Exporting to China via Cross Border E-commerce

There is a growing demand for Malaysian products in China, especially processed foods and halal F&B products. In 2021, processed food was Malaysia’s 10th largest sector exported to China. Top product categories included edible products and preparations, prepared and preserved vegetables and fruits, and cocoa and cocoa preparation. As China will be reopening its borders by […]

Festival Belanja Produk Malaysia Campaign

In collaboration with Bibli, MATRADE Jakarta has announced their new campaign “Festival Belanja Produk Malaysia”, which starts from 1 to 31 December 2022 on www.blibli.com. With twenty-four participating Malaysian brands, this campaign will facilitate Indonesian people to get their favorite Malaysian FMCG products. Festival Belanja Produk Malaysia will be promoted by several KOLs through their social media, such […]

Exploring Australia Market

As Malaysia’s closest regional partner, Australia offers many trade opportunities for Malaysian exporters. Malaysia and Australia have a strong economic and trade relationship, as both countries have a common interest in a free and open trading system. Australia is Malaysia’s 12th largest trading partner in 2021, with the highest exports in petroleum products, crude petroleum, E&E […]

Exporting to the US with B2B E-Commerce

The United States (US) is one of Malaysia’s largest trading partners, and Malaysia was the United States’ 23rd largest source of imports in 2021. The US is a large domestic market, with high purchasing power and a diverse population. Products with high export potential are fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), food and beverages, halal related products, […]

Myanmar Halal Market

As the global Islamic economy continues to expand, there is a growing demand for halal products and services. Among the reasons for this growth are the large, fast-growing and young Muslim population, Islamic values driving lifestyle practices, growth of ethical consumption and food safety, and digital connectivity. There is also a demand for halal products […]

Export Opportunities of Chile Market

With a GDP of USD 15,503, Chile has been a model of economic and financial system within Latin America countries. Despite being a competitive market, there is high export potential for Malaysian exporters in the Chile market. Chile, along with Argentina, has been one of Malaysia’s key trading partners for several years. Chile was Malaysia’s […]

United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) Requirements for Malaysian Exporters

The United States is Malaysia’s seventh largest export destination for processed foods. The major food products exported to the United States includes cocoa products, edible products, vegetables and fruits, preserved seafood, cereal, flour, starch, coffee, tea, dairy products and others. Prior to exporting to the United States, Malaysian businesses must ensure that they have complied […]

Exploring Taiwan Market

Taiwan is a potential market for Malaysian food and beverage businesses to explore as there is an increased demand for food and beverage products. Food products that Taiwan consumers have purchased the most are ready to eat meals, instant and dried noodles, frozen food, rice, egg, flour, cooking paste, seasoning, cereals and beverages. In recent […]

Exploring Hong Kong Market

The Hong Kong market presents many business opportunities for Malaysian F&B exporters. Although Hong Kong is a highly competitive market, there is an increased demand for Malaysian products. There is also a growing interest in the halal industry in Hong Kong, with more halal products being made available to attract Muslim visitors to the city. […]

CPTPP Will Boost Malaysia’s Trade Industry

The Cabinet of Malaysia has agreed to ratify the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on September 30, 2022. The CPTPP will come into force on November 29, 2022, sixty days after the ratification submission. The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is a trade agreement between Australia, Brunei, Canada, […]