Group 1 - The first import of 20 kilograms of American ginseng from Toronto, Canada, successfully cleared customs in Nanyang, marking the first application of the new classification management measures for imported food and drug substances in Henan Province since the announcement [1] - The new measures, effective from December 3, 2025, aim to transition the regulation of food and drug substances from a "one-size-fits-all" approach to a more precise management system, allowing for non-medical uses to bypass the need for an import drug clearance certificate [1] - The reform establishes a pilot list of 30 imported food and drug substances, including American ginseng, which will be subject to classification management, thereby reducing the bureaucratic burden on companies and facilitating trade [1] Group 2 - Nanyang Customs has implemented multiple measures to address the challenges of importing food and drug substances, including conducting surveys to understand local enterprises' import needs and providing one-on-one policy briefings [2] - The customs authority aims to enhance trade facilitation reforms by focusing on the actual development needs of local industries and exploring additional supportive measures for enterprises [2] - The ongoing efforts by Nanyang Customs are intended to support high-level openness and improve the quality and efficiency of foreign trade in Nanyang City [2]

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the new classification management measures for imported food and medicinal materials is expected to streamline the import process for non-medicinal uses, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for companies in the spice trade [1]. Group 1: Import Process Reform - Shandong Meiji Trading Co., Ltd. successfully imported a batch of seasonings under the new classification management measures, marking the first application of these measures since their announcement [1]. - The reform allows for the import of 30 pilot products without the need for an "Import Drug Clearance Certificate," which was previously required for items like fennel and nutmeg [1]. - The new process is expected to significantly reduce the time and costs associated with importing these goods, as companies can now complete all import procedures remotely [1]. Group 2: Market Impact - The Tengzhou Dry Goods and Seafood Market, which hosts over 3,200 merchants and businesses, is positioned as a key hub in the national supply chain for spices, with transactions spanning over 40 countries and regions [1]. - Market representatives believe that the classification management measures will enhance the efficiency of importing high-quality spices, further solidifying the market's pivotal role in the supply chain [1]. Group 3: Previous Initiatives - Prior to this announcement, the Zaozhuang Customs had already implemented a facilitation reform for the import of food-medicinal products in June 2024, allowing the use of an "Import Product Use Certificate" instead of the "Import Drug Clearance Certificate" [1]. - The customs authority has actively engaged with companies to ensure they are familiar with the new processes, providing tailored support to maximize the benefits of the reform [1].