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Navigating Compliance for Success in the Lucrative Low-GI Food Market in China

The GI, also known as the blood sugar response index, reflects the speed and amplitude of blood sugar elevation caused by a certain food. Low GI foods have a longer retention time in the gastrointestinal tract, lower absorption rate, slower glucose releas

Nov 27, 2023

Understand the requirements for restricting excessive packaging of fresh edible agricultural products

Recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released the mandatory national standard "Requirements for Restricting Excessive Packaging of Fresh Edible Agricultural Products" (GB 43284-2023) (Hereinafter referred to as GB 4328

Nov 24, 2023

Nine Substances Add to the Catalog of Traditionally Considered Both Food and Medicinal Materials

Recently, the National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued a notice to include nine substances, including Codonopsis pilosula, Cistanche deserticola, Dendrobium officinale, Panax ginseng, Astragalus membrana

Nov 21, 2023

The Regulations on the Use of Flavoring substances in China

This article summarizes the relevant provisions of Chinese food flavoring substances from three aspects: the definition and classification, the principles of use, and the labeling.

Nov 15, 2023

Nutritional Fortification Standard in China

In China, the Ministry of Health has established regulations and standards, such as the GB 14880 standard, to guide the use and management of nutrient fortification agents.

Nov 13, 2023

Novel Food Ingredients in China

In recent years, with the continuous improvement of people's living standards, there has been an increasing emphasis on personal and family health. At this time, the concept of novel food ingredients has gradually caught the public's attention.

Nov 06, 2023

Key Highlights of Imported and Exported Food Products for the Week (10.23-10.27)

During the week of October 23rd to October 27th, several countries and regions, including Singapore and South Korea, issued policies related to food. Let’s take a look at them:

Nov 01, 2023

"Natural Food Ingredients" May Have Labeling Criteria

Foodmate has summarized the technical requirements for natural food ingredients specified in the draft, and compared them with some related terms about "natural" in existing standards for your reference.

Oct 30, 2023

Food Allergens in the Greater China Region

In the Greater China region, there are several common food allergens that individuals may be sensitive or allergic to. These allergens can trigger allergic reactions ranging from mild discomfort to severe health complications. Here are some common food al

Oct 23, 2023

How much do you know about strains for food in China

In China,strain for food means one or more kinds of live microorganisms (including bacteria, fungi and yeast) that can be used in food, which made by fermentation and culture, isolation, drying or not drying and other processes.What substances are include

Oct 19, 2023