Exploratory
Import food labeling & border pre-review
Foodscape's import labeling service converts original foreign labels into Taiwan-required Chinese fields — product name, ingredients, nutrition, allergens, net weight, origin and manufacturer — and verifies that the data needed for border pre-review is complete before customs. Currently offered as exploratory partnerships.
Who it is for
Importers, customs brokers, brand agents and private-label developers.
Why it matters
Foreign labels rarely match Taiwan's format; ingredient and allergen fields are often missing; category rules are spread across notices, so rejections and resubmissions surface days before customs.
How it works
- Collect source labels and product data
Gather the original label, ingredient list, nutrition data and manufacturer details; flag gaps up front.
- Map to category rules
Match each field against current labeling and border requirements for the product category.
- Produce the Chinese label field sheet
Deliver a field sheet with an open-items list, each item carrying its basis.
- Human review and handover
Qualified reviewers check key judgments; handover includes corrections and rationale.
Deliverables
- Chinese label field sheet (name, ingredients, nutrition, allergens, net weight, origin, manufacturer)
- Open-items list with missing-data notes
- Rule-basis mapping traceable to notices or standards
Exploratory partnership: we do not file customs, apply for permits, or guarantee inspection outcomes. Final labeling and declarations remain with the importer and customs professionals.
Procurement FAQ
How is pricing structured?
Priced by SKU count, category complexity and language needs; a pilot covers one category and a fixed SKU count.
How long does onboarding take?
A pilot usually runs four to six weeks, depending on data completeness and rule complexity.
What do we need to provide?
Source labels, ingredient and nutrition data, manufacturer details, and any existing filing documents.
How is our data handled?
Used only for the agreed service purpose under confidentiality; not published or repurposed.
FAQ
Do imported foods require Chinese labeling in Taiwan?
Under Taiwan's food labeling rules, packaged foods sold on the market must carry required particulars in Chinese; border inspection and later distribution both check this. Exact applicability depends on category and product form.
Which fields does a Chinese label usually include?
Common fields: product name, ingredients, net weight or volume, nutrition declaration, allergen information, country of origin, manufacturer or importer details, expiry date and storage conditions.
What data is needed for border pre-review?
Typically product basics, source and Chinese labels, ingredient and additive details, manufacturer and importer information, and the inspection requirements for the category.
What role does Foodscape play?
Foodscape organizes data, maps rules and flags gaps so importers and customs professionals see the risk list before filing; we do not replace statutory declarations or professional judgment.
Related
- Methodology: three-state reading and data honesty
- Chinese labeling
- TFDA border inspection
- Food labeling violation
- Data handling and confidentiality
Last updated：2026-11-01