Core Viewpoint - The Chongqing Fuling District's market supervision authority is enhancing the quality and safety of the pickled vegetable industry, specifically focusing on the production of Fuling pickled vegetables through regulatory measures and collaboration among departments [1][4][5]. Group 1: Regulatory Actions - The market supervision authority held a collective meeting with 22 local pickled vegetable producers to address legal risks associated with the use of ingredients not disclosed in product names, specifically the addition of radish [4]. - This meeting marks the fourth collective discussion this year aimed at guiding companies to rectify issues in their production processes and comply with legal standards [4]. Group 2: Quality Control Measures - A special inspection was conducted to ensure compliance with the geographical indication trademark for "Fuling Pickled Vegetables," focusing on unauthorized use of trademarks and the addition of radish [5]. - Random checks were performed on four companies to assess their compliance with self-declared quality standards, resulting in the identification of one measurement issue that required correction [5]. Group 3: Intellectual Property Protection - The market supervision authority released a policy list detailing support for companies in patent registration, high-quality trademark applications, and knowledge financing, with 48 patent-intensive products already registered [6]. - One company has expressed intent for trademark financing, and there is one well-known trademark in the pickled vegetable industry [6].

Group 1 - The National Market Supervision Administration announced that 35 batches of food samples failed inspection, including a batch of bread produced by Shandong Taoli Bread Co., Ltd. for Beijing Taoli Food Co., Ltd., which was found to have excessive total bacterial count [1] - The specific batch of bread was a 400g package produced on April 25, 2024, with a shelf life until May 1, 2024, and was sold on an e-commerce platform [1] - The company issued an apology letter stating that the non-compliant product batch was 20240425SD1, with a total production of 498 bags, of which 21 bags were sold online, including 16 bags that were tested [1]

Core Viewpoint - Recent complaints from consumers regarding moldy products of Ma Liu Ji spicy noodles sold at Costco have led to product recalls and quality control measures by the manufacturer [5][9]. Group 1: Consumer Complaints - A consumer in Shenzhen reported purchasing a box of Ma Liu Ji spicy noodles that showed signs of mold and an unpleasant odor [1][3]. - Multiple consumers across cities like Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Ningbo have also reported similar issues on social media, confirming the presence of mold in the product [3][5]. Group 2: Product Recall and Manufacturer Response - The manufacturer, Sichuan Bai Jia A Kuan Food, announced a recall of the affected batches produced on June 16 and June 18 due to insufficient sanitation during production, which may have led to bacterial contamination [5][7]. - The company has committed to covering all return costs and providing economic compensation to affected consumers while enhancing their quality management and sanitation processes [7][11]. Group 3: Sales and Market Impact - Ma Liu Ji spicy noodles have seen significant sales growth, with purchases from Bai Jia A Kuan increasing from 50.35 million yuan in 2022 to 174 million yuan in 2023, marking a 245.65% increase [12]. - However, the growth rate is expected to slow down in 2024, with projected sales of 201 million yuan, reflecting a 15.52% increase [12]. Group 4: Company Background - Bai Jia A Kuan, established in December 2016, specializes in various instant food products and has multiple sub-brands [11]. - Ma Liu Ji, founded in 2020, relies on third-party manufacturing, primarily from Bai Jia A Kuan, which has become its largest supplier [12]. Group 5: Retailer Actions - Costco has proactively removed Ma Liu Ji spicy noodles from its shelves following quality inspections that revealed product inconsistencies [9]. - The retailer has not provided a timeline for when the product may return to shelves, indicating ongoing monitoring of product quality [9].

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The Zhongshan Market Supervision Administration conducted a food safety inspection across seven categories of food products, revealing a high compliance rate with 101 out of 106 samples passing the tests, indicating a 95.3% pass rate [2]. Group 1: Inspection Results - A total of 106 food samples were tested, with 101 samples deemed qualified and 5 samples failing the inspection [2]. - The inspection covered various food categories including catering food, pastries, grain products, meat products, agricultural products, frozen foods, and beverages [2]. Group 2: Non-compliance Details - The five non-compliant samples included issues such as the presence of anionic synthetic detergents and excessive bacterial counts [2][3]. - Specific non-compliance cases included: - Sushi containing 0.021 mg/100 cm² of anionic synthetic detergent, which should not be detected [2]. - A sample of ginger with 0.71 mg/kg of pesticide residue, exceeding the allowable limit of 0.2 mg/kg [3]. - A frozen product containing 0.0852 g/kg of sorbic acid, which is prohibited [3]. Group 3: Consumer Engagement - The administration encourages consumers to participate in food safety supervision and report any harmful food products or illegal activities by calling the complaint hotline [2].