird’s nests, shark fins, and other marine life For example, starfish, seahorses, and some dry seafood are included in the restricted category, so international shipping is not suitable. If you want to send dry seafood, please Consult Fuuffy Logistics Specialist</ span>.
Chinese herbal medicine materials
Most countries regard Chinese medicinal materials and herbs used for cooking soups or making tea, such as ginseng, honeysuckle, etc., as medicinal materials or medicines. These items are therefore subject to mailing restrictions and it is recommended that they be avoided.
Products containing pharmaceutical ingredients
Hong Kong’s legal regulations clearly state that if you want to import or export products containing medicinal ingredients by mail, you must first obtain the corresponding drug license and apply for drug import and export in advance. license. For ordinary individuals, sending items containing medicinal ingredients (for example: various over-the-counter medicines such as analgesics, rheumatism oils, cold medicines, medicinal patches, eye drops, etc.) is not allowed.
Powdered and liquid foods
When you plan to send powdered food (such as instant drinks, milk powder, protein powder, collagen powder, probiotics, etc.) or liquid food (including drinks , alcoholic drinks, juices, sports drinks, energy drinks, carbonated drinks, etc.), please note that customs may require the sender to provide a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to assist in the customs clearance process depending on the specific circumstances.
Such a certificate can be obtained from the seller or manufacturer of the product. If the sender cannot provide relevant certificates as required by customs, your mail may be returned by customs due to failure to complete customs clearance procedures, and all additional costs incurred will be borne by the sender.
Canned Food
Canned food, whether for human or animal consumption, is subject to mailing restrictions if it contains “”meat, seafood or Chinese herbal medicine”” ingredients. Please contact us before sending canned food and wait for customer service confirmation.
Pet Food
Animal feed, dried meat, snacks, minced meat, freeze-dried food, etc. are all restricted for shipment. Please avoid sending these items by mail.
Perishable/hidden food
Anything that goes bad easily, such as taro cakes and carrot cakes, cannot be sent out.
Submit additional documents
If the customs has questions about the items you are sending, they have the right to ask the sender or recipient to provide additional documents, such as proving the composition of the items. files. If you are unable to provide valid certification documents recognized by the customs, your mail may be forced to be returned or destroyed according to customs regulations. In this case, all related costs incurred, including return fees and destruction fees, will be the responsibility of the sender.
Customs Regulations
With regard to the international mailing of food, different countries have their own regulations and requirements. For example, some countries may list specific foods as prohibited items; other countries may set quantity, weight, or origin restrictions on imported foods; in some cases, food may be treated as general cargo; and Some countries regard them as controlled commodities, and importing such foods requires obtaining relevant documents such as “”Import License”” and “”Food Manufacturer’s License”” issued by local health or food and drug regulatory authorities.
As you prepare your international mail, be sure to check these terms carefully to ensure that your package will pass customs smoothly. Avoiding the restricted items mentioned above can help your mail reach the recipient faster.
Sending food from Hong Kong to the UK
When sending food from Hong Kong to the UK please pay attention to the following details to ensure that your mail is not Will violate import regulations:
– All foods containing eggs or meat ingredients, including but not limited to meat floss, dried meat, sausage, bacon, Jinhua ham, etc., cannot be sent to U.K.
Send mooncakes to the UK
If you plan to send mooncakes, please make sure they do not contain salted egg yolk or any meat ingredients. In addition, mooncakes must have complete commercial packaging, and the outer packaging should clearly indicate the product name, manufacturer information, nutritional content, ingredient list, and effective use period.
Send rice cakes to the UK
If rice cakes, candies, and pastries for special holidays such as the Lunar New Year contain the above-mentioned ingredients, they cannot be sent.
Sending food from Hong Kong to the United States
All foods containing meat ingredients are not allowed to enter the United States, including meat extracts, meat powder, and any form of processed meat.
Regardless of the quantity of food being shipped or whether it is for business or personal consumption, U.S. Customs may request the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). “”Prior Notice of Imported Foods””. MoreoverThe sender must go to the FDA official website to submit an application and go through the application process of “”Prior Notification of Imported Foods””.
Send mooncakes to the United States
– Mooncakes must not contain salted egg yolk or meat ingredients
– Mooncakes must There is complete commercial packaging, and the outer packaging should be clearly marked with product name, manufacturer information, nutrition label, ingredient list, effective use period and other information.
– Declared value must not exceed $100.
– When declaring, the purpose must be clearly marked (such as “”personal use”” or “”gift””), and “”Does not contain salted egg yolk”” and meat ingredients”.
You can declare like this: “”Gift: XXX Brand mooncakes (excluding meat and egg yolk, purpose: gift, no commercial value)”” or “”Personal use: XXX Brand mooncake (does not contain meat and egg yolk, purpose: personal use)””.
Send rice cakes to the United States
Special food during the Lunar New Year period, if it contains the above-mentioned ingredients, is also not allowed to be sent.
Sending alcoholic beverages to the United States
- – Whether for personal gift or business use, the U.S. recipient must hold an Importer and/or Wholesaler Basic License issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) ”.
- – According to the regulations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, “”Prior Notice of Imported Foods”” related information is required when importing alcoholic beverages.
- – If the alcohol concentration reaches or exceeds 30%, the Hong Kong sender must provide proof of purchase and ingredient list of the alcoholic beverage.
Send food from Hong Kong to Taiwan
- – It is prohibited to send any food containing meat ingredients.
- – Generally, each item of food for personal use cannot exceed 6 kilograms, the declared amount is less than US$1,000, and it cannot contain liquid or any animal ingredients (eggs, milk, meat, seafood, honey, etc.).
- – The weight of food additives is limited to 1 kilogram, and the weight of spices is limited to 200 grams.
- Send health food to Taiwan
Maximum 12 bottles of each tablet or capsule form, the total amount is not More than 36 bottles
The total number of tablets or capsules of health food cannot exceed 2,400 tablets - Send mooncakes to Taiwan
– Individual imports exceeding 6 kg or US$1,000 must obtain a permit
– All imports by the company require a license
– Any meat ingredients (pork floss, sausages, etc.) must obtain dual licenses, which is essentially equivalent to a ban
– The import of mooncakes made in China is prohibited
– Violations will be punished Ranging from NT$50,000 to NT$1 million
Sending rice cakes to Taiwan
– You can send meat-free rice cakes
Hong Kong sends food to Australia and New Zealand
- – It is prohibited to send any food containing eggs, meat ingredients, seeds or plant seeds, including raw tea, red dates, etc.
- – Avoid sending any foods such as dried plants, seafood and traditional Chinese medicines.
- Send mooncakes to Australia
- – May not contain any meat ingredients, such as sausages, bacon, etc.
- – Complete and appropriately labeled packaging must be used to indicate detailed product information
- – When declaring, it must be declared as “”personal use”” or “”gift of no commercial value””, and it must indicate that it does not contain meat and egg yolk</li >
Sending rice cakes to Australia
– You can send meat-free rice cakes
Fuuffy would like to remind you that if Australian customs has doubts about a package, it has the right to open the package for inspection. The AQIS inspection fee starts at 150 AUD.
Sending food from Hong Kong to Canada
- – It is prohibited to send fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, animal and plant products, etc.
- – Processed foods such as biscuits, chocolates, dried fruits, candies, etc. can be sent.
- – Check whether the packaging is intact to avoid food leakage or spoilage.
- – The product type and ingredients must be declared in detail on the express delivery note.
Send food to Japan
- – Any food containing meat, seafood, eggs or dairy products is prohibited.
- – Rice, Chinese medicinal materials, dry spices, etc. are also listed as restricted or prohibited items.
- – When declaring, it must be clearly stated as “”personal use”” or “”gift to the recipient with no commercial value””, and also specify that it does not contain meat, egg yolk, etc. Element.
- – Food must use complete manufacturer packaging, and information such as product name, manufacturer, nutritional content, ingredients, and expiry date must be clearly marked on the outer packaging.
- – If containing any food in powder or liquid state, a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) certificate may be required to pass Japanese customs inspection.
- – It is recommended that the reasonable shipping weight for individuals should be controlled within 5 kilograms.
- – If relevant regulations are violated, the sender will need to pay additional processing fees. In serious cases, the package may be returned or destroyed.
Sending food from Hong Kong to South Korea
- – South Korea prohibits the delivery of food containing animal protein and nut-based ingredients.
- – If you want to import food to South Korea for commercial purposes, you must first apply for a license from the local food and drug regulatory agency.
- – Korean Customs has the right to inspect suspicious foods to ensure compliance with import regulations.
Send mooncakes to Korea
- – It must not contain ingredients such as salted egg yolk, meat products (such as meat floss, sausages), dairy products (such as cheese, milk fillings).
- – Complete commercial packaging must be used, and the product name, manufacturer, nutritional content, ingredients and expiry date must be marked.
- – Please indicate “”personal use/gift purpose””, validity period and country of origin when reporting.
Send rice cakes to South Korea
- Cannot contain meat, nuts and other prohibited items.
Send food from Hong Kong to Thailand
- According to Thai food hygiene regulations, Thai Customs in principle does not allow the import of any food in the name of individuals, whether it is general food or festival food. Thailand Customs will prohibit the import of even a small amount of food for personal use. Especially for traditional festival foods such as moon cakes, Lunar New Year foods, etc., Thailand also has strict restrictions on the import of these and will not allow customs clearance.
- If you forcefully send food to Thailand, it is likely to be confiscated or destroyed, and the sender will need to bear additional disposal costs. To avoid unnecessary losses, it is best to completely avoid sending any food to Thailand through personal channels.
Send food from Hong Kong to Singapore
- – It is prohibited to send food containing meat ingredients, and egg products require an import permit.
- – The weight of each individual food shipment cannot exceed 5 kilograms.
- – If the declared value exceeds SGD 300, you need to apply for a separate food import license.
Send mooncakes to Singapore
- – It cannot contain salted egg yolk and meat products (such as meat floss, sausage, etc.).
- – Personal consumption of mooncakes is limited to 5kg.
- – Moon cakes must be in complete commercial packaging, with product name, manufacturer, nutrition label, ingredients and expiry date marked.
- – When declaring, you must indicate “”personal use/gift use”” and declare that it does not contain meat and egg yolk ingredients.
- Send rice cakes to Singapore
- The above prohibited ingredients must also be avoided.
Send food from Hong Kong to France
France currently strictly prohibits the use of international express services to directly transport any food into the country. If you need to send food to France, the recipient must entrust a designated customs broker to be responsible for all procedures of import customs clearance and final receipt. If the formal import customs clearance process cannot be completed, the French customs authorities will directly return the goods in accordance with standard operating procedures without prior notification. The sender is responsible for all costs associated with return shipping.
Send food from Hong Kong to Germany
– Individuals can send reasonable quantities of food (usually within 2 kg) to Germany.
– Prohibited deliveryContains eggs, meat (such as sausages, bacon), seafood (including fish products and dried seafood) and dairy products (such as cream and cheese).
Send mooncakes to Germany
- – Mooncakes must not contain any meat, egg yolk, seafood or dairy ingredients.
- – Mooncakes must be fully packaged by the manufacturer and labeled with detailed product information.
- – When declaring, please mark it as “”Personal use/recipient gift and no commercial value””, and clearly indicate that it does not contain meat and egg yolk.
Send rice cakes to Germany
Sending Chinese New Year food is prohibited.
Send food from Hong Kong to the Netherlands
- As a member of the European Union, the Netherlands has strict restrictions on food imports. Individuals generally cannot send food to the Netherlands for personal use. Only enterprises or companies that have obtained a formal EU import license are allowed to import food to the Netherlands and other EU countries.
Send mooncakes to the Netherlands
- Due to the above regulations, it is strictly prohibited to send mooncakes to the Netherlands.
Send rice cakes to the Netherlands
- It is also prohibited to send any food that falls within the scope of “”import restrictions””.
- Sending food from Hong Kong to Spain
- – Food containing eggs, meat, seafood and dairy products is prohibited.
- – All food must comply with Spanish Ministry of Health regulations and is subject to food inspection.
- – Unless the following exceptions are met, all food sent to Spain is subject to health inspection and submission of relevant documents before clearing customs:</p >
- 1. Importer registration number
- 2. Warehouse registration number
- 3. Manufacturer’s Certificate of Analysis
- 4. Original letter from the importer stating the purpose
- Exceptions include:
- – Person-to-person (C2C) imports: Gifts or personal use items worth less than 150 euros that comply with regulations are exempt from inspection, but a declaration of purpose is required.
- – Company-to-individual (B2C) imports: E-commerce goods less than 150 euros are also exempt from inspection, but merchants need to provide a statement to confirm that they are imported by individuals. Anything over 150 euros is considered imported by the company and subject to inspection.
- Send mooncakes and rice cakes to Spain
- Chinese Lunar New Year foods and mooncakes are prohibited from being sent to Spain.
Send food from Hong Kong to Malaysia
- Regardless of personal or commercial use, all food entering Malaysia is required to apply for and obtain an import permit. Food is prohibited from being imported without an import permit.
Send mooncakes and rice cakes to Malaysia
- Moon cakes and rice cakes also need to apply for an import permit, otherwise they will be prohibited from entry.
- The regulations for other Lunar New Year foods are the same as above, and they are not allowed to be sent to Malaysia without an import permit.
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