
Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and SFA said they conducted a joint operation on delivery trucks which typically transport produce intended for direct distribution to retailers and importers.
ICA officers noticed discrepancies in a consignment transported by a truck and referred it to SFA, which found undeclared and under-declared vegetables such as choy sum, romaine lettuce and mint leaves imported by five importers in the truck.
“Food can only be imported by licensed importers, and every consignment must be declared and accompanied with a valid import permit,” the agencies said in a joint statement.
“Illegally imported produce and food products of unknown sources can pose a food safety risk.”
Those found guilty of illegally importing fresh fruits or vegetables into Singapore face a fine of up to S$10,000 (RM32,760) and/or imprisonment for up to three years. - FMT
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