ECNETNews reports that the Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries (Abiec) has announced a temporary suspension of beef imports from three Brazilian companies by China, effective March 3, 2025. The affected facilities include a JBS plant in Mozarlândia (Goiás), a Frisa plant in Nanuque (Minas Gerais), and a Bon Mart facility in Presidente Prudente (São Paulo).
According to Abiec, the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) conducted remote audits of three Brazilian beef export establishments, alongside two from Argentina, one from Uruguay, and one from Mongolia, relating to both beef and lamb. “In all cases, non-compliances were identified concerning Chinese requirements for the registration of foreign establishments,” the association stated.
The GACC has mandated the temporary suspension of imports from these establishments, and the involved companies have been notified and are implementing corrective actions to meet the requirements set by Chinese authorities, as reported by Abiec.
Abiec emphasized that other authorized establishments continue to operate normally, ensuring the steady flow of Brazilian beef exports to the Chinese market.
The association also highlighted its ongoing collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Food Supply to engage with relevant authorities and expedite resolution of the matter. Abiec concluded its statement by reaffirming Brazil’s confidence in the national sanitary control system managed by the Ministry and its commitment to addressing the concerns swiftly to ensure the safety and quality of exported beef.
Regarding the issue, JBS indicated that as it pertains to the industry sector, the matter is being handled by Abiec.
