To analyze the formula registration data for formula milk powder for older infants from 2017 to 2024, investigate the differences between domestic and imported products and their compliance with standards.
Registration data for 786 formula milk powder for older infants disclosed released by the State Administration for Market Regulation during 2017—2024 were summarized. Compliance analysis was conducted according to the current GB 10766—2021 National food safety standard-Follow-up formula for older infants and other relevant standards. A comprehensive comparison of nutritional components was performed between compliant domestic and imported products. Furthermore, the test results were compared with the Chinese dietary reference intakes and European Union standards.
From 2017 to 2024, the overall qualified rate of formula milk powder for older infants reached 46.06%. Among them, there were 289 qualified domestic products with a qualified rate of 46.50%, and 73 qualified imported products with a qualified rate of 44.51%. The product compliance level showed an upward trend year by year. Both compliant domestic and imported products met the national standard GB 10766—2021 but exhibited differences. Domestic products had relatively higher content of protein, carbohydrates and polyfructose, while imported products had relatively higher contents of fat, certain minerals (e.g., sodium,potassium) and optional components like lactoferrin. Vitamin content were largely consistent.
The continuous improvement of China’s infant formula registration management system and standard framework has significantly enhanced the overall compliance level of the industry. Currently, compliant domestic and imported follow-up formulas on the market can provide safe and balanced fundamental nutrition, meeting the growth and development needs of infants. However, they exhibit differentiated characteristics in specific nutritional design and functional ingredient addition, reflecting different market positioning and nutritional concepts. The study suggests that enterprises can optimize formula design accordingly, regulatory authorities can establish long-term tracking mechanisms, and consumers can make informed choices among compliant products based on individual needs under professional guidance.
| 科 Family | 属数 Number of genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) | 属 Genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 鹅膏菌科Amanitaceae | 2 | 11 | 5.26 | 鹅膏菌属 Amanita | 10 | 4.78 |
| 小菇科 Mycenaceae | 2 | 12 | 5.74 | 丝盖伞属 Inocybe | 5 | 2.39 |
| 多孔菌科 Polyporaceae | 8 | 14 | 6.70 | 蜡蘑属 Laccaria | 5 | 2.39 |
| 红菇科 Russulaceae | 3 | 23 | 11.00 | 小皮伞属 Marasmius | 6 | 2.87 |
| 小菇属 Mycena | 11 | 5.26 | ||||
| 光柄菇属 Pluteus | 5 | 2.39 | ||||
| 红菇属 Russula | 17 | 8.13 | ||||
| 栓菌属 Trametes | 5 | 2.39 |