The Paediatric Nutrition Desk of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China Officially Launches the Rules of Conduct in Infant Formula Industry

September 1, 2014 - The Paediatric Nutrition Desk of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China officially launched the Infant Formula Industry Rules of Conduct in China (hereafter as the “Rules of Conduct), which became effective on Sep 1st, 2014. Based on the laws of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and international industry standards, the Rules of Conduct will further clarify and emphasise standards of infant formula companies for the administration and promotion of infant formula.The Rules of Conduct aims to promote the healthy development of the infant nutrition market and ensure high quality infant formula supply. Members are encouraged to adopt a voluntary mechanism of self-discipline and to comply with a well-defined compliance program for marketing of infant formula for babies ranging from newborn to six months old.