The phytosanitary identification standards for quarantine pests in import inspection are important reference for phytosanitary identification work. Currently, there are a total of 446 species (genera) of imported quarantine pests in China, and a total of 479 quarantine identification standards have been issued for them, covering 423 species (genera) of quarantine pests in the catalogue. In order to understand the current status of the standards, identify existing problems, and make timely improvements, this article conducts a statistical analysis of the existing phytosanitary identification standards, summarizes their characteristics, and analyzes the problems. At present, the establishment and revision of China's phytosanitary identification standards are developing rapidly, showing characteristics such as continuous updating, multi-party cooperation, diverse and comprehensive methods. However, the standards still have certain problems in terms of completeness, timeliness, standardization, innovation, and system planning. Therefore, systematically improving phytosanitary identification standards, comprehensively developing advanced identification technologies, and accelerating the construction of the standardized system will help promote the long-term development of plant quarantine work and is of great significance for maintenance of economic trade and biosecurity in China.