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National Food Safety Standard - Hygienic Specification for the Processing of Edible Livestock and Poultry by-products (GB 31616-2025).

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source

Abstract
This National Food Safety Standard - Hygienic Specification for the Processing of Edible Livestock and Poultry by-products (GB 31616-2025) 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.
The Standard specifies the basic requirements and hygiene control management criteria for premises, facilities and equipment, and personnel involved in the processing of edible livestock and poultry by-products. It covers key stages including raw material collection, sorting, trimming, cleaning, cooling, freezing, inspection, packaging, storage and transportation, as well as product traceability and recall procedures.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Standard shall enter into force on 16 March 2026.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
食品安全国家标准 - 食用畜禽副产品加工卫生规范 (GB 31616-2025).
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