The shrimp market in China is one of the largest seafood markets in the world. With a population of over 1.4 billion people, the demand for shrimp continues to rise, creating significant opportunities for shrimp producers worldwide, including Indonesia.

However, before entering the shrimp market in China, it is important to understand the prospects, requirements, and export procedures applicable to shrimp exports to China. Let’s discuss this further in this article!

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Export Prospects for Shrimp to China

There is no denying the immense seafood market opportunities in China. Although China also produces various aquaculture commodities itself, this does not close the door to shrimp exports to this bamboo curtain country.

China is one of the largest consumers of seafood in the world. In the 1990s, seafood imports increased by up to 500%. Major seafood-producing countries include Russia, Ecuador, India, Canada, and others.

In 2004, it was reported that the Chinese population consumed an average of 25.4 kg of seafood per capita. This figure increased to 35.9 kg per capita in 2020.

This development indicates a growing demand in the Chinese seafood consumer market. The high seafood consumption rate leads experts to estimate that the country will contribute approximately 38% to global seafood consumption by 2030.

Looking at this data, it is certain that you still have many opportunities to penetrate the shrimp market in China.

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Export Requirements for Shrimp to China

There are several steps you must take to enter the shrimp market in China. These steps include:

1. Completing Company Documents

The first requirement for exporting shrimp to China is to complete your company’s document requirements. These documents include the NIB (Nomor Induk Berusaha), SIUP (Surat Izin Usaha Perdagangan) in the Processing field, SKP (Sertifikat Kelayakan Pengolahan), HAACP Manual, Export Realization Report certified by a Foreign Exchange Bank, and Internal Audit Records.

2. Obtaining HAACP Certification

Before exporting shrimp to China, you must have Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) implementation certification from BKIPM KKP. To obtain it, you can apply on the haccp.bkipm.kkp.go.id website.

To apply for HAACP certification, you must attach the following documents:

• NIB (Nomor Induk Berusaha)
• SIUP (Surat Izin Usaha Perdagangan) in the Processing field
• SKP (Sertifikat Kelayakan Pengolahan)
• HAACP Manual
• Internal Audit Records

3. Applying for China Registration Number

After obtaining the HACCP certificate, you can apply for a China registration number from the Quality Control Center – BKIPM KKP. This application can be done online through ppk.bkipm.kkp.go.id.

The documents you need to prepare for this registration number application are:

• Letter of Registration Number Registration addressed to the Head of the Quality Control Center.
• Statement of Utilization of Registration Number.
• Copy of HACCP Certificate.

4. Registering Your Business with GACC

After completing all the requirements in step 3, you must register your business with the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC).

However, this application is not done individually but through the Quality Control Center – BKIPM KKP. If GACC approves it, you will receive a confirmation certificate of the partner country’s registration number as one of the requirements for exporting fishery products to China.

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Expand the Shrimp Market in China with AquaLink!

After learning about the prospects and export requirements for shrimp to China above, are you interested in expanding into the shrimp market in China? If so, you need to find a reliable partner to assist you.

You can choose AquaLink as your shrimp export partner! AquaLink can help you penetrate the global market with the best prices.

Contact the DELOS AquaLink team at contact@delosaqua.com or submit through the contact form on our website www.delosaqua.com. Start exporting vannamei shrimp with AquaLink!