National Food Safety Standard - General Rules for Infant Formula for Special Medical Purposes (GB 25596—2025).

This National Food Safety Standard - General Rules for Infant Formula for Special Medical Purposes (GB 25596—2025) is issued by China's National Health Commission and State Administration for Market Regulation in accordance with the Food Safety Law. It is a mandatory standard. It supersedes the National Food Safety Standard - General Rules for Infant Formula for Special Medical Purposes (GB 25596—2010). It applies to formula for infants aged 0-12 months with specific medical needs. Key changes include revised definitions, adjusted nutrient values, and new requirements for essential components like choline. The Standard updates limits for contaminants, fungi toxins, and microorganisms, and specifies sensory and nutritional requirements. It also includes guidelines for labeling, packaging, and the use of food additives and fortifiers, ensuring the safety and nutritional adequacy of infant formula for special medical purposes.