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April 12, 2025
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The Philippines’ Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) has suspended its directive requiring companies to secure permits and pay fees for importing sugar alternatives following concerns from industry stakeholders about potential trade disruptions and increased consumer prices. While SRA’s Sugar Order No. 6 aimed to regulate imports of certain sugar products and confectionery, industry leaders—including the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and USABC—called for a thorough consultation process prior to implementation. Food and beverage manufacturers, trade associations, and business chambers urged the SRA to conduct a regulatory impact assessment to evaluate the measure’s effects on the industry. This policy adjustment represents a notable shift in the Philippines' trade and regulatory landscape, balancing industry stability, agricultural sustainability, and consumer affordability. This suspension provides greater regulatory certainty and ensures uninterrupted access to sugar alternatives, allowing companies to maintain stable production costs and pricing while continuing to invest in sustainable sourcing and product innovation.
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