Public ID: PID-9PV7L9

Greater market access for UK alcohol products in Malaysia

in Malaysia

Trade barrier summary

Following sustained UK–Malaysia engagement, amendments to Malaysia’s Food Regulations Act 1985 have resolved 3 long-standing barriers affecting UK alcohol exports. These changes clarify the treatment of cognac and brandy, rum, sloe gin and liqueurs, with the amendments helping to ensure appropriate categorisation and tariff application.

This provides UK exporters with greater certainty and improved market access for a broader range of alcohol products in Malaysia.

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Sectors affected

• Food and drink
• Agriculture, horticulture, fisheries and pets

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Resolved

Yes - October 2025

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Date reported

5 April 2023

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Last updated

3 November 2025

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Public ID

PID-9PV7L9

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