On September 25, 2025, the National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued Announcement No. 6 of 2025, releasing 32 new national food safety standards and 2 amendments. Among these, four standards related to food contact materials include:

• GB 4806.10-2025 Coatings and Coatings for Use with Food Contact Materials and Articles
• GB 4806.16-2025 Silicone Rubber Materials and Products for Food Contact
• GB 31604.21-2025 Determination of Migration of Benzoic Acid, Phthalic Acid, and Terephthalic Acid in Food Contact Materials and Products
• GB 31604.64-2025 Determination of Migration of Citrate and Sebacate Compounds in Food Contact Materials and Products

Among these, the implementation date for the two product standards is set for September 2, 2026, with a transition period of one year. The other two testing method standards will be implemented on March 2, 2026.

CIRS Testing Reminder

The newly released national standards have undergone substantial adjustments and significant changes, imposing more detailed and comprehensive requirements on product manufacturing. Relevant enterprises should pay close attention to and learn the contents of the new standards promptly, proactively assess and survey their own products, conduct quality monitoring, and ensure product compliance.

CIRS Testing is equipped with advanced instruments and has a wealth of professional experience, enabling us to provide enterprises with prompt testing and interpretation services according to the new standards.

If you need any assistance or have any questions, please get in touch with us via test@cirs-group.com.