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BESTA Pty Ltd - PREMIUM CHINESE SAUSAGE(CANTON) 300G BESTA PTY LTD is conducting a recall of the above product. This recall only applies to those products that do not declare the allergen listed below. The product has been available for sale at Asian grocery stores in VIC. Date Marking: Best Before 22/04/2025 Problem: The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared allergen(s) (soy, gluten, dairy). Food safety hazard: Any consumers who have a soy, gluten and dairy allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed. What to do: Consumers who have a soy, gluten and dairy allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. Consumers should return the product to the place of…

Published 25 July 2024

Notification Circular - 298-24

Notification Circular - 298-24 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 …

Published 1 August 2024

Parsram Pty Ltd - McCain Imported Frozen Products - various weights

Parsram Pty Ltd - McCain Imported Frozen Products - various weights The importer Parsram Foods Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the below McCains products. The products have been available for sale at Indian Grocery Stores in NSW, ACT, QLD, VIC and SA. Date Marking: All expiry dates up to and including 22/08/2025 Problem: The recall is due to potential chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination. Product Name Size(s) McCain Masala Fries 420g; 1.5kg McCain Veggie Burger Patty 360g McCain Popular Veggie Burger Patty 1.2kg McCain Chilli Garlic Potato Bites 420g McCain Chilli Garlic Potato Pops 1.5kg…

Published 25 July 2024

Call for comment on a new definition for genetically modified food

Call for comment on a new definition for genetically modified food Published 30/07/2024 Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for public comment on proposed changes to how genetically modified (GM) foods are defined in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code). Proposed changes developed through Proposal P1055 – Definitions for gene technology and new breeding techniques include a new definition for ‘genetically modified food’. This is the second round of public consultation on the proposal. Feedback provided through the first round of consultation has been taken into account in developing new and revised definitions that are simpler and clearer. FSANZ CEO Dr Sandra…

Published 30 July 2024