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Amendment 124

Amendment 124 [ pdf ] Amendment 124 contains amendments to the following Standards in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code: Standard 1.1.1 - Preliminary Provisions - Application, Interpretation and General Prohibitions Standard 1.1.2 - Supplementary Definitions for Foods Standard 1.2.1 - Application of Labelling and Other Information Requirements Standard 1.2.3 - Mandatory Warning and Advisory Statements and Declarations Standard 1.2.4 - Labelling of Ingredients Standard 1.2.5 - Date Marking of Food Standard 1.2.6 - Directions for Use and Storage Standard 1.2.8 - Nutrition Information Requirements Standard 1.2.9 - Legibility Requirements Standard 1.2.10 - Characterising Ingredients and Components…

Published 9 August 2013

Analytical survey of total and inorganic arsenic in apple and pear juice

Analytical survey of total and inorganic arsenic in apple and pear juice (April 2014) In 2012 Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) conducted a small analytical survey examining total arsenic and inorganic arsenic levels in apple and pear juice.   In total, 96 apple juice samples and four pear juice samples were analysed. The survey found a quantifiable amount of arsenic in 34 apples juice samples and inorganic arsenic in 20 samples. None were at a level that, based on present knowledge, would cause a safety concern over a lifetime of consumption. The range of concentrations reported for inorganic arsenic were similar to concentrations observed in other countries for apple juice. There were no detections of arsenic…

Published 23 April 2014

Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC) in spinach products

Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC) in spinach products A number of food retailers recalled spinach and mixed salad products from stores in multiple states following detection of shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC) in 2 spinach products in March. The recalls were conducted by Aldi, Woolworths, Metcash and Coles for multiple products with use-by dates ranging from 26 March to 9 April 2025. STEC was detected in 2 pre-packaged, ready-to-eat spinach products purchased from separate Queensland supermarkets as part of proactive public health surveillance conducted over several days.       Retailers elected to undertake and extend the recalls in response to the detections as a precaution to protect public health.   Public health and food authorities continue to…

Published 17 April 2025

Plant-based milk alternatives

Plant-based milk alternatives   (June 2016) Several beverages derived from cereals, legumes or nuts or a combination of these products are available on the market as dairy milk alternatives. These beverages are made from:

  • legumes such as soy 
  • cereals such as rice or oat 
  • nuts such as almond.
Are plant-based milk alternatives suitable for use as a complete milk replacement? Generally, plant-based milk alternatives don't have the same nutrient content as cow or goat milk. Milk generally contains higher levels of protein and a wider range of vitamins and minerals. Legume-based beverages, such as those made from soy, can contain added vitamins and minerals if they contain a similar level of protein to milk (at least 3%). Cereal, nut and seed-…

Published 5 December 2018

Amendment 101

Amendment 101 Download Amendment No.101 [ pdf ] Amendment 101 contains amendments to the following Standards in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code: Standard 1.1.1 - Preliminary Provisions - Application, Interpretation and General ProhibitionsStandard 1.1A.2 - Transitional Standard for Health ClaimsStandard 1.1A.6 - Transitional Standard for Special Purposes Foods (Including Amino Acid Modified Foods) (New Zealand only)Standard 1.2.3 - Mandatory Warning and Advisory Statements and DeclarationsStandard 1.2.4 - Labelling of IngredientsStandard 1.2.5 - Date Marking of FoodStandard 1.2.6 - Directions for Use and StorageStandard 1.2.8 - Nutrition Information RequirementsStandard 1.2.9 - Legibility…

Published 8 August 2013

Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd - JS Health Inside Out Unsweetened Almond and Oat Milk products 1L

Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd - JS Health Inside Out Unsweetened Almond and Oat Milk products 1L   Updated: 17 February 2023 Please note this food recall was expanded to include additional products following further investigation of the initial single product recall, conducted due to potential biotoxin contamination. More information on the initial recall is at 'Related links' below. Product information Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of multiple products: JS Health x Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk Collagen + Calcium + Prebiotics, 1 L.  JS Health x Inside Out Unsweetened Oat Milk Collagen + Calcium + Prebiotics, 1 L JS Health x Inside Out…

Published 20 February 2023

Measures data validation

Measures data validation The measures data in AUSNUT 2011-13 has undergone an extensive data validation process, with portions of the database validated through manual weighing of food and beverages by FSANZ. Some of the routine validation activities undertaken by FSANZ include checking:

  • the majority of densities are between 0.7 - 1.1 g/mL, except for high sugar syrups, very high salt foods, whipped or aerated foods, some powders, salad vegetables and some grated foods.
  • the portion specific measures look consistent with those for related foods (e.g. the amount of different coffee types is similar when presented in the same type of cup)
  • the densities look consistent within groups of like foods (e.g. all…

    Published 13 November 2020

Animals

Animals If you're a food business, assistance animals must be allowed in areas open to customers. It's up to you to decide if you let pet dogs in outdoor dining areas and under what circumstances. What are the requirements? Under Standard 3.2.2 - Food Safety Practices and General Requirements, only certain animals are allowed in food premises:

  • assistance animals must be allowed in customer accessed areas
  • pet dogs may be allowed in outdoor dining areas
  • live animals (except for seafood, other fish and shellfish) are not permitted in areas where food is handled.
Businesses must maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene to ensure animals do not contaminate food. Which animals are allowed and where?…

Published 22 May 2025

How to recall food

How to recall food 1. Contact your food enforcement agency First, seek advice from a recall action officer from the food enforcement agency in the state/territory where your head office is located. These officers can assist with determining if a recall is necessary and what type of recall (consumer or trade).

2. Follow your food recall plan Your food recall plan should cover the procedures, records and staff responsibilities you'll need to have in place to recall the product. All food manufacturers, importers and wholesale suppliers…

Published 1 December 2021

National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey analytical program

National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey analytical program In 2019, FSANZ undertook an analytical program commissioned by the Australian Bureau of Statistics to improve and expand the nutrient dataset to support the upcoming 2023 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey (NNPAS). Twenty-nine foods were selected for nutrient analysis based on whether:

  • they were new to the market and no nutrient composition data was available
  • they were commonly consumed in the previous national nutrition survey
  • they were likely to contribute significantly to population nutrient intakes
  • the data held by FSANZ were out-dated or limited and unlikely to reflect the products currently available for…

    Published 1 March 2022