China Issues Guidance for the Registration of Nutritionally Complete Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP)

On January 14, 2025, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) issued new guidance regarding the registration of nutritionally complete food for special medical purposes (FSMP). This guidance clarifies the requirements for formula design and labeling, and simplifies the application materials for product registration as well as the onsite inspection requirements for nutritionally complete FSMP.