Samyang Foods "Welcome the Relaxation of Indonesian Ramen Export Restrictions... Thankful to the Government"

MFDS lifts strengthened control measures through diplomacy
Simplified export procedures expected to reduce costs and time
"Promoting excellence of domestic ramyeon to strengthen global position"

Samyang Foods announced on the 3rd that it "actively welcomes" the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety's achievement in leading the Indonesian government to ease regulations related to the export of instant noodles.

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety previously induced the lifting of Indonesia's requirement for ethylene oxide (EO)-related test and inspection certificates on Korean ramen through proactive regulatory diplomacy.

Samyang Foods stated, "Thanks to the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety's proactive diplomatic efforts, an opportunity has been created to further strengthen our position in the Indonesian market," adding, "In particular, with the lifting of strengthened control measures related to ethylene oxide, export procedures have been simplified, and costs and time have been reduced, which is expected to greatly enhance competitiveness."

EO is used as a fumigant and sterilizer for agricultural products and is managed by setting residue standards according to each country.

Previously, when substances potentially generated from EO were detected in Korean ramen exported to the European Union (EU), Indonesia strengthened EO inspections on Korean ramen from October 2022 and required the submission of test and inspection certificates. Subsequently, the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety continuously requested the Indonesian Food Agency to lift the strengthened control measures on Korean instant noodles, and from December 1, the obligation to submit test and inspection certificates was lifted.

Samyang Foods expressed, "We deeply appreciate the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety for effectively promoting the safety and quality of domestic ramen and building trust with the Indonesian side to ease regulations," and added, "We will continue to strive to promote the excellence of domestic ramen worldwide and strengthen our position in the global market."

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