The published standards involve standards for infant formula, cheese, food additives, maximum levels of contaminants, test methods for food contact material, etc. The limits of yeast and mold in cheese are deleted. GB 2762 added the contaminant limits for foods for special medical purpose, complementary food supplements, sports nutrition and nutrient supplementary foods for pregnant and lactating women.
As revealed by an NHC notice1 released on March 18, 2021, China released 50 national food safety standards and 4 amendments, involving standards for cheese, food additives, maximum levels of contaminants, test methods for food contact material and also the heavily watched GB standards for infant formula. (The whole list is attached in the end of this article.)
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China Approves GB 2762-2022 National Food Safety Standard Maximum Levels of Contaminants in Foods
China Consults on 16 National Food Safety Standards, Involving Dairy Products, Beverage, FCM and Food Contaminant Levels
China Consults on 26 National Food Safety Standards, Infant Formula and FCM Involved
GB 2760-2024 marks a significant chapter in China's regulatory approach to food additives, following the thorough groundwork laid by GB 2760-2014 and informed by drafts in subsequent years. The meticulous refinement process through drafts in 2017, 2021, and 2022 has led to this well-structured standard. Now, the GB 2760-2024 standard is ready for implementation, set to become effective on February 8, 2025, as the authoritative guide for food additive usage in China.
Halal food refers to food products consistent with the Islamic doctrine, which is one of the most profitable and influential sectors of the global food industry. Currently, there is no unified Halal certification standard used globally. Certain details, such as the processing method, slaughtering procedure, labeling items, etc. are subject to different standards in different countries.
To help remove the market access barriers and catch the market opportunities, ChemLinked collects contents related to halal certification and its regulation dynamics around the world.
Many enterprises are eager to know if there are still opportunities in China’s infant formula market, and what strategies can be taken to revive the sales performance. ChemLinked interviewed Mr. Song Liang, a famous dairy expert in China, to share his unique insight on China’s infant formula industry.
