FSANZ proposes changes to the Food Standards Code

  • Posted on 12 January 2011

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has released details of proposed changes to the Food Standards Code and invited comment from interested organizations and individuals.

Among the changes under consideration are the approval of a GM corn, steviol as a high intensity sweetener, and food for special medical purposes.

FSANZ assesses the safety of any new food, substance or food production technology and conducts a regulatory impact analysis to ensure that the change results in net benefits to the community.

Submissions should reach the authority by February 9, 2011.

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