GB23350-2021

Requirements of restricting excessive package—Foods and cosmetics

限制商品过度包装要求食品和化妆品

GB 23350-2021 es una norma nacional china obligatoria vigente: Requirements of restricting excessive package—Foods and cosmetics. Sector: Electrónica. Enfoque: Seguridad de productos. Entrada en vigor: 1 sept 2023.

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Resumen de cumplimiento

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Alcance y aplicabilidad

This standard specifies the requirements, testing, and judgment rules for restricting excessive packaging of foods and cosmetics. It applies to the sales packaging of these products but does not apply to gifts or non-sale items. Manufacturers must ensure their product packaging complies with these mandatory limits before entering the Chinese market.

Requisitos técnicos

The standard establishes strict criteria to prevent excessive packaging, focusing on three main parameters: packaging interspace ratio, packaging layers, and packaging cost. It defines specific limits for the interspace ratio based on the net content of the single piece, ensuring that the necessary spatial coefficient (k) is accurately applied for different product categories. Regarding packaging layers, the standard mandates that grain and its processed products, tea-related products, mooncakes, and zongzi should not exceed three layers, while other commodities must not exceed four layers. Compliance with these layer restrictions is mandatory for all regulated food and cosmetic items. For packaging cost, the total cost of all packaging materials (excluding those in direct contact with the contents) must not exceed 20% of the product's sales price. However, for specific premium items like mooncakes, zongzi, and tea products exceeding certain price thresholds, this limit is reduced to 15%. The use of precious metals and redwood materials for packaging mooncakes, zongzi, and tea is strictly prohibited. Additionally, the standard introduces specific requirements for mixed packaging and packaging weight. Mooncakes must not be mixed with other products, and zongzi must not be mixed with products exceeding their price. For tea and related products, the packaging weight must not exceed 8 times the weight of the contents.

Métodos de ensayo

The standard outlines several testing methods to verify compliance. Sales packaging volume can be measured using the instrument method (arbitration method), manual method for regular shapes, or water displacement method for waterproof packages. The packaging interspace ratio is calculated using a specific formula incorporating the measured volume and the necessary spatial coefficient (k). Packaging layers are determined by counting physically separable layers from the innermost contact layer. Finally, packaging cost and packaging weight ratios are calculated using defined mathematical formulas to ensure they fall within the prescribed limits.

Preguntas frecuentes

What products are regulated under GB 23350-2021?

The standard regulates the sales packaging of foods and cosmetics. It specifically targets excessive packaging by limiting the interspace ratio, packaging layers, and packaging costs.

Are there specific updates for mooncakes and tea in this standard?

Yes, the standard includes specific modifications for mooncakes, zongzi, and tea. These products have stricter packaging layer limits (max 3 layers) and cost limits (15% for premium items), and they are prohibited from using precious metals and redwood.

How is the packaging interspace ratio calculated?

The interspace ratio is calculated by subtracting the necessary volume of the contents (determined by net content and the necessary spatial coefficient k) from the total sales packaging volume, then dividing by the total volume. The coefficient k varies by product category as listed in the standard's appendix.

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Indicaciones de aplicabilidad

Tipo: Básica
CCS: A80
ICS: 55.020
Organismo competente: Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Comité técnico: Ministry of Industry and Information Technology

Relaciones

Sustituye a:GB 23350-2009