New Fishery Law: Business Opportunities Ahead — Securing Your Supply Chain, Expanding Growth Horizons
The revised version of the "Fisheries Law of the People's Republic of China," amended at the end of 2025 and effective from May 1, 2026, is far from a simple rule update. It marks a profound change in the rules of the game for China's fisheries industry, directly impacting the cost structure, supply chain stability, and market competitiveness of every practitioner. For all stakeholders, this is not only a compliance issue but also a strategic opportunity to reassess supply chain resilience and seize market high ground.
Regulatory Changes: Three Commercial Cores to Focus On
The revision is extensive, but its core commercial logic is clear: the country is systematically phasing out scattered, chaotic, and weak production methods, pushing resources to concentrate on standardized, environmentally friendly, and traceable high-quality capacity. This directly concerns supply sources, costs, and market access.
Source Tightening, Quality Raw Materials Become Scarce Resources
The law explicitly establishes the principles of "catch volume lower than resource growth" and "catch quotas" for the first time. This means that offshore legal catch volumes will be strictly controlled, and the long-term cost of wild-caught raw materials is expected to rise. Simultaneously, for the aquaculture industry, mandatory requirements for aquaculture effluent discharge, standardized medication, and full-process records will eliminate many non-compliant small and medium-sized aquaculture operators. Conclusion: The commercial value of stable, compliant, and high-quality raw material supply channels will rise sharply.
Compliance Costs Shifted Forward, Supply Chain Risks Become Visible
The law requires the entire chain—aquaculture, transportation, processing, and sales—to establish and maintain information records for at least 2 years. This means that compliance deficiencies at any stage could lead to legal risks for entire batches of products. The previously prevalent procurement models relying on informal channels and price sensitivity will see their potential hidden costs—such as supply disruptions, claims, and reputational damage—become extremely high.
"Green" and "Traceable" Change from Bonus Points to Entry Tickets
Whether for domestic consumption upgrading or increasingly stringent access standards in high-end markets like the EU, sustainability and transparent traceability have become hard currency. The new Fishery Law establishes this as an industry benchmark at the national level, effectively providing collective endorsement for China's high-quality aquatic products. Products that can demonstrate compliance and green credentials will gain decisive advantages in pricing power and market expansion.
Our Solution: Transforming Regulatory Pressure into Sustainable Competitive Advantage!
Faced with the above changes, passive response means rising costs and accumulating risks. Proactive planning, however, can turn challenges into tools to consolidate or even expand market share. Angfa's core actions are precisely centered around safeguarding our clients' commercial interests.
Our Commitment: Your Most Reliable Value Chain Partner!
We believe the new Fishery Law is a watershed, distinguishing between those who focus only on immediate costs and strategists who look at long-term value. Without a doubt, Angfa chooses to walk with the latter.
We will not only be your supplier of compliant raw materials but also your:
🛡️ Supply Chain Risk "Manager"
Filtering out potential compliance and supply disruption risks for you through upfront audits and collaboration.
🚀 Market Opportunity "Pioneer"
Transforming regulatory requirements into green, sustainable product solutions aligned with international trends, helping you explore new markets.
⚙️ Operational Efficiency "Enabler"
Providing stable, transparent, and credibility-guaranteed supply, reducing your uncertainties so you can focus more on markets and customers.
