Is Milk Powder Banned in China? Decoding Recent Regulations and Import Rules
                                
                                
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                                Following the infamous 2008 melamine scandal that saw China tighten its food safety laws, consumer and industry questions about dairy imports have persisted, particularly: Is milk powder banned in China? The answer is not a simple yes or no, as recent regulatory changes have created nuances that affect different dairy products and market segments.