Food: exporting Spanish food products to China
Since our beginnings we have assisted Spanish food companies in exporting their products to China, helping them with all customs formalities and opening up the opportunity to distribute through large retail chains.
A driver of Spanish exports, in China too
The food market is one of the main drivers of Spanish exports, and China is no exception. In recent years we have assisted in the sale of all kinds of products: honey, snacks, jam, pasta, baked goods, nuts, nutritional drinks, fruit juices, frozen meals, sauces and condiments.
Each category has its own entry requirements: manufacturer registration with Chinese Customs (GACC), compliance with the national food safety standards, an approved Chinese label and, in some categories, authorisation of the establishment. We settle those formalities before sitting the distributor down at the table.
Opportunities: wine, emerging cities and the online channel
The wine sector in China is going through a restructuring driven by an oversupplied market and fierce competition. New opportunities need to be seized: geographical diversification towards second- and third-tier cities, less saturated than the first-tier ones; the expansion of online sales; and a broad portfolio with highly distinctive products.
We combine market research, the search for distributors and trade missions to sector fairs so that your entry is orderly and profitable.
Frequently asked questions
What formalities do I need to export food to China?
Manufacturer registration with Chinese Customs (GACC), compliance with the national food safety standards, an approved Chinese label and, for categories such as meat, dairy, seafood or honey, authorisation of the country and the establishment. OCCHE manages the complete file.
Which Spanish food products are in demand in China?
We have worked with honey, snacks, jam, pasta, baked goods, nuts, nutritional drinks, juices, frozen meals, sauces and condiments, as well as wine. Demand rewards products with a clear distinguishing feature.
Is there still an opportunity for Spanish wine in China?
Yes, but away from head-on competition in the big cities: in second- and third-tier cities, in the online channel and with differentiated portfolios.
I want to export food to China
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