Current situations and prospects of the standards on methods of analysis related to foods for special medical purposes in China

ObjectiveThe paper mainly summarizes standards on method of analysis related to foods for special medical purposes (FSMP) in China.MethodsThe compliance and applicability of the analytical method in national food safety standards were analyzed, compared with the limits for FSMP.ResultsThe valid analytical method standards can basically match the requirements for the limits of FSMP, mainly refers to GB 5009, GB 5413 and GB 4789 series. Individual standard method were not applicable or missing.ConclusionChina has basically established systematic framework of standards on method of analysis applicable to FSMP, which can effectively supports the production and supervision. It is suggested that the unique procedure requirements of FSMP should be considered in the standard method drafting process. The paper also suggests future directions for the standards.