预制菜国标讨论会参加者：预制菜的范围采用排除法，即食即配不算预制菜

Core Viewpoint - The upcoming national standard for prepared dishes will clarify the definition and scope of prepared foods, excluding ready-to-eat and ready-to-assemble products from the category of prepared dishes, while including ready-to-cook and ready-to-heat products [2][3]. Group 1: Definition and Scope of Prepared Dishes - The draft national standard for prepared dishes, led by the National Health Commission, will soon be open for public consultation, marking the first national standard for this category [2]. - Prepared dishes are defined as products made from one or more edible agricultural products, processed through industrial pre-preparation methods, and requiring heating or cooking before consumption [3]. - Ready-to-eat products are those that are fully cooked and can be consumed directly, while ready-to-assemble products require minimal preparation [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Development and Market Potential - The discussion at the prepared dishes national standard meeting included measures to enhance industry development, such as increasing entry barriers for prepared dish companies and requiring clear labeling in the restaurant sector [4]. - The penetration rate of prepared dishes in China is currently estimated at 10%-15%, with projections to rise to 15%-20% by 2030, potentially reaching a market size of 1.2 trillion yuan [4]. - In comparison, the penetration rates in the U.S. and Japan exceed 60%, indicating significant growth potential for the Chinese prepared dish market [4].