GB/T 32719.1-2016 in English

1. Background and significance of standard formulation

GB/T 32719.1-2016 "Dark Tea Part 1: Basic Requirements" is one of the important tea industry standards issued by the National Standardization Administration, aiming to regulate the production, processing and quality control of dark tea. The standard was officially implemented on January 1, 2017, covering the term definition, product classification, physical and chemical indicators, sensory quality and hygiene and safety of dark tea.

2. Comparison of standard frameworks

4. Implementation Suggestions

Enterprise side: It is recommended that tea enterprises establish a sound quality management system, equip professional and technical personnel, and strictly carry out raw material procurement, processing and production, and factory inspection in accordance with the standards.

Regulatory level: It should strengthen the publicity and implementation of standards, organize industry training, and improve practitioners' understanding and implementation capabilities of standards.

Consumers: Understand product information through standard labels, choose tea products that meet national standards, and protect consumer rights.