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Cereulide toxin in infant formula products
Cereulide toxin in infant formula products Two companies have recalled infant formula products nationally due to the potential presence of the toxin cereulide, a substance produced by the Bacillus cereus microorganism. The recalls were conducted by: Nestle for 5 batches of Alfamino formula Sanulac Nutritionals Australia Pty Ltd for 2 batches of Alula formula. Following international recalls, the potential presence of the cereulide toxin has been linked to an ingredient used in the products. Other batches and formulas produced by Nestle and Sanulac Nutritionals Australia Pty Ltd are safe to use. Symptoms linked to cereulide may include vomiting, diarrhoea or unusual lethargy. These symptoms can appear between 30 minutes to 6 hours after exposure and typically resolve within 24 hours. No cases of illness…
Published 23 January 2026
Call for comment - Processing aid from a new source
Call for comment - Processing aid from a new source Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow an already approved processing aid to be produced from a new genetically modified (GM) source. FSANZ CEO Mark Booth said the enzyme β-galactosidase is already approved in the Food Standards Code and has a long history of safe use. “This application is looking to produce the same enzyme from a GM strain of Bacillus subtilis. “If approved, it will be used to reduce the lactose content in dairy products such as milk, yogurt and cheese. “FSANZ review of the technical, toxicological and dietary exposure data found no health and safety concerns for Australian and New Zealand consumers,' Mr Booth said. To have your say, see our call for…
Published 29 April 2021
Call for comment on A1301 – a GM processing aid
Call for comment on A1301 – a GM processing aid Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on A1301 – Triacylglycerol lipase from GM Komagataella phaffii as a processing aid. This is an application to amend the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code) to permit the use of an enzyme from a genetically modified (GM) microorganism as a processing aid in bread and bakery products. The enzyme, triacylglycerol lipase, is sourced from GM Komagataella phaffii (K. phaffi) containing the triacylglycerol lipase gene from Fusarium oxysporum. Its use improves the crumb structure, volume and shape of bread and bakery products. K. phaffii has a long history of safe use as a production microorganism of enzyme processing aids, including several that are already permitted in the Code. Based on FSANZ’s assessment, no…
Published 6 September 2024
Food allergens - information for consumers
Food allergens - information for consumers Food allergies can be life threatening. The only way to manage a food allergy is by avoiding the food allergen. If you suspect you or someone you care for has a food allergy, you should contact a doctor so you can be referred to a clinical immunology / allergy specialist or doctor with experience in food allergy for diagnosis and ongoing management. The Allergen Collaboration has agreed to a number of key messages for consumers in regard to food allergy. These are listed below. Key messages You should be referred to a clinical immunology / allergy specialist or doctor with experience in food allergy for accurate diagnosis and ongoing management Always check food labels for food allergens every time…
Published 23 June 2020
Monitoring the nutrients of our food
Monitoring the nutrients of our food FSANZ, together with some other groups, monitors nutrients in the Australian food supply to inform standards development and compile nutrient databases. We also monitor the food supply to ensure it is safe. Read more about monitoring the safety of the food supply. In New Zealand, Food Composition activities are undertaken by The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited and the Ministry of Health (New Zealand). View the New Zealand Food Composition Database. Generating nutrient data at FSANZ The food supply in Australia is constantly changing and nutrient data for some foods can become outdated due to changes in product formulation, production…
Published 8 November 2023
FSANZ 2023-2024 Annual Report released
FSANZ 2023-2024 Annual Report released Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has released its 2023-24 Annual Report, highlighting the agency's key achievements in maintaining the safety of the food supply across both countries. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert emphasised the year’s strong performance in standards setting. “We delivered a 56% increase in productivity, completing 25 applications and 3 proposals that resulted in amendments to the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, supporting food safety, public health and industry innovation,” Dr Cuthbert said. “This included several historic milestones, such as the world-first approval of a genetically modified banana…
Published 20 November 2024
Call for comment on a new enzyme processing aid source
Call for comment on a new enzyme processing aid source Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a permitted enzyme processing aid to be produced from a new genetically modified (GM) microbial source. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the enzyme alpha-amylase has a long history of safe use and is already approved to be sourced from other microorganisms. “The applicant is seeking approval to produce the enzyme from a strain of bacterium known as¯Bacillus subtilis,'¯Dr Cuthbert said. “Our safety assessment found no health and safety concerns for Australian and New Zealand consumers.' If approved, the enzyme could be used as a processing aid in the manufacture of bakery products¯in accordance with the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. For more…
Published 14 October 2022
Call for comment on a new processing aid from a GM source
Call for comment on a new processing aid from a GM source Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a new processing aid from a genetically modified (GM) source. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the application seeks approval to permit use of a fructanase enzyme sourced from GM Trichoderma reesei. “Our safety assessment found no health and safety concerns for consumers in Australia and New Zealand,” Dr Cuthbert said. If approved, the enzyme may be used during the manufacture of bakery products. “Trichoderma reesei has a long history of safe use as a source of enzyme processing aids, including several that are already permitted in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.” For more information and to access assessment documents, visit…
Published 7 July 2023
Call for comment on a new processing aid from a GM source
Call for comment on a new processing aid from a GM source Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a new processing aid from a genetically modified (GM) source. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the application seeks approval to permit use of a phospholipase A1 enzyme sourced from GM Aspergillus niger. “Our safety assessment found no health and safety concerns for consumers in Australia and New Zealand,' Dr Cuthbert said. If approved, the enzyme may be used during the processing of vegetable oils. “Aspergillus niger has a long history of safe use as a source of enzyme processing aids, including several that are already permitted in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.' For more information and to access assessment documents, visit the FSANZ …
Published 2 August 2022
Call for comment on a new processing aid from a GM source
Call for comment on a new processing aid from a GM source Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an application to allow a new processing aid from a genetically modified (GM) source. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the application seeks approval to permit use of a beta-amylase enzyme (EC 3.2.1.2) sourced from a GM Bacillus licheniformis. “Our safety assessment found no health and safety concerns for consumers in Australia and New Zealand,' Dr Cuthbert said. “If approved, the enzyme may be used in starch processing to manufacture maltose syrup. “Bacillus licheniformis has a long history of safe use as a source of enzyme processing aids, including several that are already permitted in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code.' For more information and to access…
Published 2 August 2022