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Added Caffeine in Foods

In response to public concern about caffeine intake, particularly when consumed by vulnerable sub-groups such as children, the Ministerial Council has been considering the addition of caffeine to foods. The purpose of these Guidelines is to ensure that FSANZ, when considering issues relating to the addition of caffeine to foods, takes into consideration the principle of limiting the exposure of vulnerable individuals to foods containing caffeine.  FSANZ is to take account of specific higher order principles and other principles, and, until further evidence is available, maintain the status quo (as currently in place in Australia) for caffeine regulation.

Ministerial Policy Guidelines on the Addition of Caffeine to Foods    [ pdf  69 kb ]  (notified to FSANZ on 30 April 2003)