China has introduced an official industry standard for coloring foods, providing clear production, use, and labeling guidelines. It applies to all F&B manufacturers in the country and addresses issues including technical requirements, inspection rules, packaging, storage, and transportation of coloring food ingredients. The standard, titled “Coloring Food Ingredients for the Food Industry,” was developed by the China National Food Industry Association (CNFIA), China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Exberry colors supplier GNT Group, and other industry stakeholders. The rules come into effect this month.