I. Regulatory Policy Updates
1.Notice on Clarifying the Rules for the Use of Temporary Codes for FSMPs
On April 12th, Beijing Municipal Medical Insurance Affairs Management Center issued the Notice on Clarifying the Rules for Temporary Codes for Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMPs)……
2.Notice on the Issuance of the Guidelines for Establishing the Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality Standards System by the SAC and Ten More Departments
On April 21th, the Standardization Administration of China (SAC) and ten more departments issued the Notice on the Issuance of the Guidelines for Establishing the Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality Standards System……
3.Announcement and Interpretation of the NHC regarding the Inclusion of Blueberry Anthocyanin in the 14 “Three New Foods”
On May 6th, the National Health Commission (NHC) made an announcement regarding the inclusion of Blueberry Anthocyanin, Black Wheat Pollen, L-Selenium-Methylselenocysteine, and other substances in the 14 “Three New Foods” (referring to new varieties of food raw materials, food additives……
4.Announcement and Interpretation of the NHC on Catalogues and Applicable Food Safety Standards for “Three New Foods”
On May 10th, the National Health Commission (NHC) released an important announcement regarding the catalogues and applicable food safety standards for the “Three New Foods”. This announcement provides detailed information about the new food ingredient catalogue and the corresponding food safety standards……
5.Announcement on the Implementation of Mutual Recognition of AEO between Mainland China and Macao Customs (GACC Announcement No. 49 of 2023)
On May 16th, the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) released a significant announcement, specifically the Arrangement between the General Administration of Customs and Macao Customs on the Mutual Recognition of the Mainland Customs Enterprise……
6.Q&A by the SAMR’s CFE on Common Issues of Health Food
On May 22nd, the Center for Food evaluation (CFE) of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) provided insightful answers to frequently asked questions about health food.……
7.Announcement of the SAMR on the Release of the On-Site Inspection Scoring Record Form for Approval of Infant Formula Milk Powder Production Permit
On May 26th, the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) issued the On-Site Inspection Scoring Record Form for Approval of Infant Formula Milk Powder Production Permit, which will take effect from the date of publication……
8.Notice by the General Office of the State Council on Issuing the Annual Legislative Work Plan of the State Council for 2023
On June 6th, the State Council issued the Annual Legislative Work Plan of the State Council for 2023……
9.Announcement of the SAMR, the NHC, and the NATCM on the Release of The Catalogue of Raw Materials for Health Food: Nutritional Supplements (2023 Edition), The Catalogue of Health Functional Claims Allowed by Health Food: Nutritional Supplements (2023 Edition), The Catalogue of Raw Materials for Health Food: Soy Protein Isolate, and The Catalogue of Raw Materials for Health Food: Whey Protein
On June 14th, SAMR, NHC, and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine(NATCM) issued an announcement on the release of the following documents: The Catalogue of Raw Materials for Health Food: Nutritional Supplements (2023 Edition), The Catalogue of Health Functional……
10.Announcement by the SAMR Regarding the Implementation of Measures for Metrological Regulation of Quantitatively Packed Commodities
On March 16th, the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) issued Order No. 70, announcing the implementation of the Measures for Metrological Regulation of Quantitatively Packed Commodities, effective from June 1st, 2023. To ensure a smooth transition and reduce packaging waste……
11.The SAMR's Successful Implementation of Dual-Track Operation for Health Food Registration and Filing: An Overview
On June 19th, the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) announced the successful implementation of the Dual-Track Operation for Health Food Registration and Filing, summarizing the achievements made in this area. The article highlights several key milestones accomplished by the SAMR, including the emphasis on high-quality registration to promote high-quality filings, the development of a comprehensive filing raw material catalogue, the establishment of an efficient filing information system……
12.Announcement and Interpretation of Beijing Municipal Administration of Market Regulation on Further Standardizing the Filing Work of Health Food Enterprise Standards According to Law
On June 28th, the Beijing Municipal Administration of Market Regulation issued an announcement on the matters related to the filing work of health food enterprise standards in Beijing. For health food enterprise standards made……
13.Notice of the General Office of the National Health Commission on the Issuance of 2023 National Food Safety Standards Project Approval Plan
On June 30th, the General Office of the National Health Commission issued the project approval plan for 2023 national food safety standards.……
II. CNHFA NEWS
Theme Activities
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The International Symposium on Protein Research and Clinical Applications Held Successfully—— Four Novelty ConventionOn June 20th, the CNHFA organized an International Symposium on Protein Research…
Work of Laws & Regulations
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General Principles for Association Standard on Raw Materials of Health Food (1st)——Q&A on 20 Association Standards including “Raw Materials for Health Food Lycii Fructus)”On April 4th, the CNHFA has approved the publication of 20 Association standards；On April 14th, the CNHFA has publicized General Principles for Association Standard on Raw Materials of Health Food (1st)——Q&A on 20 Association Standards including “Raw Materials for Health Food Lycii Fructus)”… -
CNHFA Association Standard Approval Announcement No.3 of 2023 (General No.17)The CNHFA has completed the review and approval of the proposed association standards. These approved standards are provided in the attached document… -
CNHFA Association Standard Release Announcement No.4 of 2023 (General No.18)The CNHFA has officially approved the release of two association standards, namely “Formula Milk…
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A Number of Research Symposiums Organized by the CNHFAOn May 17th, the Regulatory Department of CNHFA organized a research symposium at the headquarters…
Working Committee Activities
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The 3rd National Weight Management Conference Held in HangzhouThe 3rd National Weight Management Academic Conference took place in Hangzhou from May 5th… -
2023 Annual Meeting on the Clinical Application of Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMPs) Held in ChongqingFrom June 16th to 17th, the Annual Meeting on the Clinical Application of FSMPs took place…
Strategic Development
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Strategic Collaboration Agreement Reached Between CNHFA and King & Wood MallesonsIn May, the CNHFA and King & Wood Mallesons have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement. Together, the two parties……
Books Publication
Introduction to Books Authored by the CNHFA
The CNHFA has authored several books: Dictionary of Commonly Used Terms in China's Special Food Industry, The Blue Book of China's Special Food Industry Development, Report on the Domestic……
Magazine: China Special Food
