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Dec 14, 2016

MOPH Publishes Food Packaging and Labeling Regulations

The Ministry of Public Health of Thailand (MOPH) published Requirements for Production Processes, Production Equipment, Storage and Labeling of Some Fresh Fruits or Vegetables on November 1…
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Dec 14, 2016

NHFPC Publishes Standards for Food Contact Materials

The China's National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC) has published a list of standards for food contact materials through Announcement No. 15/2016. The standards are: GB…
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Dec 14, 2016

Ontario to Enforce New Menu Labeling Regulations on January 1, 2017

The Ontario’s Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care will enforce new menu labeling regulations starting January 1, 2017. The new regulation specifies the following: The addition of a…
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Dec 14, 2016

Poland Aims to Introduce Made in Poland Label

Lawmakers from Poland are aiming to introduce “Made in Poland” labels for food products in the country. The label shall be given to food that contains at least 75% domestically produced…
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Dec 14, 2016

Quantification of Safety: Understanding the path to injury prevention

Safety – the freedom from harm, injury or loss – is one of the most basic human needs, second only to survival in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Unintentional injury, and the pain, disability…
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Dec 14, 2016

Singapore Standards Releases Standard on Food Safety Management Systems

Singapore Standards has released ‘SS ISO 22000:2016 Food Safety Management Systems – Requirements for any Organization in the Food Chain.’ The standard establishes quality management…
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Dec 14, 2016

Singapore Standards Releases Technical Reference on Smart Plugs

Singapore Standards has released ‘TR 54:016 Technical Reference for Smart Plugs for Homes.’ The standard establishes safety and performance requirements of a smart plug used for…
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Dec 14, 2016

Slovenia Releases Regulations on Non-Prepackaged Food Labeling

The Slovenian government has published ‘General Labeling of Non-Prepackaged Foodstuffs. The regulations are part of the implementation of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 — food information to…
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Dec 14, 2016

South Africa Releases Regulation on Miscellaneous Additives in Foodstuffs

The South African government has officially published ‘Regulations relating to Miscellaneous Additives in Foodstuffs.’ The regulations cover the following: Definitions of: food…
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Dec 14, 2016

The Netherlands Officially Released an Amendment to the Packaging and Utensils Regulation

The Dutch government has officially released the ‘Amendment to the Packaging and Utensils Regulation.’ Among the changes are listed below: Addition of new substances to the positive…
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Dec 14, 2016

Turkey Sets Methods of Sampling and Analysis of Contaminants in Foodstuffs

The Turkish government has notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of its ‘Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on the Methods of Sampling and Analysis for the Control of the Levels of Trace…
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Dec 13, 2016

AQSIQ Ends Coating Products Permit System

The China's General Administration of Quality Supervision Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) announced the end of its Coating Production Permit System, effective October 30, 2016. The…
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Dec 13, 2016

Canada Proposes Regulation on Microbeads in Toiletries

The Canadian government has announced its proposed ‘Microbeads in Toiletries Regulations (under Canadian Environmental Protection Act).’ The regulations cover the prohibition of…
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Dec 13, 2016

CEN Approves Standard on Child Use and Care Articles

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has released the standard ‘EN 12868:2017 Child Use and Care Articles - Method for Determining the Release of N-Nitrosamines and N…
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Dec 13, 2016

CIRS Highlights Health Food Requirements on New Food Safety Law Implementation Regulation Draft

Chemical Inspection and Regulation Service (CIRS) has noted several details on the Food Safety Law Implementation Regulation (Draft) which are specific to health food. Highlights include…
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Dec 13, 2016

DOH Consults on the Ban of Animal Testing on Cosmetics

The Department of Health (DOH) of Australia is consulting the public on their opinion about the country’ intent to ban animal testing on cosmetics. The DOH intends to ensure that the…
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Dec 13, 2016

DTSC Opens Consultation for the Use of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs) in Carpets, Rugs, Upholstered Furniture, and their Care and Treatment Products

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has announced the opening of the consultation period for the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in the…
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Dec 13, 2016

DTSC Seeks Consultation on the Potential Health and Safety Impacts of Chemicals in Nail Products

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has sought consultation on the Potential Health and Safety Impacts of Chemicals in Nail Products. This consultation aims to…
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Dec 13, 2016

EC Adopts Directive on Aerosol Dispensers

The European Commission (EC) has adopted ‘Commission Directive (EU) 2016/2037 Amending Council Directive 75/324/EEC’, relating to aerosol dispensers. The Directive establishes higher…
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Dec 13, 2016

EC Launches Public Consultations on Several Restrictions on Chemicals Used for Cosmetics

The European Commission (EC) has launched public consultations on several restrictions being proposed for chemicals used in cosmetics. The consultations are: Cosmetic Products…
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