Core Viewpoint - Food safety is crucial for public welfare and development, with recent data indicating a stable improvement in food safety in China, highlighted by high compliance rates in food safety inspections and a significant decrease in consumer complaints [1][2][39]. Group 1: Food Safety Inspection Data - From 2021 to 2023, the national food safety inspection sample pass rate remained above 97%, with specific categories like grains, oils, meats, eggs, and dairy achieving over 99% compliance in 2023 [1][3][6]. - In 2024, the food safety evaluation inspection pass rate reached 99.2%, with a notable increase in the number of food categories passing inspections [1][6][17]. - The five major food categories (grains, oils, meats, eggs, dairy) all exceeded a 99% pass rate for the first time since 2019 [3][6]. Group 2: Main Risks and Issues - The primary risks identified in food safety inspections include pesticide residue exceeding limits, microbial contamination, and the misuse of food additives, with pesticide residue issues increasing from 26.38% in 2021 to 37.66% in 2023 [7][10][15]. - The misuse of food additives has become a significant concern, particularly in 2024, where it was identified as the leading cause of non-compliance [1][17][20]. Group 3: Regulatory Developments - The Chinese government has strengthened food safety regulations, including a comprehensive approach from farm to table, as outlined in recent policy documents [2][39]. - The implementation of new national standards for food additives in February 2025 aims to address the misuse of additives and improve overall food safety [35][36]. Group 4: Consumer Protection and Complaints - Consumer complaints regarding food safety have seen a significant decline, with a reported decrease of 18.6 percentage points in complaint growth compared to the previous year [39]. - The government has taken steps to enhance consumer rights and transparency in food safety, leading to a higher rate of resolved disputes and improved consumer confidence [39].