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Proposal M1008 - Maximum Residue Limits (2012)

Proposal M1008 - Maximum Residue Limits (2012) This Proposal will consider varying certain maximum residue limits for residues of agricultural or veterinary chemicals that may occur in food. Approval Report - 8 November 2012 (pdf 290 kb) | (word 492 kb) Submissions received on the report below (zip file 978 kb) | (late comments pdf 37 kb)…

Published 2 July 2013

Results of 27th Australian Total Diet Study released

Results of 27th Australian Total Diet Study released The results show that Australian consumers' exposure to PFAS through food is very low and poses no food safety concerns. Interim Chief Executive Officer Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the results were good news for Australian consumers. “The ATDS is the most comprehensive study of Australians consumers' exposure to chemicals through food,' Dr Cuthbert said. “The 27th ATDS tested for 30 types of PFAS in 1,336 composite samples representing 112 commonly eaten foods sourced from all Australian states and territories. “Only one type of PFAS - perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) - was detected at low levels in less than 2% of all foods sampled. “Overall, dietary exposure to PFOS for the general Australian population was well under the Tolerable Daily Intake. “The ATDS also found that levels of PFAS were…

Published 10 December 2021

Amendment 160

Amendment 160 Download: Amendment No. 160 (pdf  350 kb) | (word 121 kb) Amendment No.160 contains amendments to the following standards in the revised Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code which commences on 1 March 2016: Standard 1.3.1 -Food additives Schedule 3 -Identity and purity Schedule 26 - Food produced…

Published 15 January 2016

Notification Circular - 312-24

Notification Circular - 312-24 This Notification Circular includes notices that are required to be given to the public, submitters and appropriate government agencies, under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). For information about progress on all current applications and proposals, including anticipated consultation opportunities, see the FSANZ Food Standards Work Plan. Previous Notification Circulars and Gazettes are available on the…

Published 22 October 2024

Notification Circular 44-18

Notification Circular 44-18 17 April 2018 [44-18] This Notification Circular includes notices that are required to be given to the public, submitters and appropriate government agencies, under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). For information about progress on all current applications and proposals, including anticipated consultation opportunities, see the FSANZ Food Standards Development Work Plan. Other matters Call for requests: 2018 Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) harmonisation requests [Australia only]   FSANZ considers changes to maximum residue limits in the Code to harmonise with MRLs established by codex Alimentarius Commission or by a regulatory authority in a recognised jurisdiction where the food commodity is…

Published 17 April 2018

Second call for comment on cell-cultured quail

Second call for comment on cell-cultured quail Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is undertaking the second round of public consultation on an application to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) to permit the use of cell-cultured quail as a food.  This is the first cell-cultured food produced in Australia and assessed by FSANZ.  The application from Vow Group Pty Ltd seeks approval to use cultured quail cells in combination with other ingredients to make products such as logs, rolls and patties.  Based on a comprehensive scientific assessment, FSANZ found no safety concerns with using cell-cultured quail as a food.  FSANZ undertook its first call for submissions (CFS) on its risk…

Published 12 November 2024

Health Canada-FSANZ Shared Assessment Process: Information for Applicants

Health Canada-FSANZ Shared Assessment Process: Information for Applicants Health Canada (HC) and Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) have implemented a collaborative arrangement regarding the pre-market assessment of GM foods: the HC-FSANZ Shared Assessment Process. The following information is intended for applicants interested in submitting a product to be assessed and authorised for food use in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, through the Health Canada-FSANZ Shared Assessment Process.  The Shared Assessment Process The Shared Assessment Process is a collaborative arrangement between Health Canada and FSANZ whereby an application for the pre-market assessment of a genetically modified product for food use (i.e., a GM food1) may be submitted to both…

Published 5 December 2024

HLY Brown Sugar Cake290G/10

HLY Brown Sugar Cake290G/10 Product information Only Food Trading Co Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of HLY Brown Sugar Cake290G/10. The product has been available for sale at Asian grocery stores in WA. Date markings Best Before 08 JAN 2022 Problem The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (soy). Food safety hazard Any consumers who have a soy allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed.  Country of origin China What to do Consumers who have a soy allergy or intolerance should not consume this product and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. For further information please contact: Only Food Trading Co Pty Ltd0433 388 228onlyfood@…

Published 18 October 2021

Notification Circular - 307-24

Notification Circular - 307-24 This Notification Circular includes notices that are required to be given to the public, submitters and appropriate government agencies, under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (FSANZ Act). Details on the gazettal notification from the notice below were published on 13 September 2024.  For information about progress on all current applications and proposals, including anticipated consultation opportunities, see the FSANZ Food Standards Work Plan. Previous Notification Circulars and…

Published 13 September 2024

Amendment 106

Amendment 106

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Amendment 106 contains amendments to the following Standard in theAustralia New Zealand Food Standards Code: Standard 1.5.2 - Food produced using Gene Technology The Application under which these amendments are made are as follows:

Published 8 August 2013