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China to Suspend Imports From Companies Whose 'Cold Chain' Foods Test Positive for Coronavirus

China will suspend imports from companies for one week if their “cold chain” food products or packaging test positive for COVID-19 a first or second time, the country’s customs authorities said Sept. 11, according to an unofficial translation. If the…

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goods test positive for a third time, China said it will suspend the imports for four weeks. China’s General Administration of Customs said the move is aimed at protecting the “health and safety of consumers” and will better prevent imports of novel coronavirus-contaminated products from “overseas manufacturers.” The policy took effect Sept. 11.