set up a food processing company in singapore
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Set Up a Food Processing Company in Singapore A presentation brought to you by OpenCompanySingapore.com
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The Food Industry in Singapore
• The food and beverage and the food processing industries are two of the most developed sectors of the Singapore economy.
• Whether investing in innovation or higher quality standards, foreign investors seeking to open food processing establishments in Singapore can benefit from various incentives.
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Food Processing Businesses in Singapore
• There are over 4,500 restaurants and food processing companies operating in Singapore at the moment.
• Also, this industry employs around 70,000 individuals.
• The Government supports the food segment as it was its aim to transform the city-state into an “oriental gastronomic capital”.
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Obtaining a Food Processing License in Singapore
• One must know there are several types of companies of the same class they can set up:
food processing establishments;
cold houses;
slaughter houses.
• Food processing licenses are issued by the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA).
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Inspecting Food Processing Facilities in Singapore >>• All food processing establishments must
comply with the regulations of the Wholesome Meat and Fish Act and the Sale of Food Act.
• In order to obtain the food processing license, one must submit the following documents:
the premises layout plan;
a description of the food processing process;
details about the products to be processed;
proof of fee payments.
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>> Inspecting Food Processing Facilities in Singapore
• During the final inspection, the company must present AVA representatives with the following documents:
a maintenance program;
a sanitation program;
a waste management program;
a pest control program;
details about the transportation of finished products;
details about the qualifications of the employees;
details about the hygiene officer.
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Importing Fresh Food in Singapore
• All fresh food imported into Singapore must be labeled with the name and address of the producer, the products’ expiration date and a description of the merchandise.
• Considering a company will usually import more than one product, the company is required to obtain an import license for each food product.
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Importing Processed Food in Singapore• Companies
importing processed food into Singapore are also required to apply for an import permit.
• The foodstuff must be accompanied by certified documents stating these conditions.
• The importer must provide information about the expiry date of the products and a description of the foodstuff and its packaging ,among others.
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Assistance in Company Formation in Singapore
• You can rely on our company incorporation agents in Singapore to draft the Articles of Association for opening a food processing company.
• You can also contact us for any information regarding company taxation in Singapore.
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