From our years of regulatory compliance experience, we’ve translated a selection of some frequently asked questions on new food raw material and new food additive to help you gain a clearer understanding of the current requirements in China.

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are the third most abundant solid component found in breast milk, playing a crucial role in establishing infant gut microbiota and immune functions. The discovery, production, and application of HMOs has been pivotal in promoting overall health, particularly in improving infant health and meeting nutritional needs.

From June 17 to 23, 2024, the National Health Commission (NHC) Government Services Platform issued notifications regarding the approval and review of “three new foods” (new food raw materials, new food additives, and new food-related products). The notifications included an extension for 15 new food additives and 11 new food-related products, and a notification of review opinion for one new food additive.

On June 24, 2024, the China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment (CFSA) issued nine new food additives for public comment: one new food additive, three new food enzymes, one new food flavoring, two new food nutrition enhancers, and two food additives with expanded scope. Comments are welcomed before July 25, 2024.

On June 24, 2024, the China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment (CFSA) issued two new food-related products for public comment, including one food contact additive with expanded scope and one new food contact resin. Comments are welcomed before July 19, 2024.