AKP Phnom Penh, January 22, 2025 —

Thailand has completed the export of six shipments of durians to China, totaling 96 metric tonnes and valued at over 7 million baht. The shipments, transported between January 20 and 21, underwent thorough inspections at the Nakhon Phanom and Chiang Khong Border Checkpoints. Laboratory tests conducted by six authorized labs, certified by China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC), confirmed the durians were free from Basic Yellow 2 and cadmium.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Itthi Sirilatthayakorn visited the Nakhon Phanom Border Checkpoint to review the process and reiterated the government’s focus on maintaining the safety and quality of agricultural exports. Authorities are working to build international trust in Thai durians by ensuring compliance with safety standards and reducing obstacles for exporters and farmers.

The Department of Agriculture began testing durian samples on January 17 to meet China’s strict regulatory requirements. All exported durians were certified as compliant with these standards before being shipped. Maintaining quality and safety is seen as essential for preserving trade relationships and ensuring Thai durians remain competitive in the global market.

Exporters have been reminded to adhere to the 'Four No's' policy: no immature durians, no pests, no fraudulent certifications, and no unauthorized additives or banned chemicals to ensure consumer safety and preserve the quality of Thai durians.

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