On November 3, 2025, the State Administration for Market Regulation (Standardization Administration of China) issued an announcement. GB/T 46685—2025 "Technical Guidelines for Packaging of Fresh Edible Agricultural Products" was officially released and will be formally implemented on May 1, 2026.

The release of this standard brings enormous market opportunities for pulp molding packaging.

Four Core Principles

GB/T 46685—2025 "Technical Guidelines for Packaging of Fresh Edible Agricultural Products" aims to comprehensively regulate the packaging of fresh edible agricultural products, putting forward four core principles and defining clear boundaries for packaging practices.

1.Product Protection Principle

The primary task of fresh food packaging is to reduce transportation losses and ensure product quality and safety.Provide a relatively stable environment for fresh edible agricultural products through reasonable packaging design and appropriate packaging materials, reducing the impact of external factors on the products.

2.Resource Conservation Principle

The new standard requires reasonable control of packaging costs and avoidance of excessive packaging, urging enterprises to be more prudent and scientific in packaging design and material selection.Determine appropriate packaging methods and container specifications based on product characteristics and sales needs, avoiding unnecessary packaging layers and material waste.

3.Easy Identification Principle

Packaging shall print information such as product type, place of origin, production date, and shelf life.Standardized packaging labels enable consumers to clearly and accurately understand product information for rational decision-making.

4.Green Priority Principle

Fresh food packaging shall give priority to recyclable and degradable packaging materials and products to reduce environmental pollution.This not only complies with national environmental protection policies but also meets consumers' demand for eco-friendly products.

Pulp molding packaging has excellent cushioning, moisture-proof, and breathable properties, effectively protecting the quality and safety of fresh edible agricultural products during transportation and storage. It fully meets the requirements of GB/T 46685—2025 and has enormous market potential.

For fruits: Customizable according to shape and size, providing personalized protection to prevent collision and extrusion during transportation, maintaining freshness and integrity.For eggs: Can be designed as special egg trays to fix each egg in place, avoiding collision and breakage, reducing the damage rate.

In 2026, with the implementation of GB/T 46685—2025, fresh food packaging will develop towards lightweight, eco-friendly, and functional directions.Pulp molding packaging will play an increasingly important role in the packaging of fresh edible agricultural products.