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GB/T 48031-2026 National Standard for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines

Led by Anhui Yongcheng Electronic & Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd. (Ewinall Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.), GB/T 48031-2026 establishes unified technical requirements for the design, manufacturing, inspection and application of plastic-bag rice packaging production lines in China.

As a professional manufacturer specializing in grain packaging automation, Ewinall has played a leading role in establishing China's national standard specifically developed for plastic-bag rice packaging production lines.

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GB/T 48031-2026 Standard Overview

GB/T 48031-2026 General Technical Requirements for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines is a recommended national standard of China developed to provide unified technical requirements for plastic-bag rice packaging production lines.

The standard defines requirements covering production line design, equipment manufacturing, technical performance, inspection methods and application requirements, providing a technical foundation for standardized development of the rice packaging machinery industry.

Standard Number GB/T 48031-2026
Standard Name General Technical Requirements for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines
Lead Drafting Organization Ewinall Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.
Release Date July 30, 2026
Implementation Date February 1, 2027
Standardization Committee TC494 - National Technical Committee on Food Packaging Machinery Standardization

Official National Standard Documents

The approval and release of GB/T 48031-2026 was officially announced through:

Announcement No.33 of 2026
National Standards Announcement of the People's Republic of China

The official announcement confirms the approval of:

  • GB/T 48031-2026
  • General Technical Requirements for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines
  • Implementation date: February 1, 2027
GB/T 48031-2026 national standard announcement led by Ewinall for plastic-bag rice packaging production lines View Official Standard Information

GB/T 48031-2026 Basic Information

Standard Number GB/T 48031-2026
Standard Category Recommended National Standard
Project Number 20241945-T-604
International Classification 55.200
Standard Type Product
Release Date July 30, 2026
Effective Date February 1, 2027
Supervising Authority China Machinery Industry Federation
Executing Organization National Technical Committee on Food Packaging Machinery Standardization (TC494)

 

Why Was GB/T 48031-2026 Developed?

Before the establishment of GB/T 48031-2026, the plastic-bag rice packaging production line industry lacked unified national technical requirements and evaluation criteria.

Different manufacturers adopted different approaches in equipment design, configuration, performance evaluation and inspection methods, creating challenges for rice processing enterprises during equipment selection, project acceptance and long-term operation.

Challenge 1 Different Technical Requirements

Different equipment manufacturers applied different technical specifications and performance evaluation methods.

Challenge 2 Difficult Equipment Evaluation

Rice processing enterprises lacked unified criteria for equipment selection and project acceptance.

Challenge 3 Need for Industry Standardization

The industry required unified requirements to support automation, reliability and intelligent manufacturing.

A New Technical Foundation for Rice Packaging Automation

GB/T 48031-2026 provides a unified technical framework for rice packaging production lines, helping promote:

  • Standardized equipment development
  • Improved packaging consistency and reliability
  • Higher production efficiency
  • Intelligent transformation of rice processing industries

Ewinall's Role in Developing GB/T 48031-2026

With more than 20 years of experience in grain packaging automation, Anhui Yongcheng Electronic & Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd. (Ewinall Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.) has accumulated extensive engineering experience through practical applications in rice and grain industries.

As the Lead Drafting Organization of GB/T 48031-2026, Ewinall contributed professional knowledge, technical experience and industrial application insights throughout the development process.

Ewinall's Key Contributions

Industry Experience

Provided practical experience from rice packaging projects, automatic weighing systems and complete packaging production lines.

Technical Contribution

Participated in discussions regarding production line structures, technical requirements, testing methods and application conditions.

Industry Standardization

Helped transform real production experience into standardized technical requirements for the rice packaging machinery industry.

Development, Validation and Approval Process

The development of GB/T 48031-2026 followed a comprehensive process including project initiation, industry research, technical discussions, expert review, practical validation and official approval.

Phase 1 — Standard Project Initiation

2024

National standard project:
20241945-T-604

The project was organized under the National Technical Committee on Food Packaging Machinery Standardization (TC494), with supervision from the China Machinery Industry Federation.

Phase 2 — Industry Research and Technical Development

Ewinall worked together with standardization organizations, research institutes, packaging machinery manufacturers and rice processing enterprises to study practical industry requirements.

  • Rice packaging production requirements
  • Equipment performance and reliability
  • Safety requirements
  • Testing and evaluation methods

Phase 3 — National Standard Consultation Meeting

August 26, 2025

The national standard consultation meeting for General Technical Requirements for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines was successfully held in Anhui, China.

The meeting was organized by the National Technical Committee on Food Packaging Machinery Standardization and hosted by Ewinall. More than 70 representatives from government departments, standardization organizations, research institutions, packaging machinery companies and rice processing enterprises participated in the discussion.

GB/T 48031-2026 national standard consultation meeting group photo hosted by Ewinall Experts and leaders attending GB/T 48031-2026 national standard consultation seminar Experts discussing technical requirements during national standard consultation seminar

Phase 4 — Production Validation and Improvement

Based on expert feedback and practical production experience, the technical requirements were reviewed and improved to ensure scientific accuracy and real-world applicability.

Phase 5 — Official Approval and Release

July 30, 2026

GB/T 48031-2026 was officially approved and released as a national standard of China.

Phase 6 — Official Implementation

February 1, 2027

The standard will officially enter into implementation.

Participating Organizations

The development of GB/T 48031-2026 involved cooperation between standardization organizations, research institutes, equipment manufacturers and rice processing enterprises.

Lead Drafting Organization

Anhui Yongcheng Electronic & Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd.

Ewinall Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.

As the lead drafting organization, Ewinall played a key role in integrating engineering experience and industry requirements into the development of the national standard.

Key Participating Organizations

  • Lu'an Institute of Quality and Standardization
  • Hefei General Machinery Research Institute Co., Ltd.
  • Anhui Institute of Quality and Standardization
  • Anhui Yongpan Mechanical & Electrical Co., Ltd.
  • Nanjing Yongcheng Packaging Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.

The participation of these organizations provided professional support in standardization research, technical development, equipment manufacturing and industrial application.

Technical Experts

The development of GB/T 48031-2026 involved experts from food packaging machinery standardization organizations, research institutes, equipment manufacturers, rice processing enterprises and universities.

These experts contributed professional knowledge and practical experience throughout the drafting, technical review, consultation and validation processes.

 

 

Scope and Main Technical Contents of GB/T 48031-2026

GB/T 48031-2026 establishes general technical requirements for plastic-bag rice packaging production lines and applies to the design, manufacturing, inspection and application of automated rice packaging production lines using plastic composite film pre-made bags as packaging materials.

Applicable Packaging Type

The standard applies to rice packaging production lines using:

  • Plastic composite film pre-made bags

It provides technical guidance for automated production lines used in industrial rice packaging applications.

Excluded Application

GB/T 48031-2026 does not apply to rice packaging production lines using plastic woven bags.

Key Technical Contents Covered by the Standard

01 Terms and Definitions

Defines standardized terminology related to plastic-bag rice packaging production lines.

02 Model Classification

Defines rules for production line model identification and classification.

03 Production Line Composition

Specifies the structure and main systems of automated rice packaging lines.

04 Basic Parameters & Working Conditions

Defines production capacity, operating environment and application requirements.

05 Technical Requirements

Provides requirements related to equipment performance, safety, reliability and packaging quality.

06 Inspection and Testing Methods

Establishes inspection rules and corresponding testing methods.

Supporting the Future of Standardized Rice Packaging Automation

The implementation of GB/T 48031-2026 provides a unified technical reference for rice processing enterprises when selecting, evaluating and applying automated packaging production lines.

The standard supports the industry transition from individual equipment purchasing toward complete, integrated and intelligent packaging production systems.

For Rice Processors

Provides clearer technical references for equipment selection, acceptance and operation.

For Equipment Manufacturers

Encourages standardized design, manufacturing and quality improvement.

For The Industry

Promotes higher automation levels and sustainable development of rice packaging machinery.

Ewinall Rice Packaging Solutions

Based on more than 20 years of experience in grain packaging automation, Ewinall provides complete rice packaging solutions covering weighing, bagging, vacuum packaging, inspection, conveying and intelligent production line integration.

As the lead drafting organization of GB/T 48031-2026, Ewinall continues to apply practical engineering experience to develop reliable and efficient rice packaging technologies.

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Real-World Applications of Ewinall Rice Packaging Technology

Ewinall's rice packaging solutions have been successfully applied in large-scale rice processing enterprises in China and overseas markets.

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Frequently Asked Questions About GB/T 48031-2026

What is GB/T 48031-2026?

GB/T 48031-2026, titled General Technical Requirements for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines, is a Chinese national standard establishing unified technical requirements for the design, manufacturing, inspection and application of plastic-bag rice packaging production lines.

Who led the development of GB/T 48031-2026?

The standard was led and drafted by:

Anhui Yongcheng Electronic & Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd. (Ewinall Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.)

Ewinall contributed its long-term experience in rice and grain packaging automation, engineering applications and industry practices during the standard development process.

Why was this national standard created?

Before GB/T 48031-2026, plastic-bag rice packaging production lines lacked unified national technical requirements. The standard provides a common technical framework to improve equipment standardization, packaging reliability and industry development.

What packaging lines does GB/T 48031-2026 apply to?

The standard applies to rice packaging production lines using plastic composite film pre-made bags.

It does not apply to rice packaging production lines using plastic woven bags.

What technical areas are covered by the standard?

The standard covers:

  • Terms and definitions
  • Production line composition
  • Model classification
  • Basic parameters and working conditions
  • Technical requirements
  • Testing methods and inspection rules
  • Packaging, transportation and storage requirements

Can Ewinall provide rice packaging production lines based on this expertise?

Yes. Ewinall provides complete rice packaging automation solutions including:

  • Automatic rice weighing systems
  • Rice bagging machines
  • Vacuum packaging production lines
  • Conveying and inspection systems
  • Robot palletizing solutions

Official GB/T 48031-2026 Standard Query

For official information regarding:

GB/T 48031-2026
General Technical Requirements for Plastic-Bag Rice Packaging Production Lines

Please visit the National Standard Information Public Service Platform.

View Official Standard Database

Ewinall's Participation in National Standard Development

In addition to GB/T 48031-2026, Ewinall has also participated in the development of national standards related to packaging machinery and grain equipment.

GB 46772-2025 Packaging Machinery Safety Requirements

Release Date: October 31, 2025
Implementation Date: November 1, 2026

GB/T 45037-2024 Grain and Oil Machinery — Grain Handling Equipment

Release Date: November 28, 2024
Implementation Date: June 1, 2025

Continuous Innovation Industrial Standardization Leadership

Ewinall continues to promote safer, smarter and more reliable packaging technologies.

About Ewinall

Anhui Yongcheng Electronic & Mechanical Technology Co., Ltd. (Ewinall Packaging Machine Co., Ltd.) is a professional manufacturer specializing in intelligent packaging automation solutions.

With more than 20 years of industry experience, Ewinall provides complete solutions for:

  • Rice packaging
  • Grain packaging
  • Automatic weighing systems
  • Vacuum packaging solutions
  • Robotic palletizing systems

As the lead drafting organization of GB/T 48031-2026, Ewinall combines engineering experience, technological innovation and industry knowledge to support the future development of automated packaging.

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