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    Know Malaysia's food rules before you ship.

    Know the rules for food trade in Malaysia before you ship.

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    Malaysia is one of the founding T57 markets and a bridge to ASEAN.

    T57's regulatory guide summarizes the main bodies, documents and rules for food trade in Malaysia, and shows on each trade what is required.

    The challenge

    The challenge

    Food shipments are held at borders every day because of a missing certificate, a wrong label or an unregistered product. Rules differ by country and by product, and they change. The key challenges T57 addresses include:

    Complex requirements

    Different documents for each product and destination.

    Changing rules

    Requirements are updated often.

    Costly mistakes

    Errors mean delays, rejections and spoiled goods.

    Key bodies and rules in Malaysia

    Ministry of Health, Food Safety and Quality DivisionFood safety and import controls.
    Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services (MAQIS)Inspection of plant, animal and food imports and exports.
    JAKIMMalaysian halal certification.
    Royal Malaysian Customs DepartmentCustoms clearance and duties.
    Inland Revenue Board (LHDN)E-invoicing for businesses, phased in by size.
    Personal Data Protection Act 2010Governs personal data.

    How T57 helps you comply

    1. 01

      Requirement checklists

      On each trade, T57 lists the documents needed for the product and destination.

    2. 02

      Document checks

      AI flags missing or mismatched documents for a person to review.

    3. 03

      Certificate tracking

      Licenses, halal and health certificates are tracked with expiry alerts.

    4. 04

      Partner support

      Customs brokers and inspectors connected to the trade record.

    FAQ

    Common questions

    Is this guide legal advice?

    No. It is a summary to help you prepare. Always confirm requirements with the relevant authority or your customs broker.

    How often is the guide updated?

    T57 reviews it regularly.

    Can T57 handle customs clearance for me?

    T57 connects you with licensed customs brokers, who handle clearance on the shared trade record.

    Know the rules for food trade in Malaysia before you ship.

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