China Drops Hong Kong Vegetable Label Amid Customs Changes

Mainland Chinese shoppers lose trusted Hong Kong veggie tag as customs revamp hits shelves

Mainland Chinese supermarkets, including US warehouse retailer Sam’s Club, have dropped the Hong Kong-bound vegetable label under new customs rules. The change has triggered widespread concern among consumers, as the label had long served as a selling point for high quality amid frequent mainland food-safety incidents. The removal stems from new rules by the General Administration of Customs. From September 1, registration will no longer be required for growing farms, and only food-processing...

By Zhu Wenqian