To explore the working pathway of the revision for “national food safety standard grains”.Methods Comparative analysis between China standards and CAC standards and expert panel discussion was used to discuss the key indicators related to the safety of grain product. Results According to the function of national food safety standard, the working pathway of the revision was discussed. The revision of the safety standard of grain products should give full consideration to the special features of grain products and focus to the food safety indicators by compiling the existing national standards and considering the policies for grain products in order to better protect the health of consumers.Conclusion The mandatory food safety standard of grain in the system of grain product standards should focus on the safety requirements of grains and keep continuous improvement.