On Dec. 31, 2019, China NHC opened 13 national food safety standards for public feedback, including:
Compared to its predecessor GB 7718-2011, the new GB 7718 includes a chapter stipulating the labeling requirements of imported prepackaged food, including character requirements, ingredient list requirements, production date, shelf life, origin countries/regions, etc. Allergen labeling will become a mandatory labeling requirement for all prepackaged food products sold in China.
On Dec. 31, 2019, China NHC opened 13 national food safety standards for public feedback, including: