China: 2005 Hygienic Standard for Dried Fruits

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The following report contains an unofficial translation of the 2005 Hygienic Standard for Dried Fruits (GB16325-2005). This unofficial translation is intended for informational purposes. The final standard has not changed since going into effect on October 1, 2005. The standard provides the hygienic indexes and testing methods for dried fruit, as well as hygienic requirements for food additives, processing, packaging, labeling, storage, and transportation of these products.

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