The ongoing inspections do demonstrate China's commitment to food safety reform. However, importers will need to keep a close watch on foods entering from China, as nearly three quarters of China's one million food processors—spread across this vast country—are small, private operations. The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, which is conducting the inspections, says some processors were using recycled or expired food in their operations. Penalties for violators of China's Food Hygiene Law include at least 10 years in jail, and in some cases, the death penalty.
Source: Foodprodcuctiondaily.com
