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Food ministers support FSANZ decisions
Food ministers support FSANZ decisions On 25 July 2025, food ministers endorsed 4 FSANZ Board decisions, clearing the way for changes to the Food Standards Code to be formally gazetted in coming weeks. Mandatory energy labelling on alcoholic beverages (P1059) will help consumers make more informed choices by clearly showing how much energy (kilojoules) is in each drink. This change supports national efforts to reduce diet-related chronic disease and improve public health. Changes to clarify carbohydrate and sugar claims on alcoholic beverages (P1049) will support consistent enforcement of Code requirements and provide greater certainty…
Published 7 August 2025
Identification of individual foods and dietary supplements
Identification of individual foods and dietary supplements Survey identification code for foods Food and beverage names and descriptions Survey identification code for dietary supplements Survey identification code for foods Each food in AUSNUT 2011-13 has been assigned a unique 8 digit numeric identification code. The first two, three and five digits describe the major, sub-major and minor groups the food falls into within the food classification hierarchy. The last three digits are simply a consecutive number allocated to foods after they have been grouped into a logical order within a five digit group. This is illustrated below for the major food…
Published 23 September 2014
2017 key foods analytical program
2017 key foods analytical program In early 2017 FSANZ undertook a small analytical program to update and expand our food composition data holdings. Seventeen commonly consumed foods were selected for analysis of selected nutrients for which we hold no data, or where the data we do hold is out-dated and no longer reflects the products available for consumption. The range of nutrients analysed differed for each food depending on what data was available, the quality of the data, whether the nutrient was likely to be present in the food and the impact the consumption of the food may have on population intakes of that nutrient. Sampling A total of eight purchases of each food were made across the Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and Western…
Published 15 February 2019
The priority classification system for food businesses
The priority classification system for food businesses A risk-based system designed to classify food businesses into priority ratings based on the risk they present to public health and safety This information paper outlines the system and describes how to apply it to food businesses [ full version pdf ] 1 The Priority Classification System for food businesses The Priority Classification System is a scoring system that classifies food businesses into risk categories based on the type of food, activity of the business, method of processing and customer base. Food businesses are assigned a score that relates to one of three priority classifications: high, medium and low. Individual scores for a specified set of risk…
Published 21 May 2013
2024 food recall data released
2024 food recall data released We have released data on 2024 food recall statistics, offering key insights to support industry in managing food safety risks. FSANZ coordinated 95 food recalls in 2024, a 16% increase on 2023. Undeclared allergens remained the leading cause of recalls, mostly due to labelling errors, with milk and gluten the most commonly involved allergens. Microbial contamination and foreign matter were other leading reasons for recalls, though microbial recalls declined after rising in previous years. Mixed and processed foods were the most frequently recalled product category. The total number of recalls in 2024 is above the 10-year average of 86 recalls annually. This increase can indicate particular issues in the food supply but also shows system safeguards are working. Over time, wider regulatory oversight,…
Published 5 June 2025
Education materials on GM foods and NBTs
Education materials on GM foods and NBTs (October 2021) We have developed a series of fact sheets and videos on genetically modified (GM) foods and new breeding techniques (NBTs). Fact sheets
Chemicals in food - maximum residue limits
Chemicals in food - maximum residue limits (November 2022) A maximum residue limit (MRL) is the highest amount of an agricultural or veterinary (agvet) chemical residue that is legally allowed in a food product sold in Australia whether it is produced domestically or imported. MRLs help enforcement agencies monitor whether an agvet chemical has been used as directed to control pests and diseases in food production. In 2022, FSANZ completed M1019 (Review of Schedule 22 - Foods and Classes of Foods). The purpose of this Proposal was to review and update a food naming system that more closely aligns with both codex and the Australian…
Published 14 July 2023
2020 Key Foods analytical program
2020 Key Foods analytical program In 2020, FSANZ undertook an analytical program to update and expand our food composition data holdings. Fifteen foods were selected for nutrient analysis for which we hold no data, or the data we do hold is out-dated and may no longer reflect the products available for consumption. The nutrients selected to be analysed differed for each food depending on what data was available, the quality of the data, and whether the nutrient was likely to be present in the food. Sampling Eight samples were purchased for each food. The foods were sampled across five states and territories (Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia) to provide a range of production locations. For some samples, multiple…
Published 1 March 2022
2018 Food composition analytical program
2018 Food composition analytical program Background In 2018 FSANZ undertook an analytical program to update and expand our food composition data holdings. Thirty-six foods were selected for nutrient analysis for which we hold no data, or the data we do hold is out-dated and may no longer reflect the products available for consumption. The complete list of foods selected for analysis is available below. The nutrients selected to be analysed differed for each food depending on what data was available, the quality of the data, and whether the nutrient was likely to be present in the food. Sampling Eight samples were purchased for each food. The sample locations varied according to the food type. Fruit and vegetables were sampled across five states and territories (…
Published 22 June 2020
United Foods Italian Soup Mix
United Foods Italian Soup Mix Product information United Foods (VIC) Pty. Ltd is conducting a recall of Italian Soup Mix. The product has been available for sale at Boccaccio IGA in VIC. Date markings Best before: 14/05/2023 Problem The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten [barley]) resulting from incorrect product label. Food safety hazard Any consumers who have a gluten [barley] allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed. Country of origin Australia What to do consumers who have a gluten [barley] 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: United Foods (VIC) Pty.…
Published 7 October 2022