Standardizing Success: How Regulation Shapes China's Pre-prepared Food Future

China's pre-prepared meal market saw explosive growth, but faces a major trust crisis. Food safety scandals like "trough meat" and the contentious "meals in schools" debate fueled consumer doubt over ingredients and transparency. In response, landmark 2024 regulations provide a clear definition, ban preservatives, and promote restaurant disclosure. Can these rules rebuild faith and unlock the vast C2C potential, bringing China closer to global market penetration?