National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC)

The National Institutes for Food and Drug Control (NIFDC) in China is a key player in ensuring the safety and quality of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics. It functions under the umbrella of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).

NIFDC conducts various activities like sampling and testing these products, developing and distributing compliance standards, and even participating in prequalification programs for medical products with the World Health Organization (WHO).

Essentially, NIFDC acts as a technical powerhouse supporting the NMPA’s mission of safeguarding public health in China.