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GB/T 24616-2019Packaging, labeling, transport and storage for chilled and frozen foods in logistics (English PDF)

冷藏、冷冻食品物流包装、标志、运输和储存

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Issued by

SAMR; SAC

Level / Type

National · Recommended

Issue date

August 30, 2019

Implementation date

March 1, 2020

Scope

GB/T 24616-2019 is the English-translated version of 冷藏、冷冻食品物流包装、标志、运输和储存.

GB/T 24616-2019 sets the requirements for the packaging, labelling, transport, storage and traceability of chilled and frozen foods moving through logistics, and applies to the logistics operations and management of those foods.

It defines chilled foods as foods kept below 8 °C but above their freezing point and frozen foods as foods kept at or below -18 °C. The logistics package is to suit the food, to use materials complying with GB/T 34344 and sizes compatible with turnover boxes, pallets, shelves, forklifts, refrigerated trucks, containers, ships and trains, and to carry the marks of GB/T 191 and GB/T 6388.

Transport equipment is to be temperature controlled, insulated and fitted with an automatic temperature recorder with an alarm. It replaces GB/T 24616-2009, was issued on 30 August 2019 and has applied since 1 March 2020.

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National Standard of the People's Republic of China

ICS: 67.040
Classification: X 08
Replacing: GB/T 24616-2009

Issued by: State Administration for Market Regulation; Standardization Administration of the PRC

Foreword3
1 Scope5
2 Normative references5
3 Terms and definitions5
4 Logistics package6
5 Logistics package marking6
6 Transport6
7 Storage9
8 Traceability11

1 Scope

This Standard specifies the requirements for packaging, labeling, transport, storage, and traceability of chilled and frozen foods during the logistics process.

This Standard applies to the logistics operations and management of chilled and frozen foods.

2 Normative references

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

GB/T 191 Graphical symbols marking for handling and storage of packages

GB/T 6388 Transport package shipping mark

GB/T 28843-2012 Management requirement for traceability in food cold chain logistics

GB/T 30134-2013 Cold store management regulation

GB/T 34344 General technical requirement of packaging materials for agricultural products logistics

GB 50072 Code for design of cold store

3 Terms and definitions

For the purpose of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.

3.1 Chilled foods

Foods stored, transported, and sold at temperatures below 8 °C but above their freezing point.

3.2 Frozen foods

Foods stored, transported, and sold at temperatures below or equal to -18 °C.

3.3 Logistics package

Repackaging of packaged foods during the logistics process.

4 Logistics package

4.1 Logistics package schemes shall be rationally selected based on the type, shape, characteristics, and environmental impact of chilled and frozen foods, to ensure the quality and hygiene safety of chilled and frozen foods during the logistics process.

4.2 Logistics package materials shall comply with the provisions of GB/T 34344.

4.3 The dimensions of logistics package shall be compatible with facilities and equipment such as turnover boxes, pallets (preferably 1200 mm × 1000 mm), shelves, forklifts, refrigerated trucks, refrigerated containers, refrigerated ships (holds), and refrigerated trains.

4.4 When packaging chilled and frozen foods that are not pressure-resistant, supports or padding shall be added inside the logistics package. When packaging chilled and frozen foods that are prone to moisture loss1), absorbent padding shall be added inside the logistics package. The supports and padding shall meet relevant food safety and hygiene requirements.

1) Moisture, juices, and blood generated by the chilled and frozen foods themselves, as well as condensation generated during the logistics process.

5 Logistics package marking

5.1 Storage and transportation markings on logistics package shall comply with the provisions of GB/T 191. The packaging shall at least indicate the temperature conditions for storage and transportation of chilled and frozen foods.

5.2 Shipping and receiving markings on logistics package shall comply with the provisions of GB/T 6388.

6 Transport

6.1 Transport equipment

6.1.1 Specialized equipment with temperature control capabilities shall be used for transporting chilled and frozen foods. This specialized equipment shall have good antifreeze and heat insulation properties.

6.1.2 Safety precautions shall be clearly marked on the transport equipment.

6.1.3 The transport equipment compartment shall be clean, non-toxic, harmless, odorless, free of pollution, and the inner walls shall be smooth and flat.

6.1.4 The transport equipment compartment shall be equipped with an automatic temperature recording device with an abnormality alarm function, to monitor and record the temperature inside the compartment in real time during transportation.

6.1.5 Thermal insulation devices should preferably be installed at the doors of the transport equipment compartment.

6.1.6 The refrigeration system and temperature measuring equipment shall be inspected, maintained, and calibrated regularly. If any abnormality is detected, stop using the product immediately and carry out repairs promptly.

6.2 Operational requirements

6.2.1 Loading

6.2.1.1 Before loading, the inner walls of the transport equipment compartment shall be cleaned and disinfected as needed. The transport equipment shall be inspected to confirm that the refrigeration system and defrosting system are in good condition and that the temperature monitoring equipment is working properly.

6.2.1.2 The transport equipment compartment shall be pre-cooled before loading. Loading can only proceed when the temperature inside the compartment meets the loading requirements for chilled and frozen foods. Temperature control measures shall be in place in the loading area. […]

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Editions of GB/T 24616

Edition	Title	Revision	Status
GB/T 24616-2019	Packaging, labeling, transport and storage for chilled and frozen foods in logistics	current edition	Current
GB/T 24616-2009	Packaging, labeling, transport and storage for chilled and frozen foods in logistics	previous edition	Superseded

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