Industry update: draft national food-safety standard for prepared dishes

The National Health Commission published a draft for consultation in February 2026.

Publication

On 6 February 2026, the National Health Commission published consultation information for a draft national food-safety standard on prepared dishes. The stated comment deadline was 8 April 2026.

How to read this update

This update records the draft announcement. A consultation draft is not an effective standard. Product development and supply should follow applicable official rules, standards and subsequent publications.