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Statement on genetically modified banana application
Statement on genetically modified banana application Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has commenced its assessment of an application from Queensland University of Technology (QUT) to permit food from a disease-resistant genetically modified (GM) banana. Banana line QCAV-4, modified to provide resistance to Panama disease TR4, is the first whole GM fruit submitted to FSANZ for assessment and approval. QUT is concurrently seeking food approval for the banana fruit from FSANZ and a licence for the commercial cultivation of the GM banana plant from the Gene Technology Regulator. Assessment of application A1274 - Food derived from disease-resistant banana line…
Published February 2024
Update on national recall of poppy seeds
Update on national recall of poppy seeds Australian food authorities today announced preliminary findings on the cause of contamination which led to a national recall of poppy seeds. While investigations are ongoing, it has been confirmed a batch of poppy seeds not intended for food use and containing high levels of thebaine entered the supply chain. Thebaine is a natural chemical found in poppy seeds which can be toxic in high concentrations. A total of 37 cases of illness were reported nationally among people who consumed large amounts of poppy seeds. The national recall of several brands was successful in removing affected products from the market. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) announced the…
Published December 2023
Tohato Caramel Corn Original Flavour 80g
Tohato Caramel Corn Original Flavour 80g Product information EB Times Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of Tohato Caramel Corn Original Flavour 80g. The product has been available for sale at Asian grocery stores in NSW. Date markings All Best Before dates up to and including 22.01.11 (11 Jan 2022) Problem The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (tree nut [almond]). Food safety hazard Any consumers who have a tree nut [almond] allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed. Country of origin Japan What to do consumers who have a tree nut [almond] allergy or intolerance should not consume this product and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund…
Published December 2023
Amendment 204
Amendment 204 Download: Amendment No. 204 ( pdf 535 kb) (word 67.1 kb) Amendment 204 contains amendments to the following Schedule in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code Schedule 3 Identity and purity
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The Application under which these amendments are made are as follows:
Amendment 191
Amendment 191 Amendment No. 191 (FSC 132) Download Amendment No. 191 (pdf 477kb) | (word 83kb) Amendment No. 191 contains amendments to the following Standard in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code: Schedule 3 Identity and Purity Schedule 18 Processing aids Schedule 20 Maximum Residue Limits …
Published December 2023
Amendment 201
Amendment 201 Amendment No. 201 (FSC 142) Download Amendment No 201. (pdf 143.50 kb) (word 76.46 kb) Amendment 201 contains amendments to the following Standard and Schedules in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code). Standard 1.5.3 Schedule 3 Schedule 18 Schedule 22…
Published December 2023
Amendment 100
Amendment 100 Download Amendment No. 100 [ pdf ] Amendment 100 contains amendments to the following Standards in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code: 1.1.1 - Preliminary Provisions - Application, Interpretation and General Prohibitions1.2.1 - Application of Labelling and Other Information Requirements1.2.2 - Food Identification Requirements1.2.3 - Mandatory Warning and Advisory Statements and Declarations1.2.5 - Date Marking of Packaged Food1.2.11 - Country of Origin Requirements (Australia only)1.3.3 - Processing Aids1.5.2 - Food produced using Gene Technology The Applications and Proposal under which these amendments are made are as follows:
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Published December 2023
Amendment 101
Amendment 101 Download Amendment No.101 [ pdf ] Amendment 101 contains amendments to the following Standards in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code: Standard 1.1.1 - Preliminary Provisions - Application, Interpretation and General ProhibitionsStandard 1.1A.2 - Transitional Standard for Health ClaimsStandard 1.1A.6 - Transitional Standard for Special Purposes Foods (Including Amino Acid Modified Foods) (New Zealand only)Standard 1.2.3 - Mandatory Warning and Advisory Statements and DeclarationsStandard 1.2.4 - Labelling of IngredientsStandard 1.2.5 - Date Marking of FoodStandard 1.2.6 - Directions for Use and StorageStandard 1.2.8 - Nutrition Information RequirementsStandard 1.2.9 - Legibility…
Published December 2023
Amendment 211
Amendment 211 Download: Amendment No. 211(pdf 451 kb) Amendment No. 211 contains amendments to the following Standards and Schedules in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code:
Amendment 212
Amendment 212 Download: Amendment No. 212(pdf 209 kb) Amendment No. 212 contains amendments to the following Standards and Schedules in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code:
The applications and proposals under which these amendments are made are as follows:Published December 2023